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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: £500 per delegate [NOTE**Kurs auf Deutsch**This course will be delivered in English. If you would like to have it presented in German, please contact us to arrange.**]

A series of practical workshops in the onsite pilot plant at the Wolfson Centre for Bulk Solids Handling Technology in Chatham, Kent, UK using different techniques to establish the behaviour of bulk solid materials. * Understanding Powder Flow (in conjunction with Ametek) * Characterisation Techniques * Dust Containment Methods and Filtration * Segregation Methods Attend as many as you prefer. Each is a stand-alone session. Delegates will be able to use equipment relevant to specific topic areas of interest. There will be plenty of opportunity to ask questions from the experts. The aim of the Workshop Week sessions is to give delegates an insight into how and why the various techniques are used, and how these can enhance bulk materials handling services offered to Industry.

Overview: Facilities storing bulk solid materials sometimes experience operational problems – often because they have been designed without knowledge of the flow characteristics of the material to be stored. This course advises on preventing such problems. Subjects covered: * An introduction to the storage and flow of bulk solid materials in hoppers, bins and bunkers * Determining the flow properties of bulk solids * Determination of hopper geometry * Predicting discharge rates * Feeders and feeding * Hopper discharge aids * Prediction of wall loadings and their effect on structural design * Discussion/troubleshooting period 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: Delegates will look at the setting up and commissioning of pneumatic conveying systems. This course is a ’Hands on’ fully practical session using the pneumatic conveying lines and rotary valves in the on-site laboratories in Chatham. Subjects covered: * The practical challenge of starting up systems on site and making sure they work as the designer intended; * Understand the key signals to look out for that tell you how the system is operating; * Avoiding pitfalls that can lead to slow start up, blockages etc; * How to know when the system is operating as intended; * Ensuring the system is optimised around the users priority requirements eg. minimum energy usage/ particle blockage / system wear; * It also covers lean and dense phase, rotary valves, blow tanks and various air supply types Course fee: £915 per delegate Venue: Chatham, Kent Contact: Caroline Chapman

Overview: This intensive course looks at system components, design techniques, operation and control of blow tank systems, explosion hazards and operational problems, as well as the important but often neglected area of interfacing storage bins with conveying systems. Subjects covered: * Techniques for reducing product degradation during conveying * Ways to reduce maintenance, repair and unplanned stoppages to pneumatic conveying equipment * Methods of reducing energy consumption * How to troubleshoot problematic systems * How to eliminate blockages in pneumatic pipelines * Explosion Hazards including ATEX Directives * Operation and control of blow tanks * System selection and operation * Interfacing storage bins to conveying systems * Relevant case studies from industry Course fee: from £915. Discounted are offered for returning delegates and 2 or more registrations from one company. This course is delivered in English.

Advanced Course: Pneumatic Conveying System Design An in-depth exploration of detailed calculations and design for pneumatic pipelines. This course is aimed at practitioners already familiar with the basics of pneumatic conveying. Course fees are £915 This is also available as an In-Company course. This course is delivered in English.

A new one-day course; What has bulk solids handling go to do with Net Zero? The course will look at bulk materials handling as part of the solution to net zero, discussing trends and opportunities. Delegates will be invited to share their current methods in use and discuss how the industry can become more aware and active in reducing carbon emissions, using techniques and processes already in operation around the industry. The process of handling bulk solids generates carbon emissions but it is also a fundamental ENABLING TECHNOLOGY in processes that can reduce carbon emissions through Energy from renewable biomass; Energy from waste; and Recycling and “green” chemical feedstocks. Course Programme Bulk solids handling and processing as a key enabler in the move to net zero: * Renewable solid fuels and waste recycling * Growth minerals for emissions reduction (lithium, copper etc) * The renewable power sector and infrastructure * Carbon negative processes Reducing the emissions from bulk solids handling and processing operations: * Identifying the main energy consumers * Pneumatic conveying and compressed air * Grinding and classification * Port operations Course fees £580 per delegate

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:£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.

