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Sep 17, 2024 by Eden Westbrook
Quiz: Dos and don’ts of gypsum mixer operation
Do this, not that! See if you can answer questions about the best and worst practices of gypsum pin mixer operation.
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Jun 04, 2024 by Eden Westbrook
Quiz: What’s your mixer maintenance IQ (Part 2)?
Was our last quiz too easy? This one’s a bit trickier. See if you know these maintenance best practices for gypsum pin mixers.
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Mar 21, 2024 by Wayne Beveridge
Don’t grenade your mixer. Follow these 4 rules.
Grenading your pin mixer means stopping the heart of your gypsum drywall plant. Find out why this happens and learn the 4 best ways to avoid it.
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Oct 19, 2023 by Wayne Beveridge
Avoid these 3 gypsum mixer hazards
Read about the most common injuries associated with gypsum pin mixer operation and learn how to keep workers safe.
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Aug 22, 2023 by Wayne Beveridge
Quiz: How much do you know about paper breaks?
Paper breaks can be messy and time-consuming to clean up. Take the quiz to see if you know these facts about paper breaks in gypsum wallboard manufacturing.
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May 02, 2023 by Wayne Beveridge
All about rotary valves for gypsum plants
Learn which rotary airlock valves work best in a gypsum drywall processing plant.
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Mar 06, 2023 by Wayne Beveridge
Are all gypsum mixers the same?
Mixers share a common framework, but custom-designed parts play a huge role in making each individual system run efficiently.
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Sep 19, 2022 by Eden Westbrook
Your gypsum mixer needs a first aid kit
In case of a mixer emergency, these spare parts could save you weeks of downtime
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Jul 20, 2022 by Wayne Beveridge
Quiz: What’s your mixer maintenance IQ?
Test your knowledge of these best practices in gypsum pin mixer maintenance.
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May 02, 2022 by Wayne Beveridge
How are gypsum mixers made?
To make a mixer fit just right, a gypsum pin mixer engineer uses his knowledge and attention to detail.
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Nov 19, 2021 by Wayne Beveridge
The next generation of gypsum mixers expertise
A gypsum veteran hands down his industry knowledge to a talented sales rep. Here’s how we’re keeping the transition smooth for our customers.
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Aug 04, 2021 by Wayne Beveridge
I need to order a new gypsum mixer. What should I expect?
Here’s how ACS Mixers ensures new gypsum pin mixers always fit, even if you need a custom solution.
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May 03, 2021 by Wayne Beveridge
Your gypsum mixer, deconstructed
Let’s take a closer look at three key parts and accessories that help gypsum pin mixers work their magic
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Feb 22, 2021 by Wayne Beveridge
Mixer Maintenance 101: Monthly Checks
Do these maintenance checks once per month to keep your gypsum pin mixer in excellent shape
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Nov 27, 2020 by Wayne Beveridge
Hit the brakes on paper breaks
What are paper breaks, how do they happen, and how can you prevent them in your gypsum pin mixer?
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Sep 16, 2020 by Megan Thompson
The budget-friendly benefits of a mixer rebuild schedule
It’s time to revisit how often you rebuild your mixer. Here’s how to keep your machine in great shape at a lower cost
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Jun 09, 2020 by Wayne Beveridge
Avoid sticky situations with a rotary airlock feeder
The Aero-Flow feeder valve mixes material with pressurized air to prevent premature wear and boost consistency
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May 29, 2020 by Wayne Beveridge
Mixer Maintenance 101: Weekly Checks
Follow this mixer maintenance process each week to prevent paper breaks and keep equipment in good condition
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Apr 21, 2020 by Megan Thompson
Quiz: What do you know about DHAs?
Industrial facilities need to conduct Dust Hazard Analyses (DHAs) by September 7, 2020. What do you know about the process?
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Feb 13, 2020 by Megan Thompson
Need a rotary valve safety guide?
We published some comprehensive rotary valve safety guidelines in Powder & Bulk Solids
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Jan 14, 2020 by Paul Bowman
Yes, you actually do need to check your rotor clearances
Measure your valve’s rotor-to-housing tolerances regularly to stay NFPA compliant and maximize material flow
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Nov 22, 2019 by ACS Valves
Seriously, don’t buy a cheap valve
Quality machining, customization and aftermarket support add value to your rotary valve purchase
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Aug 27, 2019 by ACS Valves
4 things to know about the ACS Valves team
We’re smart. We save you money. We do it fast. We’re here to help.
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May 22, 2018 by Megan Thompson
The ABCs of NFPA Valve Compliance
Key terms for your education on NFPA safety
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Dec 20, 2017 by ACS Valves
Are your valves compliant with NFPA?
Not sure how to check the tolerance on your rotary valves to stay NFPA compliant? We've got a video for that. Check it out in this month's blog.
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Jun 24, 2016 by Megan Thompson
Everything you need to know about NFPA 652
The NFPA has a new standard for combustible dust across all commodity-specific manufacturing industries worldwide. Find out what the standard includes and how to make your plant compliant.
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Apr 28, 2016 by ACS Valves
NFPA Safety: It's Not Just About the Airlock
On-demand one hour webinar on NFPA Safety.
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Jun 04, 2014 by Greg Thompson
Aero-Flow for pneumatic conveying of dense materials
Designed specifically for pneumatic conveying of dense materials, such as: fine powders used in chemical and pharmaceutical processing, food and bakery processing, plastics, and milling, the Aero-Flow Series of rotary feeders from ACS Valves provides highly efficient, air-assisted, material introduction to pneumatic conveying systems.