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Worker melted in half after falling into vat of molten iron

Worker melted in half after falling into vat of molten iron

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The Man Who Disappeared Into Liquid Fire

The Man Who Disappeared Into Liquid Fire

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UPDATE: Worker dies in fire at Caterpillar’s Mapleton foundry

UPDATE: Worker dies in fire at Caterpillar’s Mapleton foundry

Steven Dierkes Molten Iron Tragedy

Steven Dierkes Molten Iron Tragedy

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39-year-old Steven Dierkes tragically fell into a vat of molten iron at Caterpillar's Mapleton, Illinois, foundry. The incident occurred on his ninth day of employment. Dierkes was attempting to collect a sample from the molten metal when he lost his balance and plunged into the 11-foot-deep crucible. The molten iron, heated to over 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit, instantly incinerated him. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) investigated the accident and found that the foundry la

39-year-old Steven Dierkes tragically fell into a vat of molten iron at Caterpillar's Mapleton, Illinois, foundry. The incident occurred on his ninth day of employment. Dierkes was attempting to collect a sample from the molten metal when he lost his balance and plunged into the 11-foot-deep crucible. The molten iron, heated to over 2,000 degrees Fahrenheit, instantly incinerated him. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) investigated the accident and found that the foundry la

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Firefighters put out fire at Caterpillar Mapleton Foundry building

Firefighters put out fire at Caterpillar Mapleton Foundry building

Caterpillar challenging OSHA fine for violations in death of man at Mapleton foundry

Caterpillar challenging OSHA fine for violations in death of man at Mapleton foundry

Caterpillar fined by OSHA following Mapleton foundry worker’s death

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Thescaryfact ™ on Instagram: "In 2022, factory worker Steven Dierkes fell into a vat of molten iron heated to 2,600°F at Caterpillar’s Mapleton Foundry in Illinois. A coworker recalled that part of his body remained outside the container while the rest was instantly vaporized. The gruesome accident shocked many, raising questions about safety protocols at industrial sites. It remains one of the most horrifying workplace deaths in recent memory. 🔴 Follow @thescaryfact for more chilling real-life

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The Most Disturbing Workplace Death

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Mapleton wildfire sparked by incendiary round contained at 1.5 acres

Mapleton wildfire sparked by incendiary round contained at 1.5 acres

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OSHA proposes fines against Caterpillar after worker fell into molten iron in June

After the 2025 California wildfires, non-profit customer CORE got to work—fast. Watch how Cat machines and technology helped clean up debrief safely and efficiently. | Caterpillar

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From recycled scraps to high-strength cast iron blocks, check out how #TeamCaterpillar at the Caterpillar Foundry in Mapleton, Illinois makes engine blocks. These blocks go on to provide our customers with power that can get the work done in the harshest of conditions. When quality can’t be compromised, Caterpillar employees get to work. https://www.caterpillar.com/en/careers.html iAmCaterpillar | Caterpillar Careers

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