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Rotary valves are widely used to feed pneumatic conveying pipelines, and for feed metering, explosion isolation, atmospheric isolation etc. However there are a multitude 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. Faced with this bewildering choice, how does an engineer decide what to specify? This course will help understand the reasons for the different options and how to choose them. Topics will 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 * ATEX requirements and responsibilities * Features for cleaning and preventing contamination * Venting – needs, options and ensuring success * Review of practical application issues The course is aimed at engineers, system designers, maintenance personnel who have responsibility for sourcing, specifying and keeping operational rotary valves in all industries. Course fees are £580 per person

Workshop Week sessions give delegates an insight into how and why various powder handling techniques are used, and how these can enhance bulk materials handling services offered to Industry. Delivered over 4 days, different applications will be presented each day: - Understanding Powder Flow - Characterisation Techniques - Pneumatic Conveying - Dust Contamination and Filtration Delegates may stay for as many sessions as required.

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.

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.

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 * Mechanical Surface Energy Testing A mixture of theory and practical sessions will be made over the 2 days. Course fee: £915 per person [**NOTE**Auf Deutsch**Der Kurs wird online auf Englisch abgehalten. Wenn Sie daran interessiert sind, diesen Kurs auf Deutsch zu erhalten, nehmen Sie bitte Kontakt mit uns auf, um dies zu vereinbaren.**]

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. [**NOTE**Auf Deutsch**Der Kurs wird online auf Englisch abgehalten. Wenn Sie daran interessiert sind, diesen Kurs auf Deutsch zu erhalten, nehmen Sie bitte Kontakt mit uns auf, um dies zu vereinbaren.**]

6 June: this webinar focuses on a vital yet often misunderstood step in many industrial processes. Presenter: Dr Hamed Johnny Sarnavi This webinar, ” Challenges in Convective Drying of Powdered Materials ”, focuses on a vital yet often misunderstood step in many industrial processes. It explores the interaction between powder behaviour and heated air, which is essential for addressing energy efficiency and product quality concerns. Designed for decision-makers, process engineers, and equipment operators in the chemical, food, pharmaceutical, and mineral industries, this session offers practical insights for those interested in innovative drying techniques Dr Hamed Johnny Sarnavi: Hamed is a research and consultant engineer at the Wolfson Centre-University of Greenwich; specialising on the flowability and drying of wet bulk solids.

July 9, 2025: New One day short course: explore best practice and industry; learn about impact of material properties on product quality and process efficiency This new course aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the challenges and solutions in storing and handling bulk powders used in battery manufacturing, and to explore best practice and industry standards for safe and efficient material handling. The course will also involve the role of material properties in storage and handling, and their impact on product quality and process efficiency. Course presenter, Dr Vivek Garg has been helping companies involved in the manufacture of batteries to better understand the problems encountered when handling and storing these bulk materials and has used this to create a bespoke course for the industry. Course subjects * Basics in operation, design and specification of hoppers, silos, bins and bunkers, * An introduction to the storage and flow of bulk solid materials * Feeders and feeding * Hopper discharge aids * Prediction of discharge rates focussing on battery materials. He will also look closely

From Carbon Fixing to Building structures: Optimising the carbonation reaction conditions for a fast and complete carbonation process. Carbon capture utilisation and storage (CCUS) is a process to utilise the captured carbon by finding suitable applications or converting into useful products such as plastics, concrete or biofuels etc. CCUS is strongly supported by the organisations across the globe to minimise the carbon footprints. Heavy industries such as cement, steel, and chemicals are often seen as the major producers of greenhouse gasses, therefore, the flue gases produced from processes are mixed with waste byproducts to create a useful product. The carbonation extent and kinetics are influenced by the factors dependent on the base material physiochemical properties and carbonation reaction conditions. Optimising these conditions are the premises for the fast carbonation process. Presenters: Dr Baldeep Kaur and Dr Sean McIntyre from Surface Measurement Systems Baldeep Kaur will discuss about the fundamentals of the carbonation process and Sean McIntyre will present research on the hydration

Conference to promote awareness of fires in silos and flat stores and how to prevent or manage these occurrences. Fire Prevention and Management in Biomass and Bulk Materials Storage 10 June 2025; University of Greenwich , Medway campus, UK Organised by the Wolfson Centre for Bulk Solids Handling Technology. Conference Chair: Prof. Michael Bradley Registration is now open for the 4th Conference in the ‘Silo Fires’ series to promote awareness of fires in silos and flat stores and how to prevent or manage these occurrences. This conference will highlight an issue that is quite common but not very well exposed or covered. Unlike explosions, it is not regulated by DSEAR so does not get the same attention, but fires in storage of bulk solids is probably more common than explosions. The conference will open with a couple of case studies, moving on to discussing current scientific knowledge, finishing with advice on how to deal with the aftermath of fires in storage vessels, along with strategies for safety via design and operation practices. Programme We are pleased

Kostenloses Online-Seminar rund 90 min zu Pulverströmungsproblemen, Partikelcharakterisierung und Pulverentmischung Ziel dieses Online-Workshops ist es, das Bewusstsein der Ingenieure in der Industrie für Strömungsprobleme in ihren industriellen Prozessanlagen zu schärfen und den Teilnehmern die Möglichkeit zu geben, direkt nach dem kostenlosen Seminar mit unserem Expertenteam in einem ausführlicheren Einzelgespräch spezifische Aspekte Ihrer Probleme beim Umgang mit Schüttgütern. Mann kann auch über die von uns angebotenen Dienstleistungen zu diskutieren, um Ihnen bei der Lösung der Fließprobleme Ihrer Materialien zu helfen. Zu den Themen gehören: # Einführung in die Grundsätze und Gleichungen für Pulverfluss und Entmischung # Charakterisierung von Pulverströmen und Messtechniken für die Entmischung # Fallstudien (industrielle Anwendungen und Herausforderungen) # Prüfgeräte und Datenerfassung Die Teilnehmer werden in der Lage sein, komplexe Strömungsprobleme in ihren industriellen Anwendungen zu verstehen und das Anlagenlayout auf der Grundlage wissenschaftlicher

