Innovative Directions for Utilization of Ferrous Metallurgy Waste in Ceramic Brick Production

Abstract

The expediency is demonstrated of using ferrous metallurgy calcium-containing waste as a diluent and flux, and as a clay component, i.e., inter-shale clay (shale oil recovery waste) for reducing brick raw material drying time. The use of this waste in ceramic brick production makes it possible to conserve natural raw material, to reduce the amount of industrial waste, and to reduce environmental contamination. In addition, this usage leads to a reduction in final product cost, provides an alternative raw material for ceramic brick production, conserves unrecoverable resources, and reduces energy requirements.