Grinding Aid Recovery System
Client: Calcit BV
Role: Design & Engineering
Overview
For Calcit BV, I developed an automated grinding aid recovery system for their calcium carbonate mill — specifically designed to recover and separate 6mm and 12mm grinding aid spheres used in the milling process.
Approach
The solution involved a two-stage separation process. First, material was pre-filtered using a JPS coarse separation system. From there, hydropower was used to direct the material into a custom-engineered three-level SWECO machine designed specifically for this application.
Outcome
The final system achieved a projected ROI of just 0.8 years, with estimated savings of €50,000 annually in employee costs and an additional €15,000 annually in electricity. All system planning, quotes, and technical details were completed and delivered, ready for implementation.
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Rough Design Ideas
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Rough Design Ideas
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Original Inadequate Filtering System
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Old Filter Inlet
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New Inlet Design
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New Filter Design with Attachment to Source
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Final Design with Air Pressure Controllers
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Air Pressure Controllers for Controlling Valves