Wolfson Centre offers a selection of courses related to pneumatic conveying on the remises and in the pilot plant in Chatham, Kent. Registration is now open. Wolfson Centre offers a selection of courses related to pneumatic conveying # A basic course looking at system components, design techniques, operation and control of blow tank systems, explosion hazards, operational problems as well as the often-neglected area of interfacing storage bins with conveying systems. # An advanced course guiding delegates through the processes on how to obtain pipeline designs that work reliably, delivering the required throughput without unplanned maintenance and undesired impact on quality of the powder being handled # A ’hands-on’ course where delegates practice troubleshooting problems that arise when using these systems and making sure they work as the designer intended All courses are held at the Wolfson Centre premises and pilot plant in Chatham, Kent.

Basic and advanced short courses looking at the operation, design and specifications of hoppers and silos for reliable discharge Each course take place in Chatham, Kent, UK at the Wolfson Centre premises and gives delegates the opportunity to speak to the experts and network with other attendees. Storage and Discharge of Powders and Bulk Materials; 16 – 17 April 2024 A basic general short course covering some of the most common issues encountered by process engineers when handling bulk materials including material build-up in hoppers and unreliable discharge of the contents. Attendees are also invited to join the Practical Workshop on 18 April, where some of the theory aspects are demonstrated in our on-site Pilot Plant. Design of Equipment for Storing and Discharging Bulk Material; 15 – 16 May 2024 An advanced course offering an assessment of storage and handling requirements of bulk materials for drawing up specifications and designing hoppers and silos. These courses are led by Dr Baldeep Kaur, whose interests lie in characterisation and storage of bulk materials. Who

understand the issues surrounding the safe handling and storage of bulk materials in port terminals and at sea. Join the experts from the Wolfson Centre for Bulk Solids Handling Technology as they deliver this online course, written for anyone concerned about, who handles or is responsible for the safe transportation and storage of bulk materials, such as Stevedores, Operations supervisors, Port managers, Ships Masters, Port developers, Cargo superintendents, Equipment suppliers, Design consultants. A short course to discuss real life issues and to determine best practice for future developments. Some of the topics covered include: * Ship unloading technologies (Grabs vs CSUs, different CSU technologies) * Conveying technologies (pneumatic vs belt) * Storage and discharge technologies (silos, flat stores, stacking etc) * Loading/unloading control (weighing, controlling ship bending etc) * Rail and road out-loading equipment and control * Explosion and fire risks and management (ATEX, fire control and management) * Mobile plant and safety * Developments in

Ein praxisorientierter Kurs (in englischer Sprache) für Ingenieure, die aktiv an der Inbetriebnahme oder Fehlersuche in pneumatischen Fördersystemen beteiligt sind Delegates will be guided through a selection of practical workshops in the on-site Pilot Plant to look at the different challenges encountered when using and commissioning pneumatic conveying systems including; - Rotary Valve / roots blower system - Blow tank system Course presenters: Professor Mike Bradley – who has decades of practical experience of all kinds of pneumatic conveying systems – assisted By Dr Atul Sharma, our lead consultant engineer in the subject. To ensure the maximum benefit for those attending, we limit delegate number to 6 per course. Fees are discounted for 2 or more delegates signing up together from the same company.

Kurs (in englischer Sprache) über das Halten von Pulvern und Granulaten in einem frei fließenden, klumpenfreien Zustand. An online course over 2 sessions to help delegates solve their caking and lumping problems when handling powders and particulate materials. Subjects covered include: - 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 Join us as we celebrate 50 years of helping industry solve its bulk materials handling problems. Register for this course online. Fees are discounted for multiple registrations - so bring your colleagues along.

The Wolfson Centre for Bulk Solids Handling Technology hat den Kalender für die Kurzkurse 2024 veröffentlicht und die Online-Anmeldung ist ab sofort möglich. Registrieren Sie sich vor dem 31.12. und zahlen Sie die Gebühren für 2023. Wir bieten entweder online oder in den Büros des Wolfson Centre in Chatham Kurse zu einer Vielzahl von Schüttguthandhabungsthemen (in englischer Sprache) an. Der vollständige Kurskalender ist jetzt auf unserer Website verfügbar, einschließlich der Kurse, die nur als Firmenkurse angeboten werden. Frühbucher-Anmeldung Die folgenden Kurse über Pulverhandhabung finden im Januar und Februar 2024 statt. Melden Sie sich bis zum 31. Dezember für diese Online-Kurse an und zahlen Sie die Gebühren für 2023. * Unerwünschte Entmischung und Separation in Prozessen und Anlagen; * Messung der Eigenschaften und des Schüttgutverhaltens von partikelförmigen Materialien; * Anbacken und Klumpenbildung von Pulvern und Schüttgütern Diese drei Kurse werden von Dr. Vivek Garg geleitet. Viveks Fachgebiet konzentriert sich auf die Lösung fließtechnischer Probleme in der Schüttgutindustrie und die Entwicklung des neuartigen mechanischen Oberflächenenergieprüfgeräts,

