A Look at US Gypsum Production

This article was co-authored by:

Carrie Carlson
Technical Writer

Chris Kozicki
Agglomeration Expert

US Gypsum Production

Gypsum, or hydrous calcium sulfate, is a crucial mineral in the production of everything from wallboard to cement and even many consumer products, surrounding us throughout our daily lives.  United States gypsum production was at an estimated 20 million metric tons (Mt) of crude gypsum …

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Photo of the Week: Binder Spray System

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Jenny Seim
Technical Writer

Disc Pelletizer (Pelletiser) Binder Spray System

This week’s photo highlights a pan pelletizer’s binder spray system. The spray system, or nozzles, are used to disperse binder. Non-pressure agglomeration technologies, such as pelletizing on a pan pelletizer (also known as a pan granulator or disc pelletizer), often requires the assistance of a …

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Alternatives to Spent Catalyst Disposal

This article was co-authored by:

Carrie Carlson
Technical Writer

Alex Ebben
Process and Sales Engineer

Alternatives to Spent Catalyst Disposal

Catalysts continue to play a growing role in modern industry, carrying out an array of processes that otherwise might not be possible, promoting more sustainable industries through efficient processing, reducing toxic emissions, and more.  As the use of catalysts grows, so too does the amount …

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