History | IEEE Power & Energy Magazine
The first part of guest history author Thomas J. Blalock's article on rotary converters appeared in the September/October 2013 issue of IEEE Power & Energy Magazine. In that part of his article, Tom covered the need for a practical and economical means to convert ac power to dc power, the invention of the rotary or synchronous converter in the late …
Oxygen Pyrometallurgy at Copper Cliff
Oxygen Top-Blown Rotary Converter Inco took another major stride forward in the use of tonnage oxygen to enhance heat and mass transfer in nonferrous pyrometallurgy, by pioneering the employment of a steelmaking converter for this purpose. In the metallurgical world, it was the generally held opinion that blowing nickel sulfide to metal in a ...
OneMine | A Century of Converter Operation in Vale Inco's …
Smelting of nickel-copper sulfide ores at Vale Inco's Sudbury operations commenced in 1888 and the first converting plant went into operation in 1892. As the …
The Ni-converter – an historic perspective
This paper discusses the converters for Ni separation, from a historic perspective and with concern as to current needs. The historic development of converter p...
How to Read and Understand Rotary Phase Converter …
Find out how a rotary phase converter works and explore a diagram explaining its components and operation. Learn how this device can convert single-phase power to three-phase power for various applications.
Inco Superstack (Sudbury): All You Need to Know BEFORE …
Inco Superstack, Sudbury: See 45 reviews, articles, and 8 photos of Inco Superstack, ranked No.21 on Tripadvisor among 61 attractions in Sudbury.
Superstack, Inco, Vale, Greater Sudbury | Sudbury Star
One of two new stacks, which are now under construction at Vale's Copper Cliff Smelter Complex in Sudbury, Ont. on Tuesday June 5, 2018. The 450-foot stacks are part of Vale's $1 billion Clean AER (Atmospheric Emissions Reduction) Project which is wrapping up and will lead to the decommissioning of the superstack.
A decade ago, Vale bought Inco: What's the company's …
On Oct. 6, 2006, Vale purchased homegrown miner Inco in a $19.4-billion bid. The New York Times said at the time the sale "further undermines Canada's status as a force in …
Remote sensing of vegetation change near Inco's Sudbury …
Using LANDSAT data for different years between 1973 and 1983, vegetation change maps were produced for two areas in the vicinity of Inco's mining complexes. Field checking showed that for more th...
CVRD Inco commits $60,000 to Lucky Duck Dash
The Rotary Club of Sudbury Sunrisers has announced CVRD Inco has committed $60,000 over the next five years to participate in the annual Lucky Duck Dash.
Inco Limited History (1902- 2001)
For a large selection of corporate histories click: International Directory of Company Histories Company History: Inco Limited is one of the world's top producers of nickel. It operates Canada's largest mining and processing operation in Sudbury, Ontario, and runs other mines in Canada, the United Kingdom, and Indonesia.
INCO Triangle
The INCO Triangle Digital Archives is a celebration of Ontario's nickel mining heritage which led to the creation and development of Sudbury and its surrounding communities.
Sustainability in Nickel Projects: 50 Years of Experience at Vale Inco
The principal author, Dr. Sam Marcuson (Sam.Marcuson@valeinco) is vice president, business improvement for Vale Inco Limited, Mississauga, ON, Canada. This article was adapted from a plenary speech made at the CIM Conference of Metallurgists held August 2009 in Sudbury, Ontario.
CVRD Inco plugs sulphur dioxide holes
By IAN ROSS It would be a stretch to say CVRD Inco's 380-metre Superstack in Sudbury will ever come tumbling down anytime soon as some sooty industrial relic of the past.
A Review of Nickel Pyrometallurgy Over the Past 50 Years …
In the 1970s, Canada was the world's leading nickel producing country and Canadian firms had big expansion plans. The International Nickel Company of Canada …
'It's history, like it or not': the Significance of Sudbury's
Standing at a height of 1,250 feet, the Sudbury Superstack is the second tallest chimney in the world and runner-up to the CN Tower for the tallest structure in …
Curlook helped modernize Inco in Sudbury | Sudbury Star
Article content. A mining innovator and community leader who helped Sudburians breathe easier died earlier this month in Toronto. The Coniston-born Walter Curlook, who rose to positions of prominence with Inco and oversaw the sulphur reduction program of the 1980s and early 1990s, was 85.