New approaches to quantify powder’s bed surface qualities in additive manufacturing 30 June 2023 13;00 hrs UK time Presenter: Dr Hamid Salehi Latest Techniques in Spreadability Testing and Layer Quality Control. The powder bed surface qualities play an important role in the quality of the final parts fabricated using powder bed Additive Manufacturing processes. The development and application of a new techniques and prototype instrument which can be used to simulate the creation of a powder bed and reveal the surface properties of that bed will be introduced in this presentation. The new tester can be used to evaluate powder bed surface roughness, evaluate powder bed relative packing fraction, change in particle size and shape over the build plate and electrostatic charges over the powder bed. This webinar will provide a snapshot of the research conducted to date and it’s use in industry.

Modelling Chaotic Behaviour of Gas-Solid Flow in the Pneumatic Conveying July 28 13:00 hrs UK time Presenter: Osamh Alshahed The application of chaos analysis in relation to the efficiency and reliability of pneumatic conveying systems. The pneumatic conveying of bulk solids is a complex process involving transporting solid particles in a high velocity gas stream through pipelines. In this process, the interaction between the gas and solid phases can lead to chaotic behaviour, which can affect the efficiency and reliability of the system. The webinar will cover the fundamentals of chaos theory and its relevance to complex systems like pneumatic conveying. The presenter will talk about different methods available for modelling chaotic behaviour in gas-solids flow and application of these methods to optimise complex systems like pneumatic conveying. Osamh is a third year PhD student at the Wolfson Centre. His studies have been made using measurements with plastic pellets and three other materials to establish a technique to optimise

Online short course studying dust prevention, capture and extraction methods. Die Anmeldung für unseren nächsten Kurzkurs in der Reihe über Schüttgutfördertechnik ist jetzt möglich. Halbtägiger Online-Kurzkurs: Staubkontrolle bei Prozessen Begleiten Sie die Experten des Wolfson Centre for Bulk Solids Handling Technology bei diesem Online-Kurzkurs am 14. Juni von 09:00 bis 13:00 Uhr. Kursgebühr: £375 mit Rabatten für wiederkehrende Teilnehmer und Blockbuchungen. Erfahren Sie mehr über: * Vermeidung von Staubentwicklung an der Quelle; * Eindämmung und Unterdrückung von Staub; * Absaugung und Sammlung von Staub. Der Kurs befasst sich auch mit der Bedeutung der Charakterisierung von Schüttgütern, die gehandhabt werden, und mit Konstruktionsmethoden, die zur Verringerung der Staubentwicklung beitragen. Wenn Sie also Anlagenplaner, Betriebsleiter, Sicherheits- und Hygienespezialist oder Wartungsfachmann sind und mit Pulvern umgehen, wird Ihnen dieser Kurs helfen, die Risiken innerhalb Ihres Verarbeitungssystems zu erkennen

Learn about the causes of electrostatic charging and how they affect the handling of powders in the manufacturing process. An online course spread over 2 x 3 hour sessions, to discuss the issues surrounding the behaviour of powders suffering electrostatic charging during the manufacturing process. The hazards caused to product quality control and risk assessment will be identified and principal charge measurement techniques reviewed. Their use in the prediction and solution of problems will be discussed. Plant operators and designers, plant managers and maintenance personnel will all benefit enormously from attending this course, through improving their understanding of the behaviour of powders to learning techniques to overcome the problems encountered. The course leader is Mike Bradley, Professor of Bulk and Particulate Technologies and Director of the Wolfson Centre. He has worked internationally on design and troubleshooting for bulk solids handling as a commercial consultant and research expert for over twenty years.

