As the role of catalysts in industry continues to grow, catalyst manufacturing research and development continues to rise. In this effort, the FEECO Innovation Center serves as a critical testing environment for producers looking to improve existing products or develop new ones. The following looks …
Rotary drums have long been a cornerstone in catalyst manufacturing, particularly for incipient wetness impregnation—a critical step in catalyst preparation. FEECO International, a leader in custom rotary drum design and manufacturing, has extensive experience in engineering equipment that delivers precision, efficiency, and customization. Combined with …
Catalyst size and shape play a crucial role in optimizing reaction efficiency. As the chemical industry pushes for more effective processes, spherical catalysts produced through pelletizing (wet granulation) have emerged as a solution with significant advantages in many settings. This article examines the importance of …
Rotary dryers play a crucial role in catalyst manufacturing, where the drying step is essential for ensuring the final product meets precise standards. Though often overlooked, drying significantly influences key properties like uniformity, mechanical strength, and moisture content. This article explores the importance of the …
In the ever-evolving catalyst industry, rotary drums stand out as indispensable equipment. These versatile machines are pivotal to various stages of the catalyst production process. More recently, they have also been employed in spent catalyst regeneration, improving both the sustainability and economics of catalytic reactions. …
After decades of production, rotary kilns used for calcination in catalyst plants and manufacturing facilities are reaching the end of their service life. Producers looking to replace their aging calcination equipment are quick to order a duplicate system, but what many don’t realize is that …
Catalysts have become a cornerstone of modern industrial processing, bringing otherwise-out-of-reach processes into the realm of practicality, maximizing the efficiency of reactions, and promoting more sustainable industrial processes; the extent to which catalysts impact modern industry are nearly immeasurable. The effectiveness of any catalyst rests …
Catalyst regeneration via thermal desorption has emerged as a solution for industries grappling with spent catalysts, which pose liability risks and waste management challenges. As processors seek to lower operating costs and minimize their environmental footprint, many are turning to catalyst regeneration through this thermal …
In the face of growing demand, catalyst manufacturers are increasingly looking to rotary kiln maintenance programs to avert the escalating costs associated with downtime. Rotary Kiln Maintenance in the Catalyst Market When properly engineered and manufactured, rotary kilns are a reliable processing device, but they …