Sawan Jasoliya

Problem Statement: The  belt bucket elevator (BBE)  feeding the kiln is  getting swayed during operation , leading to operational instability, potential mechanical damage, and interlock tripping. Objective: To achieve  stable, variation-free kiln feed , ensuring the  belt bucket elevator runs smoothly without sway , and preventing unnecessary shutdowns and mechanical failures. Action Plan: Step 1: Immediate Running Condition -> Controlled Operation Bypass the tripping interlocks  temporarily, but keep the elevator under  strict manual supervision. Continuously monitor  the elevator's operation during this period. Manually adjust  the elevator through tensioning device until relative stability is achieved. Restore interlocks  once the system behavior is stable and predictable. Step 2: Inspection of Material Discharge to Elevator Check material discharge ...

Ever come across a conveyor circuit with massive spillage and dusting ? I did recently. It wasn’t surprising, but it was disappointing. The problem? A wrongly designed discharge chute, leading to inefficiencies that should have been avoided in the first place. So, why do such issues still exist? I’ve said this before: Most plant problems are rooted in material handling inefficiencies. Let’s break it down: Why inefficiencies? Poor workmanship. Why poor workmanship? Lack of attention to basics. This morning, while discussing the issue with my team, I laid down some simple yet effective criteria for designing discharge chutes. Here’s what I emphasized: Discharge direction matters: Material must flow in the direction of the belt’s movement. Stay centered: Material has to fall in the center of the belt. No contact with mother plates/skirt boards: Material should never touch these areas to prevent wear. To protect the mother plate from wear, I explained the importance of stone-boxes/st...