Product Description

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BFM® blanking bins are ideal for sifter oversize collection bins are another ideal application for the BFM® concept.

Application
  • Transparent for monitoring fill level and reject consistency, they can also be lined with plastic bags for easy disposal of reject product.
 
 
Key Features
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Can be lined with plastic bags for easy disposal of reject product

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Allows for visibility of product full level and reject consistency

Specifications

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Physical properties
Material/Fibre
Seeflex -Ether-based thermoplastic polyurethane
Colour
Transparent
Construction/ Finish
Gloss/Gloss
Wall Thickness (+/- 10%)
0.9 mm / 1/32 inch
Breathable
No
Hardness (Shore A)
90
Tensile Strength (MPa)
40
Dust tight?
Yes
Maximum Number of Rings (on a single connector)
10
Operating Conditions
Max. Operating Temp
110ºC / 230ºF
Operating Temp Range
- 25 to 110 ̊C / - 13 to 230 ̊F
Surge Temp
120°C/ 248°F
Vibration
Yes
Oscillation
Yes
Compression
No
Certification and Compliance
FDA and USDA
FDA 21 CFR 177.1680 & 177.2600 and USDA
3A Certified
Manufactured from 3A 20-27 certified Seeflex Material and the BFM® cuff and spigot system is a 3A certified 63-04 sanitary fitting.
EU Approved
(EC) 1935/2004, 2023–2006 & 10/2011
Atex Certified

IBExU tested. Approved for all dust explosion hazardous areas. Some restrictions apply.

Dimensions
Available Diameters
  • Ø100mm,
  • Ø125mm then
  • Ø150mm - 1,650mm (in 50mm increments).

(Max. for Tool Release is 650mm)

Applicable Connector Lengths
  • 80mm (3"),
  • 100mm (4") to 1,000mm (3ft 3") in 50mm (2") increments.

(min. length for all with rings is 150mm)

Options
Available with SS Rings? (min. length for all is 150mm)
Yes - to Ø500mm = CL ≤ 1,000mm
Available with Plastic Rings? (min. length for all is 150mm)
No
Available as Tool Release?
Yes to Ø650mm
Available as Tapered?
Yes
Quick Access Port Option?
No

Hear from a BFM® fitting expert

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Listen to our Technical Lead, Matthew Bailey, speak in-depth about the features and benefits of our Blanking Cap & Blanking Bin.

 

Getting Started with BFM® fittings

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We have Authorized Distributors who will help work through what you want to achieve and how BFM® fitting can improve your plant.

Product Option

Tool Release (TR)

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For added security, this option has a significantly firmer snap-band that makes it virtually impossible to remove by hand and requires a specially shaped tool. 
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Blanking Bin Applications

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Milk Powder Sifter with blanking bin
Blanking bin on silver sifer
Blanking Bin on red sifter
Blanking bin on sifter
Paint pigments BFM Seeflex 040E
Paint Pigments
In-line application with breather bag used with paint pigments. The connector must be removed frequently between batches and downtime has reduced dramatically.

Tips and Guides

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For some useful technical tips and information get you started with selecting the BFM® fitting system.

Installation Process

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Helpful information for the entire installation process, from measuring up for the initial welding of your spigots to snap-fitting your connectors.

Contact Us

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If you would like to discuss your unique application, please contact us and we'll help find a solution for you.