Mar 09 2025 16 mins
In this episode of @AuManufacturing Conversations, we hear from Neil Goodman, a 45-year veteran of the steel industry who helped pioneer Hi-smelt technology globally.
Neil explains how this direct smelting process works, its environmental advantages over traditional methods, and why it might be the perfect solution for Whyalla steelworks.
Episode guide
00:00 Introduction
2:06 What is Hi-smelt technology?
4:55 Environmental advantages
7:47 Limitations and challenges
8:58 Implementation costs and timeframe
10:14 Comparison with other green steel technologies
11:41 Specific challenges for Whyalla
12:28 Commercial opportunities
13:12 Energy costs in manufacturing
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