Dear Powder Doctor,
I’m glad we met at last week’s Northwest Food & Manufacturing Show, because upon my return to work, I encountered quite the powder problem and need a quick prescription!Our manufacturing process involves the addition of major and minor ingredients into our bulk powder recipes.
We have sophisticated control systems, including precise gain-in-weight and loss-in-weight scale equipment. Even so, we still have variation in our finished powder product.
I discovered that each operator attaches the flexible sleeves and hose clamps to the scaling equipment differently, either taut or loose. This variable puts a strain on the scale, and affects my finished powder product.
How can I improve the accuracy and repeatability of my scales and improve the quality of my finished bulk powder product?
Help!
Kay Traun
Powder Doctor
Ms. Traun
It’s great to hear from you again so soon, even if it is regarding a powder problem!
Sophisticated scale systems, connected by antiquated flexible sleeves with hose clamps…. that’s a recipe for disaster!
Even the most diligent operators will have a hard time putting those sleeves on precisely. You need a flexible sleeve that can only be installed one way.
The BFM® fitting from Powder Solutions, Inc. is my prescription. The BFM® fitting is comprised of just two basic elements: the flexible sleeve with integral top and bottom stainless steel snap bands, and two matched formed spigots (welded in place).
The tool-free BFM® sleeve snaps into place using only your operators’ hands. Installation and removal is so simple, all your operators will be able to do it accurately and consistently. No more individual variation!
Also, the BFM® fitting is dust tight, keeping your expensive scale equipment clean and reliable for years.
Order the BFM® fitting – the cure for your weighty powder problem!
Thanks for making the connection!
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