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Title: Optimum compositions for thermal insulation of burners and regenerators

Journal Article · · Glass Ceram. (Engl. Transl.); (United States)
OSTI ID:6412212

The thermal and mechanical properties of thermal insulation compositions applied by spraying were evaluated to determine the optimum composition for the parameters posed by the burners and regenerators of glass-melting furnaces. The effects of varying spray parameters on these properties were also assessed. Changes were made in the binder density while leaving the amount of filler unaltered. With an increase in binder density there was an increase in the apparent density of the insulation. Kaolin wool with an aluminoborophosphate concentrate binder was tested for thermal conductivity, apparent density, and bending, shear, and compression strength against asbestos with water glass as a binder. For walls of the regenerators and a single-layer heat insulation, insulation made from an asbestos-perlite mixture with water glass was recommended.

Research Organization:
Gusev Crystal Factory (USSR)
OSTI ID:
6412212
Journal Information:
Glass Ceram. (Engl. Transl.); (United States), Vol. 44:11-12; Other Information: Translated from Steklo Keran.; 44: No. 11, 16-17(Nov 1987)
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English