Regenerative Burner System for Aluminum Processing Heat Management
— High Temperature Furnace Combustion Solution
The Regenerative Burner System is a high-temperature industrial combustion solution designed for
aluminum melting furnace applications, including aluminum alloy
melting, adjustment, and holding processes. The system adopts a dual fuel regenerative burner design, recovering exhaust heat through regenerative storage units and
using stored thermal energy for combustion air preheating and
combustion process management.
The system is suitable for aluminum processing plants, aluminum
casting production lines, and non-ferrous metal melting industries.
It integrates regenerative burners, heat storage units, PLC control
system, flame detection devices, and temperature monitoring
components for industrial furnace operation.
System Structure
The system uses two regenerative burners operating alternately.
During operation, one burner performs combustion while the other
burner absorbs high-temperature exhaust heat through the
regenerative storage unit. After switching, the stored thermal
energy is released for combustion air preheating to complete the
heat recovery cycle.
The dual fuel combustion structure supports both natural gas and
heavy oil operation, allowing configuration according to different
industrial energy conditions.
Technical Specifications
Regenerative Burner Parameters
| Item | Specification |
|---|
| Product Name | Regenerative Burner System |
| Furnace Application | 10T Aluminum Melting Furnace |
| Burner Type | Dual Fuel Regenerative Burner |
| Burner Quantity | 2 Sets |
| Maximum Thermal Power | 2000kW |
| Heat Storage Units | 2 Sets |
| Storage Capacity | 0.5T / Unit |
| Heat Storage Material | Φ25/30 High Alumina Balls |
| Alumina Content | ≥75% |
Fuel and Operating Parameters
The regenerative burner system supports both natural gas and heavy
oil operation, providing flexible fuel configuration for aluminum
melting furnace applications.
| Item | Specification |
|---|
| Fuel Type | Natural Gas / Heavy Oil |
| Maximum Natural Gas Flow | 200Nm³/h |
| Maximum Fuel Oil Flow | 200kg/h |
| Melting Rate | ≥3T/h |
| Natural Gas Heating Value | ＞8500kcal/m³ |
| Heavy Oil Heating Value | ＞11000kcal/kg |
| Melting Condition | Aluminum Ingot to 710℃ |
Combustion Control System
The regenerative burner system adopts PLC automatic control for
burner load adjustment, switching operation, temperature
monitoring, and safety protection. Flame detection and temperature
measurement devices are integrated for combustion status
monitoring.
| Item | Specification |
|---|
| PLC Control System | S7-200SMART |
| Air-Fuel Ratio Range | 1.05–1.15 |
| Flame Detection | Ion Flame Detector + UV Detector |
| Temperature Measurement | K-Type Thermocouple |
| Main Exhaust Temperature | ≤250℃ |
Applications
- Aluminum Melting Furnace
- Aluminum Alloy Melting Line
- Aluminum Casting Plant
- Non-Ferrous Metal Furnace Applications
With regenerative heat recovery design, dual fuel capability, and
PLC-based control, this system provides a technical solution for
combustion management and thermal control in high-temperature
industrial furnace applications.
