An Introduction to Binders in Compaction & Wet Granulation

Learn how agglomeration improves flowability, reduces dust, controls particle size, and enhances bulk material performance across food, chemical, and industrial processing applications.

The industrial landscape has always been defined by continuous evolution, with sustainability and energy efficiency at the forefront of our current technological advancements. One such development is the rise of electric heating in indirect thermal processing.

Agglomeration, a process integral to various industries, involves the consolidation of fine particles into larger, cohesive structures to enhance product performance and handling characteristics. Binders play a pivotal role in this process, specifically in compaction and wet granulation, by promoting adhesion and providing structural integrity to the agglomerates. Several binder types are commonly employed in agglomeration processes, each exhibiting unique properties that influence the final product's quality and functionality. 

Most materials can be successfully treated using one or more of the thermal technologies commercially available today, such as direct, indirect, flash, and radiant drying.

The Bepex FlexTurbulizer was designed specifically to address difficulties seen with materials that often build-up or become sticky when processed with conventional mixers.