Process Technology of Cement Production (Online Course)
This online course consists of two modules: "Grinding Technology and Raw Material Preparation" (Module 1) as well as "Clinker Production and Material Technology" (Module 2). Each module has a duration of one week. The course gives a deep insight into cement production technology, covering topics from quarry operation to cement grinding.
There are still places available.
There are still places available.
Duration, Dates and Costs
Online course
Modules 1 & 2
20 – 29 April 2021
Registration until 30 March 2021
3,900 € per participant
The modules can be booked individually.
Module 1 (Grinding Technology and Raw Material Preparation)
20 – 23 April 2021
Module 2 (Clinker Production and Material Technology)
26 – 29 April 2021
Morning sessions from 08:30 till 12:00 (CET)
Price for module 1: 2,000 € per participant
Price for module 2: 2,000 € per participant
3,900 € per participant for modules 1 & 2
Learning objectives
Module 1 (Grinding Technology and Raw Material Preparation)
Raw material preparation and cement grinding are the first and the last major process steps during cement production. The energy demand of these two processes amounts to up to 75 % of the electrical energy used in a cement plant. This training will enable participants to obtain a better understanding of the comminution processes and the equipment used for material grinding to ensure high levels of availability optimise production rates and reduce energy consumption.
Module 2 (Clinker Production and Material Technology)
Clinker production is the most energy-intensive process step in cement manufacturing. It can represent up to 90% of the total energy demand in a cement plant and is therefore a main focus not only with regard to cost optimisation and quality improvement of the final product, but also regarding emission control and the reduction of impacts on the environment. VDZ’s training will enable participants to obtain a deeper knowledge of the clinker production process and a better understanding of the impacts of daily decisions of plant personnel on the plant’s performance (quali-ty, electrical energy use, fuel consumption and emissions).
Target groups
Module 1:
- Production personnel
- Process and control room operators
- Young engineers
Module 2:
- Young engineers
- Production personnel
- Technical staff
- Process engineers
- Quality and laboratory managers
Topics
Module 1: Grinding Technology and Raw Material Preparation
Grinding technology
- Ball mills
- Vertical roller mills (VRMs)
- High pressure roller mills
- Classifiers / tromp curve
- Open and closed circuit grinding
- Impact of grinding systems on cement properties
- Optimisation of grinding equipment
Raw materials extraction
- Mining operations
- Quality control in the quarry
- Raw material homogenisation
Quality parameters
- Understanding powder characteristics
- Particle size analysis
- Specific surface according to Blaine / BET - method
Module 2: Clinker Production and Material Technology
Material technology
- Characterisation of raw materials
- Clinker formation and clinker phases
- Clinker properties and effects on product qualities
Clinker production and burning technology
- Preheater, calciner, rotary kiln, burner, cooler
- Alternative fuels and effects on burning process
- Circulation phenomena (chlorine, sulphur, alkalis, etc.)
- Energy efficiency
Environment and emissions abatement (dust, NOx, SO2, organics, trace elements,...)
- Emission monitoring
- Emission abatement techniques
Methods
- Presentations
- Team work, group discussion and experience exchange
- Practical exercises
Trainer
The training courses are led by experienced engineers and highly specialised researchers.
Certificate
The participants will receive a certificate of attendance.
Location
Online