Coal Handling Systems

The Coal Handling Systems course provides a practical understanding of how coal is received, transported, stored, crushed, and supplied to boilers in thermal power plants. It covers the complete coal handling process from coal unloading areas to the boiler furnace. Participants learn about major equipment such as conveyors, crushers, feeders, screens, bunkers, hoppers, and stacker-reclaimers. The course explains the working principles, design features, and selection of coal handling equipment. It also covers conveyor operation, belt alignment, coal flow control, dust suppression, and fire protection systems. Participants learn about common operational problems, equipment failures, and basic troubleshooting methods. The course highlights safe handling practices and precautions required during coal transportation and storage. Maintenance strategies for conveyors, crushers, feeders, and other equipment are also discussed. Practical knowledge of system operation, inspection, reliability, and efficiency improvement is emphasized. Overall, the course helps engineers and plant professionals improve the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of coal handling systems in power plants.