Comparison of two methods for conveying Kerr-McGee ash concentrate: Fuller-Kinyon pumps (Subcontract 01-13072) vs. Blowtank pneumatic transport system (Subcontract 01-13082). Final report. [Nitrogen for safety]

Technical Report · Thu Sep 01 00:00:00 EDT 1983

DOI:https://doi.org/10.2172/6808830· OSTI ID:6808830

Schwartz, S.; Moujaes, S. F.

The Fuller Company conducted tests to determine the feasibility of conveying Kerr-McGee ash concentrate (KMAC) by two different methods: a Fuller-Kinyon pump conveying system and a blowtank pneumatic transport system. The Fuller-Kinyon tests showed that a 1500-ft/min conveying velocity satisfied a wide range of KMAC flow conditions. No conveying problems occurred in either system at temperatures below 550/sup 0/F at this velocity. Also, no appreciable KMAC attrition was noted. Thus, technically, either system can convey KMAC satisfactorily. Additional studies conducted independently by GKT to compare the economics and on-stream reliability of both methods showed that the Fuller-Kinyon pump is more reliable and has a lower total cost than the blowtank system. Based on these results, ICRC included the Fuller-Kinyon pump conveying system in its Baseline Design for the SRC-I Demonstration Plant. 6 references, 15 figures, 9 tables.

• Research Organization: Fuller Co., Catasauqua, PA (USA). Research and Development Dept.; International Coal Refining Co., Allentown, PA (USA)
• DOE Contract Number: AC05-78OR03054
• OSTI ID: 6808830
• Report Number(s): DOE/OR/03054-28; ON: DE84013975
• Resource Relation: Other Information: Portions are illegible in microfiche products. Original copy available until stock is exhausted
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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