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January 2024

January 2024

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Understanding a material’s properties, such as particle size, bulk density, moisture content and flowability, is essential for selecting the appropriate equipment and designing a system that can handle the material effectively.

Powder & Bulk Processing

10 factors to consider for successful bulk material system integration

Jan. 18, 2024

Vibratory conveyors' sanitary construction and ease of cleaning make them ideal for facilities requiring product purity.

Weighers & Feeders

Product considerations for vibratory feeding and conveying

Jan. 17, 2024

Jim Longo, president of Diversified Chemical Products.

Mixing, Blending & Size Reduction

Case study: Ribbon blender increases output 25-fold at Diversified Chemical Products

Jan. 16, 2024

Figure 1: A typical on/off isolation valve employs an open/closed limit switch assembly to indicate valve position. This works well for non-critical applications, but the on/off nature of the position signal limits the ability to employ diagnostics.

Valves & Actuators

Position transmitters improve critical isolation valve reliability

Jan. 5, 2024

Desiccant breathers, such as the one mounted on this hydraulic power unit, help to remove moisture from the unit by trapping it before it enters and as it breathes.

Maintenance & Safety

Hydraulic systems: Filtration’s importance — and how to use it successfully

Oct. 12, 2023