BEE WAELZ

Investing in the Future

The world's dedicated Waelz process consulting firm — turning EAF dust into value, globally.

13+
Years Experience
5
Countries
100+
Waelz Kilns Worldwide
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Who We Are

Waelz Process. Mastered.

BEE Waelz Guidance is an independent consulting firm led by Emrah Gündüz, one of the world's most experienced Waelz process specialists. With over 13 years of direct, hands-on operational expertise across Turkey, Bulgaria, Iraq, Morocco and India, Emrah brings unparalleled depth to every engagement.

From commissioning new kilns in greenfield facilities to optimising ring formation control in established plants, BEE Waelz Guidance delivers technical clarity, operational discipline and investment-grade reporting to clients across the zinc recovery ecosystem.

Whether you are a steel mill seeking a recycling partner, an investor evaluating a Waelz project, or an operator facing process challenges — BEE Waelz Guidance is your first call.

"Mr. Gündüz demonstrated in-depth technical knowledge of Waelz kiln processes, refractory management, and ring formation control — combined with a distinctive methodological approach to EAF dust recovery plant optimisation."

— Satyam Bubna, Managing Director, Ambica – The Standard in Zinc
Waelz Kiln Operations & Process Control
Ring Formation Diagnostics & Prevention
Refractory Management & Inspection
EAF Dust Recovery Plant Commissioning
Gas Analysis (CO / CO₂ / O₂)
Waelz Oxide Quality Management
Investment Feasibility Studies
Raw Material Supply & Market Analysis
Team Training & Workforce Development
Operational Troubleshooting

What We Do

Our Services

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Process Consulting

On-site and remote technical support for Waelz kiln operations. Process parameter optimisation, energy efficiency, ring formation prevention and product quality improvement.

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Commissioning & Start-Up

End-to-end support for new Waelz kiln installations — from equipment inspection and refractory curing through first feed, process stabilisation and ramp-up to target capacity.

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Investment Advisory

Technical feasibility studies, site assessments and investment reports for Waelz project developers and financiers. Market analysis, capex validation and risk profiling.

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Raw Material Sourcing

EAF dust supply network development and trading advisory. Connecting steel mills with recycling operators across Europe, the Middle East and Asia.

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Training & Development

Structured training programmes for Waelz kiln operators and shift supervisors. Classroom theory combined with hands-on plant-floor coaching.

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Project Development

Full lifecycle support for new Waelz projects — from concept and permitting through to commercial operation. Investor introductions and partner matching.

Track Record

International Project Experience

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Turkey
8+ years as Operator & Shift Supervisor at Marzinc — one of Turkey's leading Waelz facilities. Full operational responsibility including process control, maintenance and team management.
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Bulgaria
~18 months on-site as Waelz Process Supervisor. Kiln commissioning, process control systems, gas analysis installation and local team training.
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Iraq
5-month project engagement. Process supervision, troubleshooting and operational optimisation in a demanding field environment.
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Morocco
Investment feasibility studies, field inspections and process planning for new Waelz project development. Investor-facing technical reporting.
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India
Consulting services including equipment selection, project organisation and process improvement for zinc recovery operations. Collaboration with Ambica – The Standard in Zinc.
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Global Trading
Raw material supply network development and market analysis services for international trading companies in the Waelz oxide and EAF dust sector.

What Clients Say

Trusted by Leading Names in Zinc

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We have maintained an active professional relationship with Mr. Gündüz and the BEE Waelz team since September 2024, with a focus on Waelz kiln operations, EAF dust recovery, and zinc pyrometallurgy. Throughout this period, Mr. Gündüz and his team have consistently demonstrated technical depth, operational discipline, and a commanding command of the sector.

On behalf of Ambica — The Standard in Zinc, we unreservedly and strongly recommend Mr. Gündüz and the BEE Waelz team for any engagement within the Waelz process and EAF dust recovery ecosystem, including technical consulting, project development, plant management, and investment evaluation.

Satyam Bubna — Managing Director
Ambica — The Standard in Zinc · ISO 9001:2015 Certified · India

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Whether you have a project to discuss, a process challenge to solve, or simply want to explore how BEE Waelz Guidance can support your operations — we are ready to listen.

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Phone / WhatsApp +90 554 521 4212