ISO 5311:1992 PDF

Name: ISO 5311:1992 — Fertilizers — Determination of bulk density (tapped)
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Fertilizers — Determination of bulk density (tapped)

Название (английский):

ISO 5311:1992

Fertilizers — Determination of bulk density (tapped)

Статус документа:: Отменён
Формат:: Электронный (PDF)
Количество страниц:: 4
Дата публикации:: 9 июля 1992 г.
Издание:: ISO IS 5311 edition 3 version 1
ICS:: 65.080

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Specifies two methods for dry fertilizers only: the machine-tapping method and the hand-tapping method. Its principle is pouring the fertilizer from a specified funnel into a specified measuring cylinder of known volume, tapping the cylinder by means of a tapping machine or the walls of the cylinder by hand, and weighing the contents of the cylinder. If the fertilizer has absorbed moisture during transport or storage, it is necessary to dry it in an environmental chamber.

Abstract

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Overview

ISO 5311:1992 is an international standard published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) that specifies methods for determining the bulk density (tapped) of dry fertilizers. This standard is crucial for accurately assessing the physical properties of fertilizers, which directly impact storage, packaging, transportation, and application. ISO 5311:1992 outlines two distinct procedures: the machine-tapping method and the hand-tapping method, both designed to measure the fertilizer's tapped bulk density by filling a known volume cylinder, tapping to settle the material, and weighing the contents.

Key Topics

Scope and Applicability The standard applies exclusively to dry fertilizers. If fertilizers have absorbed moisture during transport or storage, drying in an environmental chamber is required before testing to ensure accuracy.

Methods for Bulk Density Determination

Machine-Tapping Method (Method 1): Uses a specialized machine to tap the cylinder containing the fertilizer, standardizing compaction.
Hand-Tapping Method (Method 2): Suitable only for rounded granules and prills, requiring manual tapping along the cylinder walls. This method is not recommended for sharp-edged grains or materials with particles larger than 5 mm diameter.

Principles of Measurement Fertilizer is poured through a specified funnel into a calibrated measuring cylinder of known volume. The cylinder is tapped either mechanically or manually to compact the material, then the bulk density is calculated by weighing the contents and dividing by the cylinder volume.

Sample Preparation Proper sample preparation as per ISO 7742:1988 and ISO 8358:1991 is necessary to ensure representative results. Samples must be sufficiently large to perform at least two independent determinations for reliability.

Precision and Repeatability The standard states that the difference between two measurements performed in quick succession by the same operator should not exceed 0.01 g/cm³, ensuring test repeatability.

Reporting Test reports must include sample identification, method used, results with units, any observations during testing, and details of non-standard procedures employed.

Applications

Packaging and Storage Design Knowing the tapped bulk density of fertilizers allows manufacturers and distributors to optimize packaging size, warehouse layout, and storage systems, reducing costs and preventing material degradation.

Transport and Handling Accurate bulk density measurements aid in calculating the volume occupied during shipment to improve logistics efficiency and prevent overloading.

Quality Control Bulk density testing serves as a quality assurance parameter to verify uniformity and consistency of fertilizer batches, contributing to better product performance in agricultural applications.

Product Development Fertilizer producers can use tapped density data to assess changes in physical properties due to formulation adjustments or processing methods.

Related Standards

ISO 7742:1988 – Solid Fertilizers – Reduction of Samples: Relevant for preparing samples prior to bulk density testing.

ISO 8358:1991 – Solid Fertilizers – Preparation of Samples for Chemical and Physical Analysis: Guides proper sample treatment to ensure accuracy.

ISO 3944:1992 – Fertilizers – Determination of Bulk Density (Untapped): Complements ISO 5311 by providing methods to measure bulk density without tapping.

Keywords: ISO 5311:1992, fertilizer bulk density, tapped bulk density, fertilizer testing standard, machine tapping method, hand tapping method, dry fertilizers, fertilizer packaging, fertilizer storage, fertilizer quality control, ISO fertilizer standards.

ISO 5311:1992 PDF

Abstract

Похожие стандарты

Overview

Key Topics

Applications

Related Standards

Технические детали

ISO 7742:1988

Solid fertilizers — Reduction of samples

ISO 8358:1991

Solid fertilizers — Preparation of samples for chemical and physical analysis

ISO 3944:1992

Fertilizers — Determination of bulk density (loose)

SIST EN 1237:1998

Fertilizers - Determination of bulk density (tapped) (ISO 5311:1992 modified)