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Industrial Audits: Enablers of precision in modern manufacturing. On-site audits keep evolving into sophisticated diagnostic tools that map the complex behavior between machinery, processes, and efficiency in industrial operations. Our expert audits utilize advanced techniques such as vibration analysis and thermography to detect micro-inefficiencies that cumulatively impact plant performance. These services help maintain optimal operational conditions and extend equipment life. Digital twins and machine learning algorithms continue to affect predictive maintenance efforts within the audit framework. Highly accurate digital replicas of physical assets, now simulate years of operational wear within minutes, forecasting failure points with precise accuracy, influencing traditional maintenance schedules and moving to a more dynamic, responsive system that adapts to real-time operational data. These audits now incorporate complex material flow analyses, tracing resources from extraction to end-of-life. This wholistic view reveals areas for improvement in supply chains and production processes. The application of CFD (Computational fluid dynamics) and real-time process simulations, make possible to optimize resource allocation and minimize waste, bringing a new era of precision manufacturing that extends beyond traditional environmental considerations. #industrialoptimization #predictiveanalysis #circulareconomy #sustainableindustry

Balancing time, cost, and project scope to better guide our business decisions can influence project implementation delays due to excessive requirements. In response, our "Variant Management" concept, which originated with the Compact Cement Grinding Plant (CCG) and was specifically designed to accelerate cement production start-up for rapid market development and low-risk testing of new markets, has now been replicated for all mill sizes, from the LM 24.2 CS to the LM 72.4 4 CS. Our mission was, and still is, to build efficient plants, both in terms of energy efficiency and effective tendering and project management. With a focus on modular, flexible plant designs, efficient use of resources, and rapid, data-driven project proposals, this approach allows manufacturers to quickly adapt to the needs of global and regional cement markets. Discover the benefits of our Variant Management system. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/d-kVwZf3 #cementproduction #modulerconcept #industrialinnovation #modularplants #cementplant #compactdesign #innovativeengineering

The evolution of comminution: The flexible role of vertical roller mills in mining. Conventional grinding technologies have long served as the basis of the cement, steel, power and minerals industries, offering proven reliability but limited process flexibility and efficiency optimization. In recent decades, VRM technology has represented a move to more efficient and sustainable practices in these sectors. The implementation of vertical roller mills has resulted in significant operating cost savings, primarily through reduced consumption of energy, water and grinding media. This technology also offers advanced process flexibility, improved product quality, simplified process steps, and advanced on-line process control. With high reliability and ease of maintenance, they represent a significant advance over traditional grinding methods. In terms of environmental impact, particularly in the iron ore industry where dry processing has gained traction, the dry grinding process enabled by these mills allows pre-separation of coarse iron ore fractions, significantly reducing water consumption and improving energy efficiency. With continued improvements in fine dry magnetic separation technologies, there's a clear path to fully dry processing a greater percentage of iron ore, leading to even better sustainability outcomes. #sustainability #ironore #mining #verticalrollermill #energyefficiency #processing #waterconservation #renewableenergy

"In the context of GREENKEY SOLUTIONS, LOESCHE provides a solution to fully recycle crushed concrete on an industrial scale to make it available for cement production." The S/Crete technology for concrete recycling, demonstrates that full-scale industrial recycling is not only possible but also highly efficient. This patented process, made possible through selective grinding in LOESCHE vertical roller mills, provides a water-free, low-energy solution with a minimal carbon footprint. The versatility of S/Crete allows it to be scaled to various sizes, including mobile plants, and is applicable to all concrete types. The resulting materials have diverse applications, potentially reducing CO₂ emissions beyond their use as aggregates in fresh concrete. Article by Dr. Martin Reformat & André Trümer published in the September 2024 issue of Global Cement Magazine. www.globalcement.com #GlobalCementMagazine #newarticle #concreterecycling #scretetechnology #greenkeysolutions

A Tale of Tons: Breaking the 500-Hour Barrier. In 1989, the cement and mineral processing industries took a giant leap forward when the first Loesche vertical roller mill achieved a throughput of nearly 500 tons per hour. The LM 50.4 mill, with a capacity of 490 tph, marked a turning point in industrial grinding efficiency, far exceeding the 300 tph standard of the time. This milestone was the culmination of years of incremental progress, representing a significant increase in grinding capacity and setting a new standard for the industry. When the LM 50.4 finally demonstrated its capabilities, it opened up new possibilities for cement plant operations. Production rates that had once seemed out of reach became attainable, promising increased output and improved cost efficiency that had a ripple effect throughout the industry. Looking back from today's perspective, where mills routinely process in excess of 1,000 tph, it's interesting to consider the significance of this breakthrough in the late 1980s that transformed modern high-capacity milling. This chapter in milling history reminds us that in specialized industries, even modest increases in capacity can lead to major advances. The 500 tph milestone may not have made global headlines, but in the world of cement and minerals processing, it was a landmark event. #millinginnovation #industrymilestones #cementtechnology #engineeringadvancement

