Glass manufacturers constantly confront the challenge of maintaining a cost-effective operation in the face of tightening environmental regulations. Converting glass melters to 100% oxy-fuel firing is becoming a popular alternative to deal with this problem and minimize future restrictions placed on their operation. This paper reviews the results from several recent oxy-fuel melter conversions and field trials.
Origin
Praxair Inc, Usa
Journal Title
Ceram Eng Sci Proc 15 2 1994 175-185
Sector
General
Class
G 1167