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 …
From foods to minerals, a variety of industries use industrial coolers to cool bulk solids for subsequent handling, storage, or transportation. When selecting industrial cooling equipment, the choice often comes down to a rotary cooler or a fluid bed cooler. In general, rotary coolers have …
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 …
While nickel is perhaps most commonly known for its use in coins, it is also an important material in many industrial processes. Nickel’s high melting point, ductility, and resistance to corrosion when alloyed lends itself to a wide range of industrial applications and materials, making …
In 2015, the global fly ash market was estimated to be valued at 40 billion USD. A recent industry analysis by Research Nester anticipates the market will reach an estimated 70 billion USD by the end of 2023 – a 7.1% CAGR owing to increasing …
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, …
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 …
A rotary drum is the backbone of many types of rotary equipment, including dryers, coolers, kilns, and granulators. While the type of rotary equipment will dictate a number of key features of the unit, the rotary drum itself consists of several standard components that allow …
Rotary drums are widely used throughout industrial production facilities to accomplish a variety of objectives, including drying, cooling, granulation, coating, and more. While rotary drum equipment is recognized for its reliability and longevity, challenges can arise, with the most common being buildup, corrosion, and abrasion. …
Whether a rotary drum is being used as a dryer, kiln, cooler, or otherwise, it is often a key process component in a production setting. As a result, downtime for the rotary drum can have the potential to hold an entire operation on idle. For …