This inventor holds 1 USPTO granted patent. Top assignee: Ats Spartec Inc.. Active years: 2002.
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2002
Title: Gerald Plant - Innovator in Rotary Kiln Technology
Introduction
Gerald Plant is a notable inventor based in Worksop, GB. He has made significant contributions to the field of industrial technology, particularly with his innovative designs in burner systems.
Latest Patents
Gerald Plant holds a patent for a Rotary Kiln Burner. This invention features a direct coal-fired burner system designed for rotary kilns. The burner incorporates a multi-barrel construction that allows primary air, used for conveying coal, to be heated with tertiary air sourced from the rotary kiln. The design also includes mechanisms to control the shape of the emerging flame through a first annulus of swirling tertiary air adjacent to the primary airstream and a second annulus of laminar tertiary air that defines an outer envelope for the flame. The volume and relative velocities of air in the tertiary air supplies can be adjusted using respective dampers in the tertiary air supply conduits. This innovative approach enhances the efficiency and effectiveness of rotary kiln operations.
Career Highlights
Gerald Plant is currently employed at Ats Spartec Inc., where he continues to develop and refine technologies related to industrial burners. His work has been instrumental in advancing the capabilities of rotary kiln systems.
Collaborations
Gerald collaborates with Bruce Yearham, a fellow innovator in the field. Together, they work on projects that aim to improve industrial processes and technologies.
Conclusion
Gerald Plant's contributions to rotary kiln technology exemplify the impact of innovative thinking in industrial applications. His patent for the Rotary Kiln Burner showcases his commitment to enhancing efficiency in manufacturing processes.