Maximizing the reliability and service life of a rotary dryer is the focus of many plant managers. One of the most important, but most overlooked aspects of rotary drum maintenance is ensuring proper alignment, or the positioning of the drum on its bases. Why Rotary …
The disc pelletizer, also known as a pan granulator, is a preferred approach to agitation agglomeration (wet granulation) for soil amendment producers, mineral processors, and chemical manufacturers, favored for its high on-size yield, ability to fine-tune product, and the premium round granules it produces. And …
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 in 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 …
As supply chains continue to experience unpredictability due to a range of factors, FEECO is recommending plant managers and maintenance personnel stock up on essential OEM parts to keep production moving across operations in every industrial setting. Here’s a look at the situation and what …
This week’s photo highlights a graphite block. Graphite blocks are placed above the trunnion wheel, on the opposite side of the drive base, and leave a coating of graphite on the trunnion wheel as the drum rotates. The coating helps reduce wear on the tire as it …
While plant managers weigh many considerations in assessing rotary drum repair or replacement in their production line, one often-forgotten aspect that is pivotal to the decision is how accessible the drum is to service personnel. Drum accessibility can have a drastic influence on the costs …
The right parts and service support can make all the difference in minimizing unnecessary downtime and maintenance costs. However, finding a provider that can serve all of your parts and service needs, no matter what brand(s) of equipment you’re working with, can be a challenge. …
Rotary dryers and kilns are an integral part of the many industrial processes that shape our world. From fertilizer and chemical production, to ore beneficiation and even consumer products, these rotary drums provide a reliable, high-capacity setting for accomplishing a number of necessary objectives when …
When it comes time to carry out rotary drum services, be it on a dryer, cooler, kiln, or granulator, one of the first questions we receive from our customers is: What do you need from us? The following provides basic guidelines on preparing for a …