This powder rheometer can test many bulk properties
The FT4 Powder Rheometer (photo) uses a patented dynamic methodology, a fully automated shear cell and several bulk-property tests, including density, compressibility and permeability, to quantify powder properties in terms of flow and processability. The FT4 delivers data that help support longterm optimization of powder processes, and accelerates research and development efforts, says the company. Industries where the FT4 is applicable include pharmaceuticals, chemicals, toners, foods, coatings, metals, ceramics and cosmetics. Hall 4.2, Stand L36 — Freeman Technology Ltd., Tewkesbury, U.K.