PREHEATER TOWER

The efficiency of the preheater and calciner plays a crucial role in determining the heat consumption of modern kilns. The IKN Low Under-Pressure Cyclone (LUCY) preheater ensures optimal heat transfer between the gas and raw meal while maintaining a low pressure drop.
 
Key elements, such as the cyclone inlet spiral and the configuration of the riser ducts, have been meticulously developed and optimized to achieve peak performance. The design minimizes areas of turbulence to prevent or significantly reduce buildups. It is also adaptable, allowing for integration into existing preheater systems.
 
 
 
 
The main features of the LUCY Preheater include:
 
** Effective dispersion of the meal into the gas stream through strategically designed splash boxes.
** Superior heat exchange between the raw material and gas.
** Efficient separation of raw meal at each cyclone stage with minimal pressure drop.
** A relatively low height and compact footprint.
 

IKN’s proprietary process expert system underpins the design of each LUCY Preheater, with local specifications further shaping the final configuration.