Vacuum-Pressure Transfer Systems

Vacuum Pressure Transfer

Vacuum-Pressure Transfer System

For certain applications, UCC recommends a “combination” pressure / vacuum transfer systems. These systems combine the simplicity and lower headroom requirements of a vacuum system under the hoppers with the high capacity and long distance conveying capability of a positive pressure system.

In a combination system, a short vacuum transfer system conveys ash from the hoppers to a transfer bin. A longer pressure system conveys ash from the transfer bin to a remote storage bin for disposal.

Transfer System Performance Specs

Possible Combination NUVEYOR Vacuum transfer System and NUVA FEEDER Pressure System:

NUVEYOR Vacuum System:

  • Ability to stop and restart due to low ash-to-air ratios
  • Low headroom requirements below the fly ash collection hoppers
  • Capable of handling a wide range of ash types
  • Full load/no load control allow system to achieve rated capacity more efficiently
  • Wear sections follow each change in pipeline direction
  • Low maintenance at precipitator and economizer areas
  • Single pneumatic valve under each hopper
  • Single air intake per row
  • One I/O per hopper valve
  • No plugging
  • Proven temperature tolerant design for large particle economizer ash
  • Max Distance: 1,500 ft (4,500 m)
  • Maximum Capacity: 80 TPH
  • Mass Ratio ash : air: 5-22
  • Air Velocity: 3,000 – 5,200 ft/min (16-27 m/sec)
  • Maximum Conveyor Line Pressure: 20 in Hg (530 mm Hg)
  • Maximum Prime Over Pressure:22 in Hg (560 mm Hg)

 

NUVA FEEDER Dilute Phase Pressure System:

  • Dilute to medium phase conveying
  • Long distance conveying without the need for a transfer vessel
  • Capable of high capacity conveying
  • Control system keeps the conveying line filled for longer periods, resulting in high conveying efficiency and lower operating costs
  • Low sensitivity to ash characteristics; capable of conveying larger and more dense particles
  • Proven ability to handle economizer ash
  • Ability to stop and restart system operation without plugging due to moderate ash-to-air ratios
  • Full load control prevents line plugging
  • The use of a bin vent filter reduces maintenance on silo roof
  • Highly stable condition with no pressure surges
  • Ideal for high altitude applications where vacuum transfer systems are not effective
  • Max Distance: 8,000 ft (2,400 m)
  • Maximum Capacity: 175 TPH
  • Mass Ratio ash : air: 5-22
  • Air Velocity: 2,400 – 4,800 ft/min (12-25 m/sec)
  • Maximum Conveyor Line Pressure:40 psi (275 kPa)
  • Maximum Prime Over Pressure:45 psi (300 kPa)
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