Granulation Systems: Transforming Materials for Enhanced Performance

At Opex Industries, we specialize in state-of-the-art granulation systems that convert powders and fine materials into uniform, durable granules. From wet and dry granulation to advanced melt and spray systems, our solutions are tailored to improve material flow, reduce dust, and enhance product quality. Designed for various industries, our granulation systems ensure consistent performance and seamless integration into your production processes.

Our Solutions

Wet Granulation Systems

• Use a liquid binder to agglomerate particles into granules.
• Key Features:
  • Uniform granule size and shape.
  • Often combined with drying systems for final product
    stabilization.
• Types:
  • High-Shear Granulators: Rapid mixing and agglomeration in a
    high-energy environment.
  • Fluid Bed Granulators: Use air to fluidize particles while
    spraying a binder solution.
  • Extrusion Granulators: Push materials through a die to form
    cylindrical granules.

Dry Granulation Systems

• Compact powders into larger particles without using a liquid binder.
• Key Features:
  • Suitable for moisture-sensitive materials.
  • Produces dense, durable granules.
• Types:
  • Roller Compactors: Compress powders between rollers to form
    ribbons, later milled into granules.
  • Slugging Systems: Compact powders into large tablets or slugs,
    then break them into granules.

Melt Granulation Systems

• Use heat to melt a binder, which solidifies upon cooling to form granules.

• Key Features:
  • No need for solvents or additional drying.
  • Produces spherical granules with high mechanical strength.

Spray Granulation Systems

• Combine spray drying and granulation by spraying liquid onto fluidized particles, which agglomerate as the liquid evaporates.

• Key Features:
  • Produces porous granules with excellent solubility.
  • Ideal for heat-sensitive materials.

Oscillating Granulators

• Use oscillating motion to press materials through a mesh or screen.

• Key Features:
  • Suitable for breaking down slugs or compacted materials into
    uniform granules.
  • Adjustable granule size based on screen mesh.

Pan Granulation Systems

• Use rotating pans or discs to agglomerate powders with a binder.
• Key Features:
  • Produces round, uniform granules.
  • Simple and cost-effective.

Continuous Granulation Systems

• Provide a steady flow of granules through continuous mixing,
  agglomeration, and drying processes.
• Key Features:
  • High throughput.
  • Consistent product quality.

Applications of Granulation Systems

• Pharmaceuticals
  • Converting powders into granules for tablets or capsules.
  • Example: Wet granulation systems creating uniform granules for drug formulation.

• Food and Beverage
  • Producing instant powders, seasonings, or granulated sugar.
  • Example: Spray granulation systems forming porous granules for instant beverages.

• Chemical Industry
  • Granulating fine chemicals for improved handling and storage.
  • Example: Dry granulation systems compacting powders for industrial chemicals.

• Recycling
  • Granulating waste materials like plastics or metals for reuse.
  • Example: Melt granulation systems transforming recycled polymers into durable granules.

• Energy Sector
  • Granulating biomass or alternative fuels for efficient combustion.
  • Example: Roller compactors forming dense biofuel pellets.

• Detergents and Cleaning Products
  • Producing granulated powders for laundry or industrial cleaners.
  • Example: Spray granulation systems forming granules with controlled dissolution rates.

• Mining and Minerals
  • Producing granulated ores or raw materials for processing.
  • Example: Pan granulators creating uniform mineral granules for smelting.