Caking and Lump Formation in Powders and Bulk Solids

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 £825 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: This course discusses the causes and effect of electrostatic charge in bulk solids handling and the hazards affecting product quality control and risk assessment. Principal charge measurement techniques are reviewed and their use in the prediction and solution of problems discussed. Subjects covered: * Understanding electrostatic charging * Electrostatic charging hazards * Evaluation and measurement techniques * Charge assessment and control * Application of electrostatic charge Course fee: £450 per delegate This course will be delivered in English. If you would like to have it presented in German, please contact us to arrange.

Overview: 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: £450 per person The course will be delivered online in English. If you are interested in receiving this course in German, please contact us to arrange.

This course is organised by the Wolfson Centre for Bulk Solids Handling Technology in conjunction with Carpenter Additive. Reason to attend: you will be guided through the critical aspects of powder management for metal and plastics powder-based AM processing Course topics include: * Powder recycling and quality issues; * Contamination and oxidation issues; * Standards for AM powders; * Flow behaviour and characterisation of powders; * Introduction to the handling processes – pneumatic conveying systems, screw feeders, hoppers and silo storage and discharge; Course Fees: £775 The course will be conducted in English over 5 x 3-hours sessions

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.

Online short course for the powder and particulate industry at The Wolfson Centre For Bulk Solids Handling Technology. 1 - 2 February 2022; 14:00 - 17:00 hrs each day (UK time) This course is designed to deal with issues relating to keeping powders and granules in a free-flowing, lump-free condition. You will learn about: * The forces between particles and how they relate to chemistry, the environment and physical processes; * Methods for determining caking tendencies of powders and granules; * Practical advice on changes to the product and the handling and storage conditions to reduce this problem; * Advice on selection of the solution and practical implementation; The course is aimed at Produce Managers, Development Chemists/Formulators, Quality Assurance Officers and Plant Designers/Managers. Operational staff or senior management will also benefit through a better understanding of what can go wrong and how to make your plant as efficient and trouble-free as possible. Delegates are also invited to take part in a Practical Workshop on 16 February at the Wolfson

Attendance on this on-line short course will give delegates the opportunity to learn how to control or minimise unwanted caking in particulate materials For many industries controlling or minimising unwanted caking/ agglomeration of powders and particulate materials is a significant challenge which, in worst case scenario, can result in a halt in production. This course aims to explain how and why caking/ lump formation occurs and how to avoid or minimise the risk. Over the 2 sessions you will learn about: * Occurrences of caking in processes: A discussion of the methods that can be useful in predicting or trouble shooting unintended agglomeration of bulk materials in industry * Types of caking and methods for laboratory evaluation: A review of the range of caking mechanisms that can occur in processes and options for quantifying the ‘strength’ of agglomerates. * Common plant and operational issues: A session focussing on how various types of caking problems are created or exacerbated by the use of some types of standard equipment for handling bulk solids. Common design mistakes are highlighted and