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Luan Gasifier Sets Record for Continuous Stable Operation Author/Source: Sinochem News Network Date: June 14, 2019 Clicks: 23 A few days ago, news came from Luan Group stating that the G1 gasifier of Project 180 has been operating continuously and stably at full capacity for over 180 days, setting a new world record for the best initial operation performance among shell-type gasifiers of this type. In light of the operating characteristics of Shell’s gasifiers, Lu’an Coal-based Clean Energy Company strictly controls the quality of raw coal and monitors data parameters closely. They established a coal quality improvement team that conducts regular on-site inspections at coal storage locations to identify problems, analyze their causes, and develop appropriate solutions. They introduced management protocols for coal quality, ensuring standardized control over the entire process from coal receipt to distribution. Measures such as having coal quality supervisors stationed at mines, screening coal in whole vehicles, and using recorders were implemented to reduce the amount of impurities in the coal from the source. It is understood that the 180-project gasification unit is operated and managed by a joint venture established by Lu’an Group and the American company AP. Since the beginning of this year, Lu’an Coal-based Clean Energy Company has been continuously strengthening the construction of a coordination and management system for its joint venture partners, fostering cultural integration between them through information sharing, resource exchange, technical cooperation, and mutual improvement in management practices. In response to equipment and design issues that arose during the operation of large-scale projects, the company promptly communicated and coordinated with AP Company, successfully resolving problems such as frequent shutdowns of the coal feed line and gas leaks that affected the stable operation of the gasification unit. By innovating working approaches and refining the control of process operation parameters, the stability of the unit’s operation was improved. The company also arranged for personnel from various production departments, including safety supervision, production, scheduling, logistics, and technology, to regularly visit the joint venture site to conduct comprehensive inspections and oversight.