Reduction roasting is the removal of oxygen from a component of an ore, usually through the use of Carbon Monoxide (CO). The CO is typically supplied by mixing a carbonaceous material such as coke or coal with the ore, or by feeding it separately. An …
Potash is the general name given to various inorganic compounds that contain potassium in a water-soluble form. A number of common potassium compounds exist, including potassium carbonate and potassium chloride. Before the industrial era, potash was obtained by leaching wood ashes in a pot (hence …
Incineration has become an essential tool in managing industrial and municipal wastes more sustainably, as long-landfilled materials such as hazardous medical wastes, petrochemicals, ammunitions, and more, have proven detrimental to the environment. While many types of incineration equipment exist, the rotary kiln, a diverse and …
Our photo this week highlights a dial indicator. FEECO’s Customer Service Engineers use the dial indicator to measure rotary drum shell and tire run-out, or the degree to which a drum is out of its standard, cylindrical shape. Temperature changes can cause excess run-out. If …
Companies that use heap leaching to extract precious metals such as copper, gold, silver, or uranium ore have come to rely on FEECO for their production needs, from preliminary consultation and feasibility/materials testing, to custom equipment manufacturing and system design. FEECO can even offer a …
Problems encountered with troughed belt conveyors have the potential to injure employees, shut down the production line, and incur substantial costs in repairs and production losses. Choosing a reputable conveyor manufacturer and having a system designed around the unique needs of the specific handling application …
In 2015, FEECO released the Potash Processing Handbook – a comprehensive resource dedicated to providing insight on the many processes and considerations that go into turning potash into a fertilizer product, from pelletizing to drying, and even handling. The handbook quickly captured the interest of …
Pelletizing is a non-pressure (tumble growth) agglomeration method whereby material fines are processed into pellets. It is used throughout a number of industries to transform difficult to handle powders and fines into a more easily handled, and valuable product. Pelletization involves the tumbling of material …
Tracking data in a process setting may seem like a mundane feat, but the ability to assess and adjust variables is critical during process development and optimization stages. Tracking and adjusting process variables can bring unparalleled fluidity and efficiency, ultimately allowing us to improve the …
The bucket elevator serves as a key piece of equipment in vertically transporting material throughout a facility, whether it is a mine site or production plant. The selection of a well-built elevator often means the difference between an operation that runs smoothly and reliably, and …