Developments in Slurry Handling
Update your knowledge of modeling, optimizing and controlling slurry pipeline flows.
Solids Handling & Particle Technology
Propel Your Pneumatic Conveying System to Higher Efficiency
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.
Classify Particles Using Fluidized Beds
Kamal Adham
Here is an easy way to remove fine fractions from solids, with a minimum loss of the coarse fraction.
Increase Powder Flow via Gas Injection
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.
Improve Solids Handling During Thermal Drying
Herman Purutyan, John W. Carson, Thomas G. Troxel
Follow these guidelines for ensuring the proper flow of slurries, pastes and wet powders to achieve a dried product with the desired characteristics.
Designing Dust Collectors
Greg Mehos, P.E.
To assure reliable and safe operation of a dust collector, apply the basic principles of chute and hopper design — which are based on the dust's fundamental flow properties.
Solve the 5 Most-Common Pneumatic Conveying Problems
Paul E. Solt
Does your system suffer from plugging? Bottlenecking? Abrasion? Poor venting? Degraded product? Here are remedies.
Selecting Evaporators for Process Applications
William B. Glover
Evaluate product characteristics and process requirements to select among the various evaporator designs.
Nitrogen: A Security Blanket for the Chemical Industry
Bill Carlson, Joe Dumoit, Paul Yanisko, Shiying Zheng
The benefits of nitrogen blanketing include improved process safety, better product quality, and longer equipment life. Here's how to achieve the desired safety or quality results while minimizing costs.
Troubleshooting Bins, Hoppers and Feeders
Jerry R. Johanson
By understanding solids' properties and what promotes flow, problems faced in the plant can be remedied
Prevent Caking During Solids Handling
Brian H. Pittenger, Gabriel I. Tardos , Herman Purutyan
Use these guidelines to avoid potential caking problems. The key steps are to select a material characterization method, identify the factors that can be feasibly controlled and conduct tests to confirm that process/handling changes yield the...
Narrowing Down the Equipment Choices for Particle Size Reduction
Herman Purutyan
Properties of the feed, specifications for the product, and processing and industry considerations all play a role in selecting the optimum crusher or mill.
Safely Handle Powdered Solids
Daniel E. Silva, Robert Zalosh, Russell Kahn, Stanley S. Grossel
Understand some of the accident scenarios that result in dust explosions, and follow these suggestions for preventing them.
Screw Feeders: A Guide to Selection and Use
Hermann J. Feise, Steven W. Couch, Thomas L. Krieger, Timothy Bell
Gain insight as to what screw feeder is best for your application. Plus, learn how to size, specify and test screw feeders.
Selecting Entrainers for Azeotropic Distillation
Lionel O’Young, Madhura Chiplunkar, Vivek Julka
This systematic methodology uses residue curve maps to identify and evaluate substances that can facilitate distillation by breaking an azeotrope.
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