Bentonite Grinding Plant in Turkey

Bentonite Grinding Plant in Turkey

Bentonite grinding plant case in Turkey. HGM ultrafine mill producing 200-325 mesh bentonite powder for foundry, drilling, and civil engineering. Equipment and performance.

This case study presents a detailed account of a real-world grinding mill installation project by LIMING, including project background, equipment selection rationale, installation process, commissioning results, and ongoing operational performance. The information is based on actual project data and customer feedback, providing valuable reference for similar projects.

Project Background

Turkey is one of the world's largest bentonite producers. A processor in Edirne required a grinding plant to produce 200-325 mesh sodium-activated bentonite powder for foundry sand bonding and oil well drilling fluid.

Process and Equipment

The line included: rotary dryer (reducing moisture from 25% to 8%), sodium activation mixer (adding sodium carbonate), aging silos (48 hours), HGM90L ultrafine mill (200-325 mesh at 4 t/h), cyclone, bag filter, and big bag packaging.

Product Performance

The ground sodium-activated bentonite achieved a yield of 25 m3/ton (API yield), meeting API Specification 13A Section 11 for drilling-grade bentonite. For foundry applications, green compressive strength reached 0.8 kg/cm2. The HGM mill's gentle grinding preserved the montmorillonite platelet structure, which is critical for swelling and bonding properties.

Project Insights & Lessons Learned

This project demonstrates the importance of proper equipment selection, professional installation, and comprehensive operator training for successful grinding mill operations. Key success factors include thorough material analysis before equipment selection, adherence to installation specifications, regular preventive maintenance, and prompt response to operational issues. LIMING's comprehensive service framework addresses each of these factors, ensuring long-term equipment reliability and customer satisfaction.

Why Customers Choose LIMING

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