The cement process subjects refractories to continuous abrasion, alkali vapour attack, thermal shock, clinker infiltration and reducing atmosphere exposure. Each area of the plant demands a different monolithic design based on temperature gradient, dust load, rotation speed, CO level and chemical volatility.
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