The Use of Granulation to Reduce Dusting and Manage of Fine Coal

The development of mining and processing industries is accompanied by the formation of fine-grained waste materials that must undergo the treatment. Sometimes, grinding materials is a prerequisite for further processing. The issues of coal dust and fine coal granulation conducted to obtain homogeneous and persistent pieces for application in various branches of industry were presented. The article describes the binders and additives were applied in order to change the properties of the granules. The key factors affecting the process of fine-grained coal granulation is discussed. Granulated coal dust is most useful as an alternative fuel for combustion in industrial and household heating systems. However, carbon fuel requires a systematic control of the mechanical strength and resistance to external factors.