Agglomeration Binders
Special Binder Solutions by MAXTON
Beyond conventional binder types, MAXTON Industrial Co., Ltd. has developed a series of special-purpose binders to meet the demands of modern briquetting industries. These advanced binders address complex challenges like moisture sensitivity, extreme temperature conditions, and energy efficiency.
Here are a few examples of MAXTON’s specialized binder technologies:
1. High-Temperature Binders for Dust and Iron Ore Briquetting
In steelmaking and metallurgy, briquettes often enter blast furnaces, rotary kilns, or electric arc furnaces, where they are exposed to extremely high temperatures and reducing environments. MAXTON offers refractory-grade binders specifically formulated for:
- Iron ore fines
- Steel mill dust
- Electric arc furnace (EAF) dust
- Sludge and non-ferrous metal residues
Key advantages include:
- High compressive strength for transportation and furnace charging
- Thermal stability under temperatures exceeding 1,500°C
- Zero introduction of harmful elements such as sulfur, phosphorus, chlorine, or heavy metals that could affect furnace chemistry
- Consistent behavior during melting or reduction, with minimal gas generation or volume change
These binders are designed with furnace compatibility in mind, ensuring that the briquettes do not disrupt slag chemistry or metallurgical balance.
2. High-Strength Binders for Ore Briquettes
For briquetting ores such as manganese, ferrochrome, nickel laterite, and bauxite, MAXTON provides mineral-reactive binder systems that:
- Bond effectively at low dosages (2–5%)
- Maintain structural integrity during transport and furnace charging
- Withstand dropping and stacking loads (e.g., >200 kgf/cm²)
- These binders are widely used in heavy industries where mechanical strength is critical.
3. Water-Resistant Binders for Outdoor Storage
Humidity and rain exposure are common challenges in briquette logistics. To combat moisture degradation, MAXTON has developed waterproof binders that form a semi-impermeable shell around the briquette.
Key benefits:
- Long-term stability in open yards
- Minimal swelling or softening
- No toxic runoff or leaching
- Ideal for coal, coke breeze, and mineral briquettes stored outdoors
4. Self-Heating, No-Dry Binders for Coal and Charcoal
In areas where drying infrastructure is limited, MAXTON offers self-reactive binders that:
- Generate internal heat upon mixing or curing
- Reduce or eliminate the need for external drying
- Are safe and stable during handling
- Can be applied to biomass, coal fines, and charcoal powder
These binders help small-to-mid-scale producers lower their energy costs while increasing production throughput.
5. Innovative Binder for Fly Ash and Incineration Dust Aggregates
MAXTON has recently developed a new binder solution designed specifically for briquetting fine ash materials—such as fly ash from power plants and dust from municipal solid waste (MSW) incineration. These briquettes can be used as substitutes for traditional sand and stone aggregates in construction and infrastructure applications.
Key benefits include:
- Strong shaping performance for ultra-fine, low-density powders
- Stable mechanical strength for use as a construction-grade aggregate
- Reduced landfill pressure by turning industrial byproducts into usable materials
This binder helps promote circular economy practices by converting waste residues into value-added products suitable for large-scale infrastructure use.
MAXTON not only supplies these binders, but also assists customers with
- On-site material testing
- Binder adjustment and formulation
- Compatibility with MAXTON’s roller press and dryer systems
- Long-term process support
If your briquetting operation requires performance beyond standard starch or cement, MAXTON’s advanced binders offer practical, scalable solutions for complex materials and demanding markets.