Specialized Handling for a Versatile Aggregate
High-Performance Cranes Slag Handling
Once considered a waste product, iron blast furnace slag is now recognized as a valuable material with numerous applications across different industries. At American Crane and Equipment Corp., we understand that effective slag handling and management requires high-performance machines that can handle bulk material with precision and reliability. That’s why we offer a complete catalog of crane, hoist, and lift solutions that are specifically engineered for the unique demands of slag handling.
When you partner with us, you can rest assured that you will receive top-of-the-line equipment tailored to your needs and optimized for maximum efficiency. Look no further than American Crane and Equipment Corp. if you want to streamline your slag handling operations and take your productivity to the next level.
Defining Slag
Slag is a readily available byproduct that is generated in various industries. Slag is classified into two categories based on its iron content: Ferrous slags, which contain iron/steel and make up the majority of commercial production, and nonferrous slags, which contain lead, zinc, copper, and account for approximately 12% of the total production.
When used as ballast, slag provides a unique angularity that significantly improves binding action, creating a surface that is highly stable and resistant to shifting. With its high durability and ease of handling, slag enables low maintenance and rapid work from start to finish. Therefore, using slag as ballast is an excellent choice for those who want to ensure a stable and durable surface.
- Ferrous Slags: Predominantly iron or steel-based, these constitute the majority of commercial slag production.
- Nonferrous Slags: Comprising about 12% of production, containing elements like lead, zinc, and copper.
Slag’s Rising Prominence in Diverse Applications
The Growing Popularity of Slag in Innovative Building & Manufacturing Processes
With the increasing complexity of aggregate technology and building materials, slag has emerged as a vital component in numerous projects, spanning from glass manufacturing to bridge construction. Slag has not only become a standard material choice but is also increasingly being recognized as a preferred and specialized material in some applications. It is worth noting that slag finds its use in numerous applications, including but not limited to:
- Asphalt aggregate and engineered fill for embankments, highway shoulders, and pavement in the transportation industry
- Glass manufacturing
- Ballast in the railroad industry
- Roofing aggregate and insulation/mineral wool for construction and building
- Base and aggregate for concrete manufacturing and construction
- Backfilling in the mining industry
- Grit blasting medium for fine etching
- Environmental applications, including waterway construction, erosion control, sports field bases, bank reinforcement, sea wall and dike construction, and agricultural bases
Slag’s adaptability and sustainability make it a preferred material choice in various applications, highlighting its growing importance in the industrial landscape.
Specialized Solutions for Challenging Materials
Slag Handling Solutions From American Crane
American Crane & Equipment Corporation is the leading manufacturer of specialty lifting equipment for unique applications. With over 40 years of experience, we have been providing innovative solutions for scrap handling, slag handling, and bulk material handling needs. Our cranes are designed to offer unmatched safety, reliability, and longevity, exceeding CMAA duty cycle requirements. We offer a wide range of options, from ¼-ton hoists to equipment with 300 ton overhead lifting capacities, ensuring that we have the right equipment for every need. We are proud to be the industry leader in material handling for some of the most severe working conditions worldwide. Every piece of our equipment is fully assembled and pretested at our shop, and can be built to meet service classifications from A through F. If you want to learn more about slag handling, sludge handling, and other custom crane and hoist solutions, reach out to our team today and experience the difference that American Crane can make for your business.
