Part Spotlight: Rotary Drum Liners

This article was co-authored by:

Craig Peppin, Customer Service Manager at FEECO International

Craig Peppin
Customer Service Manager

Carrie Carlson
Technical Writer

Rotary Drum Liner

Rotary drum liners protect the drum shell from corrosive or abrasive materials, while also helping to prevent buildup in the drum.  What drum liners are available?  FEECO offers a range of rubber and metal liners for drums of all sizes. Metal liners are available in …

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Maintaining your Gypsum Processing Operation

This article was authored by:

Craig Peppin, Customer Service Manager at FEECO International

Craig Peppin
Customer Service Manager

Gypsum

Keeping up with routine maintenance can be a difficult task. However, following proper maintenance procedures is a must because it is the best way to preserve gypsum processing equipment. Maintaining your gypsum processing operation provides invaluable benefits such as downtime prevention, safer work conditions, and …

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Part Spotlight: Rotary Drum Seals

This article was authored by:

Carrie Carlson
Technical Writer

Rotary Drum Seals

Rotary drum seals provide a seal between the rotating drum and stationary housing. This contributes significantly to process efficiency by preventing air from leaking into the drum’s processing environment.  What seals are available?  FEECO offers a number of seal options depending on the level of …

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Common Trunnion Roller Issues (and What to Look Out For)

This article was co-authored by:

Craig Peppin, Customer Service Manager at FEECO International

Craig Peppin
Customer Service Manager

Carrie Carlson
Technical Writer

Common Trunnion Roller Issues

Trunnion rollers, or trunnion wheels, are a crucial component in the foundation of any rotary drum, providing support to the unit and helping to facilitate smooth rotation.  Ensuring trunnion rollers are properly maintained is essential to avoiding unnecessary downtime and maintenance costs. Knowing where issues …

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Part Spotlight: Breeching Assembly

This article was authored by:

Carrie Carlson
Technical Writer

Rotary Drum Breeching

Rotary drum breechings house the inlet and outlet ends of the rotary drum and provide a place for feed and discharge to occur.  What breechings are available?  FEECO offers both inlet and outlet breechings for rotary drums of all types and in various materials of …

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Part Spotlight: Thrust Rollers

This article was authored by:

Carrie Carlson
Technical Writer

Thrust Roller

Thrust rollers, also sometimes referred to as thrust idlers, are a crucial part of a rotary drum’s base, preventing the drum from drifting longitudinally on its axis.    What thrust rollers are available?  FEECO can supply thrust rollers in sizes ranging from 7-¾” – 48” …

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Part Spotlight: Rotary Drum Tires

This article was authored by:

Carrie Carlson
Technical Writer

Rotary Drum Tire

Rotary drum tires, also known as riding rings, are a structural component of the rotary drum, facilitating smooth and concentric rotation and providing support to the drum shell.  What drum tires are available?  FEECO supplies tires in 1045, 4140, and 4340 stainless steel. Sizes are …

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