Overview
The fuel conveying system in biomass boilers suffers from serious issues due to wear and deterioration.
Industry
Pulp & Paper
Location
Mie Prefecture, JP
Component/Workpiece
discharge chute
Business Type
Integra - Workshop
Job Type
New
Type of Wear
Tags
Base Metal
Hardplate100
General Dimensions (mm)
2,630mm×1,400mm×1,100mm
The challenge the customer was facing
The customer was experiencing a problem in which holes developed in the existing chute due to wear. The current solution involved shutting down operations, removing the highly combustible conveyed material, and then carrying out repairs by welding. However, this approach presented several challenges, including securing sufficient maintenance time and the associated repair costs.
Previous Service Life
1y 6mo
How WA solved the challenge
Our solution is to fabricate the chute using Hardplate 100 (6+4). This approach significantly improves the service life of the equipment.
Product Category
Composite Wear Plates
Product Name
Hardplate 100
Thickness
6+4
Technical Advantages
Hardplate 100 provides excellent wear resistance and significantly extends service life compared to conventional carbon steel. It also eliminates the need for frequent repairs and improves the overall availability of the plant.
Service Life
4y
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Solution Revenue
¥1,556,000
Contributor
Yuuki Shimizu
yuuki.shimizu@waj.co.jp
Created
April 18, 2026
Submitted
April 18, 2026
Approved By
Laslo Ekres
April 20, 2026