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Don’t Be Passive About Passivation

A typical food contact surface finish for stainless steel is the so-called No. 4 Dairy or 32 Ra finish. Although stainless steel is considered to be a non-reactive and non-rusting surface, regardless of the surface finish specified, rust or rouging can form under certain circumstances: if this metal alloy is contaminated with free iron, if […]

Safety PLCs vs Safety Relays: Four Things to Consider

A proper Safety Control System (SCS) is a key element in keeping personnel and property safe from harm. The April edition of Hixson’s From Experience newsletter offers four things to consider when choosing between a Safety Relay or a Safety PLC in the design of an SCS.

Don’t Let “Wasted Opportunities” Go Down the Drain

With the continuing rise of water and sewer costs, now may be a good time to look at ways to reduce sewer charges. The latest issue of Hixson’s From Experience newsletter looks at ways to reduce Biochemical Oxygen Demand (BOD) and other sewer charges and the positive impact that even small changes can have on […]

Are You Ready to Minimize Utility Costs?

In the February issue of Hixson’s From Experience newsletter, we look at the three key factors that are at the heart of every effective utility cost management program. A thorough utility cost audit takes all three of these into account to arrive at economically sound decisions. Read the issue today!

7 Things to Know About Episodic Generation of Hazardous Waste

Are you aware that the USEPA rule on episodic generation of hazardous waste changed? Companies are now allowed up to two instances of episodic generation each year: one “planned,” and one “unplanned.” The latest issue of Hixson’s EH&S From Experience newsletter looks at what those new designations mean, and talk about seven things you need […]

The Influence of Viscosity on Equipment and Piping Design

In Hixson’s experience, product reformulations and plant layout changes that commonly occur after the initial installation and operation are commissioned can result in reduced production rates, product quality issues, and occasionally pump failures. Find out more about “The Influence of Viscosity on Equipment and Piping Design” in the January issue of Hixson’s From Experience newsletter.

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