By bulk material a free-flowing mixture of constituents is meant.
It is frequently transported either by conveyor belts or pneumatically through hoses or piping.
Monitoring and control of quality and quantity is important.
Sensor Control is providing in this field sensors and systems for ensuring quality by means of sensors for measuring material moisture, material temperature, air humidity and air temperature and for monitoring and controlling quantities by means of modern weighing and dosing technology and filling level sensors.