Kettle calciner
Kettle calciner
Kettle Calciner
A Kettle Calciner is a specialized machine designed for heating gypsum to produce plaster. This process, called calcination, transforms gypsum into a powdery material used in construction, decorative applications, and gypsum board manufacturing. The Kettle Calciner’s indirect heating method ensures the gypsum is processed evenly, resulting in reliable, high-quality plaster.
How Does It Work?
- Loading the Gypsum: Crushed gypsum is added to the calciner’s kettle, a large, enclosed steel tank.
- Heating Process: The kettle is surrounded by an indirect heating system. This ensures that the gypsum is gently and evenly heated without burning.
- Transformation into Plaster: As the temperature reaches around 150-180°C, the gypsum loses water and transforms into plaster of Paris (hemihydrate gypsum).
- Mixing System: Agitators inside the kettle keep the gypsum moving, ensuring uniform heating and preventing clumps.
- Plaster Discharge: Once ready, the finished plaster is automatically released and is ready for use or packaging.
Kettle Capacity
Compare to Flash Calcining?
Kettle Calciner:
- Produces plaster with superior quality for decorative and construction purposes.
- Suitable for gypsum boards, but the final product is slightly less refined than that made with flash-calcined plaster.
Flash Calcining:
- Designed specifically for gypsum board production, producing plaster with excellent bonding strength and faster drying times.
- Less suitable for high-precision decorative applications.
In summary, the Kettle Calciner is a versatile solution for producing high-quality plaster. While it may not match the Flash Calcining for gypsum board production, it’s a reliable and efficient option for many other applications. Contact us to find out how this system can meet your production needs!
