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Definitions from the WebOpen-Hearth ProcessDefinitionThe open-hearth process is a method of producing steel by heating pig iron in a large, shallow furnace called an open hearth. UsagePart of Speech: Noun1. (Metallurgy) A process of manufacturing steel by heating pig iron in an open hearth furnace. 2. (Historical) The most common method used for steel production during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Example Sentence: The open-hearth process revolutionized the steel industry in the 19th century. Part of Speech: Adjective1. (Metallurgy) Referring to steel or any other material produced using the open-hearth process. 2. (Historical) Relating to the time period when the open-hearth process was widely used. Example Sentence: This open-hearth process steel has excellent durability. Part of Speech: Verb1. (Metallurgy) The act of manufacturing steel using the open-hearth process. Example Sentence: The company plans to open-hearth process all their steel products for better quality. Related ProductsFind possible related products on Amazon: | ||||
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