Bulk Solids Handling

• 1 Characterization, Flow and Storage.- 1 The nature of bulk solids.- 2 Gravity flow of bulk solids.- 3 Dynamics of fluid/solids systems.- 4 The design of storage bins and hoppers.- 5 Dust control.- 6 Explosion hazards.- 2 Mechanical Handling.- 7 Belt conveyors.- 8 Bucket elevators.- 9 Chain and flight conveyors.- 10 Screw conveying.- 11 Vibratory conveyors.- 3 Pneumatic and Hydraulic Transport.- 12 Basic pneumatic conveying systems.- 13 Components of pneumatic conveying systems.- 14 Pneumatic conveyor design.- 15 Air-assisted gravity conveying.- 16 Hydraulic conveying.- 17 Capsule transport.

Overall, the authors have succeeded in their objective to design the book as a practical source of reference for plan and process engineers, designers, project and maintenance engineers in industries where particulate or granular materials are handled in bulk. It is a highly readable book that engineering students can read and understand on their own. Drying Technology