Der Intensivkurs ”Lagerung und Austragung von Pulvern und Schüttgütern” wurde speziell für die Lösung von Problemen mit Trichtern, Silos, Behältern und Bunkern entwickelt Trichter, Silos, Behälter und Bunker werden in der Industrie häufig zur Lagerung von Schüttgütern verwendet. Bei diesen Anlagen können jedoch Betriebsprobleme auftreten - oft, weil sie ohne Kenntnis der Fließeigenschaften des zu lagernden Materials konzipiert wurden. Dieser Intensivkurs wurde speziell entwickelt, um bei der Lösung solcher Probleme zu helfen. Kurs Lagerung und Entleerung... Overview: Facilities storing bulk solid materials sometimes experience operational problems – often because they have been designed without knowledge of the flow characteristics of the material to be stored. This course advises on preventing such problems. Subjects covered: * An introduction to the storage and flow of bulk solid materials in hoppers, bins and bunkers * Determining the flow properties of bulk solids * Determination of hopper geometry * Predicting discharge rates * Feeders and feeding * Hopper discharge aids * Prediction of wall loadings and their

Kostenloses Webinar: Nutzung virtueller Modelle mit einer digitalen Darstellung von physischen Objekten oder Systemen zur Verbesserung von Leistung und Effizienz. Freitag, 24. März 2023, 13:00 - 14:00 GMT, Online Vortragende: Chanaka Prasad; Chanaka absolviert derzeit ein von Schenck Process UK Ltd. gefördertes Promotionsprogramm am Wolfson Centre. Sein Projekt bezieht sich auf die Digital Twin-Technologie, die sich auf die digitale Darstellung physischer Objekte oder Systeme bezieht und eine lange Geschichte hat, die sich parallel zur Industrie 4.0 entwickelt hat. In verschiedenen Branchen werden unterschiedliche Digital Twin-Architekturen eingesetzt, je nach den spezifischen Bedürfnissen und Anforderungen der Anwendung. Kürzlich hat das Wolfson Centre damit begonnen, Digital Twinning im Bereich der pneumatischen Förderung anzuwenden, bei der Schüttgüter mit Hilfe von Druckluft durch Rohrleitungen transportiert werden. Mit Hilfe der Digital-Twin-Technologie wird ein virtuelles Abbild eines pneumatischen Fördersystems erstellt, das für verschiedene Zwecke verwendet werden kann, z. B. für die Echtzeitüberwachung,

A review of equipment and outputs used to assess the flowability of powder and granular materials which can also be used for vessel design. Prof Mike Bradley, Director of the Wolfson Centre, explains the importance of Powder Flow Technology in this short video. Please contact us for advice through consultancy or training in this area of application. A chat in the first instance will cost nothing but your time.

Verstehen Sie, wie wichtig es ist, die von Ihnen verwendeten Pulver und Schüttgüter zu kennen und zu wissen, warum sie sich so verhalten, wie sie es tun. Und nutzen Sie dies, um Probleme bei der Handhabung zu lösen oder zu vermeiden. Pulver und Partikel, die in der verarbeitenden Industrie verwendet werden, können oft zu erheblichen Produktionsstörungen führen, sei es durch Ablagerungen in Trichtern, Entmischung, ungleiche Gewichte beim Verpacken oder Dosieren, Zersetzung, Staubablagerungen......die Probleme sind vielfältig. Die Experten des Wolfson Centre for Bulk Solids Handling Technology haben eine Reihe von Schulungskursen zusammengestellt, die den Teilnehmern dabei helfen sollen, potenzielle Probleme zu erkennen, bevor sie zu großen Kopfschmerzen führen, und sie darüber beraten, wie sie die Probleme, die andernfalls auftreten könnten, lösen oder vermeiden können. Zu den Kursen, die sich eingehend mit verschiedenen Charakterisierungsmethoden befassen, gehören: * The Measurement of the Properties and Bulk Behaviour of Particulate Materials; Jan 2023 * Undesired Deblending and Separation in Processes and Equipment; Feb 2023 * Caking and Lump Formation in Powders and Bulk Materials;

An overview of a bench scale evaluation method for quantifying the sensitivity of a free-flowing material (or blend) to segregation. Richard Farnish, Technical Director at the Wolfson Centre for Bulk Solids Handling Technology, explains the importance of testing materials for their segregation tendency in this short video. If segregation issues are a problem in your plant, please contact us for advice through consultancy services or training.

