Fused cast basalt

Cast basalt is an effective lining material due to its unique properties:

• High wear resistance: It has excellent resistance to abrasive wear, significantly extending the service life of equipment.
• Chemical resistance: Cast basalt is resistant to most acids and alkalis, making it ideal for use in aggressive environments.
• Heat resistance: It can withstand high temperatures without losing its properties.
• Low water absorption: This property prevents corrosion and improves durability.

Main advantages of the cast basalt lining:

• Durability: Significantly extends the service life of equipment.
• Cost-effectiveness: Reduces repair and replacement costs.
• Versatility: Suitable for use in various aggressive environments.
• Ease of installation: Relatively easy to install compared to other materials.

Cast basalt lining is effectively used in various industries, including the metallurgical industry, mining industry, cement industry, and coal industry (coal-fired power plants and coal preparation plants).

Usage of cast basalt lining in the mining industry

Main types of wear in the mining industry:

1. Abrasive wear: Caused by the friction of rocks, ores, and other hard materials against the surface of the equipment.
2. Erosive wear: Caused by the flow of particles, which erodes the surface of the equipment.
3. Corrosive wear: Chemical effects of aggressive environments (acids, alkalis) leading to the destruction of equipment material.
4. Impact wear: Occurs when large chunks of ore or stones fall onto the surface of the equipment.

Technological equipment protected by cast basalt lining:

1. Conveyor systems: Used for transporting rocks and ores. The lining prevents wear and extends the life of conveyors.
2. Pipes, chutes, and troughs: Used for transporting bulk materials and liquids. Cast basalt protects the inner surface from abrasive and corrosive effects.
3. Bunkers and silos: Store and dispense materials. The lining reduces wear on the walls and bottom, improving material flow.
4. Mills and crushers: Used for crushing ores. Cast basalt protects the inner surfaces from intense wear.
5. Channels and flumes: For transporting slurry and other materials. The lining prevents abrasive and chemical wear.

Key areas in the mining industry where cast basalt lining is effectively used:

1. Crushing plants: Protection of the internal surfaces of crushers and mills.
2. Transport systems: Conveyors, pipes, and chutes for transporting ores and other materials.
3. Scrubbers and thickeners: Equipment for cleaning and thickening ores and waste.
4. Dumps and storage facilities: Bunkers and silos for storing bulk materials.
5. Flotation plants: Equipment for mineral separation, where lining protects against chemical effects.

Usage of cast basalt lining in the cement industry

Main types of wear in the cement industry:

1. Abrasive wear: Caused by the friction of cement materials and clinker against the surface of the equipment.
2. Erosive wear: Caused by the flow of particles, which erodes the surface of the equipment.
3. Corrosive wear: Chemical effects of cement components and additives leading to the destruction of equipment material.
4. Thermal wear: High temperatures in firing and cooling processes can cause thermal destruction of equipment.

Technological equipment protected by cast basalt lining:

1. Pipelines and air ducts: Used for transporting cement materials and dust. Cast basalt protects the inner surfaces from abrasive wear.
2. Mills: Used for grinding raw materials and clinker. The lining protects against intense abrasive effects.
3. Cyclones and separators: Equipment for separating particles by size and density. Cast basalt increases the lifespan of internal components.
4. Bunkers and silos: For storing and dispensing cement materials. The lining reduces wear on the walls and bottom.
5. Conveyors and troughs: Transport raw materials and finished products. Cast basalt provides protection against abrasive effects.

Key areas in the cement industry for the effective use of cast basalt lining:

1. Grinding plants: Mills and crushers, where intensive grinding of raw materials and clinker occurs.
2. Transport systems: Conveyors, pipes, and troughs used for moving cement materials at different stages of production.
3. Dust collection systems: Cyclones, separators, and filters, where intensive movement of abrasive particles occurs.
4. Storage facilities: Bunkers and silos for storing cement materials, which are subject to abrasive wear and erosion.
5. Furnaces and heat exchangers: Equipment exposed to thermal and abrasive wear, where cast basalt provides additional protection.

Cast basalt lining is an effective solution for protecting equipment in the cement industry due to its high wear resistance and durability. It is particularly useful in areas with intense abrasive impacts and high temperatures.