Safety Archives - Page 2 of 3 - Powder-Solutions, Inc.

January 31, 2025 - Efficiency, Hygiene, Safety

4 Manufacturing Goals Every Powder Pro Should Know

What Are KPIs? Goals, also known as Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), are the compass that guides manufacturing excellence, providing critical insights into efficiency, product quality, and bottom-line results. For engineering and project managers, understanding and tracking the right KPIs can transform your powder manufacturing processes from good to exceptional. However, not all metrics are created […]

September 18, 2024 - Safety

Exciting Update: Bulk Bag Loader Now USDA Dairy Accepted

We are excited to announce a major enhancement to the BFM fitting Bulk Bag Loader; it is now USDA Dairy Accepted! While the overall design of the bulk bag loader is the same that our customers know and appreciate, small changes have been done to the air connection resulting in a cleaner, simpler design – […]

September 10, 2024 - Safety

Safeguarding Powder Processing: Effective Risk Management to Prevent Dust Explosions & Contamination

Powder processing involves significant risks that, if not managed properly, can impact safety, quality, and efficiency. These risks require a strategic, proactive approach to safeguard your operation and your bottom line. Controlling dust can lower risks, improve safety, meet regulations, and enhance the efficiency of your processes. Identifying and Assessing Powder Handling Risks The risks […]

August 12, 2024 - Safety

Understanding the Dust Explosion Cycle (And How to Prevent It)

In industrial environments, it’s often surprising to learn that just about every product can become combustible in dust form. This includes materials you wouldn’t normally expect to be a fire risk in their solid state, including food, dyes, chemicals, and metals. Many staff in processing plants and other industrial facilities aren’t aware of just how […]

July 15, 2024 - Safety

3 Overlooked Manufacturing Safety Tips for Managers

You’ve got slip-and-fall and heavy-lifting protocols covered. But what about less obvious workplace hazards? Some of the most serious safety risks are easy to overlook or develop so gradually that they escape notice until someone gets hurt. In this article, we’ll explore three less-talked-about safety challenges that manufacturing managers need to address. More important, we’ll […]

June 21, 2024 - Case Studies, Efficiency, Hygiene, Safety

BFM^® fittings In Action Across Top Powder Manufacturing Industries

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 […]

June 5, 2024 - Efficiency, Hygiene, Safety

Are BFM^® Flexible Connectors Worth It? Explore The Hidden Benefits [Chart]

In theory, you’d choose quality equipment over faulty equipment every time. But when it comes to disposable items on your production line, it’s easy to think cheap = easy, especially when you have limited options. However, your options might not be as limited as you think. Let’s take a deep dive into BFM® flexible connectors […]

May 23, 2024 - Efficiency, Hygiene, Safety

Rethink Powder Processing: What Are Hose Clamps Costing You?

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 […]

April 29, 2024 - Safety

Harnessing Electrostatic Dissipation with Flexible Connectors: Exploring BFM^® Fittings as an Ideal Solution

In today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape, the need for efficient electrostatic dissipation solutions has become more critical than ever. From sensitive electronic components to hazardous environments, the buildup and discharge of static electricity can pose significant risks. However, with innovative solutions like flexible connectors and specifically engineered fittings like BFM® fittings, industries can mitigate these […]

January 24, 2024 - Safety

Increase Safety with new TR Lock-Out System

We’re excited to be able to offer a new option to add an extra level of safety to our Tool Release (TR) connectors – the TR Lock-Out Safety System. The BFM® fitting Tool Release (TR) range of connectors is a popular way to add a layer of safety to applications where a flexible connector is mounted very […]