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Furnace Tapping 2022

Furnace Tapping 2022

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A tapping system is necessary for a pyrometallurgical smelter, and the tap-hole design process involves design criteria, a life cycle, and labor. Safety is of utmost importance, and selection of suitable personnel and intensive training is required.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 392 pages
Publication date: 04 February 2023
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG


No pyrometallurgical smelter can function without some sort of tapping system, which is a common feature among all smelters. This collection delves into the intersection of science, technology, and skill required in this process.

The tap-hole design process involves a set of design criteria that are subject to revision as laboratory, computational fluid dynamics (CFD), and time-and-motion studies provide new insights. The tap-hole life cycle is explored in this volume, with authors addressing the requirements for installation, operability, and maintenance. Topics such as online monitoring of tap-hole wear, handling of liquid products, and extraction of fumes are discussed in detail.

While significant efforts have been made to automate the tapping process, manual tapping remains essential in pyrometallurgical smelters. Tap floor operators work in challenging environments where safety is paramount. Proper selection of personnel and rigorous training are crucial, and these aspects are discussed in this collection.

In conclusion, the tapping system is a critical component of pyrometallurgical smelters, and this collection provides valuable insights into the design, operation, and maintenance of tap-holes. It highlights the importance of science, technology, and skill in achieving efficient and safe tapping operations in the mining industry.

Weight: 623g
Dimension: 235 x 155 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030925468
Edition number: 1st ed. 2022

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