Industry • Steel

High-Capacity Emission & Mist Control for the Steel Industry

Steel production involves pickling, galvanizing, rolling and by-product operations that can release acid/base gases, corrosive mists, odorous compounds and oily aerosols. Ravebo designs and builds tailored wet scrubber systems that protect people and assets, reduce nuisance and keep permits intact.

Ravebo emission control at steel facility

Why emission control matters in steelmaking

Corrosive media, high moisture loads and variable airflows demand predictable, low-maintenance abatement. The right system protects workers and neighbours, prevents corrosion and supports continuous production.

  • Compliance & permits
    Meet emission limits for acid mists and nuisance gases.
  • Worker & community safety
    Capture corrosive and odorous emissions before release.
  • Asset protection
    Reduce corrosion on ducts, stacks and plant equipment.
  • Operational continuity
    Stable performance with predictable OPEX.

Key challenges in steel production

From pickling-line mists to galvanizing fumes and oily aerosols, steel plants need reliable capture and separation across changing loads.

Top challenges

  • Acid mists from pickling/ARP
    HCl and H₂SO₄ mists and fumes around tanks and regeneration units.
  • Galvanizing emissions
    Ammonium/chloride species and acid vapours from flux and pretreatment.
  • Oil mist & steam
    Rolling/annealing lines generate aerosols and high humidity.
  • Variable loads & peaks
    Threading, coil changes and line stops/starts.
Steel processing lines and exhaust capture

Ravebo solutions for the Steel Industry

We configure wet scrubbers per application—matching absorption chemistry, droplet separation, materials and controls for compliant, low-maintenance performance.

Packed-bed absorption

High-efficiency gas absorption for acid/base gases (HCl, H₂SO₄, NH₃) with the right liquor and residence time.

Mist elimination & drainage

Multi-stage droplet separators with re-entrainment control for corrosive mists and humid exhaust.

Gas conditioning & cooling

Quench/conditioning sections to protect downstream equipment and stabilise performance.

Materials & effluent management

PP, PE, PVC-C, FRP or PVDF/PTFE; stainless/duplex where required. Recirculation with monitored blowdown and neutralisation.

Scrubber system on steel pickling line
Case Study

HCl mist abatement on continuous pickling line

A steel mill faced corrosive mists and complaints near the stack. Ravebo supplied a compact multi-stage scrubber with packed-bed absorption, high-efficiency mist elimination and integrated blowdown handling, tied into existing controls.

  • >99% acid-mist reduction at stack (application-dependent)
  • Reduced corrosion on nearby equipment and structures
  • Permit compliance with audit-ready documentation

Why partner with Ravebo

Decades of abatement experience, Dutch engineering and in-house manufacturing — from design to installation and aftercare.

  • 40+ years in wet scrubbing & mist control
  • In-house engineering & production in the Netherlands
  • Proven projects across steel processes
Ravebo engineering & manufacturing for steel plants

Discuss your challenge with our scrubber specialist

Get targeted advice for acid-mist control, oily-aerosol capture and compliant operation on your site.

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Steel Industry FAQ

What emissions are typical in steel plants?
Acid mists and gases from pickling/acid regeneration (HCl/H₂SO₄), ammonium/chloride vapours from galvanizing, and oily aerosols/steam from rolling and annealing lines.
Can systems be retrofitted with limited space?
Yes. We offer compact footprints, side/roof mounting and tie-ins to existing capture hoods and controls, with careful pressure-drop and drainage design.
How do you manage corrosion and effluent?
Materials are selected for chemistry and temperature (PP, PVC-C, FRP, PVDF/PTFE; stainless/duplex where needed). We use recirculation with monitored blowdown and neutralisation, aligned with site permits.

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Boost your industrial processes with our advanced wet gas scrubbers. Our specialist is ready to guide you towards efficiency, productivity, and environmental compliance. Connect with us now for expert advice, custom solutions, and quick responses. Let's find your perfect scrubber solution today.

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