Solids Solutions: specialists in powder technology and process innovation

In the world of powder processing and industrial materials handling, precision plays a crucial role. Whether in the pharmaceutical, food or chemical industries, the properties of solids ultimately determine the quality of the end product. The Dutch company Solids Solutions specialises in analysing, testing and optimising these types of processes. With state-of-the-art laboratories and practical expertise, the company helps industries work more efficiently and consistently with powders and granulates.

About Solids Solutions

Solids Solutions focuses on improving bulk handling processes such as the flow, mixing, transport and storage of solids. The company combines scientific knowledge with practical industrial applications. This enables clients not only to solve problems but also to fundamentally improve processes. Examples include reducing product loss, improving product quality and preventing blockages in installations.

What makes Solids Solutions unique is the combination of consultancy, laboratory testing and training. Companies can have their own materials analysed, providing a complete picture of how powders behave under different conditions.

Mixing solids

An important process in powder technology is the mixing of solids. In sectors such as food, pharmaceuticals and chemicals, homogeneous mixing is essential to ensure a consistent end product. Even minor deviations in the mixing process can lead to quality issues or inefficient production.

When optimising the process of mixing solids, factors such as particle size, shape, density and moisture content play a major role. Not every powder mixes equally easily with another powder. Some materials clump, whilst others segregate during transport or storage.

Solids Solutions’ expertise involves extensive testing of how different powders behave in mixing processes. Simulations and practical tests are used to determine which mixing technique yields the best results. This helps companies to produce more efficiently and minimise product variation.

Powder milling

In addition to mixing, particle size reduction is also a key aspect of powder processing. Milling powder is a process in which larger solid particles are reduced to smaller ones. This affects not only the texture, but also the solubility, reaction time and processability of the material.

Powder milling must be carefully tailored to the end goal. Milling too finely can lead to dust formation and a risk of explosion, whilst milling too coarsely can affect the quality of the product. That is why knowledge of material behaviour is essential.

Solids Solutions supports companies in selecting the right milling techniques through test facilities and data analysis. This enables processes to be organised more safely, efficiently and consistently.

Applications and innovation

Solids Solutions’ expertise is applied across a wide range of industries. In the pharmaceutical sector, the focus is on precise dosing and homogeneity, whilst in the food industry, taste and texture are paramount. In the chemical industry, safety and stability are of paramount importance.

By continuously investing in research and innovation, the company remains at the forefront of powder technology. New insights into flow, mixing and particle behaviour ensure that industrial processes are continually optimised.