Like any routine maintenance, inspecting, removing and replacing refractory in pre-calciners, cyclones, lime kilns, ISAMELT furnaces and other vertical vessels comes with a hefty price tag. Traditional scaffolding is often found to be the culprit for increased downtime and lost productivity in these situations.
Custom-manufactured suspended platforms can help reclaim maintenance efficiency. These lightweight, heavy-duty metal platforms are erected inside the vessel and raised or lowered using manual or electric hoists for hassle-free maintenance and relining applications. They also provide a number of productivity and safety benefits throughout the maintenance process. Here’s how.