Calcined Dolomite

Production

Just like quicklime, dolomite can be further processed by burning. At very high temperatures, dolomite decomposes into calcium oxide (CaO) and magnesium oxide (MgO), while carbon dioxide (CO2) is released.

Applications

Calcined dolomite is used in several industries and for various technical and chemical applications.

In steel production, both slaked lime and calcined dolomite are used to form slag and protect the steel from oxidation. The process also collects harmful impurities for the steel in the slag.

Calcined dolomite also protects the refractory linings in the steel furnace, converter, and ladle furnace.

Calcined dolomite in various fractions can, like quicklime, also be used in the construction and civil engineering industries, agriculture, and water treatment.