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The 9 main causes of big bag bulking

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Conditioning
| 2 minutes of reading | By Martin A.
Blocs compacts dans big bag

There are many reasons why powder in big bags can stick together.

Here is a list of the 9 most common causes:

1. Hygroscopy

Some powders have a natural ability to absorb moisture from the air.
When powder absorbs moisture, it can become sticky and form agglomerates.

2. Compression

When powder is stored in a big bag, the pressure exerted by the weight of the powder can cause it to compress, resulting in the formation of solid blocks.

3. Temperature

Fluctuations in temperature can cause moisture to condense in the big bag.

When the temperature drops, moisture can condense on the walls of the big bag as well as on the powder leading to product agglomeration.

4. Chemical composition

Certain chemical compounds can react with each other, forming strong bonds.

For example, if the powder contains compounds that react with moisture, this can lead to the formation of agglomerates.

5. Particle size

Fine particles can agglomerate more easily than larger ones.
Fine particles have a greater specific surface area, which means they have more points of contact with other particles, which can favor agglomeration.

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6. Storage time

The longer the powder is stored in the big bag, the more likely it is to agglomerate. This is due to moisture build-up, powder compression and other factors that can promote agglomeration.

7. Movement

Vibrations or movements of the big bag can cause friction between particles, which can lead to agglomeration.

8. Residual moisture

If the powder has not been dried properly, or if it contains a certain amount of residual moisture, it may agglomerate. Residual moisture may come from the powder's manufacturing process, or from the environment in which it is stored.

9. Electrostatic charge

Static electricity can attract particles to one another, promoting agglomeration.
Electrostatic charge can be generated by particles rubbing against each other or by other sources, such as humidity.

 





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By breaking the mass setting of powders stored in big bags, these solutions facilitate emptying and guarantee product fluidity.
The Palamatic Process SmashR® is a reliable and efficient solution for optimizing big bag unpacking processes.

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