Diatomaceous Earth
Immediate Process Control
Diatomaceous earth processing involves proper moisture measurement and control. The initial step involves crushing the material to aggregate size using a hammermill, followed by a process of simultaneous milling and drying. During this stage, diatomite particles are suspended and carried in a stream of hot gases. Flash and rotary dryers are then utilized to reduce the moisture content of the material to around 15 percent, resulting in a powdered form.
In a high-moisture environment, DE will absorb ambient moisture and be less effective. Diatomaceous earth holds up to 150% of its weight in water and contains millions of pores, causing moisture to evaporate rapidly
Moisture measurement is critical in all aspects of the mining process; companies are constantly adjusting moisture to maintain the quality of their product. MoistTech developed a control system that continuously monitors moisture content to allow for immediate line adjustments, avoiding waste and downtime.
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An ideal moisture control system accurately detects the moisture levels at different stages of the process, is easily maintained and can withstand even the harshest of manufacturing conditions. The IR-3000 series of sensors manufactured by MoistTech are specifically designed to be unaffected by ambient light or material variations to be able to provide continuous, repeatable, accurate readings to improve the manufacturing line and product.
Regular measurements of moisture in minerals such as diatomaceous earth remain a necessity for control of drying, thereby reducing treatment costs. Small variations and excess moisture in mixes can result in clumping, affecting quality and consistency; too dry of a product can result in excess dust. Measuring and controlling moisture can reduce transportation costs due to shipping excess water; it also stops products from freezing during shipping and transportation.
Installation
The online sensors can be installed into any hopper, silo, material line, belt, or screw conveyor and the moisture results are displayed on an external display or PC. Installing a moisture measurement system prevents bad products due to undesirable moisture levels. Fine-tuning the setup and process of the manufacturing line allows for instant improvements both in the product and in the efficiency of production.
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