Q&As

We plan to install an air quality control system at our plant. How can we design the system to safely handle combustible dusts and mitigate the risk of a dust explosion?

What diverter valve options should I consider for an abrasive application?

When mixing and processing powders, how can we reduce or prevent material loss?

I’m looking to replace my worn-out double ribbon blender. Should I consider a fluidizing paddle blender for my dry powder material?

How can we be certain the magnets we select meet our contamination mitigation schema?

We’re alarmed by the noise that our new rotary valve makes. What can be done when a rotary valve emits a loud screeching noise?

We’re setting a budget for a vacuum conveying system. What are the factors you’d recommend paying attention to most?

What are the key considerations when choosing a mechanical conveyor for our process?

How does an iris valve work for dry bulk handling, and is an iris valve right for my application?

When should we consider investing in a bulk bag conditioning system?

What are the different types of wear in pneumatic conveying elbows, and how can we solve them?

We have multiple dust collectors, filter-receivers, bins, and silos throughout our facility that handle a mixture of food dust from various processes. We’ve tested these dusts and they’re all classified as St1 combustible dusts. All of the equipment is properly protected and isolated per the NFPA standards, but now we want to understand how to prevent an explosion in the first place. Are there any specific techniques or devices that can help with explosion prevention?

What does a wet scrubber or wet dust collector do, and when should I use one?

When mixing powders and fats, what are the methodologies available for mixing shortening and other fats into powders for baking mixes and other types of premixed goods?

When should we consider using a weighbelt feeder?

Is it possible to reduce maintenance expenses with careful hammermill selection?

How do fluid-bed processing and vibration enhance drying?

How can we decide what kind of size reduction equipment will be best for our application?

How can we choose a mill that will safely handle our combustible material?

How long does it generally take for a bulk bag unloader to pay for itself in terms of automating processes and avoiding costs associated with injuries and workers’ compensation?

We’re examining ways to economize and reduce costs. What recommendations do you have for saving on baghouse maintenance?

We lose a significant amount of our ingredients to waste with mechanical conveying systems. Some days are worse than others. Will a vacuum conveyor allow us to reliably reclaim or even prevent wasted ingredients? Will it also make my workers more efficient with their time?

What are the differences between a weighbelt feeder and a loss-in-weight feeder for handling my large particles in a gravimetric feeding application?

Why is the material in our facility’s round vibratory separator, also known as a screener, going the wrong way?

Our facility handles sugar, which means that we not only need to maintain an FDA-approved sanitary environment but that we must also prevent potential combustible dust events. Are there seals that we can use to help prevent combustible dust events while adhering to FDA or ATEX standards?

What factors can impact my scale or load cell’s accuracy?

Over time, we’ve experienced valve and gate wear in our facility’s pneumatic conveying system. How can we avoid wear in these gravity-fed system components in the future?

Our plant will soon be handling ingredients to manufacture pet food products. What are the equipment and sanitary requirements we should consider when accommodating this new line?

We have multiple dust collectors, filter-receivers, bins, and silos throughout our facility that handle a mixture of food dust from various processes. We’ve tested these materials and they were all classified as St1* combustible dusts. All of the equipment is properly protected with explosion vents or flameless vents, but we understand that each system will also require explosion isolation to safely protect against a combustible dust explosion. I’m curious as to what isolation options are available for our facility?

How can we be certain the magnets we select meet our contamination mitigation schema?

How can we monitor the rotary valves feeding our pneumatic conveying system for wear?

How can we use an agitator bead mill for nanoparticle dispersion and comminution?

How do fluid-bed processing and vibration enhance drying?

How can we be certain the magnets we select meet our contamination mitigation schema?

With so many possibilities for IoT, what equipment is the highest priority for connecting to the internet?

Our plant handles a cohesive material. How can we choose a feeder that will effectively handle this cohesive material?

What tips can you share to monitor screener capacity for early signs of problems?

How long does it generally take for a bulk bag unloader to pay for itself in terms of automating processes and avoiding costs associated with injuries and workers’ compensation?