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1 Get Better Connected Product Catalog

2 get better connected Table of Contents Application Questionnaire Clear-Flex SDX Tubing & Sleeves Sleeve-within-a-Sleeve Connectors Seamless Rubber Tubing & Sleeves Sift-Sock Fabric Connectors Molded Corrugated Sleeves Page Screen Cleaning Devices BFM fitting Connector System Custom Connectors Metal-Detectable Products Hi-Flex Hoses Crumb-Catcher Vinyl Tarps PTFE Tubing & Sleeves Sift-Sock Filtration Products Miscellaneous Products Hose Clamps

3 APPLICATION QUESTIONNAIRE In order to provide the correct flexible connector we require the following information. Please complete as fully as possible and fax or to your Sales Representative. contact info Company Name: Address: Date: Phone: City: State: Zip: Fax: Address: Application details Application Dimensions: CIRCLE ONE: Square Rectangle Top Opening: inches CIRCLE ONE: Diameter Circumference Rectangle: x Bottom Opening: inches CIRCLE ONE: Diameter Circumference Rectangle: x Connector Length: inches (Include length for clamp area) Pipe-work offset? Yes No Offset: inches Material being handled: Circle One Material Form: Powder Pellet Granule Slurry Liquid Abrasive Characteristics: High Medium Low Chemical Attack / CIP: Acid Caustic Salt Solution %: FDA-Acceptable Application: Yes No Temperature Range: F / C Normal Operation: F / C Surge Condition: F / C Pressure in pipe-work? Yes No Max PSI: Vacuum in pipe-work? Yes No Inches in Hg: Weighing application? Yes No Batch Weight: lbs Vibratory/Gyratory Equipment? Yes No Throw: RPM: 3

4 clear-flex SDX seamless tubing Clear-Flex SDX polyurethane: CLEARLY a better connector! Clear-Flex SDX is your flexible connector solution when you need flexible connectors that are: Static-Dissipative FDA-Acceptable for Food & Pharmaceutical Processing Provide full visual flow SDX outlasts rubber and fabric sleeves by 10 to 1 in the demanding applications of dry, abrasive materials processing! Clear-Flex SDX Designed for the need of the Global Processor! We've steadily improved Clear-Flex's qualities over the years until we now proudly offer Clear-Flex SDX, our 4th-generation product. This custom-compounded polyether-based polyurethane meets ATEX requirements for static dissipation and both FDA and EC standards for food and pharmaceutical contact, while retaining flexibility, exceptional clarity and outstanding durability. The Ultimate Rubber Replacement Option with 10X the Abrasion Resistance! Clear-Flex SDX Products Seamless roll tubing available in lengths up to 50 ft (15m) for cut-to-length connectors. Seamless roll tubing available in 10 diameters from 2" to 12" (57 to 308mm). Sheet goods available in 50 (1.27m) widths. Flanged, shaped & larger-diameter connectors available in custom sizes. 4

5 clear-flex SDX seamless tubing & sleeves Clear-Flex SDX Seamless Tubing Sizes Clear-Flex SDX is available in 10 standard diameters of seamless tubing with.030 (.76mm) wall thickness, in lengths up to 50 ft (15m). 020, 040 and 060 Clear-Flex Sleeves Another innovation.custom diameter and length Clear-Flex SDX connectors. Tapers, ovals, square, rectangular and flanged end connectors available using our custom seamless splice technology. Standard Diameters 12.12" (308mm) 10.12" (257mm) 9.12" (232mm) 8.12" (206mm) 7.12" (181mm) 6.25" (159mm) 5.25" (134mm) 4.25" (108mm) 3.25" (83mm) 2.25" (57mm) 3 wall thicknesses available for spliced sleeves & roll goods 020 Clear-Flex (.020 /0.5mm) 040 Clear-Flex (.040 /1mm) 060 Clear-Flex (.060 /1.5mm) Also available in custom shapes and welded flanged ends. Ask our Customer SErvice team for more details! Installation Instructions: Clear-Flex SDX seamless polyurethane connecting sleeves are designed to be installed on gyratory and vibratory equipment with enough slack to allow for the machine motion. Do not pull Clear-Flex tight! A rule of thumb is to add 3 to 4 to the transition length in order to accommodate the machine s gyratory movement. Pulling the Clear-Flex product tight over the length of the gap between the machines will result in premature sleeve failure. 5

6 clear-flex SDX seamless tubing Clear-Flex SDX Specifications Clear, Transparent See your processing flow! UV Stabilized. FDA Acceptable per CFR & CFR for food and pharmaceutical contact. EC 10/2011 compliant for food contact. Highly static-dissipative: ATEX Zone 20, 21, 22 compliant for use in explosive atmospheres. 0 to 190 F (-18 to 88 C) operating temperature. 82A durometer, clear, smooth finish, soft "rubbery" feel. property english metric astm test Specific Gravity D792 Tensile Strength 4700 psi 32.4 MPa D412 Ultimate Elongation >700% >700% D412 Tear Strength, Die C lbs/in kn/m2 D624 Hardness: Shore A, 10s delay D2240 Taber Abrasion: mg loss: H-18, 1000 cycles Comparable 55A Neoprene Rubber Taber Result 39 mg 39 mg D mg 137 mg D Surface Resistance 1.4 x 10⁶ ohm/sq 1.4 x 10⁶ ohm/sq D257 Static Decay, MIL-PRF-81705D, 5kV to 50V, 12% RH 0.50 seconds 0.50 seconds FTMS101C

