Tema Process Fluidized bed systems are commonly used for drying and cooling a wide range of chemicals, powders, and granules. The suitability of a material depends on factors such as particle size, moisture content, and thermal stability.
Chemicals That Can Be Dried or Cooled Using a Fluid Bed System
1. Inorganic Chemicals
• Sodium carbonate (soda ash)
• Sodium bicarbonate
• Calcium carbonate
• Ammonium sulfate
• Potassium chloride
• Magnesium sulfate
• Titanium dioxide
• Silica and zeolites
2. Organic Chemicals
• Citric acid
• Maleic anhydride
• Terephthalic acid
• Phthalic anhydride
• Urea
• Adipic acid
3. Pharmaceuticals and Fine Chemicals
• Active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs)
• Lactose and other excipients
• Vitamin powders
• Enzyme powders
4. Polymers and Resins
• Polyvinyl chloride (PVC)
• Polyethylene (PE) granules
• Polypropylene (PP) granules
• Melamine-formaldehyde resin
• Urea-formaldehyde resin
5. Food and Feed Products
• Milk powder
• Coffee and tea extracts
• Starch
• Soy protein
• Animal feed additives
6. Agrochemicals and Fertilizers
• Urea granules
• NPK fertilizers
• Ammonium nitrate
• Pesticide powders
7. Detergents and Surfactants
• Detergent powders
• Sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS)
• Zeolite-based detergent