Spyrometer users have made the following comments about the benefits of using this video technology: "The imaging pyrometer has given our operators added confidence because now they can see the changes in the flame and in the burning zone as fuel combinations change." "The new equipment saves them from making frequent trips to the firing hood.
Continuous Video Monitoring
The ability to continually "see" the process inside the kiln provides
multiple benefits. By providing a live video image to the control room, the
operator can observe and make timely adjustments thus reducing kiln upsets
before they become critical. It also reduces the need for manual kiln
viewing which saves time and the chance of personnel injury.
Measure Multiple Temperatures
The Spyrometer utilizes a two-color scanning pyrometer and provides 32
separate areas of temperature measurement. The ability to directly view
where the pyrometer is pointing is a key advantage. The Spyrometer shows you
the exact location of these areas, as numbered boxes over the video image.
The corresponding temperatures appear at the side of the monitor screen.
These positions can easily be moved or re-sized with the computer mouse and
set to read the minimum, maximum or average temperature of that area.
Sixteen 4-20 mA analog outputs allow for direct connection to the plant
control system.
Identify Problems with Trend Data and Zoom Feature
Long term trending data for multiple areas can be shown on the monitor
and exported to the plant control system. Tracking these clinker temperature
profiles ensures that any radical changes can be counteracted quickly.
Immediate problems can be examined with the zoom feature. Simply "right-
click" and drag across the desired area to enlarge trouble spots. Then
print, save or e-mail the image of the kiln for further examination.
Avoid Unnecessary Down Time and Increase Fuel Cost Savings
Excessively high temperatures hasten the erosion of the refractory. As
confidence increases in the temperature information provided by the
Spyrometer, the operator can reduce the temperature safety margins in the
kiln, thus prolonging the refractory life. In addition, reduced temperatures
will lead to lower fuel consumption. This can also lead to improved clinker
quality, and greater reliability of production forecasts.
Combined Video and Pyrometry for Your Kiln
A kiln operator must have reliable data from the kiln to make the best firing decisions. This gives the operators the data they need, right at the control room console.
Benefits of Imaging Pyrometry
• This tool allows the operator to:
• Track temperature of the clinker
• Monitor clinker movement and ring build-up
• Reduce kiln upsets through timely operator adjustments
• Better manage burn zone temperature effecting control of NO emissions
• Increase personnel safety by minimizing manual kiln viewing
• Reduce equipment breakdown and extend refractory life
