Exergy and Pinch Analyses of Kraft Pulp Mill

To locate areas with inefficient use of energy in kraft pulp mill, specific methods using exergy analysis and pinch technology have been developed and utilized. A static and modular simulation model has been developed to perform exergy analysis of every area of a mill. The aim of the study is to help the French kraft mills in energy saving and in internal energy use optimization. A typical model mill has been set up. It is utilized to give recommendations to the mill for improving energy production and utilization.