Powder Flow Analysis is a testing methodology that helps manufacturers understand how powders will behave during production processes. Testing factors like how easily powders flow and how they pack together is critical for industries working with powder materials - from pharmaceutical companies making tablets and testing tablet hardness to food manufacturers producing instant coffee.

The way powders move and behave directly affects both the manufacturing process and the quality of the final product. Our powder flow testing instruments provide precise measurements that help lab teams prevent production problems, meet quality standards, and reduce manual testing errors.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Intrinsic Flow ability?

Intrinsic flowability , as defined by Dr. Albert Gioia at the Dow Pharmaceutical Research Labs in Milan, is the property of a powder to flow evenly under the action of gravity and other forces. His techniques uses the Flodex test apparatus to determine a repeatable flowability index over an arbitrary scale of 4 to 34. For complete technical details, please see “Intrinsic Flowability: A New Technology for Powder-Flowability Classification" by Dr. Alberto Gioia in Pharmaceutical Technology (1980). 

How does particle size affect powder flow?

Particle size and its distribution are critical factors in powder flow behavior. Generally, larger particles flow more freely than smaller ones. However, when particles become too large, their weight can actually hinder flow. Our testing equipment helps determine optimal size distributions for specific manufacturing needs.

What is a shear cell test and why is it important?

A shear cell test measures how powder particles move against each other under different processing conditions. This test is crucial for understanding flow energy changes and predicting how powders will behave during manufacturing. It helps prevent common issues like bridging or ratholing in production equipment.​