Understanding how powders behave under various processing conditions is crucial across industries such as food, pharmaceuticals, and packaging. Powder flow analysis plays a pivotal role in evaluating and optimizing these behaviors. With Cell Instruments’ TEX-01 Texture Analyzer, professionals now have a precise and repeatable method for testing the flow characteristics of powders and granular materials.
Powder flow analysis refers to the assessment of how powders move, compress, consolidate, and relax during handling and processing. It reveals critical properties like compactability, cohesion, and caking tendency that can significantly influence the quality and performance of end products.
With powders being notoriously sensitive to external factors—such as moisture, static charge, vibration, and particle size distribution—conducting accurate and repeatable tests is essential. The TEX-01, a dedicated texture analyzer for powders, offers unmatched reliability by simulating real-world handling conditions through specialized testing fixtures.
Cell Instruments’ TEX-01 is equipped with optional attachments such as a Powder Flow Tester and Unconfined Yield Strength Rig. These enable precise measurement of powder consolidation, compaction, and relaxation behaviors. Whether you're assessing flow for food additives, pharmaceutical excipients, or packaging materials, TEX-01 meets the diverse needs of R&D teams and QA departments.
It is widely used for:
· Granular material flow testing during development and production
· Quality control of powder batches from different sources
· Formulation optimization for better machinability
· Simulating and testing conditions such as aeration, compression, and vibration
When choosing a powder flowability tester, consistency and accuracy are paramount. The TEX-01’s high-precision sensors and programmable motion control ensure repeatable outcomes, helping teams avoid flow issues during capsule filling, tablet pressing, or sachet packaging.
Some of the standout advantages include:
· Modular attachments for multiple test types
· Software-driven data visualization and interpretation
· High repeatability and minimal operator error
· Compact footprint and easy integration into lab setups
TEX-01 offers measurable results that correlate with real production challenges, helping you fine-tune your formulations to work seamlessly with your manufacturing equipment.
Powders often don’t behave consistently. One batch may flow smoothly, while another clogs or cakes, disrupting entire production lines. TEX-01 identifies the root cause of such inconsistencies through detailed powder property profiling. This enables proactive decision-making and minimizes costly downtime.
With features designed to analyze:
· Yield stress
· Shear strength
· Flow function
· Compression-relaxation dynamics
· ...
TEX-01 provides critical data for robust product development and smoother manufacturing.