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[[File:Pelletizers_1.jpg|thumb|200px|right|Pelletizers]] | [[File:Pelletizers_1.jpg|thumb|200px|right|Pelletizers]] | ||
'''Pelletizers''' are process machines that form materials into pellets for use in subsequent operations. | '''Pelletizers''' are process machines that form materials into pellets for use in subsequent operations. | ||
==Common Types== | ==Common Types== | ||
There are many different types of products. Examples include [[Disc | There are many different types of products. Examples include [[Disc Pelletizers]], [[Drum Pelletizers]], and Strand Pelletizers. | ||
===Disc or pan pelletizers=== | ===Disc or pan pelletizers=== | ||
Disc or pan pelletizers are continuous-process machines which add raw materials to a large process vessel (the pan) and then spray the particles with water. As the pan rotates, the moistened materials form intermediate-sized particles and then larger agglomerations which exit the equipment. | Disc or pan pelletizers are continuous-process machines which add raw materials to a large process vessel (the pan) and then spray the particles with water. As the pan rotates, the moistened materials form intermediate-sized particles and then larger agglomerations which exit the equipment. | ||