Predominant wear mechanismsin rotary kilns

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Contents

Thy Tyre –a Critical Section

 

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Introduction

 

Predominant wear mechanismsin rotary kilns

 

 

 

Tyre Area

 

The tyre area, one of the most critical kiln zones, due to the combination of all three wear mechanisms, which increases the speed of wear dramatically

 

Pre-mature Wear at Tyre Section

 

 

Clearance

 

 

 

Ovality and refractory lining

 

The lining life of the refractory lining is significantly influenced by the mechanical condition of the kiln shell.

 

Effects of Increased Mechanical Load Due to High Ovality

 

Consequences for the lining

 

 

 

 

Not only the refractory also the equipment can be effected

 

 

Signs of increased mechanical load

 

Recommended Limits

Recommended tyre creep and ovality

The ovalityof the kiln shell depends on the tyre clearance, the distance between kiln shell and tyre. The higher the clearance the higher also the ovality. The acceptable clearance depends on the diameter of the kiln.

 

 

 

Evaluation of Mechanical Condition

 

Creep measurement

 

 

 

Measurement of creep and tyre clearance

 

 

 

Results

 

 

Shelltest Measurement

 

For more detailed information of the mechanical condition of the tyre a so called Shelltest Measurement should be carried out regularly. It gives useful information for possible maintenance measures:

-measured ovalityin comparison to recommended range

-tyre clearance

-alignment of the support rollers

-load of the support rollers

-alignment of the kiln axis

-permanent kiln shell deformations

-cracks in the kiln shell

 

Definition of ovality

Ovality is the twofold difference between the smallest and biggest radius of the kiln shell during one revolution expressed in percent of the inner diameter.

 

 

 

 

Application of the measuring beam

 

For a representative result the measurement has to be carried out under normal operation conditions (coating conditions, kiln rotation, capacity etc.).

 

Measurement

For the shelltest measurement the device from Philips kiln services of latest generation is used:
Philips Electronic Ovality Beam.

 

 

 

Summary Graph

 

 

Interpretation and evaluation

 

 

 

Interpretation and evaluation :Ideal Curve

 

 

 

Conclusions

-The results of the Shelltest measurement can give useful advises for maintenance measures.

-Regular maintenance can prevent from increased or premature wear of the refractory lining dueto increased mechanical load.

 

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