7 sleeve-within-a-sleeve connectors Sleeve-within-a-Sleeve connectors provide better dust control, easy installation, longer life and are more cost-effective! Traditional flexible sleeves may allow product to become trapped between the inside of the sleeve and the outside of the pipe. Hose clamps at the sleeve bottom and steady product build up may combine to cut the sleeve material causing leaks and premature sleeve failure. The Problem: More dust. Lost product. More housekeeping. R eplacement sleeve expense. The Solution: Our sleeve-within-a-sleeve design eliminates product buildup. It combines an outer dust-control sleeve with a free-end inner sleeve to keep powder, pellets and other loose materials flowing. The inner sleeve extends a few inches into the inside of the spouting. Only the inner sleeve is in contact with the product. The outer sleeve is clamped top and bottom for dust-free seal. No leaks, longer sleeve life! Eliminates dust and product leakage Reduces housekeeping & maintenance Reduces sleeve wear Improves sanitation Increases safety 7

8 rubber tubing & Sleeves The right rubber compound makes all the difference in durability and wear. We are your source for FDA and non-fda rubber compounds. With hundreds of mandrel sizes in stock, We have the flexibility to provide you with the seamless rubber tubing designed for your process: Connecting Sleeves Pinch Valves Machine Transitions Bulk bag filling bladders Load-out Sleeves Vibration Isolation Talk to our Customer Service team about the seamless rubber tubing product that is right for you! Most Popular Tubing Compounds compound Gum Rubber Neoprene Rubber Carboxylated Nitrile Rubber Nitrile Rubber EPDM Rubber Silicone Rubber description Best Seller for dry materials processing. Excellent abrasion and tear resistance. Temperatures to 180 F (82 C). All purpose oil, grease and abrasion resistant. Temperatures to 212 F (100 C). Available in black static-conductive. The GREEN alternative to Neoprene. Safer for the environment; doesn t release chlorine gas during decomposition. Excellent abrasion and oil resistance. Temperatures to 250 F (121 C). Best resistance to oil and grease as well as excellent abrasion resistance. 3-A Sanitary available. Temperatures to 250 F (121 C). Handles acids, oxygenated solvents and wet or dry abrasive materials. Suitable for outdoor exposure. Temperatures to 290 F (140 C). Best for wet (wash-down) environments; dilutes acids. Suitable for extreme temperatures from -120 to 450 F (-84 to 232 C). Ask our Customer Service team about other available compounds. 8

9 rubber tubing & Sleeves AVAILAble Diameters AVAILAble lengths AVAILAble WALL thicknesses construction options 1 (25mm) to 40 (1m) + I.D. Custom Cut Lengths 10 ft (3m) rolls 12 ft (3.6m) rolls 24 ft (7.3m) rolls 48 ft (14.6m) rolls 1/16 (1.6mm) 1/8 (3.2mm) 3/16 (4.8mm) 1/4 (6.4mm) Mandrel-wrapped Wrapped O.D finish Smooth inside Wall Static Conductive Channel Fabric Reinforced Custom Branding Ordering Information Standard Rubber Tubing - We stock a variety of diameters and wall thicknesses based on our customers most popular sizes. Please check with our Customer Service team for availability. Custom Rubber Tubing Additional diameters, constructions, and rubber compounds are readily available. Given the manufacturing process involved, there may be a minimum quantity requirement. Talk to our Customer Service team for details on ordering the seamless rubber tubing you require. In addition, we can offer a number of alternative products without minimum production limits. 9

10 static-conductive channel tubing Control static charges without the risk of wires contaminating your product. FDA-acceptable inside and outside product contact surfaces. Make cut-to-length staticconductive sleeves quickly and easily. No static, no static worries! Unique static-conductive layer is an integral component of the tubing wall circumference. Static conductive layer offers surface resistance of <.01 megohms. Simply push a metal clip into each end and connect to metal spouting. Static-conductive channel is located under the branding strip on the outside of the tubing. Available in two designs: 25 psi pressure rated hose Lighter weight non-pressure rated flexible tubing Both feature a 1/8 (3.2mm) thick, white FDA-acceptable rubber tube and grey neoprene cover. Choose from the following tubing compounds to meet your application requirements: White FDA Natural Gum Rubber White FDA Neoprene White FDA EPDM White FDA Carboxylated Nitrile If you are looking for a non-fda option Black Static-conductive Neoprene Tubing is for you. N55C is a high grade Neoprene rubber compound formulated to provide the properties of Neoprene - moderate oil resistance in addition to resistance to the elements. The incorporation of special black fillers provides a high level of electrical conductivity in the finished products as well as abrasion resistance. The compound is rated conductive. 10

