Wet Calcium FGD “Hot Topic Hour” On May 14 will focus on issues and options
Power plants in developing countries need to take advantage of the FGD experience in the U.S., Japan, Europe and China. The McIlvaine Power Plant Air Quality Decisions is being provided free of charge to any power plant operator. The comprehensive information on FGD is easily found through decision guides including one on the Dry Scrubbing and another on Wet Calcium FGD. Each decision guide contains a route map and summary along with guide locators. The route map and summary on Wet Calcium FGD will be the focus of the discussion starting at 10 a.m. on the 14th. This initial meeting will be primarily to determine the issues and options. Those who have a vested interest in one option will want to be involved as this process moves forward. One or two power points can be submitted by a participant to cover specific options on any of the following:
The discussion will be a collaborative effort to create a better route map and summary.
Participants will fall into four categories:
- Neutral niche experts who will provide insights on some aspect of the decisions (EPRI, VGB, consultants and utility veterans).
- FGD system suppliers and others who can determine the important classifications, e.g. are spray tower, tray tower and sump scrubber, the three major design options? (We are arbitrarily calling the Chiyoda jet bubbling reactor and the Alstom design sump scrubbers). Andritz has introduced an improved scrubber design. How does this compare to the Riley/Babcock rod deck?
- Component suppliers and system suppliers to provide options for nozzles, mist eliminators, fans, etc. Which oxidation blower design is most energy efficient? What is the best mixing approach? Where are 2205, C276, or ceramic tiles appropriate for vessels and ductwork?
- Reagents and other consumables suppliers including treatment chemicals to enhance removal or prevent scaling.
For the complete Hot Topic schedule and registration information see below. The webinar on May 14 is free to power plant operators and McIlvaine subscribers. There is a charge for others.
