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  • Permeability collapse in hopper discharge shown in a two-panel hopper diagram, with a pressure drop and rathole in Panel A, then rathole collapse, entrained air, and a discharge surge in Panel B.
    7 February 2026

    Permeability Collapse in Hopper Discharge Causes “Random” Ratholes and Sudden Flooding

    Permeability collapse in hopper discharge often triggers instability before cohesion becomes the [...]

    Insights

  • Powder discharging into a receiving hopper with a small dust cloud at the transfer point, illustrating why universal dust explosivity criteria depend on dispersion conditions.
    7 February 2026

    The Search for Universal Dust Explosivity Criteria

    Universal dust explosivity criteria fail because explosibility depends on dispersion, turbulence, ignition, [...]

    Feature Article

  • Rare earth powders in two sample jars, magnet powder and oxide powder, on a lab bench with sieves, a milling jar, and a pinned world map behind.
    31 January 2026

    Rare Earth Powders and the New Strategic Material Order

    Rare earth powders now sit in the control loop of modern technology. [...]

    Feature Article

  • LFP black mass pre export workflow infographic showing sampling, testing, review, decision, logistics, and shipping
    31 January 2026

    Black Mass Powder Quality: Sampling, QA Panel, and Spec Templates

    Black mass powder quality decides yield, buyer acceptance, and dispute risk. First, [...]

    Know How

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Flow & bulk behavior

FlowabilitySegregationDustinessCakingElectrostatic EffectsMoisture SensitivityShearCohesionPermeabilityPacking Density

Particle & surface behavior

AgglomerationAttritionAbrasionWearAdhesionSurface EnergyDispersionRheologyPorosityThermal PropertiesParticle Size Distribution

Processing & handling

Mixing TechnologyHoppersConveyingCompactionCoatingSilo StorageEncapsulation TechniquesSpray DryingMilling

Characterization & analysis

Bulk Solids CharacterizationParticle Size TestingAnalytical Techniques and MethodsChemical Composition AnalysisMicroscopy

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Concise, practical explanations of focused powder and particle technology questions, mechanisms, measurement issues, and process challenges.

Insights

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Feature Articles

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  • Processing Techniques Involving Liquids and Gases (Part 3)
    8 December 2024

    Processing Techniques Involving Liquids and Gases (Part 3)

    Table of Contents: In this third article in the [...]

    Feature Article

  • Processing Techniques Involving Liquids and Gases
    30 November 2024

    Processing Techniques Involving Liquids and Gases (Part 2)

    In this second part of our article series, we will look [...]

    Feature Article

  • liquid and gas processing techniques
    24 November 2024

    Processing Techniques Involving Liquids and Gases (Part1)

    Liquid and gas processing techniques are essential in many industries, as they [...]

    Feature Article

  • Hydrotreating and Hydrocracking
    16 November 2024

    Hydrotreating and Hydrocracking: The Backbone of Modern Oil Refining

    Hydrotreating and hydrocracking are two fundamental processes that define modern oil [...]

    Feature Article

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Insights

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  • Characterizing Bulk Density in Powders: Why It Matters
    8 December 2024

    Characterizing Bulk Density in Powders: Why It Matters

    Bulk density plays a critical role in powder processing and handling, significantly influencing [...]

    Insights

  • Powder Mixing Challenges and Best Practices
    30 November 2024

    Powder Mixing: Common Challenges and Best Practices

    Effective powder mixing is crucial across industries such as pharmaceuticals, food production, and [...]

    Insights

  • Nanoparticles handling and safety challenges
    24 November 2024

    Nanoparticles: How Size Affects Material Properties

    In this weekly insight, we will dive into nanoparticle handling and safety challenges. [...]

    Insights

  • Emerging Trends in Powder Metallurgy
    16 November 2024

    Powder Metallurgy: Advantages and Emerging Trends

    In this article, we will discuss Emerging Trends in Powder Metallurgy as well [...]

    Insights

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  • tea mixer
    12 April 2024

    Tea Mixer delivered by Lindor to German client

    Lindor delivered a tailored industrial tea mixer to a satisfied German client. This [...]

  • 3D Printing Nanoparticles Breakthrough By Stanford Engineers
    4 April 2024

    3D Printing Nanoparticles Breakthrough By Stanford Engineers

    3D printing nanoparticles: An introduction Stanford material engineers have pioneered a method to [...]

  • plastics recycling
    3 April 2024

    Smart solutions for plastics recycling and compounding

    Coperion and Herbold Meckesheim are excited to showcase cutting-edge components and solutions for [...]

  • Bose-Einstein Condensate in Powder Technology Advancements
    31 March 2024

    Bose-Einstein Condensate in Powder Technology Advancements

    Bose-Einstein Condensate (BEC) is a unique quantum state of matter. It occurs [...]

    Feature Article

  • Powders and Particulate Material in Gases and Liquids
    23 March 2024

    Powders and Particulate Material in Gases and Liquids

    Powder and particulate material production involves more than traditional techniques like spray [...]

    Feature Article

  • PAM Vertical Paddle Mixers
    20 March 2024

    PAM Vertical Paddle Mixers: Setting the Standard

    PAM Vertical Paddle Mixers stand as efficient and versatile blending machines for batch [...]

  • Revolutionizing Protein Production
    12 March 2024

    Revolutionizing Protein Production

    NETZSCH Grinding & Dispersing, a global leader in materials processing, and ProteinDistillery, a [...]

  • Smart Powders A Future of Responsive Materials
    9 March 2024

    Smart Powders A Future of Responsive Materials

    Smart powders represent a futuristic vision of materials that can respond to [...]

    Feature Article

  • Kiepe Electric
    2 March 2024

    Kiepe Electric Explores Electrification in the Mining Sector

    Kiepe Electric GmbH, known for its reliable safety devices in conveyor technology, is [...]

  • Petrochemical Industry and Additives
    2 March 2024

    Petrochemical Industry and Additives (video)

  • Petrochemical Industry and Additives
    2 March 2024

    Petrochemical Industry and Additives

    Additives have played a crucial role in petroleum refining since its early [...]

    Feature Article

  • Spray Drying and it's Chemistry
    24 February 2024

    Spray Drying and it’s Chemistry (video)

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