Three different plants, one common problem, three different root-causes.
Common issue: Snowman formation. Root cause in Case#1. Static Grate fans RPM were less. Why: Because of wrong O/load setting, CCR couldn't increase the speed. Action taken: O/load setting reset and problem solved [2018, 1350TPD plant]. Root cause in Case#2. Frequent temperature spike in kiln + preheater due to uneven coal dosing. Why: Uncontrolled coal firing due to coal flushing through Feeding screw. Action taken: Barrel of screw was modified with a simple solution. Temperature controlled and problem solved [2022, 2300TPD plant]. Root cause in Case#3. Air Blaster purging pressure was less. They were not being fully charged. Why: No header for air blasters. 1/2" line from main pipe line and tapping of the same size for 12 nos. of air-blasters (sounds funny but such things happen). Action taken: Supply line upgraded. Header provided. No snowman after that [June-2024, 5500TPD plant].