The FEECO Innovation Center receives a wide range of inquiries, with one of the most common questions asked being will my material agglomerate?
Agglomeration is constantly finding its way into new applications, leaving many people wondering if it could be the solution to their material problem. Add to that, even the same type of material can vary incredibly from one source to the next, meaning no two materials are necessarily alike in how they will respond to agglomeration. As a result, FEECO recommends feasibility testing to determine if your unique material will agglomerate.
Through feasibility testing, our lab technicians will not only be able to tell you if the material will agglomerate, but can also recommend:
- The ideal agglomeration method for the particular material.
- The equipment configuration necessary to produce the desired results.
- The binder, if any, that will work best for the material and operational budget.
- Ways to optimize an existing process, if applicable.
The FEECO Innovation Center is equipped for both pressure and non-pressure agglomeration testing. We can to test small batches using single pieces of equipment, and can test in a continuous process loop with agglomeration, drying, particle sizing equipment, and more. There are also many characteristics that can be fine-tuned to produce the desired end product. Properties such as attrition, crush strength, and solubility of agglomerates can all be tested and adjusted for throughout feasibility testing.
For more information on agglomeration testing, contact us today!