FlexoLIFT: Bucket elevators for alternative fuels
Alternative fuels place specific demands on conveying technology. Our technical article published in Global Cement Magazine examines the design features that are important for the reliable and cost-efficient operation of modern belt bucket elevators.
Conveying alternative fuels safely
Alternative fuels such as RDF, SRF, fluff, biomass and sewage sludge often differ significantly from conventional bulk materials. Varying particle sizes, low bulk densities and changing material properties can present specific challenges for conveying systems.
In Global Cement Magazine, Dr.-Ing. Luigi Di Matteo and Toni Pause (M. Eng.) explain why the FlexoLIFT bucket elevator was developed specifically for handling alternative fuels and which design features make it suitable for this application.
Conveying technology for demanding materials
Handling alternative fuels often requires different solutions than conveying conventional raw materials. In addition to energy efficiency, material feeding, discharge characteristics, wear protection and ease of maintenance are important considerations.
The technical article covers topics including:
- Conveying technology for RDF, SRF and other alternative fuels
- Design features of belt bucket elevators
- Measures to reduce material recirculation
- Wear protection and maintenance-friendly design
- Findings from simulations and practical testing
From development to application
The developments presented in the article are based on many years of experience in handling alternative fuels, supported by investigations using DEM simulations, image analysis and practical conveying tests.
The resulting findings were incorporated into the development of the FlexoLIFT bucket elevator and form the basis for numerous applications in the cement, energy and recycling industries.
Further information about the bucket elevator can be found on our product page.
Further details in the technical article
The full technical article was published in Global Cement Magazine and is available here as a PDF download.
