Abstract: An apparatus for separating fine particulates from a particle flow having a generally vertically disposed column with a particle flow channel. A particle flow inlet and outlet are located at opposite ends of the column in which an airstream is produced. Alternatively arranged downwardly slopping baffles are exposed on opposite sides of the channel for receiving and distributing the particle flow to the airstream. Each successive baffle is longitudinally spaced from the previous baffle. A mechanism is provided adjacent the bottom of each baffle for fanning out the particle flow and for removing the fine particulates from the fanned out particle flow into the airstream.

Abstract: An agricultural granule capable of carrying and releasing incorporated biocidal or nutritional agricultural chemicals. The granule is formed by the agitative agglomeration of a plant fiber slurry and resembles a clay granule in all respects except for its chemical inertness.

Abstract: An oil and grease absorbent material formed from treated paper sludge or other fibrous slurries and a method of treating the slurry to form the material which includes the physical properties of clay absorbents. The method involves the addition of materials to the shredded slurry to control color, bacteria, fungi, and density. A quantity of lipophyllic ray cells are added to the slurry to increase oil absorbency. The slurry is then formed into granules and dried before packaging.