Balancing Performance and Protection in Wash Chemistry

The installation of this Maxi 18 dust collector for a prominent British food ingredients manufacturer is now complete! The ATEX compliant unit, which includes flameless venting, was assembled indoors using a spider crane and new ducting was installed to connect the dust collector to the various pick up points in the production area. Some connections were made to pre-existing ducting to help minimise production downtime. ▶️ Scroll through the images below to see close-ups of parts of this enormous installation undertaken by the dedicated Contracts Team at Filtermist Limited. Visit our website to find out more about the Maxi range https://bit.ly/3YIndew or visit Filtermist's UK website for details of its dedicated industrial dust extraction service offering https://bit.ly/3N1IeIi #dustextraction #foodmanufacturing #dustcollector #COSHH #ATEX #DSEAR

Grease suitable for use in lubrication dispensers and central lubrication systems. Reduces vibrations and wear of heavily loaded machine parts through MicPol® Technology. Highly water resistant, protects against corrosion and the penetration of water and dirt.  Interflon Grease MP1 is listed by the NSF in accordance with DIN V 10517 for use on equipment and machine parts in the food industry in locations where there is no possibility of the lubricant or lubricated part contacting edible products (NSF-H2). Advantages -Suitable for most lubrication points  -Significant reduction in friction and wear  -Reduces grease consumption  -Highly resistant to water, corrosion and pressure loads  -Excellent emergency running properties  -PFAS-free

Handling powders in hazardous environments doesn’t have to be slow, messy, or inefficient. At Wahal we recently delivered a 75 kW liquid–powder homogenizer with an ATEX-rated motor, designed for continuous wetting and dispersion directly into a liquid stream—achieving powder induction rates of up to 250 kg/min. The system offers flexibility based on plant setup: • Feeder integration at inlet for controlled dosing • Direct powder suction from silos using a lance system • Reduced dusting and minimal manual handling Built for industries where safety, consistency, and throughput aren’t optional. If you’re handling high-volume powder induction or planning a process upgrade, this is worth a conversation. #PowderHandling #ProcessEngineering #Homogenizer #ATEX #IndustrialEquipment #ChemicalProcessing #PaintIndustry #FoodProcessing #BulkSolids #EngineeringDesign #Wahal

➡️ Using paintball style systems to spray lubricant is actually a practical idea in some industrial applications where direct manual access is difficult or unsafe. Instead of applying grease or oil by hand near high voltage, or moving machinery, a remote delivery system can project lubricant precisely onto chains, gears, or rotating components while maintaining operator distance from hazardous areas. Challenge is controlling lubricant quantity, spray consistency, contamination, and ensuring the delivery impact does not damage sensitive components. ➡️ credit=owner #Waseem Rehman

The installation of this Dustcheck Maxi 18 dust collector for a prominent British food ingredients manufacturer is now complete! The ATEX compliant unit, which includes flameless venting, was assembled indoors using a spider crane and new ducting was installed to connect the dust collector to the various pick up points in the production area. Some connections were made to pre-existing ducting to help minimise production downtime. ▶️ Scroll through the images below to see close-ups of parts of this enormous installation undertaken by our dedicated Contracts Team. Visit our website to find out more about our dedicated industrial dust extraction service offering https://bit.ly/3N1IeIi #dustextraction #foodmanufacturing #dustcollector #COSHH #ATEX #DSEAR

Eliminate tank contamination and discoloration with ISTECH Silvesta PAC. Residue from previous cargoes can compromise your next shipment, but Silvesta PAC is the ultimate solution for heavy-duty tank cleaning when standard detergents fail. This product is specifically engineered to tackle the most stubborn stains, restoring your stainless steel tanks to a "Water-White" standard. Why trust Silvesta PAC for your fleet? - Total Cleanliness: Removes persistent cargo shadows, scale, and chemical discoloration. - Prevents Product Off-Spec: Eliminates the risk of contamination for sensitive high-purity cargoes. - Fast Turnaround: A powerful 3 to 4-hour circulation cycle gets your vessel ready for the next voyage faster. - Surface Restoration: Effectively removes "heat tints" and oxidation without the need for mechanical scrubbing. Keep your tanks pristine. Keep your cargo safe. ISTECH – The Standard in Tank Cargo Integrity. #Marine #ShipManagement #TankCleaning

