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April 30, 2025 - Uncategorized
The Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) is the most significant reform of U.S. food safety laws in over 70 years. Signed into law by President Obama on January 4, 2011, FSMA shifted the focus of food safety from responding to contamination to preventing it. The FDA estimates that approximately 48 million Americans suffer from foodborne […]
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April 28, 2025 - Uncategorized
A leading Japanese manufacturer specializing in powdered therapeutic nutrition for patients with swallowing disorders and those requiring tube feeding faced significant operational challenges. The company sought to improve hygiene standards, enhance production monitoring, and streamline cleaning processes within their facility.
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April 25, 2025 - Uncategorized
If you’re in the market for a BFM® fitting, you’re already on the right track toward improving your plant’s hygiene, efficiency, and dust containment. But how do you actually buy one? At Powder-Solutions, Inc. (PSI), we make the ordering process simple, fast, and convenient—because your time is valuable, and your production shouldn’t wait. Step […]
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April 23, 2025 - Uncategorized
In food and pharmaceutical powder processing, hygiene isn’t just a best practice—it’s non-negotiable. Meeting strict FDA regulations means implementing a robust Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) plan. Whether you’re auditing your process or upgrading your equipment, one area that deserves attention is your connectors. Let’s look at the role hygienic fittings play in […]
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April 18, 2025 - Uncategorized
Standardization is one of the key advantages of switching all your flexible connectors over to BFM® fittings. While there are many compelling reasons to make the switch—including enhanced safety, improved sanitation, and increased operational efficiency—one benefit that stands out, especially from a maintenance and operations perspective, is standardization. Why Standardization Matters In many facilities, a wide variety of flexible […]
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April 8, 2025 - Uncategorized
While paint powders provide vibrant and beautiful additions to products in many sectors of the world, they come with a significant challenge: they’re incredibly messy—really messy. Whether you’re working with fine pigments or industrial-scale coatings, the dust and waste that accompany powdered paints are a constant headache. But for Peridium Powder Coatings, a division […]
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March 31, 2025 - Uncategorized
Simplifying Clean-In-Place (CIP) in Powder Processing with BFM® Fittings Clean-in-place (CIP) systems are essential for maintaining hygiene, efficiency, and regulatory compliance in powder processing industries such as food, pharmaceuticals, and chemicals. By automating the cleaning process, CIP minimizes downtime, prevents cross-contamination, and reduces manual labor—all while protecting equipment integrity. However, implementing CIP in powder systems […]
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March 28, 2025 - Uncategorized
Allergen management is a crucial component of food safety, especially as the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) continues to emphasize its importance. For food processors, particularly those working with food powders that contain common allergens, complying with these regulations is a top priority. Below are several key strategies to help food processing plants meet allergen […]
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March 25, 2025 - Safety
Year after year, we continue to see preventable incidents in powder processing. From pet food to pharmaceuticals, the same slip-ups can lead to injuries, equipment damage, and production downtime. The good news? With the right powder handling equipment and safety protocols, these incidents are avoidable. This guide explores how BFM® fitting solutions can dramatically reduce […]
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March 20, 2025 - Efficiency, Hygiene, Safety
In dry ingredient manufacturing, maintaining the integrity of the final product is essential to ensuring both its safety and quality. However, contamination can occur at any point during the production process, potentially leading to significant health risks, product recalls, or financial losses. These contaminants can come from a variety of sources, but most can be […]
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