ANC Chip Processing

CHIP PROCESSING

Key operating components are:

Weigh Scale - All chips received pass over the weigh scale for payment determination.

Chip Lab - Samples collected from the trucks are evaluated for moisture content, bark levels and size distribution. Feedback is given to the suppliers to promote improved chip quality.

Dumper and Stacking - Trucks are unloaded to the chip pit for conveying to the radial stacker and pad. The plant maintains an inventory of approximately one week storage outside. Mobile equipment is used to reclaim chips to the reclaim feed.

Chip Screening - The reclaimed chips are processed through the scalping screen and magnet to protect downstream equipment. Accepted chips then feed the rotary thickness screen and conventional shaker screen. Fine material exits the conveyor housing and is utilized for power generation at a nearby co-generation plan near Whitecourt. The accepted chips are then moved via conveyor to the pulp mill.