Nehmen Sie an unserem eintägigen Kurzkurs (in englischer Sprache) teil, um mehr über die Konstruktion, die Auswahl und den Betrieb einer geeigneten Zellenradschleuse zu erfahren. Wenn es um die Auswahl einer Zellenradschleuse geht, kann es wie ein Minenfeld erscheinen, wenn man vor die Wahl gestellt wird: Rotor und Antriebstyp, Entlüftungsanordnungen, Lagermuster, Dichtungsauswahl, Abstände, Reinigungsmerkmale, Konstruktionsmaterialien usw, Dieser eintägige Kurs, der im ”The Wolfson Centre” in Kent (Großbritannien) stattfindet und von dem Experten Mike Bradley geleitet wird, soll den Teilnehmern helfen, die Gründe für die verschiedenen Optionen zu verstehen und die richtige Spezifikation zu wählen. DMN Westinghouse wurde eingeladen, die Merkmale von Zellenradschleusen zu demonstrieren, zu erklären, worauf bei einer Inspektion zu achten ist, und allgemeine nützliche Informationen zu geben, die vor dem Kauf eines solchen Geräts zu beachten sind. Ziel des Kurses ist es, die Teilnehmer durch die technischen Aspekte der Technologie zu führen und ihnen die Möglichkeit zu geben, alle relevanten Fragen mit den Experten zu diskutieren. Er

Dieser Kurs auf Englisch im November bietet eine Einführung in die Identifizierung von Komponenten pneumatischer Fördersysteme, Systemauswahl und Entwurfstechniken Join us in Chatham, UK, for the popular short course Pneumatic Conveying of Bulk Materials to learn how to identify issues and how to avoid or rectify them. This course provides an introduction to the identification of components of pneumatic conveying systems, system selection and design techniques. Day 3 is an optional Workshop in our on-site laboratories where we will demonstrate equipment used in the pneumatic conveying process. Taking place from 8 - 10 November the subjects to be covered include: * Techniques for reducing product degradation during conveying; * Ways to reduce maintenance, repair and unplanned stoppages to pneumatic conveying equipment; * Methods of reducing energy consumption; * How to troubleshoot problematic systems; * How to eliminate blockages in pneumatic pipelines; * Explosion Hazards including ATEX Directives; * Operation and control of blow tanks; * System selection and operation; The Workshop includes demos of the pilot

Messung der Kräfte zwischen Partikeln und Oberflächen in kohäsiven Pulvern mittels Mechanical Surface Energy Tester; Webinar auf Englisch am 28. Oktober 2022. The webinar will focus on elucidating a unique test technique for measuring forces between particles and surfaces using cohesive powders in a mechanical surface energy tester developed by Dr Vivek Garg in conjunction with experts at The Wolfson Centre for Bulk Solids Handling Technology at the University of Greenwich. The technique focuses on predicting the powder flow function using this novel technique in conjunction with common particle attributes, with the goal of predicting flowability problems at an early stage of formulation using only a small amount of powder sample. This session will discuss this technique and the research conducted in Industry.

Jeden Monat möchten wir einen Einblick in ein anderes Thema der Schüttgutförderung geben. Jedes Webinar wird 30 Minuten dauern, gefolgt von einer Fragerunde. 30 September:*NEWLINE*Is it possible to predict segregation in large scale industrial silos? Presenter: Dr Susantha (Jeff) Dissanayake Predicting segregation is important for reducing sudden fines spikes during discharge from silos. Jeff, in conjunction with experts at The Wolfson Centre for Bulk Solid Handling Technology, has recently developed Cellular Automata (CA) based modelling to predict segregation in industrial hoppers and silos. Initial results have shown promising outcomes. This session will discuss this technique and the research conducted in Industry. 28 October:*NEWLINE* Prediction of Bulk Flow Properties using Mechanical Surface Energy Tester Presenter: Dr Vivek Garg Measuring forces between particles and surfaces in cohesive powders The webinar will focus on elucidating a unique test technique for measuring forces between particles and surfaces using cohesive powders in a mechanical surface energy tester developed by Vivek in conjunction

