12th Sep 2011 07:00
12 September 2011
International Ferro Metals Limited
("IFL" or the "Company")
Second furnace roof successfully installed and switched in
Following its Operational Update issued on 8 August 2011, IFL provides the following update to the market regarding its furnace roof upgrade project.
Installation of the second furnace roof was completed successfully and the furnace was switched in on the 2nd of September 2011, on time and within budget. The furnace is expected to ramp up to full load by mid-October. The first furnace, which was switched in on the 30th of July 2011 is now operating at full load. Total annualised nameplate capacity for both furnaces is 265,000 tonnes.
Following the start-up of the furnaces, the Cogen plant was restarted and seven of the 10 engines are currently operational. The engines are operating at 65% of capacity as output from the plant is proportional to the furnace gas supply.
IFL will provide a more detailed update to the market at its Full Year results on Monday 19th September.
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For further information please visit www.ifml.com or contact:
International Ferro Metals Limited Chris Jordaan, Chief Executive Officer | +27 (0) 82 650 1192 |
Brunswick Group Carole Cable / Fiona Micallef-Eynaud | +44 (0) 20 7404 5959 |
Numis Securities Limited John Harrison / James Black | +44 (0) 20 7260 1000 |
About International Ferro Metals:
International Ferro Metals produces ferrochrome, the essential ingredient in stainless steel, from its integrated chromite mine and ferrochrome processing operations in South Africa. International Ferro Metals is listed on the London Stock Exchange under the symbol IFL.
Forward Looking Statements
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