Experimental Analysis of Consolidated Material Flow througha Roller Press with a Non -Symmetrical Compaction Unit
1232-9312
Abstract
One of the essential aspects of the operation of roller presses is the proper transfer of feed in the feeder. It hasa significant influence on the correct course of the compaction and consolidation process, the product quality, and the intensity ofthe wear of the moulding components. This article presents the current knowledge about the flow of material in a gravity feeder.It has been noted that the works being published are only related to symmetrical compaction unit designed for briquetting.Considering the dynamic development of the dry granulation process in which the shape of the consolidated product is notimportant, visualisation tests were carried out to survey the flow of material in a non-symmetrical compaction unit used toagglomerate the material. Different configurations of the drive system have been taken into account, and the results so obtainedhave been included in this study. They were used to acquire knowledge about the phenomena occurring on the surface of thematerial with the operating elements and can help to further improve the roller press non-symmetrical compaction unit and tooperate these machines in a correct way.