Solids Solutions: specialist in powder and materials research

In a world where materials are becoming increasingly sophisticated and applications increasingly critical, materials research plays a crucial role. Solids Solutions, based in the Netherlands, is a leading laboratory and knowledge centre specialising in the analysis of solids such as powders, granules and catalysts. The company is known for its in-depth expertise, advanced measurement methods and independent research services supporting both industry and academia.

Innovation in material characterisation

Solids Solutions focuses on the characterisation of powders and other solids, with the aim of providing insight into their physical properties. These include porosity, particle size distribution, specific surface area, density and more. These properties are of great importance in sectors such as pharmaceuticals, chemicals, food and materials science.

Solids Solutions’ laboratory has advanced measurement instruments such as gas adsorption meters, flow analysers and imaging techniques. This equipment allows researchers to determine how materials behave under certain conditions – information that is essential for product development, quality control and process optimisation.

Powder flowability: essential for production processes

One of the most studied properties by Solids Solutions is flowability of powder. Flowability refers to how easy a powder is to move or spread – a property that greatly affects manufacturing processes such as tablet pressing, packaging or 3D printing.

Poor flowability can lead to clogging, uneven dosing or loss of quality. That is why Solids Solutions carries out extensive flow analyses, for example using ring shear testers, dynamic flow testers or angle of repose measurements. These measurements provide insight into the cohesion, friction and flow resistance of powders, enabling customers to optimise their processes and reduce failure costs.

Catalyst characterisation: crucial for chemical efficiency

In addition to powders, Solids Solutions also focuses on catalyst characterisation, a field that is essential in the (petro)chemical and environmental technology industries. Catalysts accelerate chemical reactions without being consumed themselves, and their efficiency strongly depends on their pore structure, active surface area and particle morphology.

At Solids Solutions, techniques such as chemisorption, temperature-programmed desorption (TPD), reduction (TPR) and oxidation (TPO) are used to characterise these properties. Through these analyses, companies can better understand why a catalyst does or does not perform optimally and how it can be improved. This directly contributes to more sustainable and efficient production processes.

Independent research and customised advice

What sets Solids Solutions apart is their independence and customer-oriented approach. The team consists of experienced scientists and advisors who not only perform measurements, but also contribute ideas on the interpretation and application of results. As a result, customers benefit not only from measurement data, but also from practical advice that allows them to actually improve their processes.

In addition, Solids Solutions regularly organises courses, workshops and seminars on powder characterisation, surface analysis and porosity measurements. In doing so, the company actively contributes to knowledge dissemination within the industry.

A reliable partner in materials science

Solids Solutions is much more than a testing laboratory – it is a knowledge partner for companies that depend on solids performance. Whether improving powder flow, optimising a catalyst or analysing pore structures, Solids Solutions offers in-depth research, clear insights and practical solutions.

For those looking for reliable, independent and expert material characterisation support, Solids Solutions is a logical choice.