Granuliers

Granuliers, also known as granules, are small, solid particles. They are typically formed by agglomerating finer powders or by the direct solidification of molten materials. The process of creating granules is called granulation, and it is widely used in various industries to improve the handling, processing, and performance characteristics of particulate materials. Granules are often more uniform in size and shape than their constituent powders, which can lead to better flowability, reduced dust formation, and improved compressibility.

In the pharmaceutical industry, granulation is a crucial step in tablet manufacturing. It helps to create uniform drug distribution within the tablet, enhances flow properties for efficient die filling, and improves the compressibility of the powder mixture, leading to tablets with consistent hardness and disintegration times. Different granulation methods exist, including wet granulation, dry granulation, and fluid bed granulation, each suited for different types of materials and desired granule properties.

Beyond pharmaceuticals, granules find applications in agriculture for fertilizers and pesticides, where their controlled release properties and ease of application are beneficial. The food industry uses granulation to produce instant beverages, soup mixes, and cereal products, improving texture and solubility. In the chemical industry, granules are employed for detergents, catalysts, and various powdered chemicals, facilitating handling and preventing segregation. The size, shape, density, and hardness of granules can be tailored through process control to meet specific application requirements.