The challenge
Clogged and worn air slide filter bags were making it hard to draw lime from the silos. The plant was using more energy to push the material through and losing time in packing.
All air slides at the bottom of the silo had to be serviced within a single planned stop.
Scope of works
- Entry through the side manhole and access to the air slides at the silo bottom
- Pressure test to identify slides that were not aerating
- Opening of all air slides and replacement of clogged filter bags
- Replacement of torn canvas causing pressure leaks
Outcome
All air slides were serviced safely in one day, as planned, reducing energy consumption and speeding up packing. Read the air slide repairs case study and learn about our material flow services.
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