Is your food-grade grease washing away during daily sanitation? 💧🚫 In the poultry processing industry, maintenance is a constant battle against steam, high-pressure washdowns, and massive shock loads. If your lubricant isn't staying in the bearing, your machinery isn't being protected—it’s being compromised. I recently analyzed the "Technical Gaps" in standard food-grade lubricants used in Dressing Plants that lead to unexpected downtime. Here is why high-performance chemistry matters: 🛡️ The Mechanical Armor (Calcite Defense System): Unlike ordinary greases, SWEPCO 116 utilizes a calcium sulfonate thickener that acts as a shield for your assets. Microscopically thin calcite particles bond to metal surfaces, creating sacrificial layers that are continuously replenished under pressure, preventing metal-to-metal contact. 📊 The Technical Advantage for Dressing Plants: Load Protection: Standard lubricants often fail under shock loads, but SWEPCO 116 delivers a 4-Ball Weld Load of >800 kg to prevent seizure. Extreme Film Strength: With a Timken OK Load of >70 lbs, it provides a tougher lubricating film for high-torque grinders and extractors. Zero Washout: While many food-grade greases lose volume during cleaning, SWEPCO 116 achieves 0% Water Washout at 🌡️ 175 °F → 79.4 °C (≈80 °C). It stays in the bearing during daily sanitation. Wide Temperature Stability: It operates safely from −23 °C to +232 °C, making it ideal for both blast freezers and scalding areas. Standardizing for Reliability: By transitioning to superior chemistry, processing plants can reduce annual grease consumption by 30-50% and shift from reactive repairs to proactive reliability. At the end of the day, your machinery is an investment, not just a cost. Let's protect that investment. Jonathan P. Beldad Reliability Centered Lubrication Provider   "I analyze your load, protect your assets, and guarantee your reliability. Because your machinery is an investment, not just a cost."  #ReliabilityEngineering #FoodSafety #LubricationStrategy #MaintenanceManagement #SWEPCO #PoultryProcessing #PlantReliability

Safe and efficient container stuffing of Ferric Chloride Anhydrous (UN 1773, Class 8 – Corrosive). The material is packed in 25 kg HDPE bags with proper labeling, batch details, and manufacturing/expiry information. The container is secured using wooden bracing and cross lashing to ensure stability during transit. Final loading shows systematic stacking of bags to maximize space utilization while maintaining safety and compliance with hazardous material handling standards. #FerricChloride #ChemicalIndustry #HazardousMaterial #UN1773 #CorrosiveMaterial #ChemicalHandling #IndustrialSafety #ContainerLoading #StuffingOperation #Logistics #Export #WarehouseManagement #SafetyFirst #ChemicalPackaging #SupplyChain #BulkHandling #HDPEBags #ChemicalTransport #IndustrialOperations #AnkleshwarIndustry

Not every machine needs to be repaired, and not every machine needs to be replaced. A big part of good equipment support is knowing which path actually makes sense. Clean Machine Medic is built around practical diagnostics first. That means looking at the condition of the equipment, identifying the real issue, and helping determine whether repair is the right move or whether replacement makes more sense. When replacement is the better option, support is available there too. Current sourcing access includes Dustbane, Johnny Vac, IPC, Tennant, and much of the Advance / Nilfisk product range. The goal is simple: give customers a clear path forward based on what makes sense for the machine, the budget, and the job. Serving Woodstock and the surrounding area with mobile support for commercial cleaning equipment.

When it comes to maintaining clean air in metalworking and manufacturing environments, choosing the right mist and smoke collector is critical. The SmogHog® Mist & Smoke Collector from Parker Hannifin delivers industry-leading performance with advanced multi-stage filtration, removing over 99% of oil mist and smoke contaminants. Designed for flexibility and efficiency, SmogHog® systems can be machine-mounted or ducted, helping reduce installation costs, improve air quality, and extend equipment life. If you're looking to improve plant safety, meet environmental compliance, and reduce maintenance costs, this is a proven solution trusted across metalworking industries. 👉 Learn more: Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dbWJU9Ed #IndustrialFiltration #MistCollector #AirQuality #Metalworking #CNC #PlantSafety #SmogHog #CleanAirSolutions #OilMist #airfiltration Parker Hannifin | Filtration