Rotary Valves: Design, Selection and Operational Issues

Overview: This is an intensive course designed to introduce the technology of storing and handling bulk materials. It also covers the problems that can result from incorrect equipment selection, and looks at appropriate design methodologies for safe and reliable plant. Subjects covered: * Sampling * Characterisation of Bulk Solids * Storage Equipment * Discharge Aids * Product Feeders * Segregation of Bulk Materials * Degradation of Bulk Materials * Pneumatic Conveying * Caking of Bulk Materials * Dust Control Course fee: from £915 on campus Delegates are also offered the chance to participate in the optional practical workshop where equipment and processes discussed during the course will be demonstrated.

Overview: Held over 2 morning sessions, this course is designed to give delegates an overview of various methods for determining the bulk behaviour of powder and granular particulates. Subjects covered include a selection of: * Particle size measurement techniques * Particle Density (solid and bulk) * Flow property measurements * Moisture uptake * Degradation/friability of bulk through handling systems * Pneumatic conveying properties * Dustiness testing Course fee: £500 per person [**NOTE****The course will be delivered online in English. If you are interested in receiving this course in German, please contact us to arrange.**]

Consultancy, Research and Training (Short Courses) for the bulk materials handling industry. Independent expertise and cost-effective solutions to industrial problems. Our Mission: To help industry to get it’s powders and bulk materials to behave in the way they need them to. 2024 marked 50 years of service to the bulk solids handling industry We shall continue to help Industry solve its bulk materials handling issues.

Learn about the different options available and how to select the right one for your system. Attend this one day course at the Wolfson Centre premises in the UK to learn about Rotary Valves. Rotary valves are widely used to feed pneumatic conveying pipelines, and for feed metering, explosion isolation, atmospheric isolation etc. However there are literally thousands of combinations of different feature options available covering choice of materials of construction, rotor type, drive type, venting arrangements, bearing pattern, seal choice, clearances, cleaning features etc. This course is designed to help untangle all the different options to allow correct selection for your plant. Topics include: * Application areas for rotary valves, and their different demands (feeding, explosion protection, isolation etc) * Basics of rotary valve performance – air leakage, feed rate etc * Materials of construction linked to issues of wear and build-up * Seals and bearings, options, functions and selection * Special consideration for explosion isolation *

Basic or advanced level courses for the bulk solids handling industry. 2024 marks the 50th Anniversary since the Wolfson Centre for Bulk Solids Handling Technology came into existence. Director Mike Bradley has been teaching on the short courses for over half this time and will be ready to share his knowledge and expertise on many of the courses scheduled for the remainder of this year. We are offering: - Pneumatic Conveying of Bulk Materials; 29 – 31 October (basic course – ideal for new starters); includes practical workshop - Pneumatic Conveying System Design; 13 – 14 November (advanced course) - Rotary Valves; Design, Selection and Operational Issues; 27 November Each course take place in Chatham, Kent at the Wolfson Centre premises, giving delegates the opportunity to speak to the experts and network with other attendees. Who should attend? All courses are written with the engineer in mind. They are recommended for operators who handle bulk materials daily, for maintenance, Health & Safety officers, plant or

Join our one day short course to learn about the design, selection and operational issues in selecting a suitable Rotary Valve When faced with a choice of rotor and drive type, venting arrangements, bearing pattern, seal choice, clearances, cleaning features, construction materials etc, it can seem like a minefield when it comes to selecting a rotary valve. Taking place at the Wolfson Centre in Kent, UK, this one day course, delivered by expert Mike Bradley, is aimed to help delegates understand the reasons for the different options and how to select the correct specification. DMN Westinghouse have been invited to demonstrate rotary valve features, explaining what to look for during an inspection and providing general useful information to consider before purchasing such a piece of equipment. The course aims to guide delegates through the technical aspects of technology and provide an opportunity to discuss any relevant issues with the experts. It is recommended for engineers, system designers and maintenance personnel who have responsibility for sourcing, specifying and keeping