Level 2 engineering knowledge group

Material Handling and Bulk Solids

Learn how bulk-material properties influence storage, conveying, feeding, controlled discharge and reliable plant operation.

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Topics in this discipline

Flow behaviour, angle of repose, cohesion, moisture, segregation, bridging and ratholing.

Silos, bunkers and hoppers, including storage geometry and material-flow fundamentals.

Mechanical and pneumatic conveying, including belt, screw, chain and bucket-elevator systems.

Feeders, gates, airlocks, double-flap valves and rotary air valves for controlled extraction.