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October 4, 2024 - Connector Materials & Applications, Efficiency, Hygiene, Safety
The BFM® BLUEBAND™ fitting is cleaner, safer and more efficient than a standard hose clamp fitting. Take a close look at five ways the BFM® fitting can improve the sanitation of your plant. BFM® fittings are a solution-based component, integral for some of the world’s largest powder processing facilities. If you ready to discuss the […]
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August 26, 2024 - Efficiency
Enabling Lean Manufacturing in your bulk powder processing operations can eliminate waste, improve efficiencies, and reduce your overall manufacturing costs. This approach eliminates extra steps, decreases downtime, and ensures that every part of powder processing is efficient. This leads to a big increase in productivity and profits – a big win for any processing facility. […]
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August 1, 2024 - Efficiency, Hygiene, Manufacturing News & Insights, Safety
Quantify the Benefits of BFM®’s Solution When pitching the BFM®; flexible connectors system, highlight the concrete benefits it brings. In addition to BFM®s being used by many of the world’s largest powder processing companies, including Nestle, Cargill, Tesla, Pfizer, and Dow, you can focus on: Operational Excellence The BFM® flexible connectors system boosts productivity and […]
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July 1, 2024 - Efficiency, Hygiene
Powder sifters are complex pieces of machinery. When things go wrong, it can be hard to know where to start. But before you invest in costly fixes, first inspect your flexible connectors. Here are some tips on what to look for and how to prevent future issues. Signs Your Flexible Connectors Are Failing Obvious signs […]
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June 21, 2024 - Case Studies, Efficiency, Hygiene, Safety
What do baby formula and batteries have in common? Though the final products are very different, they have similar manufacturing journeys. Both are made with powder. In fact products that involve powder processing span your medicine cabinet to your dog’s food bowl. One thing all powder industries have in common is their reliance on flexible […]
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May 23, 2024 - Efficiency, Hygiene, Safety
With so many manufacturing advances in the past few decades, how are we still using leaky hose clamps? Especially if you work in a manufacturing industry that deals with powders, you know the struggle: Hundreds of thousands of dollars in top-of-the-line equipment and a $50 hose clamp is jeopardizing the entire operation. These traditional flexible […]
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November 7, 2023 - Efficiency
In today’s fiercely competitive manufacturing industries, efficiency and productivity are the linchpins of success. Challenges such as product leakage, unplanned downtime, and contamination can significantly impact a company’s bottom line. One critical factor that often goes unnoticed in this equation is the choice of flexible connectors used in production processes. What Are the Most Efficient […]
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September 21, 2023 - Efficiency
It’s a common question – and there isn’t an easy answer. The quality of materials used, and the fastening system will make a significant difference to the life of a connector in most applications. There are also many other important factors like heat, movement and abrasion. While no one can guarantee how long a flexible […]
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