There are many factors to consider when it comes to potash processing, particularly in choosing the method of granulation: pelletizing (wet granulation) or compaction. While both potash processing solutions yield successful product results, there are several dynamics that help determine the best-suited method for individual …
This week’s photo illustrates the before and after of pelletized recycled glass. Glass bound for reuse is taken from recycling bins to a glass treatment plant where, after sorting, it is crushed up to be made into new glass products. This crushed glass is referred …
Our Photo of the Week shows two disc pelletizers being fabricated at the FEECO fabrication center, around the mid-1960’s. Disc pelletizers, also commonly called pan pelletizers or pan granulators, are used to convert materials from a fine dust, into a granular pellet. Used in many …
A strong agriculture sector is crucial to the success of any nation’s economy and has been a pivotal part of United States history, and how we got to where we are today. Livestock production is an important subsector because, in addition to producing food for …
Having been in business since 1951, we’ve met some great people and made a lot of lasting relationships along the way. Many of our customers have been with us since their inception, and we’ve helped them to develop their processes and technologies as their business grew. As a company …
The photo of the week this week comes to us from the FEECO archives. This photo, dating back to the early 1950’s, shows a FEECO engineer examining various pan pelletizers. Available in a wide range of sizes, pan pelletizers, also commonly called disc pelletizers or …
The challenges presented by the handling of material fines is an issue faced across many industries. Whether working with fertilizers, ores, or coal, materials which are difficult to handle, or dusty, can benefit greatly from agglomeration. Because there are many processes by which a material …
The following piece is an excerpt from an article was written by Charles R. Harbison and presented at the 10th Annual Bulk Material Handling Seminar in 1977. It has since been edited and condensed for the purpose of this article. Continued from Part 2 Continued …
The following piece is an excerpt from an article written by Charles R. Harbison and presented at the 10th Annual Bulk Material Handling Seminar in 1977. It has since been edited and condensed for the purpose of this article. Continued from Part 1 The techniques …
The following piece is an excerpt from an article written by Charles R. Harbison and presented at the 10th Annual Bulk Material Handling Seminar in 1977. It has since been edited and condensed for the purpose of this article. ABSTRACT Agglomeration is an old technique. …