Author: David

Since 1993, when he obtained his Mining Engineering Degree from Queen’s University, David has acquired experience in operating roles including many years in post-commissioning operations troubleshooting. Mineral Processing and Metallurgy has become a core strength and passion for Mr. Michaud. Learn more at https://911metallurgist.com/about-us/

Double Roll & Teethed Roll Crusher

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Although its brief period of popularity passed some thirty-odd years since, and only a few sets were installed before interest reverted to other types, the high-speed double roll crusher developed by Thomas A. Edison shortly before the end of the last century warrants a place in any discussion-of crushing equipment. In 1960, the largest machine […]

Rotary Kiln Alignment

Read a great how-to guides on Rotary Kiln Alignment and Alignment of Rotary Kilns as well as this full instruction video.

Rotary Kiln Lining

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The lining of the rotary kiln is of the utmost importance, and great care should not only be exercised in selecting the class of brick, but to see that it is well fitted in the kiln in order that success may be achieved. Fortunately, manufacturers are closely studying the question, and are now producing an […]

Dodge Crusher

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A sectional view of the Dodge jaw crusher here below. The mechanism of this machine is so simple that it is hardly necessary to enlarge upon what can be gained from an examination of the cut.   In one respect, the Dodge machine is a reversal of the actions we have been discussing; its movable […]

Impact Crusher

Impact Crusher

As impact crushing becomes more prevalent in the production of friable as well as some harder types of aggregates, it is natural for those not completely familiar with the process, or recent improvements in technology, to wonder why impactors are being specified in situations previously often considered uneconomical or, at best, marginally feasible for this […]