As demand for lithium continues to surge, the rising use of novel lithium sources, paired with the growing need to maximize process efficiency and the push for a circular economy, are all driving research and development work around extracting and recovering lithium. Findings from Grand …
An industrial byproduct from the lithium battery industry is putting increasing pressure on producers to find an economic and sustainable outlet for mounting quantities of waste; as the battery industry continues to grow, along with it grows the production of sodium sulfate. With research underway, …
Research and development work around carbon capture has been on the rise, particularly when it comes to sorbents – the materials tasked with extracting CO2 in a range of advancing carbon capture applications. As companies work to scale this decarbonization technology, facilities such as the …
While countless hours go into developing a process, engineering the right equipment, and selecting the best vendors, one often-overlooked but critical aspect of a successful production line is the recycle loop, particularly when it comes to processing bulk solids. A bulk solids plant is not …
More than 30 million tonnes of potash are produced worldwide each year, making it an important mineral for a number of product manufacturers, as well as an integral component in fruitful crop production. However, potash’s widespread use does not mean it is always easy to …
Limestone processing equipment plays a critical role in transforming quarried limestone into a variety of valuable products, but the material’s diverse characteristics often present unique challenges in production. From its variable chemical composition to its tendency for buildup and abrasion, limestone can complicate operations if …
Disc pelletizer training is a commonly overlooked, but essential aspect to a successful pelletizing operation. Pelletizing material on a disc pelletizer is considered a blend of both art and science; a number of variables must be balanced to maintain consistent product throughput and produce an …
Coating, typically carried out in a coating drum, is a finishing process used prolifically throughout industries working with agglomerates to meet a wide variety of objectives. A surface treatment for particles, coating can enhance specific characteristics of a pellet, granule, or other agglomerate, be it a …
Choosing a binder is one of the most important aspects of the agitation agglomeration (wet granulation) process. With implications on both the process and end use, selecting the appropriate binder requires careful consideration and often testing to evaluate different options. As the leading expert in …
While much of the soil health discussion has centered around fertilizer use, soil amendments and conditioners are an equally critical tool in soil restoration efforts and our ability to feed the anticipated 9 billion people inhabiting the earth by 2050. While fertilizers deliver the nutrients …