Sudbury landmark, ___ Superstack Crossword Clue
Answers for Sudbury landmark, ___ Superstack crossword clue, 4 letters. Search for crossword clues found in the Daily Celebrity, NY Times, Daily Mirror, Telegraph and major publications. Find clues for Sudbury landmark, ___ Superstack or most any crossword answer or clues for crossword answers.
Innovation and Sustainability in Pyrometallurgy | SpringerLink
The MK Reactor used by Inco (Vale) in its Sudbury Operations for smelting copper sulfide concentrate to produce semi-blister copper is another example of the flash smelting technology . ... Another application was the development of Top Blown Rotary Converter (TBRC) for converting the 'MY" stream produced during matte separation.
Vale Inco, President, Ontario Operations – Sudbury Speech …
• Vale Inco is very proud of the men and women in our operations in Sudbury, and of the relationship we've fostered in the community where we live and work. • On behalf of Vale Inco, I look forward to continuing to work with all of you to maximize our community's potential. In the last year, we have proven that together we are better.
Inco Triangle
While most Inco employees were enjoying the fine weather during the company's four-week shutdown, activity at Inco plants and mines was far from dor-mant. Over $5 million worth of maintenance projects were completed throughout the Ontario division. TBRC-removed, repaired, replaced The 38-ton top blown rotary converter shell and a pair
Historic mining facility in Copper Cliff to be demolished by …
A long-standing landmark is set to disappear from the Greater Sudbury skyline. The former Copper Cliff iron ore recovery plant, located across the highway from Vale's current headquarters, is ...
A Review of Nickel Pyrometallurgy Over the Past 50 Years
In Sudbury in the 1970s, Inco continued to expand with the commissioning of the new Clarabelle Mill, ... Large cost reductions were also achieved in the converting area by replacing two of the original rotary Kaldo converters with Peirce-Smith converters, which dramatically shortened the converter heat times and the high …
Greater Sudbury bids farewell to former CVRD Inco COO
Final farewell for Mark Cutifani, former COO of CVRD Inco. Cutifani was recognized for the many initiatives he supported to make Sudbury a better place.
Inco's history revisited through digital archives
BY LAUREL MYERS In 1936, one man had a vision - a vision to inform and communicate with the employees of Inco through a monthly newsletter, dubbed the Inco Triangle.
The Arrogance of Inco – by Val Ross (Originally Published in …
"The Arrogance of Inco" was originally published as the cover story in the May, 1979 issue of Canadian Business. Reporter Val Ross, who died in 2008, spent two and a half months researching and writing this lengthy expose of the then Inco Limited.
The Arrogance of Inco – by Val Ross (Originally Published in …
"The Arrogance of Inco" was originally published as the cover story in the May, 1979 issue of Canadian Business. Reporter Val Ross, who died in 2008, spent two …
Inco Superstack
Kids get a real kick out of it. The stack is as important as the Big Nickel for Sudbury's identity. Read more. Written January 29, 2014 ... Rotary Park Lookout. 7. Points of Interest & Landmarks • Parks. ... Claim your listing for free to respond to reviews, update your profile and much more. Claim your listing. Inco Superstack - All You Need ...
CVRD-Inco COO honoured by Rotary Club
Mark Cutifani, the man responsible for the global nickel business for the new CVRD-Inco, was honoured by community leaders of the nickel capital of the world Thursday night.
Rotary Phase Converter Vs. VFD: Which Do You Need?
A rotary phase converter may be a better choice if you need to convert single-phase power to three-phase power for more than one device. The cost of one rotary converter unit is typically higher than that of a VFD, but you may be able to power all the equipment in your shop with just one rotary phase converter.