As a significant investment and key process device, getting the most out of a rotary drum is a central focus in any production setting. When properly maintained, rotary drums can provide reliable performance for decades. If not properly maintained, however, seemingly-small issues have the potential …
Feedstock inconsistency is a major cause of issues bulk solids processing operations. As such, ensuring a consistent feedstock is often the first step to mitigating potential problems, streamlining production, and improving end product quality. A wide variety of complications may result from an inconsistent feedstock, …
The FEECO Customer Service Team can cater to a variety of your needs, from field services such as equipment inspections, to the development of custom maintenance programs. Our team has the expertise to provide you with the best services in the industry. The FEECO Customer …
Rotary drums can be configured to serve as a variety of different pieces of equipment, including a rotary dryer, cooler, kiln, granulator, or even a coating drum. With such diverse employment, these robust systems can be used to accomplish a variety of goals across a …
Whether producing a single nutrient product, a complex fertilizer, specialty product, or even a soil amendment, fertilizer and soil conditioner producers rely on their operation to meet the increasingly demanding needs of the industry. When problems arise, or inefficiencies occur, it quickly translates into substantial …
This week’s photo highlights one of FEECO’s many replacement/spare parts: the thrust roller. Thrust rollers are a standard component to any rotary drum, from rotary dryers and coolers, to granulators and kilns. They ride on the downhill and uphill edge of the tire, and are …
Rotary kilns, like any other high-performing piece of equipment, need regular inspection and maintenance to ensure ideal operation. The list below highlights the areas of a kiln that should consistently be inspected: Refractory. Direct heat can cause the kiln’s refractory to become tremendously dry, …
The trunnion wheel, also known as a trunnion roller, is a key structural component of any rotary drum base. What trunnion wheels are available? FEECO supplies trunnion wheels in 4140 or 4340 stainless steel. Sizes are available all the way up to 48” in diameter. …
The girth gear is part of the drive assembly of a rotary drum. This assembly type uses interlocking girth and pinion gears to drive rotation of the drum. What girth gear types and sizes are available? FEECO can provide gears ranging in size from 60” …
The installation of a new rotary drum, be it a dryer, cooler, agglomerator, or otherwise, requires careful consideration. To ensure your drum is properly installed, take a look at the following guidelines: Have a Service Technician on Site A service technician from the manufacturer should …