Análise comparativa entre o uso de métodos convencionais e o uso de softwares para a seleção de britadores e peneiras

Abstract

It is essential for a Process Engineer to know how to design the comminution equipment which is the starting point for the beneficiation of ore. Having this knowledge, the vision for seeking improvements increases, making the process more efficient. This design is developed through a reliable literature using the Excel tool and through simulators. This study aimed to present a design of a crushing process of a hypothetical iron mine named Passa IV located in southeastern Brazil through the conventional method and by Bruno simulator, owned by Metso Company. The result showed that the sizings were congruent, but the use of a simulator ensures a better view of the process and possible changes. Adding to this, the result obtained by the conventional method is in- put to use of the simulator.