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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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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Material Characteristics to Consider when Pelletizing Limestone

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Chris Kozicki
Agglomeration Expert

Limestone pellets produced in a disc pelletizer (disc pelletiser, pan granulator)

Pelletizing limestone creates a product with a multitude of benefits. Consequently, pelletized limestone is becoming increasingly popular for residential, agricultural, and commercial users. However, there are a number of material characteristics to contend with before a quality limestone pellet is produced. The following article highlights …

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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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What is Non-Pressure Agglomeration?

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Jenny Seim
Technical Writer

What is Non-pressure Agglomeration (also known as agitation agglomeration or tumble-growth agglomeration)?

Non-pressure agglomeration, also known as tumble growth agglomeration, is a process which uses a tumbling motion and binding agent to grow material fines or powders into a spherical pellet form. Non-pressure agglomeration methods include: Pelletizing (rotary drum or disc pelletizer): a process where material fines …

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Considerations in Disc Pelletizer (Pan Granulator) Sizing & Design

This article was co-authored by:

Chris Kozicki
Agglomeration Expert

Carrie Carlson
Technical Writer

Disc Pelletizer (Pan Granulator) Sizing and Design

Disc pelletizers, also commonly called pan granulators, are a type of agitation (tumble-growth/non-pressure/wet granulation) agglomeration equipment used throughout various industries to pelletize fines into rounded granules.  These diverse pelletizing discs are often selected for the refined granular product they produce, their low recycle rate, and …

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