A selection of courses aimed at different levels of expertise for process engineers in the powder and bulk solids handling industries.
We support industries that are seeking to resolve process problems, develop design schemes for plant expansion, or simply improve product quality
Who should attend?
These courses will improve your ability to deal with the design and troubleshooting of different systems. They aim to provide a better understanding of potential problems and how to make your plant as efficient and trouble-free as possible
16 – 20 November: Pneumatic Conveying of Bulk Materials; components of pneumatic conveying systems, selection and design techniques.
Subjects covered include: dilute and dense phase conveying / Selecting the correct hardware for your application / Matching appropriate feeders to pneumatic systems / Dust control methodology / Practical design considerations / Elimination of explosion hazards / Positive and negative pressure systems
7 – 11 December: Pneumatic Conveying System Design; in depth exploration of detailed calculations for design of pneumatic pipelines and specifying plant.
Subjects covered include: Lean versus dense phase pneumatic conveying / obtaining conveying information / equations for predicting pipeline pressure drop and throughput / how stepped bore pipelines enhance system performance and reduce problems / a detailed look at bends / air
humidity effects / Practical details – choice of coupling systems, pipe specification systems etc
15 – 16 December; Rotary Valves: Design, Selection and Operational Issues; an exploration of the different valves and features available
Subjects covered include: Basics of rotary valve performance / Seals and bearings, options, functions and selection / Features for cleaning and preventing contamination / Venting – needs, options and ensuring success / ATEX requirements and responsibilities
Full course details and on-line registration is available here here
Discounts are available for multiple bookings and repeat attendances
Bespoke In-house courses can also be delivered on line at a time to suit operational needs.
Contact the Centre on
020 8331 8646 or
wolfson-enquiries@gre.ac.uk www.bulksolids.com
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