Cubic triaxial tester for biomass flowability
In biomass production, materials like wood chips and ground biomass often face flowability issues that can lead to costly downtime and off-spec products. Understanding these flow challenges before scaling up production is crucial for operational efficiency.
Measure six engineering properties simultaneously
The True Cubical Triaxial Tester (CTT), developed by Forest Concepts in collaboration with The Pennsylvania State University, is designed to measure the flowability of chipped and ground biomass. Unique in its function, the CTT simultaneously measures six engineering properties required to model bulk material flow, helping users predict if a material will flow out of hoppers and chutes or determine mass flow rates in conveyors. The tester is available with 250 mm and 125 mm cubical sample chambers, allowing for testing of biomass materials of various sizes. An integrated pycnometer with a 1-liter sample volume is also available for additional measurement accuracy. The automated testing protocol generates comprehensive data sets for hydrostatic and conventional tests, requiring only manual loading and unloading of the sample chamber.
Benefits
- Predicts material flow through outlets and conveyors
- Evaluates new feedstocks before large-scale production
- Minimizes risk of flowability blockages
- Reduces operational costs with precise data
- Automated for consistent and reliable results