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    NAK Construction uses advanced laser-based equipment and computer modeling to perform comprehensive kiln alignments that minimize shell distortion, maximize refractory life, and ensure uniform ovalities and elevation alignment. The alignment procedure involves measuring shell ovalities and tire diameters under operating conditions, adjusting support rollers to reduce flexing, adjusting bearings, inspecting components, and making corrections without kiln shutdowns. NAK's process provides the most accurate kiln alignments in the industry to improve mechanical stability and reduce maintenance costs.

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    NAK Construction uses advanced laser-based equipment and computer modeling to perform comprehensive kiln alignments that minimize shell distortion, maximize refractory life, and ensure uniform ovalities and elevation alignment. The alignment procedure involves measuring shell ovalities and tire diameters under operating conditions, adjusting support rollers to reduce flexing, adjusting bearings, inspecting components, and making corrections without kiln shutdowns. NAK's process provides the most accurate kiln alignments in the industry to improve mechanical stability and reduce maintenance costs.

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    NAK Construction uses advanced laser-based equipment and computer modeling to perform comprehensive kiln alignments that minimize shell distortion, maximize refractory life, and ensure uniform ovalities and elevation alignment. The alignment procedure involves measuring shell ovalities and tire diameters under operating conditions, adjusting support rollers to reduce flexing, adjusting bearings, inspecting components, and making corrections without kiln shutdowns. NAK's process provides the most accurate kiln alignments in the industry to improve mechanical stability and reduce maintenance costs.

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    Hot Kiln Alignment

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    Vicky Kataria
    NAK Construction uses advanced laser-based equipment and computer modeling to perform comprehensive kiln alignments that minimize shell distortion, maximize refractory life, and ensure uniform ovalities and elevation alignment. The alignment procedure involves measuring shell ovalities and tire diameters under operating conditions, adjusting support rollers to reduce flexing, adjusting bearings, inspecting components, and making corrections without kiln shutdowns. NAK's process provides the most accurate kiln alignments in the industry to improve mechanical stability and reduce maintenance costs.

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    KILN ALIGNMENT & INSPECTION • TIRE & ROLLER RESURFACING

    #/.3425#4)/. FULL-SERVICE KILN REPAIR

    Hot Kiln Alignment Technology


    All rotary kilns require yearly kiln alignment and quarterly support roller adjustments. This
    work is done most accurately and cost effectively by NAK construction professionals using
    the most advanced procedures.

    NAK construction uses state-of-the-art, laser-based equipment to measure the hot tire diam-
    eters and locate the tire centers. We then measure and record the shell flexing (shell ovality)
    at each pier and adjust the support rollers to minimize shell distortion that occurs during kiln
    rotation.

    Shell flexing or distortion on a straight kiln is measurably higher near the burning zone than
    at the cold end. Refractory life can be maximized by lowering the shell shear load
    at piers with high shell ovality and increasing it at the other piers, assuring uniform and
    minimum shell flexing over the length of the kiln. A properly aligned kiln will have
    elevation misalignment consistent with uniform ovalities.

    NAK construction uses laser theodolites to locate tire centers. All alignment calculations are computer
    generated. We utilize hydraulic wrenches for fast and accurate bearing adjustments.
    With NAK performing all support roller bearing adjustments, the plant is spared this labor-intensive
    activity as well as the risks associated with large bearing adjustments.

    NAK Hot Kiln Alignment procedures provide the most


    comprehensive and accurate kiln alignment in the industry.
    Measure Shell Ovalities Measure Tire Clearances
    Adjust Roller Thrust Loads Check Tire Pads and Retainers
    Correct Kiln Axis Alignment Inspect Drive Alignment
    Measure Shell Runout Thorough Visual Inspection
    Measure Roller Shaft Deflection All Bearing Adjustments Included
    The NAK Alignment Procedure
    The alignment procedure used by NAK Construction consists of six steps:
    1) With the kiln in normal operation, the tire centers are located and placed in a straight line
    using the most technologically advanced electronic equipment.
    2) Ovality is then measured at each pier under normal operating conditions. Roller adjust-
    ments are made until the ovality is uniform and minimum over the length of the kiln.
    3) Roller bearings are adjusted for minimal thrust load. This assures very low thrust roller
    loads and low bearing temperatures.
    4) Shell runout measurements are taken as necessary to determine if “dogleg” conditions
    threaten kiln mechanical stability.
    5) A kiln alignment is not complete without considering the effect of roller slopes on kiln
    operation. Roller slope changes are necessary to assure minimum tire pad wear and stop
    block pressure.
    6) A thorough visual inspection of all kiln components is conducted.
    All of these procedures are performed with the kiln in operation and no kiln shutdowns are
    necessary. This is absolutely essential because a cold kiln that is straight has a measurable
    misalignment at operating temperatures.

    Theodolite
    position 1

    LINE 4
    LI

    NE 3
    N
    1

    LI
    E
    LINE

    TIRE THREE
    5

    TIRE FOUR
    TIRE TWO
    TIRE ONE

    LINE 8 LINE 7
    Theodolite LINE 6
    position 2

    NAK CONSTRUCTION
    P.O. Box 1329 • Buford, Georgia 30515
    phone (770) 831-8229 • (800) 331-KILN • fax (770) 831-3357
    www.NAK-KILN.com

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