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Product catalog summary

Overview: The document outlines the features and benefits of the BFM® Flexible Connector system, highlighting its transformation from traditional hose clamped fabric sleeves to an integrated system that offers improved sealing, installation, and durability.

Key Features:

Leakage Prevention: The BFM® system is 100% sealed, preventing product leakage and build-up.
Installation: Easy to install with a perfect fit every time, eliminating issues from inaccurate measurements and product variations.
Standardization: Connectors are available in standardized diameters and lengths, reducing stock variations.
Health & Safety: Tool-free, snap-fit installation ensures hand safety and product flow visibility.
Explosion Resistance: The system is independently tested to withstand overpressure, sealing tighter under pressure.
Downtime Reduction: Fast changeovers minimize machine downtime, with durable connectors requiring fewer replacements.
Hygiene: Leak-free and dust-free design with no crevices for product accumulation.

Product Specifications:

Seeflex 040E Connector: Non-permeable, temperature range -25°C to 110°C, Atex compliant, FDA and EC regulations compliant.
Seeflex 020E Connector: Non-permeable, temperature range -25°C to 80°C, Atex compliant, FDA and EC regulations compliant.
Seeflex 040AS Connector: Non-permeable with antistatic infusion, temperature range -25°C to 95°C, Atex compliant, FDA and EC regulations compliant.
LM4 Connector: Woven polyester, maximum operating temperature 130°C, FDA and EC regulations compliant.
Teflex Connector: Pure woven PTFE, continuous service temperature 260°C, FDA regulation compliant.
LM3 Connector: Woven polypropylene, maximum operating temperature 94°C, FDA and EC regulations compliant.

Design Guidelines:

Determine the diameter and connector length (CL) for installation.
Calculate the installation gap (IG) based on application type (static, offset, oscillating).
Spigots should be welded considering the flexible connector length.
For static build-up applications, use a static dissipative wire between spigots.

Additional Offerings: BFM® provides a range of non-standard connectors and accessories, including Seeflex Wash Sleeve, Seeflex Flexi, FM1, Black Out Cover, and Kevlar Cover.

Catalog excerpts

Years of expertise & industry knowledge have created a transformed flexible connector.

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HOSE CLAMPED FABRIC SLEEVE Transformed BFM INTEGRATED SYSTEM ® Traditional HYGIENE Powder leaks through hose clips Leak free – Dust free Inaccurate measurements & product variations create ill-fitting connections Perfect fit every time – only in the correct place Connectors are made any sizes – thousands of stock variations possible Diameters every 50mm from 100mm to 1650mm Tools can damage connectors Tool free – snap fit Build up between spigot and connector Installation problems due to variation in fabrication HEALTH & SAFETY EXPLOSION RESISTANT Installer’s hands at risk No crevices to collect...

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BFM® Global Product CLEAR URETHANE CONNECTORS / STATIC DISSIPATIVE MATERIAL SEEFLEX 040E CONNECTOR (NON PERMEABLE) • Temperature Range: -25°C to 110°C and Surge Temperature 120°C • Material Resistance: 1010 Ω • Clear ether based polyurethane • Seeflex 040E has no memory and will not fracture with flexing • Atex Compliant: IBExU tested • Regulations: FDA CFR 177.1680. & 177.2600 (EC) 1935/2004, 2023–2006, 2002/72, 10/2011 & USDA & 3A (20-) SEEFLEX 020E CONNECTOR (NON PERMEABLE) • Temperature Range: -25°C to 80°C and Surge Temperature 100°C • Material Resistance: 1010 Ω • Clear ether based polyurethane...

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BFM® Spigots PATENTS AND REGISTERED DESIGNS APPLIED FOR © 2006 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED DESIGN GUIDELINES: When defining the connection first determine the diameter and the connector length (CL). Then calculate the installation gap (IG), based on application; static, offset or oscillating as indicated below. See connector table for spigot diameter. For Example; - 200mm Diameter. - 300mm Connector length (CL) selected. - oscillating application. Gives CL = 300mm so IG = 300mm - 40mm (from below) = 260mm (Max.) IN-LINE STATIC EQUIPMENT OFF SET EQUIPMENT OSCILLATING EQUIPMENT Inside Diameter in mm 0...

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