The ParticlesCIC has a successful track record of working with industry to:

• Solve production problems
• Advise on quality assurance issues
• Provide processing equipment advice
• Apply research based knowledge to commercial business situations

Our consultants are acknowledged specialists in their areas, and are experienced in handling particles in wet and dry systems and across the length-scales from nano-particles and colloids to aggregates.

Our consultancy is of the highest standard; we work closely with the client to ensure the consultancy meets the client’s needs, and confidentiality is maintained at all times.

The following case studies of just two of our recent consultancies are reproduced here with the clients’ permissions:

Nanotechnology Impact on a Specific (PLC) Industrial Organisation "ParticlesCIC was commissioned to review and assess the impact that nanotechnology may have on the future market opportunities and threats. What really struck me was that they didn't just tell me what they knew about nanotechnology, but specifically how it would affect our business. ParticlesCIC management drew together a team of 5 consultants and were able to focus their thinking, publish an excellent report and delivered exactly on schedule. The impact has been to radically influence our thought processes for the future of our business." Director, UK plc

Heraeus Electro-Nite (UK) Ltd (HEN) manufacture refractory sheaths to protect thermocouple elements used to measure the temperature of molten steel. To remain at the forefront of continuous immersion sensor technology and to further optimise the product and its manufacture, HEN recognised that they had to develop a thorough understanding of the science underpinning their products and processes. As part of this philosophy, HEN are looking to significantly reduce the material content of the sheath, yet retain or improve its mechanical and refractory properties.CIC staff at the University of Sheffield are now working closely with HEN to explore innovative ways to optimise the raw material granulate.

To discuss your consultancy needs, contact Simon Lawson on 0113 343 2376 or email on s.lawson@leeds.ac.uk