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September 9, 2026 - Miscellaneous
If your Dust Hazard Analysis still points to NFPA 652, it is time to see what changed under NFPA 660. NFPA 660 combines six earlier combustible-dust standards into one document, effective December 6, 2024. For your plant, that means checking whether your DHA still reflects the materials, equipment, and process conditions on your line today. […]
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July 28, 2026 - Miscellaneous
Static electricity is easy to miss because you usually see the symptoms before you see the cause. Powder clings to surfaces Dust collects around connection points Filters plug up faster than expected Instruments drift or behave unpredictably Operators feel small shocks when touching equipment Static creates real challenges for safety, cleaning, and day-to-day operation. These […]
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July 10, 2026 - Connector Materials & Applications, Efficiency, Miscellaneous
Most powder processing problems at the connection point are predictable. A connector that’s too long for its application will sag or collapse. A sleeve running under vacuum will pull inward and restrict flow. A fitting on a bulk bag filler will fold unevenly under every downstroke until the material wears through. These aren’t edge cases. […]
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June 19, 2026 - Connector Materials & Applications, Efficiency, Miscellaneous
Lithium and other battery-grade powders are among the most demanding materials to handle in powder processing. They are fine, reactive, and — in the wrong conditions — combustible. When a connector leaks even a small amount of battery powder into the surrounding environment, the consequences range from product loss and contamination to operator exposure and […]
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May 27, 2026 - Connector Materials & Applications, Efficiency, Miscellaneous
Powder behaves differently in every plant, but the failure points tend to repeat: dust escaping at connection points, inconsistent seals, and changeovers that drag on longer than they should. Whether you’re moving food ingredients, lithium battery materials, pharmaceutical ingredients or nutritional supplements, the flexible connectors between your equipment are doing more work than they get […]
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May 7, 2026 - Miscellaneous
Most plants have more dust sitting around than realized. It collects on beams, cable trays, mezzanines, and the tops of equipment. You walk past it every day because nothing looks wrong, but it’s there. A small event inside a dust collector, conveyor, or process line can shake that dust loose. Once it’s airborne, it only […]
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March 13, 2026 - Miscellaneous
When you’re filling bulk bags, the area around the connection point can make or break your hygiene program. A small leak, a loose fit, or a bit of dust in the air can create more cleanup than expected. Keeping this step controlled is essential for preventing contamination and avoiding unnecessary downtime. This blog breaks down […]
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December 12, 2025 - Hygiene, Miscellaneous
Cleanliness is a core part of food production. It protects product quality, prevents contamination, and keeps equipment running as expected. Yet the CDC still reports about 800 foodborne illness outbreaks in the U.S. each year, many of them preventable with consistent sanitation. Staying on top of sanitation usually comes down to two priorities: Cleaning equipment […]
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October 2, 2025 - Miscellaneous
Powder-Solutions, Inc. is excited to share that we will be attending EATS — The Equipment, Automation, and Technology Show for Food & Beverage, taking place October 28-30, 2025, in Chicago. While we are not exhibiting this year, this event is a key gathering for our industry, and we’re looking forward to being part of it. […]
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