An Introduction to Potash Cooling

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Shane LeCapitaine

Shane Le Capitaine
Thermal Processing Expert

Potash Cooling

Potash coolers play a key role in the potash manufacturing process, helping producers bring their products to market efficiently and effectively. And while cooling is a relatively straightforward task, it is still a large undertaking requiring flexibility and expertise in order to consistently and reliably …

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Rotary Coolers: Convective vs. Indirect Water Deluge

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Shane LeCapitaine

Shane Le Capitaine
Thermal Processing Expert

Carrie Carlson
Technical Writer

Rotary Coolers

Rotary coolers offer an effective approach to cooling bulk solids exiting a rotary kiln or dryer, allowing material to safely move on to packaging, handling, or transport.  These diverse industrial coolers are available in two primary configurations: convective (direct) and indirect water deluge, each with …

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Bulk Solids Drying & Cooling: When to Choose Rotary

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Shane LeCapitaine

Shane Le Capitaine
Thermal Processing Expert

Carrie Carlson
Technical Writer

Bulk Solids Drying and Cooling: When to Choose Rotary

The field of bulk solids is incredibly diverse, encompassing industries ranging from food and pharmaceuticals to fertilizers and process by-products. Processing bulk solids into a ready feedstock or end product can involve an array of process techniques, from crushing and mixing to high temperature techniques …

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Service Spotlight: Tire Grinding

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Carrie Carlson
Technical Writer

Rotary Drum Tire (Tyre) Wear (Tire Grinding Service)

Tire and trunnion wheel grinding is an essential aspect of rotary drum maintenance, whether working with a dryer, cooler, kiln, or granulator. Problems starting with tires and trunnion wheels can quickly propagate throughout the rest of the drum, causing premature equipment failure. For this reason, …

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Proper Rotary Drum Base Installation

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Carrie Carlson
Technical Writer

Rotary Drum Base Installation

Rotary drums, whether serving as a dryer, cooler, kiln, or otherwise, are essential process components in many industrial processes. In addition to being operationally critical, they also represent a significant capital investment. As such, prolonging rotary drum life through preventive maintenance is a key priority …

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