The oldest recorded case of a dust explosion occurred in 1785 in a bakery warehouse in Italy, attributed to an explosion caused by airborne flour. Over the past 230 years, dust explosions have not ceased to exist in relation to powders. As Aisin Industry, which provides powder handling equipment, we are offering Stif's explosion protection devices to contribute to achieving safer powder processes and are proposing appropriate measures. Many of you may be familiar with dust explosions, but to raise awareness of their dangers among those who may not have been particularly concerned until now, we have published an article on explosion protection in the technical magazine "Chemical Equipment." Content of the article ―――――――――――――――――――――――――――――――――― ● June issue of Chemical Equipment: "Prevention and Protection Devices for Dust Explosions" * Cases and blind spots of dust explosions * Conditions for the occurrence of dust explosions * Prevention and damage mitigation measures (explosion protection) * Specific examples of explosion protection - explosion venting, explosion isolation valves, explosion isolation rotary valves ――――――――――――――――――――――――――――――――――

On April 15, 2021, the appearance of BFM fittings will change. The Seefex type connection port will change from white to vibrant blue! The blue BFM "brand stamp" affixed to the body of the connector guarantees the quality and values of the globally trademarked "BFM" brand. It will be immediately clear that it is a genuine BFM fitting. The materials will remain the same as before, maintaining high quality. New BFM fittings will be used for orders placed after April 15, 2021.