Managing alternative fuel supplies on arrival Premium
Alternative fuels and raw materials often arrive at a cement works from an external pretreatment facility. Their efficient use includes the need to convey, store and dose them a...
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Fans of saving energy Premium
When Hanson Cement’s GGBS factory in Purfleet, UK, was looking to achieve energy savings, it chose to upgrade the fan of Mill 3 with Siemen’s Integrated Drive Systems concept. T...
Dynamic mercury control Premium
Recent environmental legislation requires US cement plants to tighten up their mercury control procedures. ADA Carbon Solutions has developed the Dynamic Mercury Index test to h...
Seal of approval Premium
Kiln seals help improve kiln control and place lower demands on ID fans and burner output. Available in different guises and each with its own advantages and drawbacks, can comb...
New grinding dimensions Premium
As the global demand for cement increases, new cement plant projects are designed to larger production capacities. Alongside this requirement for higher output potential is the ...
Improving ash quality Premium
As governments consider the reduction of power generation in coal-fired power stations for environmental reasons, this article looks at the impact of this measure on the supply ...
Down to size Premium
PT Cemindo Gemilang, part of the Ganda group and relative newcomer to the cement business, has recently constructed a 10,000tpd integrated cement works on Java, Indonesia. The c...
Optimisation big and small Premium
Quarry control and fleet management systems are often used by large mining operations but can also offer significant benefits to smaller quarries. Real-time data flow not only e...
The modern cooler Premium
Clinker cooling is a key step in the pyroprocessing system. The cooler is essential for recuperating heat from the clinker and cooling it sufficiently for the cement milling ope...
Cement grinding considered Premium
While grinding technology has advanced considerably over recent years, the right choice of mill and improved operation of mills are still key to grinding efficiency. While energ...