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Production, Handling and Characterization of Particulate Materials pp 515–545Cite as

Sampling and Characterization of Bulk Particulate Materials and Products

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Part of the book series: Particle Technology Series ((POTS,volume 25))

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This chapter is aimed primarily at engineers working in industry with little formal training or education in particle technology or bulk solids and aims to provide an overview of simple sampling and characterisation methods and techniques many of which can be undertaken with standard laboratory apparatus. It is written in a fairly informal style, however, reference is made to the academic literature where appropriate. A descriptive distinction between random sampling and systematic sampling is given, followed by advice on sampling methods covering a range of sampling techniques. Once a sample has been obtained, typically, either the properties of individual particles or of the bulk are required. An overview of common characterisation techniques, apparatus and interpretation of results is given. This is by necessity a non-exhaustive review and a list of references and standards is provided for the interested reader.

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    Note: Search always the latest available version of a standard. They usually are revised at a regular basis.

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    Don McGlinchey

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    Henk G. Merkus

  2. DSM Food Specialties & Delft University of Technology, Delft, The Netherlands

    Gabriel M.H. Meesters

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McGlinchey, D. (2016). Sampling and Characterization of Bulk Particulate Materials and Products. In: Merkus, H., Meesters, G. (eds) Production, Handling and Characterization of Particulate Materials. Particle Technology Series, vol 25. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-20949-4_15

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