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(MERAF) for the Base Metals Smelting Sector - CCME

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Off-gases from <strong>the</strong> Noranda Continuous Converter and <strong>the</strong> Peirce-Smith<br />

converters are treated in electrostatic precipitators to remove particulates. Dust<br />

is returned to <strong>the</strong> reactor <strong>for</strong> <strong>the</strong> recovery of copper, and is also bled from <strong>the</strong><br />

circuit to control impurity levels and reduce emissions. The Noranda Continuous<br />

Converter off-gases are also treated <strong>for</strong> sulphur dioxide recovery by <strong>the</strong> acid<br />

plant. The Peirce-Smith converter off-gases go directly to atmosphere after <strong>the</strong><br />

ESP via a tall stack.<br />

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