Automated Gas Conditioning

[sukishan]

Automation of gas conditioning systems is certainly not a new concept. For decades, cement plant personnel have chosen systems with limited control capabilities. Or, they have created their own systems by integrating hydraulic or air atomising spray nozzles and lances with pumps, compressors, sensors and controls from a variety of suppliers. In the latter approach, cement plant engineering personnel 'configures' and installs the components.

If system performance issues arise, plant personnel are faced with contacting multiple vendors to coordinate troubleshooting efforts. While these systems can be quite effective, the amount of hands-on involvement is often significant. The end result is a gas conditioning system that may offer unattended operation when performing properly but requires significant attention for installation and maintenance.