From Lithium Byproduct to Potassium Sulfate Fertilizer: Solving the Sodium Sulfate Challenge

This article was co-authored by:

Shane LeCapitaine

Shane Le Capitaine
Thermal Processing Expert

Carrie Carlson
Technical Writer

Sodium sulfate to potassium sulfate fertilizer

An industrial byproduct from the lithium battery industry is putting increasing pressure on producers to find an economic and sustainable outlet for mounting quantities of waste; as the battery industry continues to grow, along with it grows the production of sodium sulfate.  With research underway, …

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De-Risking Graphite Production Through Testing

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Carrie Carlson
Technical Writer

Graphite

Graphite has rapidly emerged as one of the most essential materials in modern industry, largely due to its role in lithium-ion batteries, advanced materials, and high-performance industrial applications. However, producing graphite products that meet increasingly stringent specifications, whether for purity, particle size, or morphology, requires …

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The Importance of Rotary Drum Alignment

This article was co-authored by:

Carrie Carlson
Technical Writer

Craig Peppin, Customer Service Manager at FEECO International

Craig Peppin
Customer Service Manager

Rotary Drum Laser Alignment

Rotary drum alignment is a critical factor in maintaining the long-term performance and reliability of industrial rotary equipmentโ€”whether it’s a dryer, kiln, cooler, or agglomerator. Misalignment is one of the most common and potentially damaging issues encountered in drum operation. And while it may begin …

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Floating Tire Assembly Improves Rotary Drum Operation and Longevity

This article was co-authored by:

Carrie Carlson
Technical Writer

Craig Peppin, Customer Service Manager at FEECO International

Craig Peppin
Customer Service Manager

Rotary Drum Floating Tire Mount

The tire mounting assembly on a rotary drum, whether a dryer, cooler, kiln, or otherwise, goes far beyond a mechanical interface; it ensures proper drum shell support, minimizes wear, and safeguards the equipmentโ€™s long-term service life.ย ย  Over the past several decades, mounting technology has evolved, …

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The Role of the Rotary Dryer in Modern Lithium Refining

This article was co-authored by:

Shane LeCapitaine

Shane Le Capitaine
Thermal Processing Expert

Carrie Carlson
Technical Writer

Rotary Dryer in Modern Lithium Refining

Rotary dryers play an increasingly important role as lithium producers work to meet rising demand for electric vehicles, energy storage, and electronics, pushing operations beyond simple extraction into the production of tightly specified, battery-grade chemicals. Across brine, hard-rock, and emerging clay projects, drying remains a …

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Making the Switch from Reactive to Preventive Maintenance

This article was co-authored by:

Craig Peppin, Customer Service Manager at FEECO International

Craig Peppin
Customer Service Manager

Carrie Carlson
Technical Writer

Rotary Drum Preventative Maintenance

The benefits of a preventive maintenance program are well documented – reduced downtime, lower maintenance costs, improved safety, and longer equipment service life, among others. And yet, many industrial facilities continue to rely on reactive maintenance strategies for their capital equipment, exposing them to unnecessary …

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