Incinerators across the United States and abroad are preparing for a tidal wave of medical waste from the COVID-19 pandemic, with some countries already in the thick of it. As waste management companies prepare for the increased demand, we’ve put together the list below on …
Thermal desorption is the process of using heat to drive off an organic chemical from an inorganic mineral. Unlike incineration, it is a separation process that relies on different reaction temperatures of absorbent minerals and chemicals. The organic chemical is vaporized at high temperatures, resulting …
The pugmill mixer, also commonly referred to as a paddle mixer or pug mill, is widely employed in a variety of processes transversing many industries. Flexibility in mixing, agglomerating, and conditioning make the capabilities of the pugmill mixer applicable to a wide range of bulk …
Granulation drums are utilized in many industries, processing a wide range of materials into a more usable, more marketable granular form, whether it be for use as a fertilizer, chemical agent, mineral, or otherwise. Since all materials respond differently to granulation, the design of a …
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to push into unprecedented territory, overwhelming existing infrastructure in many sectors. As the virus continues to sweep both the nation and the globe, the healthcare system (along with medical research facilities) is generating massive amounts of additional waste associated with the …
This week’s photo takes us back to 1966 where 3 disc pelletizers are being finalized in FEECO’s Fabrication Facility. Disc pelletizers, also known as pan granulators, offer a unique advantage in the world of tumble growth agglomeration, and have found their way into many industries …
Coal, a combustible, sedimentary rock, has been used for centuries as a reliable energy source. Despite growing renewable energy sources, coal is still the backbone of the world’s energy grid, providing the electricity we need to turn on lights, heat our homes, and cook our …
Pin mixers are used in a variety of industrial settings to mix, condition, and agglomerate materials, as well as to prepare them for pelletizing. No matter what setting they are in, or what objective they are performing, optimizing pin mixer performance and promoting equipment longevity …
Process audits have become an essential tool in helping fertilizer producers improve efficiency, resolve issues, and minimize unnecessary downtime in their production lines. Whether producing a single nutrient product, a complex fertilizer, specialty product, or even a soil amendment, fertilizer and soil conditioner producers rely …
The “working” layer and insulating layer refer to a rotary kiln’s multiple layers of refractory. Refractory is what protects the kiln from high internal temperatures, and maintains heat retention. Sometimes it is desirable to use multiple layers of refractory, especially when higher efficiency is preferred, …