Technical Advice
SHAPA has been the UK's leading specialist Association for the solids handling and processing industry since its formation in 1981. Our support and assistance has allowed our members to maximise their profitability, whilst taking advantage of the many benefits afforded by the Association.
SHAPA Additional Documents
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Valve types
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Silica the next Asbestos ?
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International Transport – European Union and Beyond
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Metal Detection Presentation
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Strategic Marketing
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How to prepare a Case Study
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Atex Certification of Equipment Presentation Revised 2019
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Bulk Distribution of Particulate Solids Presentation
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Capacitance probes review
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Cartridge filter technology
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Dust Explosion Protection using Flameless Venting
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Rotex screening
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Weighing Accuracy Fundamentals
Material Handling Information and Technical Advice
If you’re experiencing a technical issue, need assistance with your process or equipment, or would like to suggest a subject for a future paper, please visit our Contact Us page and complete the technical enquiry form. A member of our team will get back to you shortly.
SHAPA’s Technical Committee meets three to four times per year, and all members are welcome to attend. To find out more, please contact louise@shapa.co.uk
Shapa Technical Documents
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Best Practice Guide to Commissioning of LEV Systems
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Obtaining Reliable Flow From Existing Hoppers: Strategy for Selecting the Solution
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Total Cost of Ownership
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Sizing of Explosion Relief Vents (updated 2022)
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Application considerations for dry and wet filter systems
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The benefits of Powder Characterisation
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Atex Fan Guide
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Matrix of LEV knowledge guidance for key roles
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Atex Compliance with Legislation and implementation
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The Influence of Product Characteristics on the distribution and storage of Bulk Particulate Solids
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Ten key steps for comparing dust extraction proposals
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Attrition and wear in pneumatic conveying
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Achieving reliable flow from existing hoppers
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Ten key steps for achieving reliable flow from hoppers
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Ensuring sound solids handling contracts
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Surface finish of stainless steel on fabricated items
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Compliance with legislation implementing the ATEX directives
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Useful sources of information
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Introduction to good manufacturing practice (GMP)
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The protection of silos from over pressurisation during filling
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Discharge Aids
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A practical guide to Rotary Valves
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Dust Extraction – five ways to achieve long life with minimal expense
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Dust testing for DSEAR & ATEX Compliance
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Comparison of the New and Old Machinery Directives – 2006/42/EC and 98/37/EC
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Best practice guide for handling of Biomass
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Dust Hood Selection
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Controlling Fans with Variable Loads
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Press Release Contact list
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Atex – Establishing a basis of Safety
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Control of fire and explosion risks in animal feed manufacturing