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April — Drying Industry perspective: New drying technologies can impact manufacturing Jamal Yagoobi Case history: Circular fluid-bed dryer improves pelletizing process An agglomeration equipment supplier installs a circular fluid-bed dryer in the pelletizing line of its pilot plant. New installation: Dry roaster helps almond processor ensure product quality A California company installs a conveyor roaster in a new almond processing plant. Suppliers' tips Equipment suppliers discuss how drying can impact the flow properties of hygroscopic materials. Mixing Mechanics Fernando J. Muzzio and Sarang Oka The authors discuss using residence time distribution to un- derstand continuous blending. Tips for finding effective storage solutions This article provides solutions to some common bulk solids storage questions compiled from various industry experts. May — Bagging and Packaging Stretch wrap film and pallet load stability David Finnemore This article discusses factors affecting the stability of stretch- wrapped pallets and how optimizing stretch film application can help reduce packaging costs and prevent losses from product damage. Test center: Ensuring your material is handled properly A test center mimics customer applications to provide equip- ment recommendations. Suppliers' tips Equipment suppliers discuss packaging equipment trends and innovations. Industry perspective: Bulk solids technology vital to improved food safety John W. Carson Dust Doctor John A. Constance The columnist discusses factors to consider when choosing a dust collector fan and how to select the best fan for your system. Combustible dust: Your risk mitigation options Karen Wear This article outlines the process for evaluating your plant's risk for a dust explosion or fire and suggests potential pre- vention and protection options. June — Size Reduction Using particle analysis to optimize agitator bead mill performance Kevin Kirkwood This article describes how particle analysis can help you op- timize an agitator bead mill's operating parameters for your application. Suppliers' tips Equipment suppliers discuss how to improve size reduction equipment throughput. Industry perspective: Equipment procurement: Pay now or pay later Richard J. Farnish Agglomeration Advisor William H. Engelleitner The guest columnist answers some commonly asked ques- tions about handling green agglomerates. Comparing long-radius antiwear elbows for pneumatic conveying systems Davide Papazzoni and Andrea Zucchelli This article describes a study comparing the wear behavior of three common materials used to make wear-resistant el- bows for pneumatic conveying systems and discusses how to design and implement a pneumatic conveying system elbow maintenance plan. Case history: Monitoring resin levels A plastics molding company installs a level-measurement system to track its raw material inventory. Air pollution control Industrial-emissions-related news and markets information along with a selection of products that can help you control air pollution at your plant. July — Mechanical Conveying Using aeromechanical conveyors for difficult-to-handle materials Nick Webber This article describes how the aeromechanical conveyor works and explains why this conveyor type can be a good choice for conveying difficult materials. Suppliers' tips Equipment suppliers discuss considerations that are often overlooked when choosing a mechanical conveyor. Industry perspective: Bulk solids education helps avoid economic losses John Lawrence Pneumatic points to ponder… Jack D. Hilbert The columnist explains how "listening" to the material you plan to convey can help you ensure that your pneumatic conveying system is ideally suited to the application and im- prove system performance. The challenges of powder characterization Jamie Clayton This article introduces the challenges associated with pre- dicting powder flowability and discusses how understanding powder behavior can benefit process performance. Engineering Solution: Screening out tough agglomerates A chemical producer gets help removing unwanted agglomer- ations. Nanotechnology Keep up to date on nanotechnology-related news and events. 8 August 2017 PBE powderbulk.com