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Performance analysis of the top rollers in a sugar mill using finite element method
(Kyambogo University[unpublished work], 2022-08)Sugar milling is the process of extracting juice from crushed sugarcane fibres for production of sugar crystals. The three-shaft sugar mill set consists of the top roller and two bottom rollers to crush the sugarcane. ... -
Utilization of ferric oxide generated in the acid regeneration plant in paint making (a case study: roofings rolling mills ltd, Namanve, Kampala)
(Kyambogo University (unpublished work), 2021-03)This study investigated the utilization of ferric oxide generated in the Acid Regeneration Plant (ARP) of the steel galvanizing line as an ingredient in making paint. The waste acid liquor generated from the process of ... -
Design of a heating, ventilating and air-conditioning system that utilizes multiple condensing units in the refrigeration circuit
(Kyambogo University (unpublished work), 2019-11)The heating, ventilating and air conditioning system performs a critical role in pharmaceutical products manufacturing by majorly providing thermal comfort and acceptable indoor air quality, conditions required for the ... -
Determination of cooling effects on tensile strength of re-bars using spray quenching
(Kyambogo University (un published work), 2019-08)In this study, the tensile strength in carbon steel was achieved under controlled heating and cooling processes. Forty-five samples of billets were used to produce 12 mm, 16 mm and 20 mm of hot-rolled rebar and each rebar ... -
Coated tools with crater‐like surface structures have enhanced performance
(AIP Conference Proceedings, 2010-10-18)This paper presents the result of an investigation into the cutting characteristics of electrical discharge machined (EDMed) surface‐modified carbide cutting tool inserts. The tool inserts were coated with Titanium Nitride ... -
Enhancing a sustainable safe water supply for rural communities of Mabungo parish, Kisoro district
(Kyambogo University (un published work), 2019-07)Access to safe water is still a challenge in Africa, the biggest population that suffers the challenge being from sub-Saharan African countries where Uganda is part. The major cause of limited water access is that 85% of ... -
Investigations into the mechanical performance of Ugandan made carbon steel bars
(Kyambogo University (un published work), 2019-08)Carbon steel bars are one of the most used steel products in structural constructions worldwide. Ugandan steels have been reported to have significant amounts of residual elements due to use of scrap steel in their production. ... -
Impact of investiment in occupational health and safety on a steel manufacturing plant in Uganda
(Kyambogo University [ Unpublished work], 2021-07)The subject of health and safety of workers in the steel manufacturing sector has become a concern of recent mainly in developing countries. The study therefore sought to investigate the impact of investment in health and ... -
Characterisation of resistance spot welding Electrodes with annular recess design
(Kyambogo University (un published work), 2018-11)This study investigated the characteristics of resistance welding electrode with annular recess design for supplying an electric current to metallic workpieces for welding two workpieces together. It comprises cylindrical ... -
Optimization of packaging operations for beer production line efficiency : case study packaging line 1, Nile breweries limited
(Kyambogo University, 2018-11)In light of the need for beer production plants to foster competitiveness in today‟s beer market, Nile Breweries Limited packaging beer line 1 factory efficiency dropped from 83.25% in January 2015 to 56.8% in January 2018 ... -
Characteristics of resistance spot welding using annular recess electrodes
(Elsevier: Journal of Advanced Joining Processes, 2020-07)Resistance spot welding is widely used in manufacturing industries, such as automobile structural body manufacture, rail vehicle construction, electronics manufacture, battery manufacture, etc. Resistance spot weld integrity ... -
Assessing impacts of climate change on hydrological extremes of Rwizi catchment
(Kyambogo University, 2019-11)There is lack of understanding on the impact of climate change on hydrological extremes of Rwizi Catchment. This threatens the sustainability of water to support socio- economic activities in the Rwizi Catchment. The ... -
Effects of power interruptions on quality and production in a galvanizing plant Case study: roofings rolling mills ltd, Namanve, Kampala
(Kyambogo University, 2019-11)Steel is the most used engineering material industries. In Uganda, Roofings Rolling Mills Ltd (RRM) is the largest steel manufacturer; with mega industrial undertakings which is in line with national economic development ... -
Utilization of top aluminum-zinc dross in the manufacture of pervious concrete
(Kyambogo University, 2018-11)Dross is a waste product from the galvanizing process that contains useful substances in large percentages that can be harvested and transformed or reused in production processes to earn a profit. Dross from Roofings Rolling ... -
Development of a mathematical model for integration of robots in a steel manufacturing plant
(Kyambogo University, 2021-07)The use of computer-controlled robots is increasingly picking up in today’s manufacturing industries. Industrial robot application in manufacturing industries allows for improved flexibility and configurability required ...
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