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The article focuses on measuring particle size spectrum inside coal pipes using laser-based online technology to solve problems faced by coal-fired plant operators in fuel switching. It says that particle size distribution, density, velocity and temperature can be measured by the Eucoalsizer system. It mentions that a measuring probe inserted into the coal pipe is involved in the measuring system.

Reveals the ineffectiveness of the fuel switching system in reducing sulfur dioxide emissions at the Powder River Basin (PRB) coal preparation plant in Wyoming. Background of the PRB coal preparation plant; Information on the fuel switching system; Factors that affect the PRB coal preparation procedures.

Discusses the implication of switching fuels on coal handling and processing equipment used by coal-fired electric power plants in the United States. Modifications designed to increase mass airflow through the pulverizers at Union Electric's Labadie power plant; Use of low-sulfur Powder River Basin coal in the Kincaid Generation LLC power plant; System for coal dust suppression in the Pleasant Prairie power plant of Wisconsin Electric.

Reports on the interest of United States electric utilities in converting oil-fired boilers to Orimulsion fuel. Orimulsion's composition; Testing recommendations for Orimulsion nitric oxide production.

The article discusses the commitment of the SaskPower electric utility in Saskatchewan to increase its wind power capacity. SaskPower aims to add more than 175 MW of wind generation to its power portfolio. It has constructed the Yellowhead Power Station, a gas-fired peaking plant, to support wind power wind with alternate fuel generation.

The article focuses on the factors to consider when planning a coal to natural gas power plant conversion in the U.S. Topics discussed include modification of infrastructure to carry out fuel handling, distribution and storage processes, concern on the availability of fuel at peak hours of operation, and economic implication of adding gas firing units. Fuel switching study offered by Babcock & Wilcox (B&W) Power Generation Group, Inc. to electric utilities is also mentioned.

Details the success of the Gas Research Institute's Power Generation Business Unit in using fuel-lean gas reburning (FLGR) in its electric generation. Nitrogen Oxide reduction that can be achieved by the plant using FLGR; Implication of the test results.