11 Sift-sock FAbric connectors We can provide fabric connectors that can be sewn into virtually unlimited shapes and designs. If you can design it, we can sew it! Cut-to-length fabric tubing in lengths of your choice. Fast, easy, custom length connectors save time and money. Simply fold over the cut ends and secure with hose clamp. Snap-on shock cord hems make installation a snap. Sleeve stays in place during installation; won t slip off pipe. Secure with hose clamp. Integrated band clamp hems allows the hose clamp to slide through the specially fabricated top and bottom hems. Easier sleeve installation and better protection against hose clamp cutting of the sleeve material. better static control with ClearFlex SDX polyurethane sleeve material. Or, choose stainless steel braided grounding wires. round COVERS Vibratory screeners, Hoppers and Silos, Barrels, Drums and Pails SQUARE COVERS Gaylords and Tote bins Popular Sleeve Options: Shock Cords Sewn inside hems to secure sleeves to spout openings. Support Rings Sewn into the length of sleeves to prevent collapse in negative pressure applications. Drawstring Sewn inside hems to secure sleeves to spout openings. Ground Wire Sewn inside seam running the length of sleeves to conduct static electricity for improved grounding and safety. Flanges Sewn into sleeve ends to allow bolt-on installation to flange plates. 11

12 Sift-sock FAbric connectors Sift-Sock fabrics are designed for a variety of applications. Sifter Sleeves that flex constantly while in use on vibratory and gyratory equipment require a soft, yet durable fabric to maximize wear. Load Out and product transfer sleeves without substantial flex or motion are typically made from stiffer fabrics. Filter Bags can be fabricated to any dimension from either woven or non-woven media. Natural, synthetic, chemically inert and high temperature materials are available. Covers for machines, tote bins, drums and hoppers are designed to keep foreign material out and/or to prevent product leakage. Sift-Sock Fabrics Ordering Information Abrasion resistance, cleaning method, operating temperature etc. are all important considerations when selecting a Sift-Sock fabric. In order to supply you with a properly manufactured sleeve please ask you Sales rep for a Sketch form in advance. All sewn connectors are custom made and non-returnable. Ask our Customer Service team for our current Sift-Sock Fabric sample book. We have dozens of fabrics and materials to meet your processing needs. Vinyl Coated Nylon Rubber Coated Nylon (RCN Super) 3 Ply Neoprene-coated Nylon Nylon Duck 4019 Nylon Cordura Nylon Satin Polyester Sateen #868B Polyester (spun-yarn) 3x1 Twill Dacron Polyester (filament) #322 Polyester (filament) Static Conductive Polyester Multi-filament Clear-Flex SDX 040 Clear-Flex SDX 020 Clear-Flex SDX Teflex White PTFE (Laminate /Woven) #022 White PTFE Woven Kevlar Aluminized Para-Aramid (Kevlar ) Thermo-Flex Silicone-coated Nylon Armatex (Silicone-coated Fiberglass) Silicone-coated Nomex 12

13 Molded corrugated sleeves What is going through the sleeve? Is your product dry, wet, oily, sticky, abrasive, food grade, high temp or low? With 30 years in the flexible connector business, We have learned why some sleeves succeed when others fail. Molded corrugated sleeves are available in five different rubber compounds Gum Rubber Neoprene EPDM Translucent Silicone Red Silicone (Refer to Rubber Tubing & Sleeves for Compound Descriptions) Polyurethane Corrugated Sleeve Sizes 4 (102mm) 6 (152mm) 8 (203mm) 10 (254mm) I.D. x 12 (305mm) length long sleeve fit easily on gyratory, oscillating and vibratory equipment. Polyurethane Corrugated Sleeves Get better connected with the best value in corrugated sleeves: Polyurethane. For dry processing applications, polyurethane has five times better abrasion resistance & ten times better flex fatigue resistance than neoprene, the most common rubber corrugated sleeve. Save more than money! Save Time... Polyurethane corrugated sleeves do not rip. They develop a pin-hole leak that limits the amount of material that escapes. Less material lost means less clean up time. Longer sleeve life means fewer sleeve changes. Fewer sleeve changes means you spend less time with downtime. Custom Corrugated Sleeves As a molded product, corrugated sleeves do not lend themselves to easy customization. If you need a connector that is a special length, diameter or other characteristic, talk to our customer service team. We can supply molded corrugated sleeves in variety of diameters, lengths and materials. Ordering Information We maintain a large inventory of corrugated sleeves in all styles, sizes and compounds. Contact your distributor or Customer Service team for quick pricing, selection and shipment! 13

