Insight of the Week

Welcome to Insight of the Week, where we spotlight practical, actionable knowledge in powder technology and material sciences. Each week, we delve into a key topic, offering a short analysis, expert perspectives, and innovative solutions tailored to industry challenges.

Featured Insight of the Week

AI-Powered Particle Size Monitoring in Continuous Milling
AI-based in-line particle size monitoring allows real-time tracking during milling. It improves process control, reduces waste, and eliminates the need for manual sampling. Real-Time Control, No Sampling Needed In milling, size matters. However, traditional methods rely on offline analysis. That causes delays and limits control. By contrast, [...]
Powders Under Pressure: Why Deformation Behavior Matters
powder deformation behavior under pressure in different ways. Understanding their behavior improves compaction, reduces failure, and sharpens control. InthisinsightoftheweekwewilllookPowders do not just compress. They shift. They adapt. That shift is not always reversible. Some powders return to their original form once the force is removed. Others do not. Most [...]
The Slow Collapse of “Stable” Powders: powder aging and degradation
Powders degrade quietly. Over time, even stable materials shift in chemistry, structure, or surface behavior. This invisible drift affects flow, reactivity, and product reliability. Understand it—or risk chasing symptoms you can’t trace. We trust storage too much. Stack the drums, seal the liners, label them “stable.” And we [...]
Powder Memory: How Processing History Affects Behavior
Powder memory explains why a powder’s behavior can change over time. Past handling, storage, or movement alters how powders flow, blend, or compact. By recognizing these changes, you can avoid many common process problems. Most powder issues do not come from size or shape alone. In fact, behavior often [...]
Handling Functional Powders: Five Risks and How to Control Them
Modern batteries, 5 G antennas, and solid‑state ceramics start with functional powders. These powders are finely engineered particles valued for precise chemistry and microstructure. They are ultra‑fine, highly reactive, and costly compared with ordinary bulk powders. Mishandling can erase performance or create serious hazards. This article unpacks five common risks in functional powder handling. It [...]