Bulletin:
A ladle car is a type of railcar or wagon used in the steel industry to transport molten steel from the steelmaking furnace to the continuous caster or other processing facilities.
Key Features:
1. Insulated and refractory-lined container to maintain temperature
2. Capacity ranges from 100 to 400 tons
3. Typically 4-6 axles for stability and weight distribution
4. Hydraulic or pneumatic tilting mechanism for pouring
5. Temperature control systems to maintain optimal steel temperature
Types:
1. Bottom-pouring ladle cars
2. Top-pouring ladle cars
3. Side-pouring ladle cars
4. Vacuum-sealed ladle cars for reduced heat loss
Applications:
1. Steelmaking facilities
2. Continuous casting plants
3. Steel processing and finishing facilities