14 MOLDED CORRUGATED SLEEVES Corrugated sleeves are the traditional backbone of flexible connections. We offer all three standard styles in a variety of lengths, diameters & compounds, including ultra-tough polyurethane and we maintain a large inventory of the most common size and material versions for immediate shipment! Siftex Corrugated Sleeves For maximum flex life, choose the original Siftex design sleeve with more corrugations for improved wear and durability. Ideal for all types of vibratory and gyratory motion including screeners, sifters, dryers, conveyors, hoppers and more. SIZES: 12 (305mm) length 4 (102mm) 6 (152mm) 8 (203mm) 10 (254mm) I.Ds compounds: Clear polyurethane Natural Gum Rubber Sweco Corrugated Sleeves Get better connected for all your Sweco style corrugated sleeves. 2 long clamping collars at each end. SIZES: 12 (305mm) length 4 (102mm) 6 (152mm) 8 (203mm) I.Ds 16 (406mm) length 8 (203mm) I.D COMPOUNDS: Natural Gum Rubber Neoprene Rubber Silicone EPDM Rubber Rotex Corrugated Sleeves We offer the 10-3/4 long Rotex design sleeves with the bead ring inside the cuff. SIZES: 10-3/4 (273mm) length 4 (102mm) 6 (152mm) 8 (203mm) 10 (254mm) I.Ds compounds: Natural Gum Rubber Neoprene Rubber Silicone EPDM Rubber 14

15 screen cleaning devices If you processed only one type of product, we d make only one type of screen cleaner... but because sifting and screening needs are so varied, We offer a complete line of screen cleaning balls and sliders! Dura-Ball Screen Cleaning Devices dura-ball specifications sizes compounds colors 5/8 (15mm) 7/8 (22mm) 1 (25mm) 1-1/8 (28.5mm) 1-3/8 (35mm) 2 (50mm) Metal Detectable Polyurethane Polyurethane Gum Rubber Neoprene EPDM Translucent Silicone FDA White FDA Tan FDA Translucent Black (Refer to Rubber Tubing & Sleeves for Compound Descriptions) Sifter Sliders slider specifications sizes heights colors Single Slider Ring 7/8 (22mm) 25/32 (20mm) Cluster Sliders 15/16 (24mm) 27/32 (21.5mm) Super-Wheel Cluster Sliders: Roped one-piece construction keeps slider clusters evenly distributed across the screen surface and makes installation and removal fast and easy. Available in sizes to fit standard round screener equipment diameters, in the cluster slider height and material of your choice. FDA White Nylon FDA Hytrel Polyester FDA Polypropylene High Heat Polyester 15

16 BFM Fitting connector system Get Better Connected with... Snap-in Convenience Dust-tight Perfect Fit No Leaks No Hose Clamps Problem... Answer. Product leaks & messy product build-up. Improved dust control. Safer plant operation. Better Sanitation. Get Better Connected in a snap with BFM fittings! Perfect fit & seal. Sanitary, no build-up. Difficult, time-consuming installation. Fast, easy snap-in installation, No hose clamps

17 BFM Fitting fact sheet 1. bfm Connector and Spigot Sizing BFM fitting are available in a variety of diameters, lengths and connector compounds. The BFM fitting system is composed of steel connector spigots and flexible connectors with matching molded end fittings that interlock with and disconnect from the spigot without need of tools. The BFM fitting system requires a steel spigot to be mounted to each equipment port, which then allows the BFM connector to be snapped in and out without tools or band clamps. SPIGOT DIAMETER standard connector lengths (cl) 4 (100mm); 5 (125mm); 6 (150mm) 4 (100mm), 6 (150mm) 8 (200mm) 26 (650mm) 4 (100mm), 8 (200mm) 2. BFM Tool-Release Connector Spigots are also available with a release-tool hole for industries that require it. A small hole in the spigot allows the rod tool to be used to start the removal of the connector from the spigot. 3. BFM fitting Metal Spigot Materials BFM fitting spigots are available in three types of steel: 304L SS; 316L SS, and mild steel. Material certifications are available upon request. 4. Spigot Attachment Options In addition to welding directly on to spouting, BFM spigots may be attached using: QuickConnect modular flanges Tri-Clover sanitary clamps Standard flanges Compression couplings Should you require custom length or tapered diameter connectors: It is strongly recommended you order more than one at a time. We maintain a very large stock of the standard connectors. It is impractical for us to stock all the non-standard and tapered sleeves our customers use. To avoid downtime, We suggest you order 2 or 3 of any non-standard connector. We offer a blanket order purchasing program to assist you. 17

