Horizontal Kiln

Horizontal Kiln
Product Introduction:
AGICO configures horizontal kiln systems around the feed, thermal duty, residence requirement, gas path, production target, and site conditions.
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Description
Technical Parameters

 

Product Description

 

 

Mechanical construction and principal components of a horizontal rotary kiln

 

A Horizontal Kiln Engineered Around the Process

A horizontal kiln is a continuously rotating thermal-processing unit that moves bulk material through a controlled heating zone. Its cylindrical shell is installed at a slight inclination and supported by tyres and rollers. Rotation lifts and rolls the feed while the inclination advances it toward discharge. AGICO selects the shell diameter, length, speed, refractory arrangement, seals, heating system and auxiliaries from the material, reaction, gas volume, residence requirement and final product-not from nominal capacity alone.

 

 

Product Advantages

 

 

 

Four Engineering Priorities for a Horizontal Kiln

The kiln body, heat source, gas path and material-handling equipment must operate as one coordinated system.

Continuous Material Movement

The inclined rotating shell transports material steadily through the thermal zones. Shell speed and inclination are coordinated with feed behavior and the required residence period.

Effective Heat Transfer

Repeated rolling exposes fresh material surfaces to the heating medium. Direct-fired, counter-current or other arrangements are evaluated for the reaction and product requirements.

Adaptable Process Configuration

Burners, seals, refractory zones, feeding, discharge and exhaust-gas treatment can be matched to the material, operating atmosphere and site utilities.

Serviceable Mechanical Structure

The shell, tyres, support rollers, thrust control, drive and end seals form accessible functional groups for inspection, alignment and planned maintenance.

 

 

Working Process

 

 

Material movement and thermal zones inside a horizontal kiln

From Prepared Feed to Controlled Discharge

 

 

Metered Feeding

Prepared feed enters the elevated end at a controlled rate. Feed composition, particle size, moisture and bulk behavior are confirmed before final sizing.

Rolling and Axial Travel

Shell rotation forms a rolling bed, while the slight inclination moves the material gradually through the kiln.

Controlled Thermal Treatment

Temperature, draft, heating input, feed rate and rotational speed are coordinated within the approved operating window.

Discharge and Gas Handling

Processed material leaves for cooling or downstream conveying, while exhaust gas is routed to the specified heat-recovery or cleaning system.

 

 

Selection Inputs

 

 

Information Required for Kiln Selection

Material chemistry and moisture

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Particle size and bulk behavior

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Target product and reaction

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Required net output and schedule

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Heating source and atmosphere

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Site utilities and emission basis

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Technical Parameters

 

 

Model Dia. Length Capacity Motor
Φ2.5 × 40 2.5 m 40 m 180 t/d 55 kW
Φ2.5 × 50 2.5 m 50 m 200 t/d 55 kW
Φ2.5 × 54 2.5 m 54 m 280 t/d 55 kW

Final parameters are determined according to the customer's material, required capacity, process conditions, customization requirements, and construction or site conditions. Contact our professional team for a project-specific configuration.

 

 

Discuss Your Horizontal Kiln Project

 

 

FAQ

 

 

Is every horizontal kiln a cement kiln?

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No. Horizontal rotary kilns can support different drying, calcination, roasting, or thermal-treatment duties. The lining, heating method, seals, and gas system must match the specific material and reaction.

Can kiln capacity be selected from diameter alone?

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No. Capacity also depends on material properties, gas flow, filling level, residence time, temperature profile, and the performance of upstream and downstream equipment.

How is material residence time adjusted?

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Residence behavior is influenced by shell length, inclination, rotational speed, feed properties, and internal configuration. These variables are evaluated together during process design.

What equipment can be supplied with the kiln?

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The project scope may include feeding, combustion or heating, sealing, cooling, conveying, exhaust-gas treatment, and control equipment. The final scope follows the process and site requirements.

What should be sent with an inquiry?

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Provide feed analysis, particle size, moisture, required capacity, target product, process temperature, energy source, operating hours, project location, and available site layout.

 

 

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