Photo of the Week: Rotary Dryer Thermal Imaging

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Carrie Carlson
Technical Writer

Rotary Dryer (Drier) Thermal Imaging

This week’s photo shows a thermal image of a rotary dryer. FEECO’s Customer Service Engineers frequently use a thermal imaging camera to assess rotary dryers and kilns during equipment audits or annual inspections. A thermal imaging camera can help engineers to easily see where trouble …

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Biochar: An Effective Solution for the Removal of Pharmaceuticals from Water

This article was co-authored by:

Alex Ebben
Process and Sales Engineer

Carrie Carlson
Technical Writer

Biochar an Effective Solution for the Removal of Pharmaceuticals from Water

Water quality and the ability to maximize reuse applications continues to become a concern at the forefront of sustainability amidst a growing population. While biochar has been gaining traction in the soil amendment industry for its restorative capabilities and potential in carbon sequestration, studies are …

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This Week’s Featured Articles: Phosphogypsum, Granulating Iron Oxide Concrete Pigments, and Tailings Retreatment

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Carrie Carlson
Technical Writer

Phosphogypsum Stack

Each week on our home page, we feature three articles that are highly relevant under the current market circumstances. This week, we’re highlighting: Phosphogypsum: An Industrial Byproduct With Value In Phosphogypsum: An Industrial Byproduct With Value, we look at the industrial byproduct phosphogypsum, and how …

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2020 World Phosphate Rock Production Overview

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Carrie Carlson
Technical Writer

2020 Phosphate Production

Phosphate rock is the sole source of phosphorus for all phosphate fertilizer and animal feed production, making it an invaluable resource in feeding the world’s ever-rising population. The world over, producers are working to make the most of this finite resource. As a key supplier …

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What are the challenges in potash processing?

This article was co-authored by:

Jenny Seim
Technical Writer

Chris Kozicki
Agglomeration Expert

Potash Processing Challenges

The unique characteristics of potash can present challenges during processing, whether it is being processed via pelletization or compaction granulation. Potash, and many other salts, are hygroscopic, meaning they easily absorb and retain moisture from the environment. As a result, potash is prone to clumping …

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Preparing Materials for Calcination

This article was co-authored by:

Alex Ebben
Process and Sales Engineer

Carrie Carlson
Technical Writer

Preparing Materials for Calcination

Calcination is an essential thermal processing technique relied upon by a host of industrial processes to cause a chemical reaction or phase change, remove crystalline water, volatilize organic compounds, and more.  While calcination is applicable to a wide range of materials, it often requires material …

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