The chemical process industries (CPI) have many applications that require classifying or separating solid materials. Examples of separation or classification processes include those operations that attempt to isolate specific material fractions according to particle size, scalp off the coarse fraction…
This new ICS466x weighing terminal is designed for safe and accurate weighing in potentially explosive classified hazardous areas (Zone 1/21, Div. 1) to minimize risks of explosion and keep inspection and maintenance costs as low as possible. The ICS466x is…
When it comes to size reduction, chemical processors seek to improve product quality, increase flexibility and uptime and, simultaneously, reduce costs. Fortunately, equipment manufacturers are working to develop grinding, milling and screening machines that can help chemical processors meet their…
The new line of Model 42C cylindrical ribbon blenders (photo) are designed to mix dry powders, wet granulations and paste-like materials with densities up to 100 lb/ft3. Available in many capacities, from 0.5 to 1,000 ft3, these blenders can be…
Using PAT to monitor and control granulation Malvern Instruments Granulation is an important operation used for tableting, but its control can be challenging. The Parsum inline particle-sizing probe is being used as a PAT (process analytical technology) instrument in granulation…
Using gravity to initiate flow in the discharge of solid materials from bins and hoppers is the simplest, and often best, approach to solving solids-handling challenges. However, not all solid materials flow well by gravity alone. The propensity for fine…
The International Powder & Bulk Solids Conference and Exhibition is taking place May 6–8 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Ill. Featuring a large expo hall and a variety of technical sessions, as well as some hands-on…
Adjustment and control of moisture levels in solid materials through drying is a critical process in the manufacture of many types of chemical products. As a unit operation, drying solid materials is one of the most common and important in…
The Promo-Flow Discharge Aid consists of an internally mounted screen and an externally mounted vibrating apparatus that is designed to aid in the discharge of dry powders from silos and bins. The vibrating element transmits vibration directly into the product,…
The En-Masse conveyor moves bulk materials while optimizing space utilization with its large size-to-capacity ratio. Useful in applications including boiler feed, receiving, distribution and ash handling, this conveyor’s totally enclosed framework minimizes area dusting and loss of material. Capable of…