Pelleting: meaning, definitions and examples

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pelleting

 

[ ˈpɛlɪtɪŋ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

manufacturing process

Pelleting is the process of compressing or molding a material into the shape of a pellet. This method is frequently used in manufacturing to create a variety of materials including animal feed, biomass fuel, and pharmaceuticals. The main purpose of pelleting is to improve the handling characteristics and promote higher density and uniformity of the material.

Synonyms

compression, granulation, molding

Examples of usage

  • The feed mill specializes in pelleting grains for livestock.
  • Pelleting biomass helps in efficient fuel production.
  • Advanced technology enhances the pelleting process in pharmaceuticals.

Translations

Translations of the word "pelleting" in other languages:

🇵🇹 pelotização

🇮🇳 पेलटिंग

🇩🇪 Pelletierung

🇮🇩 pelletisasi

🇺🇦 пелетизація

🇵🇱 pelletowanie

🇯🇵 ペレタイジング

🇫🇷 granulation

🇪🇸 pelletización

🇹🇷 peletleme

🇰🇷 펠렛화

🇸🇦 تشكيل الحبيبات

🇨🇿 pelletizace

🇸🇰 pelletizácia

🇨🇳 颗粒化

🇸🇮 peletiranje

🇮🇸 pelleting

🇰🇿 пеллеттеу

🇬🇪 პელეტირება

🇦🇿 pelletləşdirmə

🇲🇽 pelletización

Etymology

The term 'pelleting' comes from the word 'pellet', which has its origins in the late 14th century, derived from the Middle French word 'pellete', meaning 'little ball'. The practice of pelleting began to gain prominence with the industrial revolution as advancements in technology allowed for more efficient production processes. Over the years, the technique has evolved and expanded to various industries, including animal nutrition and renewable energy. Today, pelleting plays a crucial role in optimizing the physical attributes of different materials, making them easier to handle, transport, and utilize.