Coal industry
Time:2022-05-17
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Coal is a naturally occurring sedimentary rock that contains a range of different minerals, including magnetic materials such as iron pyrite.
In the coal plant industry, magnet separation is used for the removal of ferrous materials from coal. Ferrous materials can be introduced into coal during mining, transport, and processing. These materials can include metal fragments, bolts, nuts, and other metal fasteners that can cause damage to equipment and affect the quality of the finished coal product.
Magnetic separation is an effective way to remove these ferrous materials from coal. The process involves passing the coal through a magnetic field, where the magnetic particles are attracted to the magnet and are separated from the coal.
Magnetic separation is a crucial step in coal processing, as it helps to improve the quality of the coal and reduce the environmental impact of coal combustion. By removing magnetic materials, the amount of ash and other impurities produced during combustion is reduced, leading to improved air quality and lower greenhouse gas emissions.
Magnetic separation is commonly used in the coal plant industry for applications such as:
Coal mining: Magnetic separation is used to remove metal fragments from the mined coal before it is transported for processing.
Coal processing: Magnetic separation is used to remove metal fasteners and other ferrous materials from coal before it is processed into finished coal products such as briquettes, pellets, or coal powder.
Coal waste recycling: Magnetic separation is used to remove metal contaminants from coal waste such as ash and slag before it is disposed of or recycled.
Magnetic separation helps to ensure the quality and safety of coal products by removing metal contaminants that can cause damage to equipment, affect the quality of the finished product, and pose safety risks to workers. It also helps to improve the efficiency of coal mining and processing by reducing downtime and maintenance costs associated with equipment damage caused by metal contaminants.

Electronic conveyor belt scale
The following equipment is widely used in this industry:
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Electronic conveyor belt scale