Powders and Particulates used in the processing industry can often cause major disruptions to production whether through build-up in hoppers, de-blending, uneven weights when packing or dosing, degradation, dust build-up……the problems go on.

Experts at the Wolfson Centre for Bulk Solids Handling Technology have put together a series of training courses to help delegates identify potential issues before they become a major headache and advise on how to help solve or avoid the problems that may otherwise occur. Courses provide delegates with the information to recognise plant issues that may occur and how to avoid them through the use of presentations, case studies and video/hands -on demonstrations.

Now open for registration:

25 – 26 January: Measurement of the Properties and Bulk Behaviour of Particulate Materials
1 – 2 February: Caking and Lump Formation of Powders and Bulk Solids
8 – 9 February: Undesired Deblending and Separation in Processes and Equipment
16 February – NEW FOR 2022* Practical Workshop in the Wolfson Centre Laboratories, where delegates can participate in demonstrations of the equipment and processes discussed in the above 3 courses.
21 – 25 February: Biomass Operations and Handling Technology
2 – 3 March: Commissioning and Troubleshooting ‘Hands-on’ Pneumatic Conveying Systems
14 – 17 March: Port and Terminal Operations for Bulk Cargoes

Some courses are being offered as both online and on campus to give delegates the choice of learning method. Delegates from both sessions will be invited to join the optional Practical Workshop which resumes in the Wolfson Centre Laboratories in Chatham, Kent.

Register your interest:

Storage and Discharge of Powders and Bulk Materials (April)
A basic course covering the operation, design and specifications of hoppers and silos for reliable discharge;

Pneumatic Conveying of Bulk Materials (May)
Identification of components of pneumatic conveying systems, system selection and design techniques;

Who should attend?

All courses are written with the industrial engineer in mind.  They are recommended for operators who handle bulk materials daily, for maintenance, Health & Safety officers, plant or equipment designers and manufacturers, or management of such staff. In fact anyone who works in the industry involved in the handling and storage of powders, granules, particulates etc could benefit from attending.

Registration and online payment can be completed by clicking on the relevant course above or by visiting the dedicated Short Courses pages. Multiple attendees on a course or delegates attending two or more courses during the year will receive the discounted fee.

For enquiries please contact Caroline via wolfson-enquiries@gre.ac.uk or call 020 8331 8646