Modular Lime Slaking Systems
Westpro Machinery Inc. offers a comprehensive design of lime slaking and mixing systems. Our complete package is a collaborative effort based on the data and specifications provided by our clients in conjunction with the years of experience of our Process and Design Engineers. Westpro has Quality Assurance systems encompassing all phases of design, development, engineering, production, installation, commissioning, and servicing.
Fully customizable based on equipment supply, layout, and site conditions, Westpro’s Lime Slaking Systems offer an optimized, turnkey slaking solution for your project.
BENEFITS
- On-demand system
- Quick turn around
- Shippable worldwide
- Supplied complete with pumps, piping, and instrumentation
- Proven safety and efficiency
- Dust controlled bag breaking enclosure
- Wide range of capacities up to 150 metric tonnes per hour.
- PLC-controlled automated process.
- Complete turnkey system
- Modular design and construction
CAPACITIES UP TO 150 TONS PER HOUR
PLC CONTROLLED AUTOMATED PROCESS
COMPLETE TURNKEY SYSTEM
Lime Slaking Systems Applications
Environmental
- Freshwater and Wastewater treatment
- Sewage Treatment
- Mining and Mineral Processing
- Dewatering of mineral concentrate slurries.
- Froth flotation of valuable minerals as a depressant and pH modifier
- Acid Mine Drainage Treatment
- Tailings Handling and Neutralization
- Cyanide lixiviants pH control in mineral leaching processes
- Fines agglomeration promoter in acid effluent and spent heaps treatment.
- Industrial
- Paper Manufacturing
- Sugar processing
- Plastics manufacturing
Lime Slaking System: Silo with 240 metric
tonnes storage capacity
Click the gold circles below for an in-depth look at some of our key features!
Material Feed Control
Reliable and accurate Material Feed Control insensitive to fluctuations in feed size and quality to ensure smooth process flow.
Self-Cleaning Wetting Cone
Westpro's proprietary Self-Cleaning Wetting Cone provides precise hydration to incoming feed for on-going operation with minimal maintenance and downtime.
Custom-Fitted Liners
Abrasion, chemical, and thermal Custom-Fitted Liners for increased longevity and consistent operation.
Multi-Stage Scrubber
This industry-leading Multi-Stage Scrubber is specially designed to provide hyper-effective steam control for your lime slaking solution, ensuring a safe operating environment and continued process flow.
Duel Transfer Pumps
Optional:
- Available as an add-on, the Duel Transfer Pumps enhance operational efficiency by equipping the system with a stand-by functionality.
Vibrating Screen
Westpro's Lime Slaking Systems feature a Vibrating Screen with your choice of a self-cleaning inclined screw or self-dumping bin for effective grit removal.
External Layout
The purpose-built External Layout is a staple across Westpro's line of Lime Slaking Systems (except the Vertical Mill Slaker). This feature ensure proper heat dissipation for safe and controlled operation and ease of equipment access for maintenance and minimized downtime.
Fully Automated System
Key Feature:
- Automatic start-up and shut-down
- Ability to operate as batch or continuous system
- High temperature control system - further ensuring safe operation
- Utilizes operational data to maximize process efficiency and reduce the need for maintenance
The Result: Milk of Lime
Produces the highest quality Milk of Lime.
Modular Lime Slaking System
Tailored Lime Slaking Solutions for Your Unique Needs
At Westpro, we recognize that every client has specific requirements. That’s why we’ve designed a Modular Lime Slaking System that empowers you to customize your lime slaking process based on your unique needs.
tonnes storage capacity
Leading-Edge Technology
I. Feed Handling Module
Silo
- It can be welded or bolted with safety as the primary criteria.
- Engineered for quicklime or hydrated lime.
- Designed for operator-friendly lime transfer from delivery transport.
- The integral dust scrubber system defines Westpro’s commitment to environmental protection.
- Capacities can be tailor-made for each site-specific application.
BENEFITS
- Allows flexibility in inventory capabilities.
- Requires less ground space.
- Pneumatic transfer offers convenient and hassle-free handling.
- Low CAPEX cost.
Bag Breaker
- Highly efficient bulk bag handling technology.
- Engineered with an integral and safe hoisting mechanism.
- Designed with Westpro’s environmental commitment to dust handling in mind.
- Suitable for space-limited applications.
BENEFITS
- Eliminates manual bag opening and handling operations.
- Suited for the safe unloading and handling of lime in bulk bags.
- Environmentally friendly with an integral dust handling system.
- It can be fitted even in the most demanding space in the plant.
II. Modular Slaker Module
Detention Slaker
Westpro’s Detention Slakers have been engineered to handle pebble as well as fine lime. Our PLC based control system provides a safe and trouble free operation while functioning at peak productivity.
BENEFITS
- • High reactivity product
- • Available in standard sizes up to 150 metric tonnes per hour.
- • Vibrating screen provides separation of reaming grit and impurities
- • Integral control system monitor and automatically adjusts operation parameters for maximum safety and productivity
- • Low initial capital investment
Ball Mill Slaker
Westpro’s Ball Mill lime slaking design provides excellent slaking of lime while discharging no grit. Our system ensures the finest particle size by recycling coarse particles for further grinding.
BENEFITS
- Safe, simple, and operations- and maintenance-friendly operation
- The integral control system monitors and automatically adjusts operation parameters for maximum safety and productivity.
- Ensures optimum lime reactivity
- No practical upper limit for capacity
- Grit-free discharge, eliminating additional material handling
- Recycles coarse particles to the mill for further grinding
- Designed as a free-standing unit not requiring a foundation
- Operates either with fresh or reclaimed process water.
- Useful for water high in sulfates or sulfites
Vertical Mill Slaker
No matter the quality of lime or water, Westpro’s Vertical Mill Slaker provides excellent slaking of lime. Additionally, our Vertical Mill’s high efficiency will ensure the complete use of the quicklime regardless of the water or lime quality, resulting in a more cost-effective solution – ultimately saving money for the user.
BENEFITS
- Energy efficient
- Small environmental footprint
- High Capacity
- Can accept high sulfite/sulfate water
- Can accept low-quality lime
- Recycles coarse particles to the mill for further grinding
- Eliminates the need for grit disposal
- Fully automated system
- Excellent process control with temperature transmitter in slaking zone
- No exposed moving parts, making operation safer
III. Milk of Lime Storage
Westpro’s lime storage tanks are engineered with the customer’s safety, operational productivity, and flexibility as the overriding premise.
BENEFITS
- It can be sized according to the site-specific requirement.
- Engineered for easy hook-up of dosing and recirculation lines.
- Rigid construction.
- Designed for ease of maintenance and clean up.
- Comes with automatic level systems for operations-friendly monitoring and control.
DURABLE DESIGN PROVIDES OVER 20 YEARS OF OPERATIONAL USE
Lime Mixing System
Westpro also designs and supplies hydrated lime mixing systems suited to every client’s specific needs.
BENEFITS
- Fully automated.
- Wide range of capacities.
- Engineered for safety, operability, and productivity.
- Fully-contained system mitigating the risks of environmental spills.
- Comes with automatic level systems for operations-friendly monitoring and control.
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