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Equipment to blend, fill and ship powders and granulates

This company designs and manufacturers IBCs (intermediate bulk containers) and process equipment for the transport, handling and storage of powders and...

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Solids Conveying

Two common solids-transporting devices are the angular-pitch vibrating conveyor and the horizontal differential-motion conveyor. This one-page reference describes the operation of both types...

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Rotary Valves in Pneumatic Conveying Systems

Rotary valves are used almost universally in pneumatic conveying systems, to provide a pressure-seal (airlock) between two adjacent processes, to provide solids metering (feeding), and to provide a...

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A thermal fines agglomerator for powder coatings

Said to be the world’s first thermal fines agglomerator, the HotCooler allows producers of powder coatings and toner to re-feed “unwanted” fine dust directly, quickly and easily as chips or flakes back...

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A powder feeder is reengineered for food applications

The ProFlex F is a new hygienic version of the company’s ProFlex feeder system for applications in the food industry. Two standard versions are available for either wet or dry cleaning. They come in...

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Gear Units In CPI Plants

Gear units are widely used in pumps, turbines, compressors, material-handling units and more, to match the speed of a selected driver with the speed of the driven equipment. The engineering...

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This new feeder touts higher flexibility

The new ProFlex V vibratory feeder (photo) features two alternative discharge lengths to offer maximum flexibility in process integration. By turning the feed hopper of the new chute feeder in 90-deg...

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A bulk-materials conveyor with favorable space utilization

The En-Masse conveyor moves bulk materials while optimizing space utilization with its large size-to-capacity ratio. Useful in applications including...

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This system aids in dry-powder discharge from bins or silos

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...

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Pneumatic Conveying: Optimal System Design, Operation and Control

Pneumatic conveying is a ubiquitous mode of conveying bulk solids in a wide range of industries, yet it is rarely trouble-free. These authors share guidance on how to avoid some of the most common...

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