Controlling Blast Furnace Fumes: A Success Story with Spraying Systems Australia and New Zealand

In the demanding world of mining, innovations and engineering solutions often mean the difference between operational excellence and unacceptable risks. For a mining customer facing a challenging issue, Spraying Systems Australia and New Zealand were able to develop a tailored solution that effectively addressed the problem by coming onto our customers site, working with them to design a solution and fabricating it right here in Australia.

The Challenge

The project's objective was to control and contain fumes escaping from the shuttle entrance and exit of a blast furnace. These emissions pose risks to both the environment and the people working in close proximity. The task was particularly challenging due to the large openings at both ends of the furnace, each measuring approximately 3.8 meters wide.

The Solution: Spraybar Assembly with Windjet Nozzles

To control the escaping fumes, Spraying Systems Australia and New Zealand designed and fabricated a solution using a spraybar assembly equipped with Windjet nozzles. The assembly was strategically positioned on both sides of the furnace's entrance and exit to act as an air curtain.

The design of the spraybar assembly was meticulously planned to create a barrier of air across the openings. By blowing air across, it created an invisible wall that kept the fumes contained within the furnace.

Implementation and Success

The spraybar assemblies were custom-built to fit the exact measurements of both entrance and exit, ensuring an efficient and effective solution. Once installed, the result was immediate, as the air curtains started to show a considerable reduction in escaping fumes.

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