Mingxing Wang , Qinglong Fan , Zhe Bai , Shuai Yuan , Yanjun Li , Yuexin Han
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Semi-industrial experiment on efficient preparation of nickel-iron alloy from laterite nickel ore: a suspension roasting pre-reduction electric furnace melting (SRPEF) process
Background
The rotary kiln-electric furnace (RKEF) smelting process is the primary method for producing ferronickel from laterite nickel ore. However, the temperature of the pre-reduced product is relatively low, and the degree of reduction is insufficient.
Method
This study proposes an innovative suspension roasting pre-reduction electric furnace smelting (SRPEF) process and conducts semi-industrial trials using laterite nickel ore.
Significant findings
The results indicate that under a pre-reduction temperature of 850 °C, a fluidizing air volume of 13 m3/h, a coal blending ratio of 14 %, and a feed rate of 80 kg/h, the roasted material achieved a ferronickel alloy with a nickel grade of 14.28 % and an iron grade of 79.89 % after entering the electric furnace. The pre-reduction products exhibited a high degree of reduction, with some metallization, which helps shorten the reduction time in the electric furnace. The equipment maintained continuous and stable operation for 48 h. Product analysis revealed the phase transformations and migration behavior of nickel and iron elements during the SRPEF process, offering a novel and efficient approach for utilizing laterite nickel ore.
期刊介绍:
Journal of the Taiwan Institute of Chemical Engineers (formerly known as Journal of the Chinese Institute of Chemical Engineers) publishes original works, from fundamental principles to practical applications, in the broad field of chemical engineering with special focus on three aspects: Chemical and Biomolecular Science and Technology, Energy and Environmental Science and Technology, and Materials Science and Technology. Authors should choose for their manuscript an appropriate aspect section and a few related classifications when submitting to the journal online.