What Processes Can Rotary Kilns Carry Out?

This article was co-authored by:

Jenny Seim
Technical Writer

Alex Ebben
Process and Sales Engineer

Common Rotary Kiln Processes

Rotary kilns, an advanced type of thermal processing equipment, are used to cause a chemical reaction or physical change in a solid material through the use of high temperatures. They are frequently utilized to carry out the following processes: Rotary kilns are seen in a variety …

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What is Retention Time?

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Jenny Seim
Technical Writer

What is Rotary Dryer (Drier) Retention Time

In regards to rotary dryer use, retention time is the duration of time that a material must remain in the dryer to achieve the desired end-product characteristics. Retention time is an important consideration to the dryer design, and is defined by looking at the specific …

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Introduction to Activated Carbon

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Carrie Carlson
Technical Writer

Alex Ebben
Process and Sales Engineer

Introduction to Activated Carbon

Activated carbon, sometimes called activated charcoal, is a unique adsorbent prized for its extremely porous structure that allows it to effectively capture and hold materials. Widely used throughout a number of industries to remove undesirable components from liquids or gases, activated carbon can be applied …

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What is a Rotary Kiln Bed Disturber?

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Jenny Seim
Technical Writer

What is a Rotary Kiln Bed Disturber

Bed disturbers are used in both direct and indirect-fired rotary kilns to promote uniform heating of the material. The bed of material should roll, not slide, throughout the kiln in order to expose fresh material to the process. This rolling action allows for even heat …

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Rotary Kiln Process Optimization

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Alex Ebben
Process and Sales Engineer

Carrie Carlson
Technical Writer

Rotary Kiln System Optimization, Rotary Kiln Process Audit

Rotary kilns have become an integral processing device throughout many industries. Capable of facilitating chemical reactions and phase changes, they are applied to a diverse range of applications, from metal recovery, to specialty chemical production, and carbon activation, to name a few. In fact, the …

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