SAULT STE. MARIE, ONT. — Algoma Steel Group Inc., a producer of hot and cold rolled steel sheet and plate products, recently installed the first structural steel columns at its electric arc steelmaking facility (EAF) in Sault Ste. Marie, Ont.
Algoma’s EAF project is the largest industrial-scale carbon reduction project in Canada, indicates a release. To mark the project milestone, Ontario Premier Doug Ford visited the site.
Algoma Steel partnered with Hamilton, Ont.-based Walters Group Inc. to fabricate and erect the main EAF building and ancillary structures, which includes technology to reduce sound and emissions. Walters is using Algoma’s steel plate products in the fabrication of the heavy structural components, and working with local industrial contractor, SIS Manufacturing Inc. for the fabrication of these key elements, adds the release. Onsite assembly of the building structure is targeted for completion within the year.
“The level of excitement in the community and among our workforce is remarkable as we look to a greener future with an expected 70 per cent reduction in greenhouse gas emissions,” said Algoma chief executive officer Michael Garcia in a statement. “When paired with Ontario’s low-carbon power grid, we expect this transition will position Algoma as one of the leading producers of green steel in North America.”
Completion of the $703 million EAF project is on track for mid-2024.
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