Flexco to present belt cleaner at MOBAC 2017

FLEXCO, a leading light-duty endless splicing and fastener solutions provider, will be participating at MOBAC SHOW 2017 in Osaka, Japan from 22 to 25 February to introduce an array of innovative conveyor solutions for bakery processing, including FGP Food Grade Precleaner with the dual durometer blade and Novitool^® Aero^® Press with enhanced features.

An onsite demonstration of the FGP Food Grade Precleaner will show how carryback can be reduced to prevent bacteria growth and the mistracking of conveyor belts along processing lines commonly used for sticky or granular bakery ingredients.

FGP Food Grade Precleaner 

Making its first appearance in the Japanese market during MOBAC 2017, the FGP Food Grade Precleaner’s new dual durometer blade comes with metal detectable tip – in compliance with requirements for metal detectable plastics in food processing facilities for additional protection – ideal for use in wet applications where a softer blade tip is advantageous. Such applications include uneven or soft cover belts. It is also designed to meet strict sanitary guidelines that are FDA approved and USDA certified for use with meat & poultry, and dairy operations. The FGP Food Grade Precleaner, which is installed on two running conveyors with belt from 100 mm to 1500 mm (4" to 60"), allows for quick assembly and disassembly in under a minute to drive greater manufacturing efficiencies for maintenance and sanitization procedures.

 “The efficacy of a precleaner lies in its tension, and as with the FGP Precleaner, the spring tensioner can be easily adjusted to ensure optimal blade-to-belt contact, which is crucial to preserving belt life,” said Beth Miller, Director of Marketing - Light Duty. “For instance, when dealing with sugar frostings in the manufacturing of baked goods, its abrasive quality may cause the belt to wear-out prematurely if not properly removed.”

Novitool^® Aero^® Splice Press now comes with the exclusive Aero Recipe Management Tool

The Flexco’s Novitool^® Aero^® Splice Press now comes with the exclusive Aero Recipe Management Tool for producing consistent, high-quality endless splices at ease. This newly added intuitive programing capability allows bakery recipes to be entered manually or imported via USB flash drive, and stored in groups on the Aero Press by belt manufacturer, customer, and other categories for easy organization. And unlike traditional water-cooled units, the Aero Press comes with a cooling system that requires no additional components, eliminating risks of bacteria harboring in water containers. “The recent upgrades truly improve the performance of the Aero Press,” said Michelle Young, product manager at Flexco. “Users can expect higher quality splices with the Aero Press. Its speed, ease of use, and portability reduces downtime, whether in a belt fabrication shop or on the job site.”

In addition, as an alternative to metallic belt fasteners, Flexco will exhibit the Alligator^® Spiral Lace Fastener System, which is non-metalic splice that is ideal for applications with metal detectors and x-ray equipment. The Alligator Spiral Lace’s non-marking and non-scratching splices is ideal for applications of delicate product that is easily scratched like baked goods. Constructed of two fastened belt ends joined by a hinge pin can, Alligator Spiral Lace is easy to disassemble and can save hours of downtime with each cleaning for belts requiring frequent removal, such as regular sanitation for sticky food residue.

Flexco’s conveyor solutions were recently recognized in the ‘2016 Becoming Environmentally Sustainable Together (B.E.S.T.) in Baking Award’ held at the 2016 International Baking Industry Exposition (IBIE) in Las Vegas, USA.

“The award is testament of our commitment towards environmentally sustainable product offerings as well as a nod of approval from key customers and suppliers in the bakery business. Flexco is humbled by the recognition of both our FGP Food Grade Precleaner and Novitool Aero Press products,” said Beth Miller.

Visit Flexco at booth 228.

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