R&D Around Catalyst Production Sees Growth

This article was co-authored by:

Carrie Carlson
Technical Writer

Alex Ebben
Process and Sales Engineer

Catalyst Production Research and Development on the Rise

Catalysts are an invaluable tool in many industrial processes, helping to facilitate reactions between materials. They are so important in fact, that some experts estimate they are responsible for 85-90% of products in the chemical industry.¹ As the role of catalysts in industry continues to …

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Coal Dust Remediation

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Chris Kozicki
Agglomeration Expert

Coal Dust Converted into Pellets

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 …

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Anatomy of a Disc Pelletizer

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Chris Kozicki
Agglomeration Expert

Anatomy of a Disc Pelletizer (Pelletiser)

A high quality disc pelletizer, also known as a pan granulator, is an ideal agglomeration solution when creating a uniform pellet from dry or slightly moist materials. Their heavy-duty structure and easy control capabilities offer reliability and operational flexibility in the pelletizer plant. In addition to …

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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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Photo of the Week: Agglomeration Test in Process

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Jenny Seim
Technical Writer

Agglomeration (Pelletizing/Pelletising) Test in Process

This week’s photo highlights an agglomeration test in process at the FEECO Innovation Center. Pellets on a disc pelletizer are pictured. The FEECO Innovation Center is equipped for both pressure and non-pressure agglomeration tests on either a single piece of equipment, or in a continuous …

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Agglomeration Equipment Basics

This article was co-authored by:

Carrie Carlson
Technical Writer

Chris Kozicki
Agglomeration Expert

Agglomeration Equipment Basics

There are many choices on the market when it comes to agglomeration equipment. Additionally, new uses are being developed all the time, making current equipment options increasingly flexible. Below, we’ve provided a quick overview of some of the most common types of agglomeration equipment. Click …

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Pelletizing Plant FAQs

This article was co-authored by:

Carrie Carlson
Technical Writer

Chris Kozicki
Agglomeration Expert

Pelletizing Plant FAQs

In the early stages of designing and developing a pelletizing plant, many questions often arise: what equipment will best suit my process; do I need a binder; how tall will my building have to be, and more. While this process prompts a host of questions, …

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Seven Reasons Why Soil Amendment Producers Prefer Disc Pelletizers (Pan Granulators)

This article was co-authored by:

Carrie Carlson
Technical Writer

Chris Kozicki
Agglomeration Expert

Why Soil Amendment Producers Prefer Disc Pelletizers

The soil amendment industry is one of constantly rising competition; consumers are becoming more discerning, expecting more from the products they choose to put their money in, and the science around soil health is continually advancing, prompting demand for more specialized products. The use of …

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Photo of the Week: Seed Pellets

This article was authored by:

Jenny Seim
Technical Writer

Seed Pellets in the Pelletizing (Pelletising) Process

This week’s photo shows seed pellets from a batch disc pelletizer (pan granulator) test in the FEECO Innovation Center. Many pelletization processes first begin by pre-conditioning fine powder with moisture; the material is pre-conditioned in a pin mixer, and then fed onto the disc pelletizer …

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