18 bfm fitting fact sheet 5. Alternative uses for BFM fitting connectors BFM fitting connectors are available in a cap and bag style. These are very effective replacements for rubber caps and inspection covers. In addition, the bags come in longer lengths for use on sifter overs outlets as a collection method. The operator can see the bag as it fills and easily snap it out to empty as needed. 6. Chemical and Temperature resistance BFM Connectors are available in all diameters and lengths in 9 different compounds. 7. control of electro-static discharge For applications where there is a possibility for static build-up, BFM fitting recommends using a static conductive wire to connect the two BFM fitting spigots together. Seeflex polyurethane connectors provide static dissipation of electro-static charge. CONNECTOR MATERIAL TEMP RANGE CHEMICAL RESISTANCE Seeflex 020E -13 to 212 F /-25 to 100 C Good Seeflex 040E -13 to 230 F (248 F Surge) -25 to 110 C (120 C Surge) Outstanding Seeflex 040AS -13 to 203 F /-25 to 95 C Excellent Teflex -40 to 500 F /-40 to 260 C Outstanding LM3-94 to 201 F (225 F Surge) -70 to 94 C (107 C Surge) Very Good LM4 0 to 302 F /-18 to 150C Very Good FM1 Breather Bag 266 F /130 C continuous Not Applicable The following materials may be used as an outer jacket to assist with continuous pressure and explosion containment WM12K (Kevlar) 8. Use of BFM fittings under vacuum and pressure 500 F/ 260 C continuous (572 F /300 C Surge) Excellent Camlon 176 F/ 80 C Very Good Vacuum: BFM fittings can be used in vacuum applications. The connectors are available with snap-band cuffs which are rated to 40 W.G. The ideal vacuum application is one where the connector is either stationary or undergoing oscillating motion. Pressure: BFM fittings are designed for positive pressure applications that are stationary or oscillating. The Seeflex material is extremely strong and capable of stretching 500% without rupture. We recommend the use of the Camlon outer jacket for applications where the connector is running under continuous pressure or the WM12K Kevlar Cover in overpressure and potentially explosive applications over the Seeflex material to prevent ballooning. 18

19 BFM connector MAterial specifications Seeflex: Best selling BFM fitting connector material. Clear ether based thermoplastic polyurethane alloy. Will not conduct static but provides static dissipation of electro-static charge. Excellent abrasion resistance combined with smooth welded seam makes Seeflex your first choice for dust-free processing. Food Grade: FDA Acceptable per CFR & , (EC) 1935/2004, , 2002/72/EC & 10/2011, USDA & 3A (20-). Atex Compliant: IBExU tested. Can be used in all dust explosion hazardous area s. property Seeflex 040E Seeflex 040AS seeflex 020E Hardness 90 Shore A 90 Shore A 90 Shore A Temp Range -13 to 230 F (248 F Surge) -25 to 110 C (120 C Surge) -13 to 203 F -25 to 95 C -13 to 212 F -25 to 100 C Ultimate Elongation 593% 450% 548% Permeability 0 CFM 0 CFM 0 CFM Wall Thickness (0.9mm) (1 mm) (0.5mm) Low Temp Flexibility Good Good Good Tear Strength 67 N 51 N 24 N Tensile Strength 40 MPa 37 MPa 58 MPa Surface Finish Gloss/Gloss Gloss/Gloss Gloss/Gloss Teflex: 100% PTFE fabric. Very Flexible, Dark Brown in color. FDA acceptable per CFR The process material covers the full ph scale. Teflex (PTFE) connectors will not be affected by either extreme caustic or acid products. Fibre & Scrim Temp Range Tensile Strength Permeability Thickness Weave Pattern Fabric Weight Chemical Resistance PTFE -40 to 500 F -40 to 260 C Warp: 90 kg Fill: 100 kg " wg.019 (0.5mm) Basket 19 oz/yd2 644 g/m2 Outstanding 19

20 BFM connector MAterial specifications LM3 Polypropylene: Kelly Cloth 100% polypropylene with a woven twill construction. LM3 connectors have been introduced for low temperature applications. FDA Acceptable for food contact, (EC) 1935/2004 & 10/2011. Construction Material Temp Range Permeability Thread Count Fabric Weight Color Woven 2x2 Twill 100% Polypropylene -94 to 201 F (225 F Surge) -70 to 94 C (107 C Surge) CFM 0.5 wg 9 x oz/yd 2 393g/m2 White LM4 Polyester: White 100% woven polyester fabric offers good particle release and smooth finish. Very low air permeability combined with excellent flex fatigue resistance. FDA acceptable per CFR , (EC) 1935/2004 & 10/2011. Atex Compliant: IBExU tested. Can be used in all dust explosion hazardous area s. Construction Material Temp Range Permeability Thread Count Tensile Strength Fabric Weight Surface Finish Plain Weave 100% polyester 0 to 302 F -18 to 150 C 0.5 to wg 7.4 x 4.9 Warp: 522 kg Weft: 745 kg 13.8 oz/yd2 393 g/m2 Sourced and Heat Set Flexi-Connector: Clear, polyether thermoplastic polyurethane with 316SS wire-embedded hose. Excellent microbial resistance, tight bend radius & good hydrolytic stability. Lightweight, very flexible yet durable. CIP safe. FDA acceptable per CFR , 21 CFR (adhesives) and , (EC) 1935/2004, , 2002/72/EC & USDA & 3A (20-27). Material Temp Range Surface Finish Permeability Available Diameters Tensile Strength Wire Helix Tear Strength Etherpolyurethane -4 to 185 F -20 to 85 C Gloss/Gloss 0 CFM 3.9 (100mm) 5.9 (150mm) 8 (200mm) 9.8 (250mm) 12 (300mm) 34 MPa 316 ss 96N/mm 20

