Sulfuric Acid Manufacturer Increases Revenue by More Than US$40,000 per Year with New Spray Injectors
Problem: Jordan Phosphate Mines Co. (JPMC), a leading producer of sulfuric acid, was using steam- jacketed injectors to spray molten sulfur in furnaces to form sulfur dioxide (SO2). Four injectors were used in each furnace. The injectors had an internal bellows for thermal expansion. However, steam leaked from the bellows and compromised worker safety. Excess…