Revolutionizing Mill Performance: EnFloTech’s Breakthrough in Split Loading Frame Technology

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Figure 1. Loading frame excessive wear

EnFloTech continues to set the benchmark for innovation and excellence in the field of coal milling plant expertise. Our latest milestone is the successful design and manufacture of a cutting-edge split loading frame, a game-changing solution addressing a critical challenge in mill performance and reliability.

The loading frame is the structural heart of the mill, responsible for transferring hydraulic loading forces into grinding forces essential for effective coal grinding. Premature wear on a component like this, jeopardizing its structural integrity, can be devastating for the mill.

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Figure 2. Designed from first principles and analysed with numerical methods
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Figure 3. Enflotech split loading frame being manufactured

Failure to address this issue carries significant financial and operational consequences. Over the next decade, the cost of equipment replacement will be substantial if the root cause of wear remains unresolved. Beyond direct capital expenditures, the increased risk of unplanned outages and extended mill downtime can severely impact overall plant efficiency, leading to higher maintenance costs and reduced operational reliability.

Traditionally, the replacement of a mill’s loading frame (because it is a solid A-frame) is a complex and time-consuming process, often taking up to four months. Recognizing this challenge, EnFloTech developed an innovative split loading frame design (installable through maintenance doors), drastically reducing replacement time from four months to just 21 days. This breakthrough is now being deployed in the power generation sector, with EnFloTech currently manufacturing two split loading frames for installation.

The definitive solution to this challenge lies in the EnFloTech V5 Vane Wheel, which directly addresses the root cause of excessive wear. By implementing this advanced technology alongside the split loading frame, we are delivering unparalleled performance, longevity, and cost efficiency to South Africa’s power generation sector.

Our dedication to innovation and engineering excellence drives us to develop solutions that redefine industry standards. This latest achievement underscores our unwavering commitment to supporting the power generation industry with innovative, sustainable, and cost-effective solutions.

Stay tuned for further updates as we continue to lead the way in advanced coal milling solutions.

Contact details:

EnFloTech (Pty) Ltd

Tel: +27 13 690 2966

Email: info@enflotech.com

Website: www.enflotech.com

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