Rotary kilns are widely used across industries that require precise, high-temperature heating of materials, such as mineral processing, chemical production, and waste management. Understanding the differences between direct and indirect-fired designs is critical for engineers seeking the right equipment for specific thermal processing requirements; while …
Rotary kilns are used across a number of industries to cause a chemical reaction or phase change in a material. This high-temperature thermal treatment can be used to carry out a variety of different objectives, from catalyst activation to aluminum decoating. The number of applications …
Soda ash, or sodium carbonate (Na2CO3), is a versatile alkali material, critical in the production of a litany of products and materials. From detergents and chemicals, to consumer products and water softeners, this material can be found in many of the products we interact with throughout …
Catalysts continue to play a growing role in modern industry, carrying out an array of processes that otherwise might not be possible, promoting more sustainable industries through efficient processing, reducing toxic emissions, and more. As the use of catalysts grows, so too does the amount …
Rotary kilns (also known as rotary calciners) are used to heat solids to a predetermined temperature in a controlled processing environment in order to create a chemical and/or physical reaction. While rotary kilns have long been used in producing cement, their flexible capabilities have extended …
Rotary kilns (also known as rotary calciners) are used to heat solids to a predetermined temperature in a controlled processing environment in order to create a chemical and/or physical reaction. While rotary kilns have long been used in producing cement, their flexible capabilities have extended …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …