A recent study has suggested that the way some fungi breaks down and recycles wood does not involve enzymes – the typical accelerators of most chemical reactions. But what does this mean for biomass? A New Method of Deconstructing Woody Biomass Although this unique system of digestion used by some… Read More
After you have purchased an industrial fan for your plant, the next thing you should consider is how to properly install and maintain it so that it functions the way it’s supposed to. If mistakes are made with either of these procedures, the fan may experience failure and your whole… Read More
While it’s true that the twentieth century boasts many integrated pulp and paper mills that are mostly self-sufficient and operating properly, most of the air handling systems on their boilers and kilns are not efficient. This could be due to the fact that they are a part of the original… Read More
Even though you, as a plant operator, understand the importance of proper plant maintenance (and the ramifications of improper maintenance), it’s not something you necessarily enjoy talking about – and most people don’t have a lot of time to think about it, either. With the full schedule you already keep,… Read More
President Trump has recently revealed his $1 trillion plan to address the nation’s infrastructure concerns. Along with Kentucky Gov. Matt Bevin (R) and a duo of lieutenant governors from Ohio, the president detailed his plan to fund repairs and improvements in infrastructure by implementing $200 billion in tax breaks. This,… Read More
President Trump’s budget for 2018 includes dramatic funding cuts of more than 31% for the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). This would mean a 35% cut for the EPA’s operational budget for fiscal year 2018, and it would put a stop to state funding for environmental cleanup and nonpoint source pollution… Read More
When it comes to choosing the right type of expansion joint for your plant, it can be hard to know whether metal or fabric is the best option. The answer really depends on your needs, so let’s take a look at the various situations in which you might opt for… Read More
Generally speaking, fly ash is the ash that has gone through the boiler furnace and steam generating bank sections. It is collected beneath the equipment in downstream hoppers, such as the air heater, economizer, precipitator, dust collector, baghouse, and so forth. Let’s take a closer look at how fly ash… Read More
