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New FFU universal gate valve

Coperion has developed a new discharge gate valve for controlled bulk material flow from storage bins and hoppers to downstream process steps. This valve is suited for a variety of applications in the chemical and plastics industries.

One particular feature of this new discharge valve is that it closes securely...

Bulk terminals industry prepares to meet in Antwerp

On 23 & 24 October, the international bulk terminals community will gather in Antwerp for the 8th Annual ABTO Bulk Terminals conference, where industry experts will provide analysis and advice on a range of thought-provoking topics covering everything from geopolitical events to environmental improvements.

Bulk Terminals Antwerp’s full programme...

Webinar: “Transform Your Powder Processing”

Granutools is organisation a free webinar on on September 26, 2024, entitled: “How to Improve Powder Processing: The Role of Permeability.”


The Session will show why understanding powder permeability is crucial for optimizing processes across a wide range of industries, including pharmaceuticals, food production, and additive manufacturing.


The Webinar will...

Adding salt to sauce mixers automatically

Adding small amounts of salt to a sauce intensifies the flavours of the different ingredients. However, it is important not to add too much salt. With an automatic feed system, the amount of salt can be controlled at all times. It also replaces manual handling. Incorrect dosing does not occur...

Liquid mixers with pneumatic feeding of salt

Screw auger for soda ash handling system

Solids handling equipment specialist, Ajax Equipment, has supplied industrial chemical producer, INEOS Inovyn, with a spare screw auger for a soda ash handling system which was previously supplied by Ajax. The ash handling system, consisting of inclined collecting screw conveyors and supports, chutes and diverter valve, improved production capability and...

Eriez appoints VP Global Sales

Todd Loudin has been appointed as Vice President of Global Sales at Eriez, where he will drive revenue growth and enhance the company’s global market presence.


Loudin most recently held a senior executive position at Valmet, a global leader in flow control solutions, where he significantly expanded market share and...

EuroBulkSystems launches new website

EuroBulkSystems has proudly launched its new website to coincide with the release of its milestone 100th issue. The revamped site continues the magazine’s tradition of covering the European bulk processing sector, offering in-depth news, product innovations, and event highlights. With a strong readership of over 9,000 professionals, the site provides...

Wolfson Bulk Solids Centre celebrates 50th Anniversary

Wolfson Bulk Solids Centre celebrates 50th Anniversary of the Wolfson Centre for Bulk Solids Handling Technology.

The Centre was originally a department within the School of Engineering at what used to be Thames Polytechnic, later to become the University of Greenwich. At this time, in 1974, the office and laboratories...

Vortex Global acquires SolidEx

Vortex Global, provider of components for the transport and flow control of dry bulk solids, has acquired SolidEx, the rail car loading solutions integrator, based in Baton Rouge, LA.

SolidEx will now be part of the Vortex family of companies, further expanding Vortex’s expertise and capabilities in the dry bulk...

Redefining industrial cleaning

Automated Material Processing (AMP), comprising Kason Corporation and Marion Process Solutions, has recently introduced its TotalClean Clean-in-Place (CIP) systems. These CIP solutions are designed to increase efficiency, safety and profitability across a range of industries including food, pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, chemical, cosmetic, food processing, dairy and brewing, all...