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HWI to Showcase Innovation and Expertise at AISTech 2025

May 05, 2025 / Events

HWI, A member of Calderys is participating in AISTech 2025 — Steel’s premier technology event — taking place May 5–8, 2025, at the Music City Center in Nashville, Tennessee.

As a leader in refractory solutions, HWI is set to make a significant impact at this year’s event. Our team will engage with industry professionals through active participation in multiple technology conference sessions and will exhibit in Booth 2129, where we will highlight our latest innovations designed to power a more sustainable and competitive steel industry.

Technical sessions featuring HWI experts: 

  • Development of a basic dry-vibe for direct current hearth anodes
    📅 May 5, 2025 | 🕓 4:30 PM – 5:00 PM | 📍 Room 106A
    Presented by: Benjamin Burk, Research Engineer 
  • Refractory lining design and metallurgical practice for improving the quality of magnesia carbon recycled material
    📅 May 6, 2025 | 🕙 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM | 📍 Room 104E
    Presented by: David Hartwich, Director, Fired Shape Technology and Samantha Garnier, Research Engineer. 

Through these presentations, HWI experts will share insights into cutting-edge refractory developments that support operational performance across the steel industry. 

Expanded solutions through Calderys integration:

Crawford Murton, Director, Strategic Growth, Americas, and his teams will be available at Booth 2129 to discuss HWI’s integration with Calderys and what it means for the industry. Together, we bring an expanded portfolio of high-temperature solutions, delivering even greater value and expertise to customers around the world. 

Visit us:
Be sure to stop by Booth 2129 to meet our team, discover our latest technologies, and explore how HWI’s commitment to innovation is shaping the future of steel. 

Explore HWI and Calderys expanded steel solutions.

About HWI, A member of Calderys

HWI is one of the leading suppliers of refractory products and services in the United States, with a history that spans more than 150 years. It is part of Calderys and is the brand for the Americas region of the Group. HWI counts 25 manufacturing sites and 20 distribution centers in the Americas, as well as the largest refractory industry research facility in North America. Serving virtually every major industry that requires refractory solutions to enhance production and protect assets, HWI is consistently recognized for its talented experts, industry firsts, and intensely driven excellence.

For more information, visit https://thinkhwi.com