Demagnetization: What causes it and how to prevent it Demagnetization can be defined as the reduction and/or loss (deprivation) of magnetic properties. You may have heard of demagnetization. It is a concept we are very familiar with in the magnetic separation industry! If you work around or with magnets, it is important to know what [...]
The Most Common Magnet Issues Associated in the Food Industry There are numerous common issues associated with magnetic separation equipment in the food industry. Although many of these are common, they need to be taken seriously and if possible, resolved quickly to avoid even bigger problems from arising, such as accidents, product recalls and hygiene [...]
Magnetic Particle Spectroscopy (MPS): Mechanisms and Theories 1. Magnetic Nanoparticles (MNPs) Magnetic nanoparticles (MNPs) are regarded as highly promising materials with widespread applications in various fields, including magnetic separation, diagnostics, and therapeutics . MNPs with proportional sizes to biomolecules have demonstrated outstanding properties, including a high reactivity, significant surface-to-volume ratio, and unique magnetic characteristics, compared [...]
Learn the Differences Between Metal Detectors and Magnets Having effective metal fragment control in food processing lines is extremely important. We often encounter the assumption that by having metal detectors, magnetic separation equipment is not needed. It is vital to know that this is not the case and that both magnets and metal detectors play [...]
Bioelectromagnetics Bioelectromagnetics, also known as bioelectromagnetism, is the study of the interaction between electromagnetic fields and biological entities. Areas of study include electrical or electromagnetic fields produced by living cells, tissues or organisms, including bioluminescent bacteria; for example, the cell membrane potential and the electric currents that flow in nerves and muscles, as a result [...]
Is Aluminum Magnetic? “Is Aluminium magnetic or non-magnetic?” this simple question sometimes confuses many professionals. Aluminum is one of the lightweight and widely used metals for industrial applications. To answer the question if Aluminum is magnetic, we have to explore more about its properties. Let’s dive into finding the solution to this widely asked question. [...]
Is Stainless Steel Magnetic? Common Questions Answered About Stainless Steel Being Magnetic There are a lot of misconceptions about stainless steel. Many people think that all stainless steel is magnetic, but this isn’t the case. In fact, there are five different classes of stainless steel, and only some of them are magnetic. In this article, [...]
Is 304 Stainless Steel Magnetic? When it comes to stainless steel, there are multiple types that are used for different applications. One of the most commonly used stainless steel is 304 stainless steel, which contains chromium and nickel. As a result, many people wonder if this type of stainless steel is magnetic or not. Let’s [...]
Are Stainless Steel Fasteners Magnetic? It is common belief that a simple test for stainless steel is to check with a magnet. If it attracts, the product is not stainless steel. However, this assumption is incorrect. “The stainless steel fasteners I received stick to a magnet.” This is one of the more frequently heard complaints [...]
Learn About Stainless Steel Become Magnetic You may be surprised to learn that stainless steel can become magnetic. 316 stainless steel is typically not a magnetic metal, however, it becomes “work hardened” when the steel is cut, snapped, bent, ground, etc., which results in the stainless steel becoming magnetic. After the steel is work-hardened, it [...]
Magnetic Separators in Wineries Installing magnetic separators in wineries means reducing damage to expensive processing equipment. If you are a wine-maker, then you are probably familiar with the costs of an emergency breakdown during the harvest period. During this crucial period, do you know how much downtime you can save? How much of your product [...]
Magnetic Separators for Dairy Processing It is very important that magnetic separators supplied to the dairy processing industry meet certain standards. These include hygiene requirements, design specifications, ease of cleaning and accessibility, and more. Dairy products are very sensitive and require strict hygiene practices, and it is only appropriate that these requirements are taken very [...]
The Magnets in Food Industry Thousands of food products are recalled each year due to foreign particles or physical contaminants found by the consumers. These recalls not only cost companies millions of dollars, but they can damage their reputations and put consumer health at risk. There are many kinds of physical contaminants that can cause [...]
Choosing the Right Magnetic Separator for Application This aim of this blog post is to provide information and advice on choosing the right magnetic separator for food processing applications. Selecting the best magnetic separator for an application can be a challenge. Certain products and applications have their own requirements, and at times the advice you [...]
Magnetic Fields in Food Processing Magnetic fields (MF) are increasingly being applied in food processing to preserve food quality. They can be static (SMF), oscillating (OMF) or pulsed (PMF) depending on the type of equipment. The food characteristics can be influenced by several configurations of the applied magnetic field as its flux density, frequency, polarity, [...]
Know About Magnet Strength Measurements From the Earth’s gravitational pull to food processing equipment, magnetic fields are commonplace in today’s industrial society. In this blog, we’ll explore why it’s so important to regularly test the performance of your magnetic separation equipment. Let’s get started! Understanding the Need for Magnet Strength Measurements It’s no secret, magnetic [...]
The Importance Sector of Magnet Testing Inside the Food Processing When it comes to food processing, the safety of your consumers should always be a top priority. However, sometimes, manufacturers can struggle to keep their metal separation equipment in good shape. Whether this is due to gross negligence, or they’re simply not aware of the [...]
The Magnet Validation Process Are you interested in booking in a validation, but are not sure what to expect? This blog post will give you a detailed run-down on the HSMAG magnet validation procedure and reports. The Magnet Validation Process HSMAG Magnet Validations are designed to be very simple for the client. Once [...]
