Powder & Bulk Solids

The cannabis industry is navigating challenges like shrinking margins and supply-side constraints, particularly in established markets such as Colorado. To stay ahead, businesses must prioritize operational efficiency. In this exclusive interview, Connor Nash, Chief Operating Officer at Spherex Labs, a leading cannabis engineering company, shares three actionable steps his team has implemented to optimize manufacturing processes. lnkd.in/gFAuGSsP

💡 Cybersecurity Meets Physical Safety: A New Era for Powder Handling Facilities Did you know the manufacturing sector has been the most attacked industry for four years running? For powder and bulk solids facilities, this isn’t just a digital problem — it’s a physical one. From dust explosions to sequence-based safety, this article explores how cyber risks can quietly erode safety margins and why HAZOPs and functional safety assessments must evolve to address digital threats. lnkd.in/gdEqBAjb

🚨 "One of the deadliest industrial incidents" in years. The US Chemical Safety Board released an update on the October 2025 explosions at Accurate Energetic Systems (AES) in McEwen, Tennessee. This tragic event claimed the lives of 16 workers, injured 7 others, and caused widespread destruction: powderbulksolids.com/industrial-fir…

How are you protecting your high-performance air-handling systems? 💨 This step-by-step guide by @NewYorkBlower Company demonstrates how to install components to reduce noise, prevent damage, and improve the reliability of fan systems. Check out the full guide here! utm.io/umEfZ #IndustrialFans #FanSystems #Sponsored

📢 FDA Warns Novo Nordisk: A Wake-Up Call for Pharma Compliance The FDA has issued a warning letter to Novo Nordisk, citing violations of Good Manufacturing Practices. This news underscores the importance of maintaining high standards in pharmaceutical manufacturing. Find out more: lnkd.in/gVxSC7nh

The biggest tariffs hurdle: one manufacturer weighs in. powderbulksolids.com/industry-trend…

🚀 Innovative Equipment Launches: Discover the latest advancements in industrial solutions, from Flexicon's dust-free vacuum conveying system to @thermofisher's precise elemental analyzer. Explore cutting-edge sensors, bagging systems, and more designed to optimize your operations. 🌟 powderbulksolids.com/pneumatic-conv…

📢 Got dust? Today at 2 p.m. ET, Ashok Dastidar will present "Mitigating Dust Explosions Through Engineered and Administrative Controls." The webinar will include a proposed structure to help reduce dust fire and explosion risks. Don't miss it! powderbulksolids.com/explosion-prot…

💡 What’s next for chemical regulation in the U.S.? Industry groups are backing proposed TSCA reforms to address EPA backlogs, streamline chemical reviews, and strengthen manufacturing competitiveness. This is a pivotal moment for the chemical and manufacturing sectors. Explore the details and implications of these proposed changes: powderbulksolids.com/chemical/manuf…

🌱 Brewer's Spent Grain Finds New Life in Packaging Materials 🌱GTF Technologies and AB InBev partnered to demonstrate the potential of treating food byproducts as assets instead of waste. The result highlights the power of circular economy practices in turning byproducts into sustainable solutions, proving that brewer's spent grain can be an eco-friendly packaging material: powderbulksolids.com/packaging-syst…

💡 Industrial safety under scrutiny in South Carolina: A manufacturing plant has 2 chemical leaks in 1 week. powderbulksolids.com/industrial-fir…

Product Recalls Alert - In February, over 3 million pounds of chicken fried rice and thousands of frozen meatballs were recalled due to contamination risks. Learn about the latest FDA and USDA actions impacting brands like Chips Ahoy!, Rosabella Moringa Capsules, and more: powderbulksolids.com/product-recall…

Engineers use terms such as Froude number, pressure drop, and particle size distribution every day. What do they mean, and why are they important? Alexandre Venancio of Gericke Group details in this video for Powder & Bulk Solids why Froude number and other numbers enhance mixing efficiency. Find out more about why these terms are so critical for the mixing process in Venancio's article. powderbulksolids.com/pneumatic-conv…

More drugmaker reshoring news: AbbVie is spending $380 million to expand US operations that will integrate AI with advanced manufacturing technologies to make neurological and obesity medicines: powderbulksolids.com/pharmaceutical…

Our March issue comes out soon. Here's a sneak peek.

Is Premixing Draining Your Resources? 🚨 In pharmaceutical manufacturing, premixing feels like a safe choice — but it’s hiding significant costs that impact your margins and efficiency. Discover the 5 hidden costs of premixing (labor, cleaning, energy, and more.) powderbulksolids.com/mixers-blender…

🎉2026 has seen several executives move up in the food & beverage industry, including at J.M. Smucker, Kraft-Heinz, and Campbell's. Check out more Powder Moves: powderbulksolids.com/series/powder-…

Johnson & Johnson is investing $1B in a next‑gen cell therapy manufacturing facility in Montgomery County, PA—fueling 500+ biomanufacturing jobs and strengthening US supply chain resilience. Read our full breakdown of what this means for advanced therapies. utm.io/ulS4K #Biomanufacturing #CellTherapy #USManufacturing

For manufacturers, drying isn’t just a step in the process — it’s a major energy consumer. High-power solid-state microwave drying offers faster moisture removal, tighter process control, and improved thermal uniformity. powderbulksolids.com/drying/how-sol…