Glassworks – Hauts De France
CFD study of a glass factory
EOLIOS dimensioned natural ventilation openings and mechanical air distribution systems, optimized the general aeraulics of a glassworks process in Haut-de-France using CFD simulation.
Glassworks - Hauts De France
Year
2021
Customer
NIPRO
Location
Hauts de France
Typology
Glassware
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CFD mission description
The thermo-aerodynamics of glassworks are highly specific, as they are the result of a number of interacting phenomena.
In this context, EOLIOS Ingénierieused CFD simulation to design the natural ventilation system for a glassworks in the Hauts-de-France region. An audit of the existing site was used to calibrate the glassmaking process.
The various stages of manufacture – furnace, feeder, drop, drawing, re-burning, etc. – were modeled to obtain a realistic distribution of calories in the production hall.
The various ventilation systems, fume extractionsystems andgas burner systems were integrated to accurately simulate the thermo-aerodynamics of the entire plant.
Precise modeling of processes and systems, followed by CFD numerical simulation of the plant and its immediate environment (other buildings on the site), enabled us to obtain precise maps of several of the variables studied (air speed, temperature, pollution level, pressure, etc.) within the plant.
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Glass production modeling
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What impact does glass production have on plant temperature?
Glass production can have a significant impact on plant temperatures.
The furnaces used to heat the glass can reach very high temperatures, which can lead to a general rise in plant temperature.
In addition, the blowing process can also lead to a rise in plant temperature, as bellows temperatures need to be high enough to blow the glass.
Finally, the glass cooling process can also lead to a rise in plant temperature, as the glass has to be cooled to very low temperatures.
Why can air quality be degraded in a glassworks?
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Sizing natural ventilation using CFD simulation
Taking into account radiative phenomena, essential for this type of project, enabled us to determine the comfort levels of operators.
The studies were carried out taking into account the prevailing wind at the site (impact of the site’s topography) and according to different meteorological scenarios (winter, summer, etc.).
Precise dimensioning of the static roof ventilators has enabled us to obtain their realistic flow rates according to wind conditions, plant configuration and associated inlet air flows.
The CFD simulations carried out by EOLIOS engineers are the result of many years of research and expertise, enabling the models to be calibrated against actual plant operation.
The studies provided the customer with a high level of expertise, a decision-making tool that enabled him to make investment decisions andchoose different technologies, and to understand the impact of different air inlet sizing levels depending on their positioning.
Improve thermal comfort and air quality with CFD simulation
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Video summary of the study
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