PROBLEM SOLVEDTM PAPAER

PROBLEM

In the bustling Saurashtra Cement Ltd plant in Ranavav, Gujarat, a relentless challenge emerged: chute jams disrupting operations every 3 to 4 hours, requiring arduous manual cleaning. This routine not only erodes operational hours but also incurs unnecessary costs. The dedicated workforce found itself trapped in a cycle of labor-intensive manual cleaning, giving rise to numerous safety risks. The operational team needed a solution to address the continuous chute blockages.

SOLUTION

The team at Saurashtra approached Martin’s expert team, whoi proposed a game-changing solution - an array of 10 Martin® Typhoon Air Cannons, each with a 70-liter capacity. Embracing this innovation, the plant management commissioned Martin to install Martin Typhoons to tackle the chute jamming challenge.

The carefully timed compressed air bursts from these air cannons are designed to prevent material build-up and minimize the need for manual cleaning. This efficiency not only reduced downtime but also resulted in substantial cost savings and, most importantly improved health and safety for the workforce.

RESULT

Implemented over the past year, the game-changing Martin® Air Cannons solution drastically reduced material buildups and blockages at the part of the plant. Manual interventions like poking and hammering are now relics of the past, replaced by the the power of Martin’s innovation. The results exceeded expectations and in a short timespan the innovative Martin® Typhoon Air Cannons were a catalyst for a more efficient, cost-effective, and robust cement production process. Now the plant is seen as a beacon of efficiency and success, proving the transformative impact of the right solution.