Solids Handling & Particle Technology

Flow of Solids/Pneumatic Conveying Combo Course

Instructor-led (classroom) Course

This course is a combination of Flow of Solids in Bins, Hoppers, Chutes, and Feeders (CH032) and Pneumatic Conveying of Bulk Solids (CH033).

Prevent Pulsation Problems in Piping Systems

March

2006

Fluids and Solids Handling

Mark Corbo

Eliminate unnecessary damage in piping systems by following these guidelines to avoid pulsations from pumps and compressors.

Particle and Bulk Solids Characterization Technology

In-Company Training

Given the wide range of technologies available today for powder and particle characterization, selecting the best option for an application is not easy. Join particle characterization and technology experts Remi Trottier and Karl Jacob to gain a solid understanding of the basics of particle and bulk solids characterization necessary to properly select instruments and validate data and a look at the latest commercially available technologies.

Increase Powder Flow via Gas Injection

July

2006

Fluids and Solids Handling

Herman Purutyan, John W. Carson, Thomas G. Troxel

Fluidization and air-assisted discharge are two ways to optimize fine-solids handling. However, the choice of technology is as important as designing and operating the system properly.

Designing Pneumatic Conveying Systems

May

2006

Fluids and Solids Handling

Eric Maynard

Use this 9-step methodology to design and operate a reliable and cost-effective system to efficiently transport materials.

Applying the Paradigm Case Method for Flowmeter Selection

September

2006

Fluids and Solids Handling

Jesse Yoder

This effective approach to flowmeter selection involves a step-by-step method that begins by matching the application with the flowmeter(s). Then, a series of criteria are applied to narrow the selection.

Propel Your Pneumatic Conveying System to Higher Efficiency

April

2001

Fluids and Solids Handling

Francisco Cabrejos, Herman Purutyan, Thomas G. Troxel

For new and existing installations, there are many system and component choices available. Here’s how to narrow down the options to make the appropriate selection for optimal performance.

Selecting Elbows for Pneumatic Conveying Systems

September

2007

Fluids and Solids Handling

Paul Wagner

The right elbow can keep your system operating at peak performance, reduce maintenance costs, and minimize material attrition and elbow wear. This article describes common elbows and outlines factors to consider when selecting one.

Classify Particles Using Fluidized Beds

September

2001

Fluids and Solids Handling

Kamal Adham

Here is an easy way to remove fine fractions from solids, with a minimum loss of the coarse fraction.

Successfully Scale Up Solids Handling

April

2008

Fluids and Solids Handling

John W. Carson, K. Eric Bengtson, Thomas G. Troxel

A sound theoretical model of the process to be scaled is the best approach; if one is not available, bench-scale testing, physical scale modeling or full-scale modeling is required. Here are guidelines as to which method is appropriate for various...