What is the granulation process like in NPK fertilizer production?
Granulation is the core step in NPK fertilizer production , directly determining the uniformity, strength, nutrient distribution, and application effect of fertilizer granules. It is the key link between raw material mixing and finished product forming. Its core principle is to agglomerate nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, and trace elements into standardized granules through physical or chemical processes. This ensures both uniform nutrient coating and granule stability, adapting to the needs of agricultural fertilization scenarios. Currently, the mainstream NPK fertilizer granulation processes are divided into three categories, adapting to different production scales and product requirements. High-tower melt granulation is the preferred method for large-scale, high-end products. Molten urea or ammonium nitrate is thoroughly mixed with phosphorus and potassium raw materials to form a fluid slurry. This slurry is then sprayed down from the top of a 100-meter-high tower through specializ...