Atritor Alchemy
We use the knowledge gained over 90 years to deliver bespoke solutions through drying, milling and separation. We design processes that take raw materials and manufacturing bi-products and turn them into value-added products. We have the technical expertise to process materials using single or multi-stage operations to ensure products meet your exact specifications.
Drying
Our drying technologies can reduce feeds from 95% moisture to less than 1%. Our plants provide evaporative rates up to 8,000 kg/hr.
Designing a drying process requires recognition of the characteristics of a material, in particular how it may be adversely affected by heat.
Fine Milling
Our range of equipment can mill a wide range of materials to a mean particle size as low as 20 microns.
Depending on the material, our machines can achieve a much finer powder. With a combination of deagglomeration and milling, we can get down to less than 5 -10 microns.
Deagglomeration
Used for breaking down large clusters or agglomerates of particles into smaller, individual particles.
Particularly useful when it is essential to have consistent and uniform particle sizes for optimal product performance and quality.
Classifying
For applications where a tightly controlled particle size distribution or top-size is required, or when there is a need to remove impurities.
A classifier can be an integral part of a mill, operate in-line with a mill or function as a separate circuit.
Scoping & Testing
Our project teams work with our clients to identify their requirements and understand their particular industry and application. From the first meeting we focus on the commercial viability of a process solution.
“Atritor have the end-to-end solution that allowed us to quickly satisfy more customers that want to increase the quality of their product and to enter the market for very fine products.”
Boris Brus
Head of Marketing and R&D Director – Calcit
We understand that our clients need to create value, so we use our knowledge to produce an initial feasibility study. We include the estimated capital and operational costs involved.
This transparent way of working means that we share a common goal with our clients from the outset – to create value and efficiency.
Pilot Plant
We have a production scale Pilot Plant facility in the UK to test materials and prove process requirements at scale. It is supported by a well equipped laboratory with a range of techniques for analysis.
The Pilot Plant can test up to 2 tonnes per hour to calculate particle size, density, moisture and carbon content. Plus power consumption, capacity, thermal demand and scale up throughput rates.
This data provides our design engineers with the insight to provide a bespoke solution for a specific material.
Design
Our in-house dedicated design team produce bespoke full plant designs, using the latest 3D and 2D software systems.
For every project we design and specify a full process package.
Typical Process
All Atritor plants are air-swept and material is conveyed through the system in the air stream. Feed material is metered into the inlet air stream, using a variety of variable speed devices depending on material characteristics. After the process operation the finished product is discharged from the drying/milling unit and carried in the air stream to the product collector.
Manufacture & Commissioning
We have manufacturing facilities including an alloyed iron foundry, machine shop and assembly operation, giving us complete control of the production process and our stock of spare parts.
Installation and commissioning support and flexible supply of spare parts.
We pride ourselves on providing a complete solution for customers including operator training, installation and commissioning assistance by experienced engineers.
