Raw material impurities and the challenge ahead

Abstract

The impurities contained in the raw materials used by the aluminum industry pose challenges that must be managed from various perspectives. These include; product quality, costs, and impact upon the work environment and areas that surround smelters. As the industry continues to grow, impurities, and changes in impurities, will take on greater meaning for process control, equipment design and selection, metal products, and environmental, health, and safety. The author provides his insights into these emerging issues.