Equipment Modification

In 2009, BoDean installed variable frequency drive units at its asphalt plant. When a slowdown in production occurs, it might not be feasible or advisable to shut all motors off. We can change the frequency through VFD technology for convenience, cost-efficiency, and precision. By replacing old motors and installing new variable frequency drive units, we are able to lower the tremendous amount of energy they consume. We can conveniently adjust the speed and torque of a motor by changing the frequency applied to it.

ECO-EFFICIENT BENEFITS

In 2009 BoDean Company installed a “Stackpack” heat recapture module at its asphalt plant in Santa Rosa. In order to produce asphaltic concrete (AC), a large amount of heat is necessary to dry the aggregates that are used in AC, and to heat the binder oil so that it can stay liquid in order to cover or coat the rock and sand. By the use of a special module called a “Stackpack”, we are able to capture the heat exhaust in this process so that it may be re-used.

Lower gas consumption of the burner system led to a reduction of greenhouse gases and costs.