In a space where raw materials meet the latest technology, the future of industrial grinding is constantly being redefined. Our innovation hub, the Technikum, houses the tools and expertise to turn theoretical concepts into real-world applications. Here, where pilot-scale equipment simulates field conditions, engineers test the possibilities beyond grinding efficiency. Mobile testing capabilities extend this forward thinking spirit globally, bringing advanced analysis directly to the plant floor. A devoted team of specialists works together every day to turn data into understanding and challenges into solutions. Their work not only responds to current market trends, but also anticipates future needs, keeping the wheel of grinding technology evolution turning. This cooperation between minds and machines solves problems, but also changes the industrial grinding scenario, setting new standards for efficiency and sustainability in material processing. #industrialinnovation #grindingtechnology #materialscience #engineeringexcellence

#WastetoFuel | From environmental challenge to energy opportunity. Global waste generation continues to rise, with annual municipal solid waste generation projected to reach 3.4 billion tons by 2050. Loesche Energy Systems (LES) is responding with innovative waste conditioning technology that effectively converts municipal solid waste into valuable resources. Here is how our Waste to Fuel concept works. The process begins with size reduction, where waste is shredded to optimize handling and sorting efficiency. Advanced material handling systems, including belt and drag chain conveyors, manage multiple waste types while maintaining ATEX ratings for high caloric materials. After initial processing, waste passes through a sophisticated sorting stage using vibrating screens, wind sifters and eddy current separators. This separates the desired materials for further processing and recovers recyclable metals. The uniqueness of this technology lies in its processing capabilities, in particular the Rocket Mill, where rotating chains create a high surface area fluff that achieves a size reduction from 250 mm to 15 mm in a single step, while reducing moisture content by up to 10%. The final stages of this waste conditioning process include drying, pelletizing or gasification, depending on the desired end product. These steps convert the processed waste into fuel pellets or syngas, providing versatile energy solutions. Circular economy principles and the growing demand for waste-to-energy are rethinking global resource management. Innovative waste conditioning technologies are no longer a distant concept; they're actively driving sustainable energy production and resource efficiency across industrial markets. 🔗 www.loescheenergy.com Loesche Energy Systems Limited A TEC Group #wastemanagement #circulareconomy #renewableenergy #sustainabletechnology

#SustainabilitySunday | GREENKEY Solutions' S/CRETE The use of industrial residues in cement production has expanded from traditional materials such as slag and fly ash in recent years. Advanced separation technologies now bring targeted recovery of cement stone from demolition waste to serve as a low CO2 supplementary cementitious material (SCM). The patented S/CRETE technology efficiently separates waste concrete into its original constituents using low-pressure vertical roller mills. The extracted cement stone can reduce the clinker factor in new mixes by up to 30%, significantly lowering the carbon footprint of concrete while maintaining its structural integrity. This closed-loop approach is bringing with it potential new practices for the construction industry. One significant development is the emergence of "design for deconstruction" principles, where buildings are conceptualized and constructed with future material recovery in mind. Additionally, the high-purity cement stone extracted through this process opens up new possibilities in concrete applications. Its controlled particle size distribution makes it particularly valuable for specialized concrete structures, potentially enhancing performance in areas such as durability, strength, and even specific architectural finishes. This not only maximizes the value of recovered materials but also expands the range of sustainable options available to architects and engineers in the construction industry. #greenkeysolutions #circulareconomy #sustainableconstruction #concreterecycling #lowcarboninnovation

The on-site hardfacing of our vertical roller mill components at MEDCEM's Silifke Plant illustrates the evolution of grinding technology design with advanced maintenance and sustainability in mind. Our mill design philosophy integrates maintenance considerations from the outset, simplifying efficient on-site maintenance such as precision hardfacing of high-stress areas. This approach is more sustainable than frequent parts replacement, reducing material usage and waste. By designing mills with accessible, serviceable wear zones, we enable operators to maximize uptime, maintain optimal grinding efficiency, and improve the overall viability of their operations throughout the lifecycle of the equipment. #integrateddesign #sustainablemaintenance #millengineering #grindingefficiency