IRON AND STEEL WORKS - ADAM FRUŻYŃSKI

Discover the fascinating history of metallurgy in Poland with the publication by Adam Frużyński. This is a comprehensive study that presents the development of this important branch of industry in an accessible way, from the earliest methods to modern technologies. Get to know the ethos of the metallurgist's work, the feasts of the metallurgical brotherhood, and the history of man's struggle with the element of fire, without which the smelting of iron would be impossible.

• Compendium of knowledge about the metallurgical industry in Poland
• History and technique of smelting iron and steel
• Development of metallurgy from the earliest times to the present
• Information about the ethos of the metallurgist's work and metallurgical feasts
• Rich illustrative material often unpublished in other sources
• Index of metallurgical plants divided by location
• Detailed discussion of technological and organizational changes in smelters

In his book, Adam Frużyński takes us on a journey through the world of iron and steel works, presenting both those that exist and those that have already become history. Thanks to the carefully selected illustrative material, we can see how metallurgical plants have changed over the years, from modest beginnings to gigantic industrial complexes. The author also does not forget about the people who created and are creating the history of metallurgy, describing their work, traditions and holidays.

The book "Iron and Steel Works" is not only a dry history, but also a story about passion, dedication and the constant pursuit of technological improvement. The author describes with extraordinary precision the processes of smelting iron and steel, explaining how the methods and devices used in smelters have changed. Thanks to this, the reader can better understand how difficult and demanding the work of a metallurgist is, but also how important this branch of industry is for the economic development of Poland.

The publication also contains information about modern iron and steel works, which occupy huge areas and are equipped with the most modern equipment. Blast furnaces, open-hearth furnaces, rolling mills - these are just some of the elements that make up the landscape of a modern smelter. Adam Frużyński also describes smaller plants where steel is smelted from scrap in electric furnaces and then processed in installations for off-furnace steel processing.

Thanks to the index of metallurgical plants divided by location, the reader can easily find information about the companies he is interested in. This is an excellent tool for anyone who wants to better understand the history of metallurgy in their region or simply expand their knowledge about this important branch of industry. "Iron and Steel Works" is a must-read for anyone interested in history, technology and industry.