Online-Kurzlehrgang.......coming up Auch in diesem Jahr arbeitet das Wolfson Centre for Bulk Solids Handling Technology mit einigen der führenden Experten der Additive Manufacturing-Industrie zusammen, um die Teilnehmer durch die potenziellen Probleme zu führen, die bei der Handhabung von Pulvern im Rahmen des AM-Prozesses auftreten. Präsentationen des Fraunhofer IFAM Instituts in Bremen und von Carpenter Additive werden neben Beiträgen der University of Greenwich und des Wolfson Centre gehalten. Neu in diesem Jahr ist, dass Dr. Hamid Salehi von der Universität Greenwich zusätzlich zu den Standardthemen Recycling und Qualitätsfragen, Verunreinigung, Oxidation, Pulverhandhabung und wichtige Sicherheitsüberlegungen seine Erkenntnisse über die neuesten Techniken bei der Prüfung der Verteilbarkeit und der Qualitätskontrolle von Schichten vorstellen wird. Die Delegierten werden Folgendes erfahren * Die neue Technik und das neue Instrument, die entwickelt wurden, um das Verhalten eines

A general short course covering some of the most common issues met by process engineers when handling bulk materials including material build-up in hoppers and unreliable discharge of the contents. Taking place in April you will learn about * Basics of hopper and silo design and function * Dealing with potential problems * Discharge aids and interfacing to feeders These courses are being offered in two formats: * Online: delivered over 5 morning sessions, 4 – 8 April * Face to face: If you prefer to attend in person, you can now do so for a two day course at our premises in Chatham, Kent. 26 – 27 April The course content is the same on either course. Attendees on either course are also invited to join the Practical Workshop on 28 April, where some of the theory aspects are demonstrated in our on-site laboratories. 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 equipment designers and manufacturers, or management of such staff. Anyone who handles any form of bulk material could benefit from attending.

This course is relevant to at anyone working in the engineering/energy sector who handles or is responsible for the safe transportation of biomass materials. The issues surrounding the safe handling and storage of different biomass materials are examined during this on-line short course. We invite you to attend: 21 - 25 February: Biomass Operations and Handling Technology Subjects areas covered include: * Material types, flow properties and handling equipment requirements; * Self-heating, fire, explosion and safety; * Dust and degradation, pneumatic conveying and wear; * Explosion protection and ATEX regulations; * Engineering of equipment for storage and discharge; * Ship unloading; * Dust control and management; Who should attend? This course is relevant to at anyone working in the engineering/energy sector who handles or is responsible for the safe transportation of biomass materials. This might include operations supervisors and their operatives, process plant managers, bulk materials handling equipment suppliers, design consultants, maintenance personnel, managers and procurement executives,

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

Insight into characterisation of powders and a overview of methods for determining bulk behaviour of particulate materials. 25 - 26 January; 14:00 - 17:00 hrs UK time; online learning. This short online course provides an overview of methods for determining bulk behaviour of particulate materials. The range of measurement techniques covered by the presenters will introduce relevance to real-world industrial scenarios and describe how the particular technique works and where it would be most useful. You will learn about a chosen selection of the following topics: Topics * Particle size measurement techniques * Particle Density (solid and bulk) * Flow property measurements * Moisture uptake * Propensity for Segregation/de-blending * Degradation/friability of bulk through handling systems * Caking/agglomeration of bulk materials in storage * Explosability * Pneumatic conveying properties * Dustiness testing New for 2022 - we are offering delegates the opportunity to take part in a practical workshop to see demonstrations of equipment discussed during the course. This takes

