PANalytical CNA Cement

SODERN CNA-CEMENT
Real time process

control for the
cement industry
The Sodern CNA-Cement is the fourth generation of the
worlds most advanced on-line elemental analyzer, based
on the PFTNA (Pulsed Fast and Thermal Neutron Activation)
technology. Cement plants will benefit from making the
most efficient use of the quarry, optimized stockpile quality,
and real time control of additives to the raw mix resulting
in lower additive usage and improved quality of the raw
mill output. In addition, cement plants can realize savings
associated with lower laboratory testing and labor costs,
tailoring the raw feed for grindability to reduce electricity
consumption, and providing the optimal chemistry to the kiln
to reduce fuel costs and extend refractory life.
Advantages of Sodern CNA-Cement

Unique and proven PFTNA technology for raw mix and
stockpile optimization
Uptime
Unmatched analytical stability delivered by constant
neutron flux from generator eliminates expensive and
inconvenient periodic on-site calibration
Modular design minimizes downtime during
installation
Ultimate safety Unlike radioactive isotope based
units which always emit neutrons, the Sodern CNAs
tube type neutron source can be switched off during
non-operation, routine maintenance or emergency and
enables installation of a unique Automated Radiation
Protection System (ARPS).
Flexibility in software solutions Full compatibility with
industry standards (FLS, Polysius, PSCL ABB, etc.)
Global support and expertise
SODERN CNA-CEMENT
Addressing the needs of the cement industry
Benefits of a cross-belt
analyzer in your process
Quarry Management
Installation of a Sodern CNA-Cement at the quarry makes it
possible to safely maximize the use of lower grade materials
(and conserve premium grade materials) by preblending
before the stockpile. This can significantly increase the
lifetime of the quarry.
Stockpile optimization
A Sodern CNA ahead of the stockpile ensures that pile quality
targets are met, the chemical variation is reduced, and
minimal correction is required upon reclaim.
Raw mix control
Using the Sodern CNA-Cement to monitor the raw mix
chemistry at one minute intervals allows for the immediate
correction of source proportioning ratios with no mill
transport delay. This results in the maximum possible
reduction in chemical variation of the kiln feed.
Cost saving opportunities
Replacing a sampling tower
Reducing laboratory cost and preparation labor
Improving grinding efficiency while reducing energy cost to
grind
Improving lifetime of kiln refractory
Reducing use of additives
Extending quarry life
Unique and proven PFTNA

principle
Using high energy neutrons
to determine the chemistry
of materials is very useful
for process control because
the analysis is done
instantaneously, allowing
many control changes
over short periods of time
to achieve the target
chemistry. The analysis is very
representative since all the
material on a belt from topto-bottom and side-to-side is
being analyzed.
Pulsed Fast Thermal Neutron
Activation (PFTNA) analysis
involves illuminating the
raw material with neutrons.
By measuring the energy of
each gamma ray induced by
the interaction of neutron
and nucleus of atoms, most
elements contained in the
raw material (such as silica,
calcium, alumina and iron)
are identified and quantified.
The primary analytical

advantage of PFTNA over
traditional Prompt Gamma
Neutron Activation Analysis
(PGNAA) is the ability to pulse
the neutrons used to excite
the sample. Pulsed excitation
produces a much higher
quality time resolved gamma
ray spectrum from the sample
with a drastically improved
signal to noise ratio. This
higher quality data results in
a more accurate and robust
analysis.
Stability
The Sodern CNAs comprehensive factory calibration is
guaranteed to be drift free. The rate of neutron generation
is fully controlled and never changes over the lifetime of
the tube, thus the same level of analytical performance
is maintained. This stability eliminates the need for the
laborious and expensive routine recalibrations that are
required with radioactive isotope-based systems.
Modular design
The Sodern CNAs modular design makes it easy to install and
service, guaranteeing that down time is kept to an absolute
minimum.
Content (%)
Uptime
45
40
35
Al2O3
30
CaO
25
Fe2O3
SiO2
20
15
10
5
0
0
500
1000
1500
2000
2500
3000
3500
4000
4500
5000
Time (min)
Typical results of a static stability test
Safety
In addition, the electric
neutron source does
not present the kind of
hazardous waste issues
that are unavoidable with
radioactive isotope based
analyzers.
Improving safety by using an

electrical source is a major
benefit of PANalyticals
analyzers. As a small particle
accelerator made by Sodern
EADS, the pulsed neutron
generator is an ON/OFF
electric neutron source and
the basis of PFTNA analysis.
The lifetime of this source

