What is the effect of material moisture content on fertilizer granulator?

In the fertilizer production process, the moisture content of the material is a key factor, which directly affects the working efficiency and product quality of the fertilizer granulator. The following is the effect of material moisture content on the fertilizer granulator:

1. Fluidity

If the moisture content of the material is too high, it will cause the material to be too viscous and the fluidity will be poor. This will directly affect the conveying efficiency of the material in the fertilizer granulator, making the granulation process difficult.

2. Formability

Material with too high moisture content is not easy to be compressed and formed when passing through the fertilizer granulator. This may cause problems such as uneven particles, loose particles or inability to form particles, thereby affecting the quality of the finished fertilizer. On the contrary, if the moisture content is too low, the viscosity and plasticity of the material will be reduced, which will also affect the forming effect of the particles.

3. Product quality

The moisture content of the material has a direct impact on the quality of the fertilizer. Excessive moisture may cause product return.That is the particles will become soft, sticky or deformed again due to excessive moisture during drying or storage. While too low moisture content may cause the product to be loose and fragile, affecting the use effect.

4. Energy consumption

When the moisture content of the material is too high, the granulator needs to consume more energy to overcome the resistance caused by the stickiness and moisture of the material. This will not only increase the production cost, but may also have a negative impact on the wear and life of the granulator.

5. Other effects

The moisture content of the material may also affect the fermentation process, storage stability and environmental protection of the fertilizer. For example, excessive moisture may cause a large amount of leachate to be produced during the fermentation process, causing environmental problems. At the same time, high moisture may also cause the fertilizer to deteriorate, mold or attract pests during storage.

Therefore, in order to ensure the efficient operation of the fertilizer granulator and the quality of the fertilizer, the moisture content of the material must be strictly controlled. According to different fertilizer formulas and granulation processes, the moisture content is adjusted to the most appropriate range to achieve high-quality and efficient fertilizer production.