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KilnMax™

KilnMax is a unique automation system that optimizes kiln operation to improve lime quality and production. Install KilnMax and receive full system payback in under one year. With KilnMax, you will:

  • Increase lime production by 10% to 25% (older kilns may require instrument upgrades)
  • Improve lime quality by 30% to 50%
  • Reduce fuel consumption by 5% to 15%
  • Standardize operations
  • Experience faster start-ups
  • Obtain better SOx and NOx control
  • Increase refractory life
  • Reduce ash ring formation

Reduced costs and increased sales translate to an increase in profits. Only KilnMax Universal Automation System allows you to accomplish both simultaneously

Universal Dynamics' extensive experience with lime kilns has shown us why manual operation of a lime kiln is difficult:

  • Process measurements are tricky
  • Loop controllers running in manual
  • Long process delay times
  • Variable product feed characteristics
  • Non-linear combustion and calcination

The Foundation for Success

The success of KilnMax starts by building a strong foundation. We begin with strong field instrumentation and control system bases. Next, we optimize kiln performance using the BrainWave® adaptive model-based controller and our Expert Systems technology.

Over 25 years of experience in lime kiln control plus the know-how to apply the latest in control and computer technology makes a powerful combination that produces measurable improvements every time.

What our customers say:

"Controlling a kiln used to be difficult. As a result of Universal Dynamics' research and innovation, we have a much greater degree of control and our kiln performance allows us to deliver product, meeting ever-higher quality standards. Universal Dynamics has just completed our 14th preheater kiln."
Jack Jordon, Continental Lime

Related Literature  

Articles/Papers

  • KilnMax™ brochure   (PDF)
  • KilnMax™ Pulp Mill Lime Kiln Optimization (PDF)
  • KilnMax™ Coke Calciner Optimization (PDF)
  • Impact of Expert Systems in the Operation of a Lime Kiln  (HTML)  (PDF)

Sample Projects

There are more than a dozen KilnMax rotary kiln optimization systems in service in the lime industry alone. Some of our lime industry customers include:

  • Continental Lime Inc.
  • Carmeuse Pennsylvania, Inc.
  • Chemical Lime