A comprehensive introduction to the operation of pipeline systems and system design. With an emphasis on the practical aspects of pneumatic conveying technology, these courses provide a comprehensive introduction to the basic operation of pipeline systems before moving on to the more complex calculations used in system design. Pneumatic Conveying of Bulk Solids; 14 – 16 May A basic course looking at system components, design techniques, operation and control of blow tank systems, explosion hazards, operational problems as well as interfacing storage bins with conveying systems. It also includes an optional practical workshop. This course will be repeated in October. Pneumatic Conveying System Design; 3 – 4 June 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 negative impact on quality of the powder being handled. This course will be repeated in November Each course take place in Chatham, Kent at the Wolfson

Four short courses looking at different characterisation and handling methods for reliable flow of bulk solids Happy New Year! We begin 2025 with a series of online courses related to powder handling and flow. Following these is a week of workshops for attendees to come to the Wolfson Centre and use some of our powder handling equipment and learn about the different techniques available. Dr Vivek Garg, recently awarded the prestigious MHEA Innovation Award 2024 at BULKEX for his work with the Mechanical Surface Effect Tester, will be leading these courses and will be available to answer your queries. 20 and 21 January; 14:00 – 17:00 hrs Measurement of the Properties and Bulk Behaviour of Particulate Materials; An overview of methods for determining bulk behaviour of particulate materials such as particle size measurement and density, moisture uptake, explosibility, dustiness testing and the new Mechanical Surface Effect Tester. 27 and 28 January; 14:00 – 17:00 hrs Caking and Lump Formation in Powders; An exploration of issues relating to keeping

2025 Calendar is out now Experts at the Wolfson Centre for Bulk Solids Handling Technology, at the University of Greenwich in UK are ready to train delegates from the Bulk Bulk Materials Handling Industries. Courses are scheduled through the year, either online or on campus. Registration is now open. This year we have some exciting new courses on offer, and we have also arranged a week of practical workshops to allow delegates the chance to use some of the new as well as the tried-and-tested pieces of equipment under the supervision of our experts. Online training We start with a series of online courses, examining the different issues encountered when storing and handling powders and particulate materials. Each course looks at methods to avoid or resolve problems encountered in different situations allowing delegates to gain the knowledge to help troubleshoot issues themselves. In January * Measurement of the Properties and Bulk Behaviour of Particulate Materials - An overview of

Erfahren Sie mehr über die verschiedenen Arten und Optionen von Zellenradschleusen und wie Sie die richtige Schleuse für Ihr System auswählen. 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

Im Jahr 2024 sind es 50 Jahre, seit das Wolfson Centre for Bulk Solids Handling Technology gegründet wurde. Das Wolfson Centre for Bulk Solids Handling Technology war ursprünglich eine Abteilung innerhalb der School of Engineering der ehemaligen Thames Polytechnic, der späteren University of Greenwich. Damals, im Jahr 1974, befanden sich das Büro und die Laboratorien in Woolwich, wo sie bis zu ihrem Umzug nach Medway in Kent im Jahr 2005 blieben. Die Abteilung wurde ursprünglich auf Wunsch des damaligen Schulleiters eingerichtet, der seine Promotion im Bereich der Zweiphasenströmung fester Gase abgeschlossen hatte und feststellte, dass das Polytechnic diese Disziplin nicht abdeckte. Er stellte daher Mitarbeiter ein, um diesen Forschungszweig fortzuführen, was wiederum zu Forschungen im Bereich der allgemeinen Schüttguthandhabung führte, und die Abteilung für Schüttguthandhabung war geboren. Erst 1989 wurde der Name Wolfson Centre dank der Finanzierung durch die Wolfson Foundation hinzugefügt. Obwohl sich die Menschen, der Standort und der Name der Abteilung

Die Anmeldung für diesen Online-Kurzkurs (auf English) ist offen. Themen: Recycling, Verunreinigung, Oxidation, Pulvercharakterisierung und andere Qualitätsfragen; Join us for an online short course where experts from the Additive Manufacturing industry join the Wolfson Centre for Bulk Solids Handling Technology to bring a course designed to guide participants through the critical aspects of powder handling and management within the AM process. Focussing on Metal and Plastic Powders in the AM process, the topics include: * Recycle and quality issues; * Contamination and Oxidation issues * Powder characterisation and control * Quality considerations such as sampling, segregation, electrostatics * Latest techniques in spreadability testing and layer quality control Who should attend? The course is aimed at anyone working in powder based additive manufacturing, particularly with metal or plastic powders. There will be plenty of time given to questions so if you have a particular problem, we will help you to find out how to resolve it. Presenters Prof Mike Bradley Director of the Wolfson Centre for Bulk Solids

An advanced course offering covering storage and handling requirements of bulk materials for drawing up specifications and designing hoppers and silos Learn about; * Minimising project risk through characterisation of bulk materials; * Detail design for storage equipment; * Best Practice for bulk handling plant design and operation; * When should discharge aids be applied and appropriate types; * Methods for correct interfacing. 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.

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