21 BFM Fitting connector installation Step 1 Ensure the BFM spigot is clean and dry. Wiping a very thin layer of FDA lubricant on the inside makes connector snap-in very easy. Step 2 Seat the back of the connector into the BFM spigot and release. Step 3 There is a possibility the seal will not fully snap out the first time, if so see Step 4. A Step 4 Push the seal toward the center of the fitting at a different point on the circumference. On large diameters this step may need to be repeated several times. Step 5 COMPLETE. Now repeat the process for the other end of the connector. Step 6 B Snap the second spigot ensuring that the welded seam of the connector is straight and that points A and B are directly in line. The BFM fitting is now ready to go. 21

22 BFM Fitting Spigot InstALLAtion In-line Offset Oscillating Installation Gap (IG) and Connector Length (CL) When welding the BFM fitting spigots to your equipment, the installation gap (IG) must be accurately measured. Use the formulas shown as a guide to accommodate machine movement. In-line static equipment: IG=CL-0.39 (10mm) (Minimum) Offset equipment: IG=CL-3/4 (20mm) (Minimum) Oscillating equipment: IG=CL-1.5 (40mm) (Minimum) The BFM spigot measures 3.4 long. It has a 2 long tail which may be cut shorter or cut on an angle to fit your existing pipe work. It is important to weld the spigot onto your pipe work with the Installation Gap and Connector Length in mind. Use of BFM standard length flexible connectors will save you time and money. 22

23 BFM Spigot Welding Information DO NOT cut the BFM spigot and re-size before installation. Size spigot to pipe. Pipe circumference may need to be expanded or reduced to fit the BFM spigot. If it is necessary to shorten the tail, do not cut the tail more than 1 (25mm) unless absolutely necessary. Welding any closer than 1 (25mm) to the head, could result in welding shrinkage effecting the tolerance of fit between the flexible connector cuff into the BFM fitting. Tack BFM spigot to correct-sized pipe. Peen the tacked joint to ensure correct fit. Weld the BFM spigot on. Dress and polish to required standards. Be careful to ensure that the circumference of the formed end after fitting and welding, remains the same size as supplied, to ensure fitting tolerance of the connector. 23

24 tapered connectors Large DIA. tapered connector minimum length (cl) per diameters x x x x x x x x x x x x x Small DIA Example: A tapered connector measuring 350mm diameter x 125mm diameter has a minimum connector length of 250mm. 24

25 custom connectors Clear-Flex SDX polyurethane is now available in new custom connector designs. Our precision computerized cutting and welding technology allows us to turn your CAD drawing into a Clear-Flex SDX custom connector! ROUND and SQUARE / RECTANGULAR flanged connectors with or without bolt holes. TAPERED (conical) connecting sleeves with straight cuffs at each end. ROUND and SQUARE / RECTANGULAR machine / bin / trough covers. Connecting sleeves with stainless steel non-collapse rings. Clear-Flex SDX Custom Connectors These new products feature smooth, durable welded seams. This eliminates the risk of sewing threads wearing out or falling into your product. Contact your Sales representative to learn more about how our computerized design, cutting and welding technology can help you spend less time with downtime! (Our lead times are based on current production volumes) 25

26 metal-detectable products Bring us your product ideas and let us build a MAgnetHAne product that is right for you! MAgnetHANE is a plastic or rubber compound that is both magnetically susceptible and enhanced for metal and x-ray detection. How can MAgnetHANE help you win the battle against foreign material contamination? MAGNETHANE is available in thermoplastic resins and thermoplastic rubber compounds. In either form, MAGNETHANE provides both a very powerful magnetic susceptibility and excellent metal detectability. The plastic and rubber parts made from MAGNETHANE can be trapped and detected like metal. USDA/FDA acceptable for food and pharmaceutical processing Custom MAGNETHANE compounds can be designed to replace common processing components Screen Cleaning Balls With the Magnetic Dura-Ball MD, standard in-line magnetic traps will capture virtually all particles, chips and fragments of the ball which escape the ball tray and enter your product stream. The Magnetic Dura-Ball MD is made from a homogenous blend of magnetically-reactive polyurethanes. The entire ball, from surface to core, has very strong attraction to magnetic fields. This provides greater safety and effectiveness than balls with steel cores. Diameters: 2 (50mm), 1-5/8 (42mm), 1-3/8 (35mm), 5/8 (15mm) Color: Light Gray FDA acceptable for direct food contact per CFR & CTS Outstanding Rebound (70-75%) Excellent abrasion resistance MAgnetHAne Connecting Sleeves Sifting and screening equipment utilize flexible sleeves for inlet and discharge connectors. MAGNETHANE S detectability allows you to use your existing metal detection, x-ray screening and magnetic traps to help keep component particles out of your product, particles that may otherwise have gone undetected in your finished goods until it was too late. Available in Round, Oval, Square or Rectangular sleeves with or without mitered flanges Diameters: 4 (102mm) & larger Lengths: up to 48 (1.2m) * MAGNETHANE is a trademarked product of Belt Service Corporation. 26

