An industrial dust extraction system is no exception. When the issue of modernization arose at the Lyubomyrsky Lime-Silicate Plant (LLSP), skepticism was in the air — previous attempts by several engineering companies had failed to meet expectations. But everything changed when the Aton Service team got involved.
From Analysis to Action
Lyubomyrsky Lime-Silicate Plant is one of the flagships of Ukraine’s building materials industry. Since 1969, it has been producing lime and silicate bricks, using resources from its own sand and chalk quarry.
Lime production is an energy-intensive process that traditionally relies on burning natural gas. However, modern challenges — including rising prices and the desire to minimize environmental impact — pushed the company to look for alternatives. By the time cooperation with Aton Service began, the plant had already replaced 90% of its gas consumption with shredded wood fuel.
The Aton Service engineers faced a complex task: to optimize processes, reduce costs, improve product quality, ensure safety, and minimize environmental impact.
Risks Worth Taking
Investing in development during wartime is a high-risk step. But both sides approached the matter thoughtfully and agreed on an ambitious yet realistic goal:
To develop a pneumatic conveying system capable of delivering 3,200 kg of raw material per hour — 1,500 kg from each of two crushers and another 200 kg from an additional feed unit.
Aton Service specialists conducted an in-depth analysis, took into account the specifics of each part of the production process, and even predicted positive side effects that might have otherwise gone unnoticed at the outset.
Despite all the challenges — missile threats, power supply issues, and logistics difficulties — the project was successfully implemented in autumn 2023.
Engineering Challenges and Flexibility
Implementation did not go without difficulties: some equipment had to be replaced, software updated, and at times, initial decisions were completely revised. In continuous production environments, such challenges are common.
Several times, engineers had to urgently conduct additional analyses — further proving the importance of adapting to real-world conditions. Most importantly, it confirmed the professionalism of a team unafraid of challenges.
Impressive Results
The new dust extraction system not only fulfilled its core tasks but also significantly boosted production efficiency.
Modern Control Means More Possibilities
Automated control of the pneumatic conveying system became another advantage — operators can monitor and adjust the equipment without constant supervision. The system operates 24/7, reliably and without failures.
Additional filtration using the PJF 120 unit minimized raw material losses and virtually eliminated the risk of pollution in nearby areas.
Today, the Lyubomyrsky Plant operates a modernized, efficient, and reliable dust extraction system that:
The efficiency of industrial dust extraction has been proven.
At Aton Service, we believe that success comes when you do your job professionally — and with heart.
