How to Pelletize a Fine Powder

This article was co-authored by:

Carrie Carlson
Technical Writer

Chris Kozicki
Agglomeration Expert

How to Pelletize a Fine Powder

Pelletizing is a type of agitation agglomeration used across industries to convert fine powder materials into granular products. The practice offers a number of benefits, and as a result, continues to be employed in a growing number of applications ranging from minerals to specialty chemicals.  …

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Fly Ash Agglomeration

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Chris Kozicki
Agglomeration Expert

Pelletized (Pelletised) Fly Ash

Fly ash is a fine, powder-like material generated from coal-burning power plants. And despite an increase toward more sustainable energy production, coal-burning power plants are still prevalent, producing fly ash that could serve as a valuable commodity. Thus now is an important time as any …

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

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Chris Kozicki
Agglomeration Expert

Carrie Carlson
Technical Writer

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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Tips for Choosing a Disc Pelletizer (Pan Granulator) Manufacturer

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Chris Kozicki
Agglomeration Expert

Carrie Carlson
Technical Writer

Disc Pelletizer

The disc pelletizer, or pan granulator, is the device of choice for processing powdered bulk solids and fines into rounded, dust-free granules, improving handling and transportation qualities, enhancing performance, and creating a premium product.  As with most process equipment, choosing the right manufacturer can quickly …

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Pelletizing Lends a Hand in Recovering Nickel Dust

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Carrie Carlson
Technical Writer

Pelletizing, a form of tumble growth agglomeration, continues to be employed in an increasing number of applications, lending an array of benefits to raw materials, end products, and production lines. As demand for nickel continues to rise in the transition to a low-carbon economy, pelletizing …

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An In-Depth Look at Limestone Pelletizing

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Chris Kozicki
Agglomeration Expert

Pelletized (Pelletised) Limestone

Pelletized limestone is commonly used as a soil additive for agricultural purposes. Composed of calcium carbonate, this mineral neutralizes a soil’s acidity, raises the pH level, and improves the absorption of soil nutrients. While limestone is available in powdered form for agricultural applications, this formulation …

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What Materials are Commonly Micro-Pelletized?

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Jenny Seim
Technical Writer

What Materials are Commonly Processed Using MicroPelletizing (Micropelletising)

Micro-pelletizing is the process of agglomerating material fines into small pellets, or micro-pellets, from 20-60 mesh. It is can be carried out in either pin mixer, or a pin mixer/pan pelletizer setup. Pin mixers alone are ideal when only small pellets or material conditioning is …

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