Steel is mainly composed of iron and contains various elements such as carbon, manganese and silicon. Depending on the carbon content, steel is categorized as low carbon steel, medium carbon steel and high carbon steel. The addition of different alloying elements can give steel different properties such as hardness and strength. The five basic elements are carbon, silicon, manganese, phosphorus and sulfur.

Low-carbon ferromanganese is a premium casting alloy valued for its high performance and environmental benefits. Widely used in the metallurgical and casting industries, it enhances mechanical properties, wear resistance, and corrosion resistance of castings. Its low carbon content reduces CO2 emissions, aligning with green manufacturing trends. In the casting process, it lowers melting temperatures, saves energy, and reduces harmful gases, improving efficiency. Additionally, it offers excellent deoxidation and desulfurization, further improving casting quality. Choosing low-carbon ferromanganese means opting for an efficient, eco-friendly, and sustainable casting solution. For more information, visit our website or contact our technical team.
 

Chinese silicon metal 7-8-3 producers are maintaining firm prices due to low margins caused by inactive buying activities from downstream consumers. The mainstream price remains at RMB 12,500-12,800 per tonne ex-works cash, consistent with the beginning of the week. Industry insiders expect prices to remain stable in the coming week due to producers' resistance to price cuts.

Electrolytic manganese (EM) is a vital chemical raw material made from manganese ore or slag via electrolysis. Its high-purity manganese metal is highly chemically active and electrochemically excellent, making it valuable in many industries.
In metallurgy, EM enhances alloy steel's hardness and wear resistance. It serves as an oxidizing agent and catalyst in the chemical industry, and it's used in batteries and capacitors in electronics. The electroplating industry uses EM for anode materials and manganese-plated products. It's also key for producing chemical raw materials and pharmaceutical intermediates.
Producing EM involves melting, electrolysis, and refining, requiring strict control to ensure high quality and stability. Ensuring raw material purity, stable equipment, and managing environmental concerns are essential. 

Mainstream Chinese ferrosilicon 72%min 200-500mm prices are currently at 7,000-7,200 yuan/tonne ($955-993/tonne) ex-works cash, unchanged from yesterday, as most producers are waiting for ferrosilicon tender prices from the major steel mills and are willing to hold prices. 

Calcium silicate alloy is usually used in steel production to improve the performance and quality of steel. Calcium silicate alloy has good antioxidant and desulfurization ability, which can effectively remove iron oxide and sulfide in steel, thus improving the organization structure and mechanical properties of steel.