Fluidized-bed boilers keep Chinese industry running on marginal fuels

Journal Article · Tue Mar 01 04:00:00 EST 1983 · Power; (United States)

OSTI ID:5807141

Schwieger, B

More than 2000 atmospheric fluidized-bed (afb) boilers are in operation in the People's Republic of China, many burning oil shale, char from coal gasification and lignite. The extensive use of this form of combustion derives from the need for the means to utilize very poor quality fuels, particularly in the industrialized south of the country. Afb boilers are available off-the-shelf in sizes up to 70,000 lb/h; larger units have been built. Conversion of conventional coal-fired boilers is also practiced.

• OSTI ID: 5807141
• Journal Information: Power; (United States), Journal Name: Power; (United States) Vol. 127:3; ISSN POWEA
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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