27 hi-flex thermoplastic hose When misalignment and movement are the problem, Hi-Flex hoses have the flexibility, expansion and contraction to withstand constant vibratory and gyratory motion. Whether you re moving... Pellets, powders, liquids, dust or fumes. Indoor or outdoor. Gravity flow, vacuum or pneumatic conveying. Discover the versatility of punctureresistant Hi-Flex hose for... Load-out use. Dust collection & in-plant vacuum hose. Sifter & screener flexible connectors. Bulk bag filling head transitions. Material transfer. Hi-Flex Hoses are: Puncture-resistant Abrasion-resistant Chemical-resistant UV /Ozone-resistant Flame retardant Lengths up to 50 ft (15m) Available with an embedded-wire helix or an external plastic helix. The wire helix produces a corrugated surface inside and outside the hose, while the plastic helix produces a smooth I.D. for maximum product flow. Hi-Flex hoses are available in a variety of compounds, including FDA-approved for food contact and static-dissipative. Please refer to our website for more info. Cuffed Hoses Hi-Flex hoses are also available with soft cuffed ends for simpler connection to standard spigots and connectors. Cuffs are the same material as the hose, but wire- and helix-free and a standard 3 (75 mm) in length. Cuffed Hi-Flex hoses are available in: Wire-embedded TPU & TPR hoses Clear, white & black Diameters from 2 12 (50 300mm) Lengths up to 50 ft (15m) Vacuum resistant 27

28 Crumb-catcher vinyl tarps For improved sanitation and a safer, more professional-looking operation, get better connected with Crumb-Catcher vinyl tarps and spend less time with downtime! Choose the convenience and savings of turnkey catch-cloth installation. We measure, design, fabricate and install catch-cloths based on your schedule and budget. Our innovative welded construction eliminates threads thereby providing stronger, more durable seams. Put our experience to work for you. T S We offer catch-cloths with innovative designs that are proven easier for your crew to remove, clean and re-hang. Many of our designs for high crumb areas do not require cloth removal for cleaning. The result is a cleaner, more efficient and safer operation. Planning and Installation We will conduct a complete plant survey detailing your catch-cloth requirements. 1. There is a three to four week lead time to fabricate the vinyl catch-cloths after receipt of your purchase order. 2. Installation is scheduled during your bakery s normal downtime. We work days, nights and weekends to meet your requirements. 3. Flexible payment plans are available to keep you on budget. Catch cloths keep your conveyor system and plant clean and safe. Catch cloths are easy to empty, clean and maintain. Heavy duty vinyl-coated nylon cloth sections include brass grommets. Available in multiple colors. Save time and money with complete measurement, fabrication and installation service. BEFORE INSTALLATION AFTER Call our Customer Service team today to discuss your requirements! 28

29 PTFE Flexible Connectors Our selection of PTFE fabrics and flexible laminate films gives you the choice of breathable or dust-tight media. PTFE Offers: Excellent resistance to chemical attack Outstanding abrasion resistance Moisture resistance, Won t mildew or rot Non-stick and easy to clean Flex fatigue resistant PTFE Woven Fabric PTFE Woven fabrics are woven from expanded PTFE (Polytetrafluoroethylene), the most chemically and UV-radiation resistant yarn available. The release properties of PTFE act to help prevent build-up of contaminants, and also enables easy cleaning of the fabric. Years of outdoor exposure will not deteriorate the fabric as solar radiation will not weaken the yarn, nor will salt water, atmospheric pollutants, mold or mildew. We offer two types of 100% PTFE woven materials. Both are white and foodgrade per applicable US and EC regulations. PTFE Woven Fabric PTFE Woven (Teflex ) Laminate PTFE Laminate Ordering Information Contact your distributor or our Customer Service team to order standard or custom PTFE products. Our PTFE Laminate Film connectors have non-stick surfaces, resist most processing chemicals and can operate continuously at 600 F/316 C. The proprietary cross-laminated structure makes them resistant to tearing, and they are FDA, 3-A and EC compliant for food contact. PTFE Laminate is FDA-acceptable, non-stick, very flexible laminated film with outstanding resistance to harsh chemicals and solvents. Immune to outdoor environments and environmental aging. Ideal for use with harsh C-I-P chemicals and extreme temperatures. 29

