Alusil

Introduction

In the processing of powders it is essential that the powders flow freely and in a controlled manner. NEOSYL, MICROSIL silicas, ALUSIL and MICROCAL silicates can all be used as free flow aids to overcome many of the problems encountered in this industry.

What causes flow problems?

Flow problems can be caused by one or more of the factors below:

• Moisture
• Particle size and shape
• Temperature
• Surface activity
• Compression

The Solution

Addition of a low level of freeflow aid can overcome these problems. INEOS Silicas offers a range of silicas and precipitated silicates that are specifically designed to obviate flow problems. The NEOSYL range of silicas, ALUSIL and MICROCAL silicates are used in many applications where cost effective alleviation of flow problems is essential.

The specific grade depends on several factors - please contact INEOS Silicas to talk about your requrements.

Current Applications

There are many, varied applications for INEOS Silicas free-flow and anti-caking agents. Industries served include food, animal feed, detergents, and general chemicals. Our products offer improved flow of powder in feed and transfer systems, silos and packaging machines, as well as the prevention of caking in hostile environments.

Specific Applications

Food flavour blends; food emulsifiers; calf milk replacer; fertiliser; detergent powders; non dairy creamer; drinking chocolate; urea; pesticides;

The use of our products in free-flow and anti-caking applications is more fully discussed in our brochure "Keep it Flowing" -please contact any of the offices listed in our contacts section for a copy of this brochure.