Screw feeders are used in many industries to control the flow of powder into a process. The properties of the powder have a direct impact on feeder performance, making it essential to tailor the system to the product being handled. Poorly matched powder/feeder combinations can result in low feed rates, high screw torques and the accumulation of powder on the walls, all of which decrease short- and long-term operating efficiency.
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