Here we look at powder-handling issues pertinent to this important industrial
sector, focusing particularly on storage, blending and powder fluidization. By
considering problems typically encountered during operation we show how
effective powder characterization can give insight and guidance for
troubleshooting, providing knowledge for the optimal development, selection and
use of a powder coating. The data presented in these examples were all
generated using the FT4 Powder Rheometer from Freeman Technology, a universal
powder tester that incorporates a range of complementary test programs for the
measurement of bulk, shear and dynamic properties.