Lernen Sie, wie Sie problematische Handhabungsfragen lösen und/oder vermeiden können Melden Sie sich bei den Experten des Wolfson Centre for Bulk Solids Handling Technology für die Online-Kurse an, um die verschiedenen Probleme bei der Handhabung von Schüttgütern zu diskutieren. Im Januar beginnen wir mit einem Blick auf die verschiedenen Methoden zur Messung der Eigenschaften von Pulvern; die verschiedenen verfügbaren Techniken werden beschrieben und es werden Situationen genannt, in denen sie am nützlichsten sind. Zu den Techniken gehören u. a. die Messung der Partikelgröße, der Partikeldichte (fest und lose) und der Fließeigenschaften. Im Februar folgen dann Kurse, die sich auf spezifische Aspekte der Fließfähigkeit und des Austrags konzentrieren, die im obigen Kurs kurz behandelt wurden, nämlich Anbackungen und Klumpenbildung in Pulvern und Prozessen und dann die Entmischung von Pulvern und Partikeln. Jeder dieser Kurse bietet zusätzlich die Möglichkeit, Mitte Februar an einer praktischen Vorführung in den Labors des Wolfson

Course: Understanding the Total Cost of Ownership. Kurs über die Vermeidung künftiger Probleme und den intelligenten Kauf von Schüttgutförderanlagen Der Kurs wird sowohl Terminalbetreibern als auch Ausrüstungsherstellern einen Einblick geben, was einerseits spezifiziert und andererseits geliefert werden sollte. Letzte freie Plätze für diesen neuen Kurzkurs für die Schüttgutindustrie. Dienstag 23. und Mittwoch 24. November 2021, ONLINE 13:00 - 17:00 GMT Kurs auf Englisch

Online-Kurzlehrgang Experten vom Fraunhofer IFAM Institut in Bremen, Carpenter Additive und The Wolfson Centre for Bulk Solids Handling Technology vermitteln die neuesten Erkenntnisse zu diesem Thema. Seien Sie vom 12. bis 16. Juli jeden Nachmittag dabei und lassen Sie sich durch die kritischen Aspekte des Pulverhandlings und -managements führen, damit Sie potenzielle Problemstellen erkennen und lernen, wie Sie diese vermeiden oder überwinden können.

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

Das Wolfson Centre for Bulk Solids Handling Technology an der University of Greenwich bietet kurze Kurse zum sicheren Transport von Schüttgütern in Häfen und auf See an. Die Fragen im Zusammenhang mit der sicheren Handhabung und Lagerung von Schüttgütern im Hafen und auf See werden in zwei Online-Kurzkursen untersucht. Der eine befasst sich mit allgemeinen Sicherheitsfragen, der andere mit den Schwierigkeiten beim Umgang mit und beim Transport von Biomassematerialien. Wir laden Sie ein, daran teilzunehmen. Hafen- und Terminalbetrieb für Schüttgüter Am 8. - 11. März kurze Kurs Hafen- und Terminalbetrieb für Schüttgüter - Schüttgutumschlag und Sicherheitsprobleme in Häfen und auf See. Dieser Kurs, der in Zusammenarbeit mit ABTO: Association of Bulk Terminal Operators durchgeführt wird, befasst sich mit den Fragen der sicheren Handhabung und Lagerung von Schüttgütern in Häfen und auf See. [AHREF**S-**store.gre.ac.uk/conferences-and-events/short-courses/wolfson-centre-for-bulk-solids-handling-technology/port-and-terminal-operations-for-bulk-cargoes-mar-2021**» Weitere Informationen und Registrierung (Englisch)] Biomassebetrieb

Nehmen Sie an einer Studie teil zur Verbesserung der Effizienz von Manufacturing durch die Implementierung digitaler Systeme in pneumatischen Förderleitungen See English version (at the flag on the top right corner) , or use the link to go straight to the application page.

Short Course; 6 - 12 January An intensive course looking at the components of pneumatic conveying systems, system selection and design techniques. Day 1: Introduction to pneumatic conveying / Components Day 2: System design / Economic design Day 3: Interfacing / Explosion hazards / ATEX-DSEAR Day 4: Operation and control of blow tanks / Blow tanks and transport Day 5: Uprating systems / Case studies Each session will include time to discuss operational issues with the presenter and other delegates. A previous delegate said of the course: This course demonstrated to me that an appropriate scientific approach can help to understand this art of pneumatic transport. I recommend this training to engineers who want to tackle powder conveying problems (design and operation) in their factory. Should I attend? If you are a plant designer, plant manager or work in maintenance, this course will improve your ability to deal with the design and troubleshooting of plants. You’ll also benefit