Processes coal and iron to produce steel. Emits pollution.
Game quote[]
Tropican steel, made in Tropican Steel Mills, is sometimes called circus steel due to the use of fresh limes in its manufacture. They give it an authentic Caribbean zest.
Work modes[]
- Standard Process: Basic settings.
- Top Gas Recycling: Decrease efficiency by 10% and pollution by 20%.
- Hot Rolling: Increase efficiency by 20% and upkeep by 20%.
Upgrades[]
- Electric Arc Furnace: (Modern Times) ($3500) Decrease coal consumption by 50%. The building requires 80 MW of electrical power.
Budget[]
| Budget ($) | 71 | 108 | 133 | 157 | 195 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Budget (Hot Rolling) ($) | 72 | 110 | 135 | 160 | 198 |
| Job Quality | 25 | 30 | 35 | 40 | 45 |
| Wage ($) | 8 | 12 | 15 | 18 | 22 |
Notes[]
Coal and Iron are provided by Mines and Automated Mines. Steel counts as Processed Goods, and are used as inputs for the Weapons Factory (alongside Nickel inputs) to produce Weapons, the Shipyard (with Welding Plant upgrade) to produce Boats, or the Vehicle Factory (alongside Rubber inputs) to produce Cars.