Kibali Gold ProjectKibali Gold Project

Project name
Kibali Gold Project
Year
2015
Location
DRC
Industry category
Gold mining
Contract type
Turnkey Project
Fan model
ZVN 1-36-800/8 (3)
Fan type
Vertical
Fan impeller diameter
3,600 mm
Quantity
3
Total installed power
2,400 kW

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

The challenge: The client wanted all the fans with the same diameter, resulting in a very demanding requirement.

Zitrón’s solution: Zitrón delivered a ventilation system that met the highest technical requirements for air quality, operational reliability and lowest running costs. We installed vertical fans for reducing pressure losses, which translated into an important energy saving. We also delivered the E-House next to each installed fan.

Scope of Supply: Engineering, design, construction, delivery and installation of the fan system, including the successful commissioning of the three vertical fans.

Results: Zitrón’s solution resulted in substantial cost savings. We worked with the client’s ventilation engineers to analyse the changing mine conditions and develop an operating strategy that delivers increased system efficiency while saving costs.