Experimental Philosophy
After extensive literature surveys it was evident that in order to conduct meaningful research in the field of bulk solids handling, it would be necessary to carry out experimental work on realistically sized test rigs. As such, the basic experimental philosophy adopted by the Unit is:
Where possible all experimental work is conducted on full size test rigs in which the actual system is simulated in all respects. Only when reliable scaling of procedures are available is work conducted on a reduced size experimental apparatus.
This philosophy has received widespread approval from South African industry and has afforded researchers an opportunity of gaining excellent experience in many industrial situations.
Currently, about 70 % of the projects undertaken by the Unit result in the installation of a system in industry.
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