Articles

Title/Author	Date
Process engineering: Pneumatic conveying moves ahead Pneumatic conveying has long been a popular choice for moving bulk materials. However, the technology hasn't been standing still, and this can influence the choice between several types of pneumatic systems. Author: Nick Basta	04/04/2005
Understanding ratholes Diamondback Technology supplies ChemicalProcessing.com with this exclusive piece on rathole formation in plant hoppers. Author: Diamondback Technology	04/01/2005
High-viscosity materials: Get into the thick of things Mixing equipment that you have relied on for years is likely inadequate for successfully mixing high-viscosity materials. This article outlines the solutions to this unique challenge.	03/01/2005
Process Manufacturing: Bulk-solids-handling whitepapers A variety of technical papers from Jenike & Johanson that cover storage and flow issues can be downloaded from this database.	03/01/2005
Process engineering: Particle size reduction techniques and equipment There are numerous industries that depend on size reduction to improve performance or to meet specifications. This article details size-reduction techniques and equipment that may assist you when handling these materials. Author: J. Peter Clark	02/15/2005
Properly introduce solids into a flowing gas stream Particulate solids are often required to be introduced into a flowing gas stream. If not done correctly, introduction of solids into the gas stream can lead to impingement of solids on the pipe, resulting in erosion of the pipe in the area of the solids introduction.	01/31/2005
PAT provides new insights into drying	01/03/2005
Take out torque A reader's ribbon blendor is experiencing torquing problems. Read tips about how to avoid torque problems in a ribbon blender.	10/02/2004
The future is in plastics Single-use equipment is finding a place in the biopharmaceutical industry. One company has even designed a new bioprocessing facility around the disposable equipment. Author: Diane Dierking	09/16/2004
Ultrafine Particles Come Under the Microscope	07/01/2004
Plugging hampers solids' Removal A reader seeks an answer to the best way to control solids' removal rate from an evaporator.	03/11/2004
Unlock Better Blending Use this four-step approach to troubleshoot demixing problems in blenders	12/18/2003
Top Ten Topics for 2003 \| Chemical Processing Author: Alan E. Hodel, Internet columnist	12/18/2003
Solid Success New grinding media and equipment designs enhance the performance of mills and dispersers Author: Nick Basta, Contributing Editor	10/23/2003
Crack the Code When specifying dust collectors, it may not be necessary to follow ASME code to the letter. Ask the right questions and ask them early	10/15/2003