Computational Fluid Dynamic Modeling of the Liquidation Furnace

Client: MetalEurop
Location: Lille, France

Gas Cleaning Technologies (GCT) was retained to model the freeboard temperature distribution in the proposed MetalEurop liquation furnace using computational fluid dynamics (CFD). The reverberatory-type furnace, fired by natural gas/air, was analyzed to optimize heat distribution, prevent refractory wear, and minimize off-gas volume.

Key Objectives Included:

• Prevent burner flames from contacting furnace roof and walls
• Ensure complete combustion of fuel before contacting charge/bath
• Maintain uniform gas temperature above the bath level
• Optimize burner location, discharge angle, and velocity