can exceed 14,000 working
hours, making it the
longest lifetime tube of
any commercially available
neutron tube. The Sodern
sealed neutron tube has
evolved from 40 years of
experience in designing
and manufacturing neutron
generation products. Only
Sodern EADS is the worlds
leading supplier of neutron
tubes for a vast assortment
of industrial, defense
and security applications
worldwide.
Flexibility in software
solutions
CNA Control software is supported on both Microsoft
Windows XP and Windows 7 and is specifically designed for
cement applications. With the ability to examine current
and past analyses as well as analysis trends and estimated
compositions of a given batch or pile, the basic software can
be used for simple pile building or raw mix control. The data
collection software is also compatible with more sophisticated
pile building and raw mix control software from other
vendors.
Specifications
Analysis
Methods
Pulsed fast & thermal neutron activation analysis
Generator
Electrical neutron generator (On/Off)
Quantified elements
Si, Al, Fe, Ca, Mg, S, Na, K, Ti, Mn, H, Cl
Cement parameters
LSF, C3S, C2S, C3A, iron modulus, silica modulus
Moisture
Yes
Performance
Features
Non-material specific
Unaffected by varying belt loading
Stable analytical performance (SAP) system
Environment
Temperature
From -35 C (-31F) to 50 C
Humidity
1 to 100 %
Operational
Conveyor width
600 to 2000 mm
Material top size
Up to 450 mm
Belt speed
Up to 4 m/s, faster speed upon request
Belt inclination
Up
Installation
Global support and expertise
Standard version
W = 2 m, L = 1.1 m and H = 1.8 m

Weight = about 2.9 T
Extended shielding
W = 2.2 m, L = 1.3 m and H = 2.1 m

Weight = about 5.3 T
A powerful builtin diagnostics

program links the
CNA to PANalytical
Customer Support
Service. Thanks to a
modem or an Internet
connection, remote
system diagnostics and
maintenance are facilitated,
ensuring optimum operation
and uptime of the CNA.
In addition, dedicated
and reactive high skilled
engineers are internationally
present, allowing an
assistance around the clock
everyday.
Global and near
Electrical cabinet
H = 800 mm, W = 600 mm, D = 400 mm
Power requirement
Single phase 230 V, 47 to 63 Hz, less than 2 kW
Dry contact inputs
Belt status, safety loop
4 - 20 mA inputs
Weight feeder, speed feeder
User interface
CNA control
software
CNA data collector, trending application and basic

pile building function
System interface
OPC (industry standard for communication)

Other interfaces upon request
Communication
Serial
Ethernet or fiber optic

Suitable interface with many plant control
networks
Off-site communication
Data quality phone link or internet link
Safety
Safety loop
ARP System (Automatic Radiation Protections

System)
Radiation levels
Compliant with European council directive 96/29/

EURATOM
No radiation when the CNA is not in operation
Maintenance
Customer support
PANalytical B.V.
Lelyweg 1, 7602 EA Almelo
P.O. Box 13, 7600 AA Almelo
The Netherlands
T +31 (0) 546 534 444
F +31 (0) 546 534 598
[email protected]
www.panalytical.com
PANalytical customer support service with

PANassist. Wide range of maintenance contracts
upon request
Regional sales offices

Americas
T +1 508 647 1100
F +1 508 647 1115
Europe, Middle East, Africa
T +31 (0) 546 834 444
F +31 (0) 546 834 499
Asia Pacific
T +65 6741 2868
F +65 6741 2166
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SODERN CNA-CEMENT

Real time process

Advantages of Sodern CNA-Cement

Addressing the needs of the cement industry

Unique and proven PFTNA

The primary analytical

Improving safety by using an

The lifetime of this source

Pulsed fast & thermal neutron activation analysis

Electrical neutron generator (On/Off)

Si, Al, Fe, Ca, Mg, S, Na, K, Ti, Mn, H, Cl

LSF, C3S, C2S, C3A, iron modulus, silica modulus

From -35 C (-31F) to 50 C

Material top size

Up to 4 m/s, faster speed upon request

Global support and expertise

W = 2 m, L = 1.1 m and H = 1.8 m

W = 2.2 m, L = 1.3 m and H = 2.1 m

A powerful builtin diagnostics

Global and near

H = 800 mm, W = 600 mm, D = 400 mm

Single phase 230 V, 47 to 63 Hz, less than 2 kW

Dry contact inputs

Belt status, safety loop

Weight feeder, speed feeder

CNA data collector, trending application and basic

OPC (industry standard for communication)

Ethernet or fiber optic

Data quality phone link or internet link

ARP System (Automatic Radiation Protections

Compliant with European council directive 96/29/

PANalytical customer support service with

Regional sales offices

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