This Weekโ€™s Featured Articles: Rotary Kilns in Expanded Clay Aggregate Production, Potash Coarse Conditioning Drums, and Incinerator Maintenance During the Pandemic

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Carrie Carlson
Technical Writer

Tire and Trunnion Grinding

Each week on our home page, we feature three articles that are highly relevant under the current market circumstances. This week, weโ€™re highlighting: Rotary Kilns in Expanded Clay Aggregate Production Rotary Kilns in Expanded Clay Aggregate Production looks at how the rotary kiln is used …

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Pelletizing Offers Premium Alternative for Potash and Ammonium Sulfate Fertilizer Granulation

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Chris Kozicki of FEECO International

Chris Kozicki
Agglomeration Expert

Carrie Carlson
Technical Writer

Pelletizing an Alternative for Ammonium Sulfate and Potash Fertilizer Granulation

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 …

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Australia Targets Domestic Potash Production

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Carrie Carlson
Technical Writer

Australia Targets Domestic Potash Production

Australia, a nation that has previously relied solely on imports of potassium, is quickly becoming a hotbed for potash production, particularly when it comes to the high-value MOP alternative, SOP (sulfate of potash). SOP exhibits characteristics that make it especially suitable for many Australian soils …

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Reducing Potash Fertilizer Attrition With a Glazing Circuit

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Shane LeCapitaine

Shane Le Capitaine
Thermal Processing Expert

Carrie Carlson
Technical Writer

Potash Fertilizer Glazing

Despite a challenging agriculture market, potash, the principal source of potassium fertilizers, is expected to see expanded demand in the coming years as feeding the growing population becomes an ever-more-pressing global issue.  While potash producers already put considerable effort into managing product quality, they will …

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An Introduction to Potash Cooling

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Shane LeCapitaine

Shane Le Capitaine
Thermal Processing Expert

Potash Cooling

Potash coolers play a key role in the potash manufacturing process, helping producers bring their products to market efficiently and effectively. And while cooling is a relatively straightforward task, it is still a large undertaking requiring flexibility and expertise in order to consistently and reliably …

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An In-Depth Look at Potash Pelletizing

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Chris Kozicki of FEECO International

Chris Kozicki
Agglomeration Expert

Pelletized (Pelletised) Potash

Potash pelletization is a reliable and beneficial method of processing potash. In fact, it is gaining popularity with fertilizer manufacturers looking for a premium, refined product that delivers nutrients quickly. However, a lot of work is required in order to produce an optimal potash pellet. …

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