Physical Modeling Capabilities
How we can help you with Physical Modeling
- Proof-of-concept prototyping, pilot-scale and unique solids process modeling
- Powder fluidization and pneumatic conveying tests
- Silo quaking, thumping, vibration testing, and analysis
- Flow visualization experiments
- High accuracy micro-feeding
Examples
Physical Modeling: Project Examples
- Feeding a sticky, cohesive powder at extremely low rates (1 g/minute)
- Micro-dosing a seasoning mixture uniformly
- Aligning pharmaceutical tablets in a high speed filler
- Filling of ammunition cartridges at high speeds
- Feeding a reactor with biomass with continuous, high accuracy control
- Operating powder fluidization model at high temperature
- Testing of large particle bulk solids (e.g., coal and switch grass)
|Analytical| Modeling Capabilities
How we can help you with Analytical Modeling
Using proprietary tools developed in-house based decades of bulk material handling research and commercial software such as ANSYS®, we have extensive analytical modeling capabilities.
Discrete Element Method (DEM) simulations of particle flow
- Transfer chute analysis and design (use of calibrated DEM model)
- Prediction of absolute wear in transfer chutes and hoppers/silos
- Hopper analysis and design
- Rotating equipment (kilns, blenders) analysis
Process Equipment Analysis
- Particle-gas diffusion modeling for purge column residence time analysis
- Particle drying analysis for design of direct drying (contact bed) systems
- Gas-solids models for powder settlement, flow through lock-hoppers
- Air blaster design tool for selection, location, and usage optimization
Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
- Stress and deflection calculations for silos, hoppers, and structures
- Fatigue analysis for connections that are bolted, flanged, and welded
- Moisture Migration analysis
- Drainage and Seepage analysis
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