Shandong coal mine's low-ash, high-binding coal to revolutionize steel and casting industries.
The No.3 coal stratum in Zhangjijingtian at Shanxian coal mine in Shandong Province has good quality coal suitable for metallurgical and casting purposes. The coal is mainly cindery coal with low ash, low sulfur, high binding property, and high coking power. Other compositions include fatty coal and 1/3 cindery coal. The coal mine is rare and of good quality, making it valuable for industrial use.