Copper is a versatile metal used in many of the products that modern civilization relies on, from electronics to infrastructure. For decades, smelting has been the primary approach to copper extraction. Although this method has proven to be effective for high grade sulfide ores, it …
Rising sulfur deficiencies have put sulfur in the spotlight in recent years, leading to increased use of the nutrient in agriculture. A Business Wire report estimates that by 2026, the sulfur fertilizer market will reach a value of $7.03 billion, up from just $4.52 billion …
This week’s highlighted resource is a brochure on FEECO’s agglomeration equipment and systems. As the global leader in non-pressure (tumble growth) agglomeration, the FEECO brochure highlights the various types of equipment available, testing capabilities, and the many benefits of agglomeration. Click here to view the …
This week’s highlighted resource is a project profile on limestone and gypsum pelletizing. FEECO was commissioned to supply pelletizing equipment, including pin mixers, disc pelletizers, and a rotary dryer, for a Calcium Products limestone and gypsum facility. Click here to view the profile. To receive …
This week’s photo highlights a rotary dryer’s direct drive assembly, the arrangement which causes the drum to rotate. The direct drive assembly is ideal for small to medium size drums running up to 75 horsepower. Here’s how it looks: A shaft is mounted to a …
When working with a rotary dryer or kiln, the sealing mechanism is a critical component in the overall performance of the unit. Sealing mechanisms create a seal between the rotating drum and the stationary housing, preventing air or process gas from leaking into the system. …
This week’s highlighted resource is a project profile on a coating drum for ammonium sulfate. FEECO supplied a custom coating drum for coating ammonium sulfate fertilizer granules. Testing in the Innovation Center supported the project. Click here to view the profile. To receive weekly articles, …
The biomass industry has seen steady growth the past few years, as nations around the globe continue to shift focus toward more renewable energy sources. And while biomass offers direct uses in itself, it can also be converted to a number of carbon products, all …
As capital investments become slightly more risky, manufacturers can exercise caution in their operations no matter what industry they’re in by switching focus from replacements and upgrades to repair and refurbishment, especially when it comes to rotary drum maintenance. A slowdown in manufacturing was a …
This week’s highlighted resource is a web page on conditioning. Conditioning is a diverse and valuable technique used to improve the handling qualities of bulk solids. This page provides an overview on commonly conditioned materials, the conditioning process, and the equipment typically used in conditioning …