Optimize your process with Vlint's BFM fitting

A BFM fitting is a unique Snap-Fit flexible connection system that eliminates the need for traditional cuffs and hose clamps. It consists of a flexible cuff with a snap ring placed between two steel adapters. These are welded to the inlet and outlet pipes. This system eliminates problems commonly associated with traditional cuffs and hose clamps, such as leakage, contamination, frequent changes, and long downtime.

The BFM fitting is clean, efficient, and safe. The design ensures that there is no product loss during processing. The unique snap-fit action of the BFM fitting eliminates the need for clamps. The cuff can be easily replaced through a simple snap-fit action, making the process fast and easy.

The benefits of a BFM fitting: Clean, efficient, and safe!

In the process industry, control over production processes, minimal downtime, and cost control are essential aspects. Ensuring reliable process installations and quickly and efficiently troubleshooting are central. Therefore, the demand for standardized and quickly interchangeable fittings is growing. The solution? Vlint's BFM fitting!

Discover below all the benefits of our BFM fitting:

• No product loss: 100% sealing, no leaks or spills.
• Improved hygiene: prevents product buildup and contamination, offers easy cleaning.
• Quick change: the fastest on the market, often replaced within 30 seconds.
• Less downtime: faster product changes and less cleaning work.
• Better health and safety for employees: easy tool-free installation, minimizes dust in the factory.
• Explosion-proof: tight sealing under pressure, tested against explosions. ATEX safe.
• Compliance with regulations: independently tested and meets international safety standards.
• Efficient inventory: simplifies inventory management and offers standardized sizes.
• Sustainable design: materials and design ensure longer lifespan.

BFM fittings are a reliable solution for optimizing process installations in the industry. They offer clean, safe, and leak-free production processes. The strength of the BFM fitting? Simplicity.

How do BFM fittings work?

With a simple click, BFM fittings significantly improve the process. These fittings set a new standard for quality and performance. They are available in various configurations and are used in different applications. From transitions between stationary and moving equipment to metal detectors and silo closures, BFM fittings are versatile in use where bulk products are transported.

Challenges in industrial processing

Industrial processing often involves harsh conditions, such as large movements, pressure, vacuum, and high temperatures. Finding a flexible connector system that performs optimally under all operating conditions can be a challenge. Fortunately, the unique design of BFM fittings offers a wide range of solutions for nearly every application.

Where are BFM fittings mainly used?

BFM fittings are trusted by leading companies in the chemical, food, mineral, and pharmaceutical industries. They are versatile and used in:

• Vibrating and oscillating screens
• Conveyor belts and feeders
• Fans
• Big bag loading systems
• Silos and tank inlets and outlets
• Cyclones
• Mixers
• Vibrating tubes
• Rotary valves

Applications of BFM Fittings

BFM fittings surpass traditional hose-clamped systems in all processing conditions. With breathable and non-breathable flexible fittings, Vlint provides solutions for various conditions and industries, including:

• Screens: Improved sealing and leak prevention in sieve machines and screens.
• Metal detectors: No interference with metal detectors due to the unique design.
• CIP (Clean in Place): Resistant to cleaning chemicals and leak-free during cleaning.
• Vacuum: Good sealing to prevent leakage when using negative pressure.
• Pressure: Keeps products within the process and minimizes dust control and connector failures.
• Electrostatic: Reduces discharges and prevents explosions of combustible dust.

BFM fittings have become the new standard for flexible connectors and are used globally in food processing, chemical processing, pharmaceuticals, and mining to replace old cuff and hose clamp systems.

Range of BFM cuffs for safety and efficiency

Discover Vlint's comprehensive range of BFM fittings that ensure safety and enhance the traditional production environment. Choose from food-safe cuffs, CIP cuffs, ATEX cuffs, and cuffs for vacuum applications. Popular options include the transparent and antistatic Seeflex, Teflex, and Flexi cuffs. There are also venting bags, sleeves, closure caps, collection bags, and cuffs with Tool Release available. We also offer special versions like the Bulk Bag Loader, corner connector, surge hopper, and cuffs with a 'quick access port'.

Various sizes and durable materials for long-term use

BFM fittings are available in various diameters and lengths, ensuring consistency and simplifying inventory management. Diameters range from Ø100mm (4") to 1,650mm (65") in increments of 50mm (2"). Lengths start at 80mm (3") and go from 100mm (4") to 6 meters (19ft 8") in 50mm (2") increments. Please note limitations based on material types, expansion options, and applications.

BFM cuffs are made from high-quality materials that ensure the quality and durability of the cuff. Invest in a BFM connection system for more sustainable transitions between machines. The commonly used Seeflex 040E material is super flexible, wear-resistant, and does not tear like silicone or other rubber materials. Suitable for various industries and applications.

Choosing the right BFM solution

Select the appropriate flexible connection based on your product and process requirements, such as temperature, movement, pressure, breathability, and chemical resistance. BFM fittings are used globally in various industries for bulk processing and powder processing equipment, almost always providing a fitting that offers the perfect solution.

Choose your BFM fitting

Need help choosing your BFM fitting system?

Consult our page with useful technical tips and information to assist you in selecting the right BFM fitting system. Here, you'll find an overview of helpful information to get you started! Click here.

Download the BFM IG calculator for accurate installation space

Utilize the IG calculator (Installation Gap) to determine the correct installation space for your BFM fitting. The calculator is available as an app for mobile and desktop devices. Save your calculations as PDF files for later reference. Note: The calculator is designed for installations with only horizontal movement. Contact us for more information regarding vertical movement.

Download the BFM IG calculator

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