Material Characteristics to Consider in Gypsum Processing

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Chris Kozicki
Agglomeration Expert

Material Characteristics to Consider in Gypsum Processing

When processing any material, it is important to recognize key characteristics that will affect manufacturing operations and the product generated. Even well-known minerals such as gypsum require testing on a case by case basis to ensure quality results. The following list outlines key material characteristics …

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This Week’s Featured Articles: The Gypsum Wallboard Market, Processing & Uses of Alumina, and the Benefits of Pin Mixers in Pelletizing Limestone

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Carrie Carlson
Technical Writer

Each week on our home page, we feature three articles that are highly relevant under the current market circumstances. This week, we’re highlighting: Gypsum Wallboard Market Seeing Significant Growth Gypsum Wallboard Market Seeing Significant Growth looks at the factors behind the growing demand for gypsum …

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The Basics of Drying Gypsum

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Shane Le Capitaine
Thermal Processing Expert

Drying Gypsum

As the gypsum industry knows, changes in a material’s moisture content will influence manufacturing in many different ways. For example, a reduction in moisture can greatly impact material handling or prepare gypsum for subsequent steps in the manufacturing process. Gypsum dryers, also known as rotary …

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Challenges in Gypsum Processing

This article was co-authored by:

Carrie Carlson
Technical Writer

Chris Kozicki
Agglomeration Expert

Challenges in Gypsum Processing

From drywall to soil amendments, and even tofu, gypsum products surround the average person every day. In fact, the United States alone consumes more than 30 million tons of gypsum annually. Gypsum has many unique characteristics that contribute to its popularity, and gypsum processing works …

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A Look at US Gypsum Production

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Chris Kozicki
Agglomeration Expert

Carrie Carlson
Technical Writer

US Gypsum Production

Gypsum, or hydrous calcium sulfate, is a crucial mineral in the production of everything from wallboard to cement and even many consumer products, surrounding us throughout our daily lives.  United States gypsum production was at an estimated 20 million metric tons (Mt) of crude gypsum …

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What are the Challenges in Processing Gypsum?

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Jenny Seim
Technical Writer

Gypsum Processing, Gypsum Pellets

Gypsum is commonly processed into a soil amendment for its calcium value and ability to naturally aerate compacted soils. Despite its widespread use, some characteristics can make processing gypsum a challenge. First, gypsum is abrasive, and as a result, robust equipment is needed during processing. …

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The Value of Gypsum Pellets

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Chris Kozicki
Agglomeration Expert

Pelletized (Pelletised) Gypsum

The value of gypsum pellets as part of an integrated systems approach to soil management has received increased attention and recognition over the last few decades. As a result, more and more questions have come up regarding gypsum processing equipment and how to effectively manufacture …

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