Blog - Powder-Solutions, Inc.

August 5, 2025 - Manufacturing News & Insights

Top 3 BFM^® fittings in 2025

We originally published this blog in 2023, exploring our top sellers. However, the bulk powder processing industry has undergone significant transformation in a short period of time, with manufacturers increasingly prioritizing automation, stringent hygiene standards, and enhanced food safety protocols. As facilities adapt to evolving food safety regulations and increased focus on sustainability, BFMⓇ fittings […]

July 25, 2025 - Efficiency

Food Production Cleaning on a Budget: Maximum Impact, Minimum Waste

According to the CDC, approximately 800 foodborne illness outbreaks occur in the United States every year. If that number sounds alarming, more specific statistics aren’t any better. Each year, those outbreaks result in 48 million people getting sick, and over 128,000 getting hospitalized from a foodborne illness. Considering that foodborne illnesses are almost entirely preventable […]

July 21, 2025 - Efficiency

9 Proven Strategies to Master Manufacturing Inventory Management

For manufacturers, the key to being successful isn’t all about big-picture strategies. It’s about countless micro-efficiencies that, over time, add up to transformative results. While Industry 4.0 and just-in-time delivery grab headlines, what separates successful manufacturers from those that are struggling isn’t always about who has the newest, flashiest IoT components. It comes down to […]

July 15, 2025 - Case Studies

How a Leading Korean Lithium Powder Manufacturer Solved Dust Leaks & Downtime with BFM^® Fittings

As global demand for electric vehicles (EVs) continues to surge, so does the need for lithium nickel cobalt manganese oxide (NCM)—the critical powder used inside rechargeable lithium-ion batteries. A major lithium powder producer in South Korea, operating in this fast-growing sector, was facing serious challenges: Frequent powder leaks during production Lengthy changeovers due to difficult-to-remove […]

July 8, 2025 - Connector Materials & Applications

Seeflex 040E vs. Seeflex 020E: Choosing the Right BFM^® Flexible Connector

When it comes to BFM® flexible connectors, Seeflex 040E stands out as the most popular and widely used option. With over 16 different BFM® sleeve connector types available, the Seeflex 040E is considered the industry standard due to its strength, durability, and versatility. However, Seeflex 020E is another top-performing sleeve that shares many of the […]

July 1, 2025 - Connector Materials & Applications, Product Updates

Introducing Our New Comparison Chart: Find the Right Solution Faster

We’re excited to announce the launch of a powerful new feature on our website: the PSI BFM® Comparison Chart. Designed with your convenience in mind, this tool allows you to quickly and easily compare our full range of BFM® fitting products side by side—helping you find the best solution for your specific processing needs. […]

June 24, 2025 - Case Studies

How Bob’s Red Mill Improved Cleanliness and Efficiency with BFM^® Fittings

Bob’s Red Mill Natural Foods Inc., based in the USA, operates a large-scale milling facility that runs 24 hours a day, 6 days a week, producing a wide variety of flours, meals, and cereals. To keep up with demand, the company relies on a network of mills, screeners, and packaging machines—but their original connector system […]

June 19, 2025 - Connector Materials & Applications, Efficiency, Hygiene, Safety

BFM^® Meaning and Hidden Benefits [Chart]

BFM® stands for Blair Forres McPheat, the inventor of the patented BFM® flexible connector system. When visiting processing plants, Blair saw the same issues over and over. Leaking clamped connectors led to hazardous environments, contamination risks as well as thousands of dollars in lost product and production time due to cleaning.

June 17, 2025 - Manufacturing News & Insights

Why U.S. Manufacturers Are Rethinking an Overlooked Component: The Flexible Connector

Why U.S. Manufacturers Are Rethinking an Overlooked Component: The Flexible Connector In today’s manufacturing landscape, efficiency and sustainability aren’t just goals—they’re imperatives. As companies face increasing pressure to reduce waste, improve safety, and meet environmental regulations, one small but critical piece of the production puzzle is often overlooked: the flexible connector. Despite their size, […]

June 10, 2025 - Efficiency

Optimizing Material Flow: The Key to Powder Processing Efficiency

In powder processing industries—whether food, pharmaceutical, chemical, or minerals—material flow isn’t just about getting product from A to B. It’s about efficiency, consistency, equipment longevity, and product quality. Poor flow can lead to downtime, product loss, and accelerated equipment wear. One of the most overlooked contributors to optimized material flow is the connector interface between […]