Agglomeration With Fluid-Bed Conditioning: Three Methods

Agglomeration brings particles together to create larger particles. The resulting granules are easier to handle and less dusty than fine powders and have other desirable properties too. This article discusses agglomeration methods for producing granules that can be quickly reconstituted in liquid. Each of the methods discussed - fines-return, impingement, and rewet agglomeration - is a form of growth-tumble agglomeration and incorporates fluid-bed conditioning.