Analysing powder behaviour

28 February 2012 – Brookfield Engineering has released the new powder flow pro v1.2, an updated version of Brookfield’s automated software used to control its powder flow tester. The tester provides quick and easy analysis of powder flow behaviour in industrial processing equipment.

Powder flow pro v1.2 allows confectionery manufacturers to combine, display and compare data from both standard and small batches. This is helpful because powders respond/pack differently depending on how much product is placed in the bin. One of the keys to consistent quality is the even flow powders in the manufacturing process.

The new normalised flow function enables the technician to predict if arching will occur. Arching or bridging are similar to sand blocking the flow in an hourglass. Based on the test results, the manufacturer can modify the manufacturing process or change their hopper design to avoid this problem. The upgrade is free to customers who own a Brookfield powder flow tester and powder flow pro software.