In this episode, we cover the complete steelmaking process, from raw materials to finished steel products. Our guest, Christian Eslava, is a Metallurgical and Materials Engineer with more than 20 years of experience in the steel industry. Throughout his career, he has worked with leading companies including ArcelorMittal, Simec, and other major steel producers. Whether you're new to the industry or looking to strengthen your knowledge, this course provides a solid introduction to how steel is made. I recommend taking notes throughout the episode, as we cover many key concepts. Chapters : 2:48 - What Is Steel? 12:23 - What Is Slag? 16:05 - Raw Materials of Steelmaking: Commodities Explained 30:30 - The Steelmaking Process Explained 34:29 - Blast Furnace Explained 36:50 - Direct Reduction Process Explained 39:45 - Steel Melting: BOF vs EAF Explained 48:20 - Steel Refining: Ladle Furnace & Vacuum Degassing 57:59 - Continuous Casting Explained 1:01:26 - Rolling, Shaping & Coating Steel Products 1:05:50 - Global Steel Industry Leaders 1:10:36 - The Future of Steel: Challenges & Opportunities SHIPPING AND COMMODITY OPERATION CERTIFICATE : https://bit.ly/4jsKV6z