Mars Mineral, a global provider of pelletizing technology and agglomeration solutions, has announced the shipment of a Model 26D100L stainless steel pin mixer to LD Carbon (LDC), a leading producer of recovered carbon black (rCB). LDC, based in Seoul, South Korea, will receive the pin mixer at its new manufacturing facility in Dangjin. This plant, slated to open during the second quarter of 2024, will be the largest end-of-life tire (ELT) pyrolysis and rCB operation in Asia.

The Mars Mineral Pin Mixer is a high-speed, conditioning, and micro-pelletizing device that converts rCB from pyrolysis of ELTs into small spherical pellets through the action of a high-speed rotor shaft and pin assembly with the addition of a liquid binder, usually water.

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Mars Mineral's Stainless Steel Pin Mixer Model 26D100L | Photo by Mars Mineral.

Pelletizing is a vital link to improving rCB output from a pyrolysis plant to end-use customers because pellets are easier to handle, package, and transport than fluffy, unwieldy powder. rCB also diminishes the demand for fossil fuel-derived virgin carbon black, leading to lower overall energy consumption and supporting a circular economy with a reduced carbon footprint.

Mars Mineral’s and LDC’s technologies are addressing the global environmental challenge posed by the four billion waste tires currently populating landfills and stockpiles.

Clayton Woodward, CEO of Mars Mineral, said, "Delivering this advanced pin mixer to LD Carbon fortifies our partnership and mutual dedication to sustainable innovation. Our continued collaboration sets a global benchmark, demonstrating the effectiveness and trust in our advanced pelletizing solutions."

Bumseek Kim, CCO of LD Carbon, reflected on the strategic partnership's progress: "Securing another state-of-the-art pin mixer from Mars Mineral underscores our shared vision for a greener industry. Their technology is pivotal in scaling our production to meet the escalating demand for eco-friendly tire and rubber products.”

About Mars Mineral

Mars Mineral, headquartered in Mars, Pennsylvania, USA, is at the forefront of developing equipment like pin mixers, disc pelletizers, and deep drum pelletizers that are essential for industrial processes aimed at environmental sustainability. Mars Mineral is committed to innovation, offering complete material testing, engineering, and technical support. For more information, visit www.marsmineral.com

About LD Carbon

Established in 2017, LD Carbon is pioneering in converting waste tires into rCB and pyrolysis oil, catering to the global tire and rubber industries. Positioned for significant growth with strategic investments like the 50 million USD funding and collaborations, including with Hankook Tire, LD Carbon is expanding with its new plant in Dangjin, South Korea, operational from the second quarter of 2024. For more details, visit www.ldcarbon.co.kr