Optimizing Calcium Carbonate Powder Production: High-Efficiency Milling Solutions for Superior Quality

Description

Calcium carbonate powder is a cornerstone material across industries such as plastics, paints, pharmaceuticals, and construction. Achieving consistent particle size distribution (PSD) and ultra-fine grinding (down to 5μm) demands precision-engineered milling systems. This article explores how our cutting-edge grinding technologies—from coarse crushing to ultrafine classification—deliver unmatched efficiency, scalability, and sustainability for calcium carbonate processing.

Application

1. Coated Calcium Carbonate for Plastics

Equipment Package: PC4015-132 Hammer Mill (40-70t/h) + LM220K Vertical Mill (36-105t/h) + SCM1680 Ultrafine Mill (25t/h at 2500 mesh)

Outcome: 98% particles <2μm with stearic acid coating compatibility, ideal for PVC pipe reinforcement.

2. Pharmaceutical-Grade Nano CaCO3

Equipment Package: LUM1836 Ultrafine Mill (15t/h) + MB5X98 Pendulum Mill (6.5t/h for secondary grinding)

Certifications: Meets USP/EP standards for heavy metals (<10ppm) and microbial counts.

3. High-Volume Construction Fillers

Equipment Package: MTW215G Trapezium Mill (45t/h at 325 mesh) + GMQY3685 Ball Mill (450t/h coarse grinding)

ROI: 18-month payback period for 500,000tpa production lines.

Calcium Carbonate Powder Processing Technology

End-to-End Production Line Design for Calcium Carbonate

A streamlined production line typically integrates:

  • Primary Crushing: Reduce raw limestone to ≤50mm using hammer mills or jaw crushers.
  • Intermediate Grinding: Achieve 0.8-3mm particles via ball mills or vertical pre-grinding systems.
  • Ultrafine Milling: Refine to 325-2500 mesh (5-45μm) with SCM/LUM ultrafine mills.
  • Classification & Collection: Precision air classifiers and pulse dust collectors ensure 99.9% powder recovery.
Core Equipment Advantages for Calcium Carbonate Processing
1. SCM Ultrafine Mill: Precision Down to 5μm
  • Key Specs: Output fineness 325-2500 mesh (D97≤5μm), capacity up to 25t/h.
  • Technical Edge:
    • Vertical turbine classifier eliminates coarse particles (>3μm deviation)
    • 30% lower energy consumption vs traditional jet mills
    • No-bearings grinding chamber reduces maintenance downtime
  • Ideal For: GCC (Ground Calcium Carbonate) requiring ≤10μm median size for premium coatings.
2. LM Vertical Roller Mill: High-Capacity Pre-Grinding
  • Key Specs: Handles ≤50mm feed, produces 30-325 mesh powder at 3-250t/h.
  • Technical Edge:
    • 50% smaller footprint with integrated grinding/classification
    • 3x longer roller lifespan via non-contact grinding design
    • Real-time PLC monitoring minimizes human intervention
  • Case Application: LM340Y model processes 200-250t/h raw limestone into 80-100t/h of 80-200 mesh base powder.
3. LUM Ultrafine Vertical Mill: Nano-Grade Refinement
  • Key Specs: 325-2500 mesh output, 1.6-15t/h capacity.
  • Breakthrough Features:
    • Multi-rotor classifier achieves ±1μm PSD control
    • Negative-pressure operation prevents dust leakage (<20mg/m³)
    • PLC automation enables one-click fineness adjustment
  • Performance Data: LUM1836 model produces 15t/h of D97=5μm PCC (Precipitated Calcium Carbonate) with 400kW power consumption.
4. MRN Pendulum Mill: Cost-Effective Mid-Range Grinding
  • Key Specs: 30-325 mesh output, 2.7-83t/h throughput.
  • Advantages:
    • Oil-free lubrication cuts maintenance costs by 40%
    • Square duct design reduces air resistance by 15%
    • MB5X298 model achieves 83t/h for bulk industrial filler production

Calcium Carbonate Production Line

Technical Superiority: Why Our Systems Outperform
Energy Efficiency

Our SCM series consumes only 0.8-1.2kWh/kg for 1250 mesh powder—30% lower than conventional mills. LM vertical mills reduce power use by 35-50% via optimized grinding kinematics.

Precision Control

Smart classification systems (e.g., SCM’s vertical turbine classifier) ensure ≤±2% deviation in D50 values. Real-time particle analyzers feed data to automatic adjustment systems.

Durability & Maintenance

Hardened alloy rollers (HRC≥58) in MTW mills last 8,000+ hours in continuous CaCO3 processing. Modular designs enable roller replacement in under 4 hours.

Eco-Compliance
  • Pulse dust collectors with 99.97% efficiency (EN779:2012 certified)
  • Noise levels ≤75dB(A) through sealed chambers and dampening bases
  • Zero wastewater discharge in dry-process systems
  • LM Vertical Mill

    Based on the absorption of advanced technologies of famous international corporations and 30 years’ experience in grinding mill production, SBM has launched the LM Vertical Grinding Mill which integrates five functions of crushing, grinding, powder selection, drying and material conveying. It is characterized by centralized technological process, small occupational area, low investment, high efficiency, energy conservation and environment protection.

  • SCM Ultrafine Mill

    SCM Ultrafine Grinding Mill is a new superfine powder (325-2500 mesh) production equipment developed through accumulating years of experience in grinding mill production, absorbing Swedish advanced machine manufacturing technology, and undergoing many years of tests and improvements. The SCM Ultrafine Grinding Mill is the result of combination of advanced Chinese and Swedish technologies. Meanwhile, it symbolizes the new development and new science in the grinding world.

  • LUM Ultrafine Vertical Mill

    LUM Ultrafine Vertical Mill

    LUM Ultrafine Vertical Grinding Mill is independently designed by SBM on the basis of years of experience in grinding mill production. LUM grinding mill adopts the latest Taiwan grinding roller technology and German powder separating technology. The ultrafine vertical grinding mill integrating ultrafine powder grinding, grading and transporting has become a better choice in the ultrafine powder grinding industry.

  • MRN Pendulum Roller Mill

    MRN Pendulous Hanging Grinding Mill represents the most advanced grinding processing technology. The brand-new structural design not only lowers the operation and maintenance cost, but also does well in environmental protection and finished product quality. It is available when processing the non-combustible, non-explosive brittle minerals products like limestone, calcite and marble, etc. MRN Pendulum mill is widely used in mining, building, power plant and coating industries.