Co-Current Vs. Counter Current: Kiln Air Flow

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Alex Ebben
Process and Sales Engineer

Rotary Kiln Co-Current vs. Counter Current Airflow

Many factors are taken into consideration when designing a rotary kiln. Each affects the ability to produce a desired chemical reaction/phase change in an efficient manner. Characteristics such as bulk density, specific heat, and flowability, among others, all interact to influence how the material will …

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Rotary Drums for Incipient Wetness Impregnation of Catalysts

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Shane Le Capitaine
Thermal Processing Expert

Carrie Carlson
Technical Writer

Rotary drums in catalyst incipient wetness impregnation

Rotary drums have long been a cornerstone in catalyst manufacturing, particularly for incipient wetness impregnation—a critical step in catalyst preparation. FEECO International, a leader in custom rotary drum design and manufacturing, has extensive experience in engineering equipment that delivers precision, efficiency, and customization. Combined with …

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Catalyst Pelletizing for Enhanced Performance and Longevity

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Carrie Carlson
Technical Writer

Alex Ebben
Process and Sales Engineer

Catalyst pelletizing

Catalyst size and shape play a crucial role in optimizing reaction efficiency. As the chemical industry pushes for more effective processes, spherical catalysts produced through pelletizing (wet granulation) have emerged as a solution with significant advantages in many settings. This article examines the importance of …

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The Bulk Solids Insider: Reducing Reliance on Critical Mineral Imports, Low-Carbon Ammonia Fertilizer, and Battery Technology Advancement

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Carrie Carlson
Technical Writer

Bulk Solids Insider

Updates in Mining China’s Rare Earths Hold Continues China’s hold over rare earth minerals is presenting challenges to the United States’ hope to build a domestic supply chain, according to Mining Weekly. Despite billions of dollars in subsidies and loans geared toward domestic rare earth …

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A Detailed Look at Limestone Drying

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Shane Le Capitaine
Thermal Processing Expert

Drying limestone

Limestone drying, typically carried out in rotary dryers, is utilized throughout this industrial mineral’s lifecycle, from quarrying to finished product. The following explores why drying is essential for quality limestone, its role in production, key considerations, and the importance of testing and equipment design for …

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Rotary Kiln Systems: Supporting Equipment

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Alex Ebben
Process and Sales Engineer

Carrie Carlson
Technical Writer

Rotary Kiln Complete System

Rotary kilns are used across a number of industries to cause a chemical reaction or phase change in a material. This high-temperature thermal treatment can be used to carry out a variety of different objectives, from catalyst activation to aluminum decoating. The number of applications …

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Rotary Dryers Key to Custom Catalyst Manufacturing

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Shane Le Capitaine
Thermal Processing Expert

Carrie Carlson
Technical Writer

Catalyst Drying

Rotary dryers play a crucial role in catalyst manufacturing, where the drying step is essential for ensuring the final product meets precise standards. Though often overlooked, drying significantly influences key properties like uniformity, mechanical strength, and moisture content. This article explores the importance of the …

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The Bulk Solids Insider: China’s Latest Export Restrictions, Latest Awards for FPEP, and a “Lab Call” for Decarbonization

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Carrie Carlson
Technical Writer

Bulk Solids Insider

Updates in Mining Lithium Downturn Hitting Australia Slower-than-expected electrical vehicle adoption is hitting the lithium market in Australia particularly hard, with Arcadium the latest company to reassess operations, according to MiningWeekly. Rapid supply growth has been outpacing demand, leading to production cuts and price drops. …

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