The Art of Engineering

We specialize in providing tailored powder handling and containment system solutions.
Custom Powder Systems is a leading provider of solutions to transport, contain, blend, and process dry materials for additive, industrial, chemical, pharmaceutical, food, and nuclear manufacturing. Our Integrated Containment Systems division provides barrier technology of enhanced containment for dangerous components and/or barriers to protect product from outside contamination. We are experts in customizing products and design innovative solutions targeted to each of our clients unique needs.

The Art of Engineering is a podcast dedicated to telling the stories of incredible engineers who all share something in common: They’re women.
Host Denise McIntosh, CEO of Custom Powder Systems, knows firsthand the unique challenges women face in this industry and discusses them with her guests.
Articles and Resources

We Don’t Just Build Equipment
At Custom Powder Systems, we believe manufacturing equipment should do more than function. It should solve problems. Whether you’re navigating strict containment requirements, managing complex

Containment 101: How to Keep Your Facility Compliant and Safe
Understanding Downflow Booths, Isolators, and Custom Containment Solutions—And How to Meet OEL Challenges Head-On In high-stakes industries like pharmaceutical, biotech, and chemical manufacturing, managing the

How Old Technology Can Benefit New Battery Manufacturing
The race to develop and scale up battery manufacturing has never been more critical. With the rapid adoption of electric vehicles (EVs), renewable energy storage,

Accidental Invention: Synthetic Plastic
In today’s world, the term “plastic” is ubiquitous, encompassing a vast array of materials that have become indispensable in our daily lives. Originally derived from

Mothers of Invention: Dr. Shirley Ann Jackson
A trailblazer in science and technology, theoretical physicist Dr. Shirley Ann Jackson is responsible for the research behind numerous innovations in telecommunications such as the

Accidental Invention: Kevlar
While often associated with high-stakes industries like defense and aerospace, Kevlar has been used in a variety of products, including tires, gloves, sports equipment, and