Design and Application of Low-NOx Burners in Rotary Kilns
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Low NOx Burner, Air Pollution, Rotary KilnsAbstract
In an era of heightened environmental consciousness and stringent pollution controls, the reduction of air pollution, particularly nitrogen oxides (NOx), has emerged as a universal goal. In response to the increasingly rigorous NOx emission standards for industrial furnaces, our innovative research has yielded a groundbreaking solution. By engineering a novel five-channel vortex low NOx burner and implementing it in a company’s lime rotary kiln, we have achieved a remarkable reduction in NOx emissions. The average NOx content in the kiln’s tail gas, previously at 450mg/m3 and in violation of industry standards, has now been successfully decreased by over 30%. This cutting-edge burner technology not only ensures compliance with environmental regulations but also reaches a record-low NOx emission concentration of 135.56 mg/m3 during operation, effectively demonstrating our commitment to and success in controlling NOx emissions. This breakthrough marks a significant contribution to the field of industrial environmental protection and showcases our leadership in developing sustainable industrial practices.
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