Drying is a critical aspect of mineral processing; throughout the journey from ore to end product, the ability to control moisture content helps to reduce shipping costs, streamline downstream processing, and produce a refined product. While mineral dryers may appear the same as other industrial …
Although it may seem like a good opportunity for cost savings, a one-size-fits-all approach to rotary dryer design typically yields a dryer that is ill-equipped, resulting in a number of unseen costs associated with product that is under-dried, over-dried, or in most cases, a mix …
This week’s photo, taken in the FEECO Fabrication facility, shows a FEECO employee using a laser shaft alignment tool to properly align the coupling on the shafts of a drive assembly. The coupling joins the shafts between the drive motor and reducer. The shafts are …
Activated alumina is a form of aluminum oxide (Al2O3) with a myriad of industrial uses. A recent industry report by Grand View Research estimates the activated alumina market will see a CAGR of 5.4% up to 2025, largely as a result of its use in …
Rotary kilns are incredibly diverse in their processing capabilities, a characteristic that has pushed them into a growing number of applications. And while rotary kilns are reliable machines, they can experience issues, especially when not properly designed, monitored, or maintained. Knowing why such issues occur, …
In today’s industrial landscape, catalysts are essential for facilitating various processes, promoting sustainability, and reducing harmful emissions. However, the extensive use of catalysts leads to the generation of significant amounts of spent catalysts, which pose a unique set of challenges for waste management. As the …
As society continues to move toward more sustainable waste management methods, an alternative technique for handling EAF dust has been gaining interest: EAF dust recycling via reduction roasting. The Problem with EAF Dust EAF dust is a by-product of the steel production process, and refers …
The best way to control material build-up in a rotary dryer is to prevent it in the first place. Custom Flight Design. Build-up can be prevented through the design of less aggressive flights, or material lifters. Material tends to build-up in sharp corners, and a …
The ongoing push to implement more sustainable practices continues to be at the forefront of every aspect of industrial processing. In this effort, high-temperature kilns, or rotary kilns, are turning out to be pivotal equipment in the effort to bring about positive change, both directly …
Recent advancements have made rotary kiln alignment methods faster and more effective than ever. Misalignment is one of the most common (and most treatable) causes of rotary kiln damage. Alignment touches all components of a rotary kiln, with misalignment promoting wear on all parts. In …