Granular particles simulated by the discrete element method

Discrete Element Method

The discrete element method (DEM) simulates the behaviour of granular materials. We analyze your blockage issues, we increase your facilities’ throughput, or we design new equipment.

Our areas of expertise

  • Conveyor chute analysis and optimization
  • Silo filling and discharge
  • Particle segregation
  • Equipment wear
  • Conveyor modelling
  • Mixers
  • Crushers
  • Pneumatic conveying

Our capabilities

  • Constant or variable diameter particles
  • Interaction with mobile equipment
  • Particle cohesion
  • Simple or complex filling sequences
  • Heat transfer

In action

DEM simulation with dynamic interactions
Rotary kiln analysis
Chute simulation for capacity increase

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