Drying potash is a vital aspect of processing the ore into a usable form for the fertilizer production process, as well as in finishing product coming off of the fertilizer production line. The following article highlights the basics of potash drying, including benefits, equipment, and …
Potassium and ammonium salts are essential in supplementing crop nutritional requirements. While the granulation of these materials has traditionally been carried out via roll compaction, the demand for a more round and less angular product is causing some fertilizer producers to introduce an additional production …
Potash production is on the rise across the globe as demand for the nutrient continues to grow, thanks to a few global trends. Several new projects and plant upgrades are in the works, especially when it comes to the increasingly popular MOP alternative, potassium sulfate …
Potash fertilizer production has been on a steady growth path as requirements for the material rise in the face of global food demand. Producers the world over are working to bring additional production online, particularly when it comes to new and novel sources of the …
The unique characteristics of potash can present challenges during processing, whether it is being processed via pelletization or compaction granulation. Potash, and many other salts, are hygroscopic, meaning they easily absorb and retain moisture from the environment. As a result, potash is prone to clumping …
As the world population grows, the reality of just how critical potash will be in meeting the needs of the future, particularly in the form of fertilizer, has become ever-more apparent, putting a spotlight on the mineral and its supply chain, and causing a rise …
The burgeoning potassium sulfate (SOP) fertilizer market is not just pushing demand for the increasingly popular alternative to potassium chloride (MOP); it’s also calling for more of the equipment needed to process the compound into a market-ready product, especially when it comes to drying – …
A potash processing facility includes many pieces of equipment that are not only a big financial investment, but also critical to daily operation. In order to protect investments, prevent costly downtime, and extend the life of equipment, regular potash equipment maintenance is a necessity. Potash …
As emission regulations continue to tighten around every industry in an effort to fight climate change, producers in the potash industry have increasingly been focusing their efforts on cutting emissions. And with the potash drying process accounting for a significant portion of the sector’s emissions, …
This week’s photo shows four distinct potash samples that were agglomerated in the FEECO Innovation Center. Each sample varies in color, depending on both mining location and binder used during processing. Potash is commonly mined in Canada and parts of the United States, with colors …