Since the introduction of the Ko-Kneader in the 1950's, B&P has
supplied fully automated systems - including coke pre-heaters, carbon paste mixers, and
paste cooler systems. These systems operate worldwide, producing quality Soderberg or
pre-bake carbon paste in Europe, the Middle East, Australia, North America and China.
B&P Carbon Paste
Kneader Advantages |
| Design Improvements |
Advantages |
Benefits |
| Main AC Drive Motor Frequency Controlled for Variable
Speed |
Maintenance free. No brushes and commutator to
maintain. No air-cooling system required. No tachometer / encoder required for speed
readout. More rugged construction. |
Reduce maintenance cost, operation cost and process
downtime. |
| Segmented Kneading Screw Elements and Kneading Teeth
Made From High Wear Resistance Precision Castings |
Eliminates the screw center support bearing and its
stand. Improves shaft alignment. Support bearing is now incorporated into the output shaft
of the gearbox. Higher shaft strength. |
Reduces maintenance cost and process downtime. Reduces
cost of capital investment. Maintains coke particle size distribution and uniformed mixing
quality for optimum efficiency. Increases anode quality and reduces production cost. |
| Segmented High Wear Resistance Chamber Liners |
5-6 barrel chamber liner sections. Easy replacement |
Reduces maintenance cost and downtime. |
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B&P's continued developments over the years have helped premium aluminum smelters
worldwide stay competitive in a changing marketplace. At B&P, the belief that quality
stands as the cornerstone of our business remains constant. Our staff is ready to assist
you in your quest to obtain the most modern and reliable equipment available to meet the
production needs of the future.
B&P’ Continuous Kneader’s productivity is enhanced by its reliability and
operational ease. The kneaders just keep on mixing – keeping your supply of carbon
paste and your whole operation up and running. B&P’s CK-Series Continuous
Kneaders commonly operate for 30 or 40 years – continuously and with only minor
maintenance.
A consumption ratio of less than 400 kg of pre-baked carbon anode per metric ton of
aluminum produced is reported by customers using B&P’s 500mm CK-Series Continuous
Kneader. The results, reported for aluminum production in both 220 KA and 350 KA pot
operations, are considered to be among the best ratios ever achieved using a Continuous
Carbon Paste Kneader.
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| CK-SERIES KNEADER – CARBON PASTE |
Model |
Capacity (MT/hr) |
Power (kW)* |
Min |
Max |
Max |
| CK-400-CP |
5 |
15 |
150 |
| CK-500-CP |
15 |
35 |
350 |
| CK-600-CP |
25 |
60 |
600 |
| CK-700-CP |
35 |
75 |
800 |
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* The gearbox is designed for up to 1000 kW
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