30 PTFE Flexible Connectors PTFE Woven Available in 15.3 oz/yd2 (520 g/m2) fabric weight PTfe (teflex ) woven laminate Available in 9 oz/yd2 fabric with a 1 mil laminated coating of PTFE. The resulting fabric is virtually dust-tight. ptfe (teflon ) LAMInate Available in the following wall thicknesses: Lightweight (0.133 mm) Standard (0.23 mm) Heavyweight (0.51 mm) * Also available in other thicknesses, Ask your sales rep for more info. Excellent chemical resistance. Extreme thermal stability for C-I-P environments. Ideal for connecting sleeves, transitions and machine covers. Outlasts traditional nylon fabrics in harsh environments. Easy to clean non-stick surface for improved product flow. Flex fatigue and tear resistance for both fabrics rate excellent. Abrasion resistance is very good. Both fabrics can be sewn into an unlimited variety of shapes and configurations to meet your requirements. Recommended for use on all types of vibratory and gyratory equipment. Excellent flex fatigue resistance. Multi-directional tear strength. Outstanding chemical resistance. Excellent abrasion resistance. Non-stick, easy to clean. Dust-tight. Sunlight and UV resistant. Available in White, Red & Translucent. Recommended for use on vibratory and oscillating equipment only. Also AVAILAble: Texseal Gaskets for PTFE Connectors Texseal Gasket Tape is a widely tested and proven way to seal liquids and gases of any kind in wet or dry service. The highly fibrillated expanded PTFE exhibits excellent flexibility, compressibility & stability under high temperatures and high tensile strength. The chemically inert product resists creep relaxation and maintains a seal at extreme temperatures. Texseal Gasket Tape is a flat sealant designed for surfaces requiring a strip or full-face gasket. All-Duct Flexible Ducting All-Duct is a PTFE flexible ducting product for all your needs and for any environment. All-Duct is the most versatile duct on the marketplace and can be used in a wide range of challenging chemical applications and serves as an excellent barrier product in pressure service. 30

31 sift-sock filtration products We offer a complete line of filtration products! Filter Bags We offer world-class quality bag-house filter bags. Choose among reverse air, pulse jet and shaker style fabric filter bags. Available bag materials include acrylic, fiberglass, PTFE, Nomex, PPS, P-84, polypropylene and many others. Filter Cages Call us for a complete line of high quality, rugged filter cages. Our rigid wire designs offer maximum durability and filter bag support for use in pulse jet baghouses. Cages available in carbon, galvanized and stainless steel for virtually all major brand replacement. We use only precision stamped or spun collars, pans and venturis in our filter cage products! Pleated Filter Bags Our Pleat+Plus pleated filter bag technology can revitalize your system by solving the most common bag-house problem: lack of capacity. Pleat+Plus elements can double or triple filtration area, reducing air-to-cloth ratios significantly. Available in bottom load and top load designs. Dust Collector Cartridges We provide direct replacements for all OEM brand dust collector cartridges. Our proven filter designs increase efficiency, extend life, reduce maintenance costs and maximize collector performance. Cartridges are available in a variety of materials to suit your needs. Get better connected for all your dry filtration product needs! 31

32 miscellaneous products Replacement Screen Products We offer OEM quality replacement screens in a variety of metal alloys and synthetic woven cloth. Screen panels with plain or grommet edges. Pre-tensioned round screens. Cylindrical rotary screens with polyurethane or fabric edges. Vibratory hooked screens in a wide range of hook styles. Roll goods, pre-cut pieces, and special fabrication services. Call for all your replacement screen needs. With years experience and our partnership with an industry-leading ISO 9001:2000 certified wire cloth fabricator, you can depend on us for consistent sizing... every time! Molded Silicone Bellows Molded flexible connector designed for loss-in-weight systems. Choose from two silicone compounds. Translucent silicone which is FDA-acceptable per CFR Black silicone which is static-conductive. Both offer low axial and lateral force and flexible stretch for easy installation. Temperatures from 0 to 400 F (-18 to 204 C) Air and dust-tight Available Length: 4-1/4 (107.9mm) Available Diameters 2-1/2 (63.5mm) 3 (76.2mm) 4 (101.6mm) 6 (152.4mm) 8 (203.2mm) 10 (254mm) 12 (304.8mm) 14 (355.6mm) 32

33 hose clamps We are your source for all types of connector hose clamps. We have clamps to fit your flexible connectors that will give you the value and durability you are looking for. Quick-Release Hose Clamps Stainless Steel Band & Housing Diameter Range (o.d.) PArt number 2 to 12 HC212 2 to HC213/SS 2 to 48 HC to 16 HC to 18 HC1418 White FDA hose clamp cover available: Slides over clamp & stops edge cutting. Heavy-Duty T-Bolt Hose Clamps 304 SS Band, Bolt & Nut Diameter Range (o.d.) PArt number 3 to 3-3/16 TBC-SS079 4 to 4-5/16 TBC-SS /32 to 5-9/16 TBC-SS /8 to 6-11/32 TBC-SS /32 to 6-13/16 TBC-SS /8 to 7-3/8 TBC-SS /32 to 8-3/8 TBC-SS /32 to 8-5/16 TBC-SS226 Spiral Double Hose Clamps Counter-Clockwise Spiral Hose Diameter Range (o.d.) PArt number 3 to 3-3/16 TBC-SS079 4 to 4-5/16 TBC-SS /32 to 5-9/16 TBC-SS /8 to 6-11/32 TBC-SS /32 to 6-13/16 TBC-SS /8 to 7-3/8 TBC-SS /32 to 8-3/8 TBC-SS213 Ordering Information If the size and style you need isn t represented above, contact our Customer Service team about special order hose clamps. 33