1. DESIGNING HOPPERS TO PREVENT SPOILAGE.
- Author
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Clement, Scott A., Gonzalez, Jairo A. Paternina, and Hartford, Carrie E.
- Subjects
BULK solids flow ,BULK solids handling ,BULK solids ,MICROBIAL growth ,FOOD spoilage prevention ,FOOD industry ,PREVENTION - Abstract
The article discusses the importance of proper design of storage vessels for dry bulk materials to avoid microbial growth. It cites factors affecting the growth of microorganisms in food processing environments which include moisture, nutrients, and temperature. It also describes two primary flow patterns that can be developed in a storage vessel, such as funnel flow and mass flow.
- Published
- 2010