Title :
PLC based optimization of finish mills
Author :
Drzymala, Steven
Author_Institution :
Roanoke Cement, USA
Abstract :
This paper examines the evolution of cement finish mill optimization and control logic at Roanoke Cement. The intention is to review lessons learned, and stimulate further discussion and research into finish mill control that will benefit the cement industry.
Keywords :
cements (building materials); finishing; milling; optimisation; programmable controllers; PLC; Roanoke cement; cement finish mill optimization; cement industry; control logic; finish mill control; finish mills; optimization; Equations; Feeds; History; Mathematical model; Particle separators; Shock absorbers; Vents;
Conference_Titel :
Cement Industry Technical Conference, 2011 IEEE-IAS/PCA 53rd
Conference_Location :
St. Louis, MO
Print_ISBN :
978-1-4244-9466-8
DOI :
10.1109/CITCON.2011.5934542