Progress in roller press design technology

Several significant design changes and developments have taken place to allow the construction of larger, more reliable roller presses. The most significant of these advancements for large roller press design are discussed. The state of the art design is reported for the following major components: roller design, new autogenous wear surface; bearing design; bearing housing/roller alignment; bearing oil lubrication; and hydro-pneumatic system. The author describes how these design advancements will influence future roller press application possibilities as related to the US cement industry.<>