Grinding and Milling Systems Course
A six-week course designed to take students through the complete cycle of raw
material grinding and preparation, clinker grinding, milling and separation
cycles. Ball mills and vertical milling technologies will all be included with
operator training on improved grinding techniques, cost saving strategies,
improved performance.
Course Content
Module 1 – Introduction and concepts
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The reasons why grinding and milling are so important in cement manufacture.
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The measurement and control of fineness and the different measures applied on
cement factories.
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Separation theory.
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The concept of grindability and the effects of inter-grinding materials of
different grindability.
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Drying and evaporative cooling.
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The segmentation of grinding and milling systems.
Module 2 – Ball mills
This module will cover the technology of ball mills used
for raw and finish grinding in the cement manufacturing process.
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Mechanical description of the different types of mills.
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Ball mill grinding equations and dimensioning.
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Mill internals, media, liners and diaphragms.
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Ventilation, cooling and drying.
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Control concepts.
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Grinding aids and other tools to boost efficiency.
Module 3 – Vertical mills
This module will cover the technology of vertical
mills used for raw and finish grinding in the cement manufacturing process.
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Mechanical description of the different types of mills.
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Vertical mill grinding equations and dimensioning.
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Ventilation, cooling and drying.
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Control concepts.
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Optimisation possibilities.
Module 4 – Roll Presses
This module will cover the technology of roll presses
used for raw and finish grinding in the cement manufacturing process.
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Mechanical description of the different types of presses.
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Roll press equations and dimensioning.
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Circuit possibilities.
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Control concepts.
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Optimisation possibilities.
Module 5 – Conclusions
In the final module we will explore some of the latest
innovations in grinding and milling technology.
Course Material
The course will be conducted on-line, allowing students flexibility (within the
six-week period) to complete each module and associated exercises and quizzes at
work or home. Students should expect to devote around 5+ hours per week/per
module plus some additional time for private reading. A computer with standard
internet access (broadband recommended) and email capabilities are necessary.
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Throughout the course the lectures are supplemented with exercises allowing the
course participants to relate the course material to their cement factories, or
the cement factories of their clients in the case of equipment or service
suppliers to the cement industry. Certification is achieved by completing a
satisfactory level of exercises, and by end-of-module exams.
The course is complete with downloadable transcripts of the lectures, exercises,
and reading material for the training record.
Next Course Starts:
11 August 2008
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Cost
The cost of the Grinding and Milling Systems online training course is:
GBP£500
EUR€700
US$1000
Reductions for group bookings at the following rate:
3 Students - 10% discount
4-5 Students - 15% discount
6 + Students - 20% discount
All discounts are applied automatically during checkout.
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Certification
Students who successfully complete the course are awarded a certificate and a
copy of the Cement Plant Operations Handbook.
Sample Lecture
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