What is a cement furnace?
cement furnace is a specialized furnace used in cement production. It should not be confused with the cement of the furnace, the thermal resistant material that is used to repair the furnaces used in the production of ceramics. Few people have the opportunity to communicate with a cement oven during their lives, although they can use cement products every day. After visiting the cement furnace, the first thing people notice, usually size, and cement furnaces are designed for continuous processing of huge volumes of raw materials. Portland cement is probably the most famous form of hydraulic cement, although the cement furnace can be produced a number of other types of cement. Many people are familiar with cement in the form of concrete, a material produced by mixing aggregate, such as crushed rocks with cement, to form a very durable and strong mix.
The process of firing materials for cement begins with the mixture of calcium carbonate, also known as lime, with clay or slate and other minerals to form a mixture that is poured into the furnace. Kiln is slowly fed to temperatures around 2,642 degrees Fahrenheit (1,450 degrees Celsius), causing a chemical reaction that results in calcium silicate formation. Calcium silicate is precipitated in the form of "Cinkers", which are cooled before it falls into powder. The resulting powder is cement and can be further changed with specific minerals for specific required properties.
The first cement furnaces were designed for batch operations. Modern furnaces are continuous and slowly bring the mixture over the conveyor so that the cement furnace can be maintained in continuous operation. Continuous operations are more advantageous in terms of efficiency and are also more for the equipment, because the furnace is incorrectly warming and cooling. They also require a lot of space.
Cement production can be a very messy process. A number of emissions are produced in furnace and many cement furnaces are equipped with airme the washing machines to capture as many pollutants as possible. Grinding of the slim also creates a large amount of dust, which can be irritating if it enters the airways of humans and animals. Filter systems are used in cement grinding devices to reduce dust leakage, but can be difficult to contain.