Terri Shipstone
Sr. Inside Sales RepresentativeWhether you’re trying out new ingredients or need to make a switch, Terri’s material expertise can help you keep machinery clean and boost efficiency in your production process.
Articles written by Terri Shipstone
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Sep 13, 2023 by Terri Shipstone
How do I keep plastic pellets intact in conveying?
For the best end product, it’s important to keep plastic pellets in a uniform shape and size. Learn the best rotary valve configurations and tips to prevent issues.
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May 10, 2023 by Terri Shipstone
One base design, two classic valves, endless customization
Learn how our two most popular rotary airlock valves are designed and configured to offer performance, efficiency, and high ROI.
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Jan 16, 2023 by Terri Shipstone
How do I configure a valve for conveying cement?
In a heavy-duty setting, durability and reliability are key. These coatings and options help rotary valves handle cement and construction materials
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Oct 17, 2022 by Terri Shipstone
Valves for sugar, spice, and all things nice
Fine, powdery materials like sugar can get your equipment into sticky situations. These rotary valves help prevent build-up and corrosion
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Jul 20, 2022 by Terri Shipstone
Will your valve be trapped in shipping limbo? Here are 6 reasons not to worry
The ACS Valves team shares 3 ways it helps customers get their orders quickly, as well as 3 ways you can plan ahead
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Feb 18, 2021 by Terri Shipstone
Know your material: 8 characteristics defined
Understand these bulk material characteristics and how they affect your choice of rotary valve and other equipment
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Jun 18, 2020 by Terri Shipstone
Stand up to corrosion with the XTR Series valve
The XTR Series rotary airlock valve comes fully armored with a corrosion-resistant, food-grade coating
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Aug 31, 2017 by Terri Shipstone
Here are some fail-safe food safety processes
Mystery ingredients in our food usually have us saying product recall instead of bon appetit! And it's up to your processes and machinery to ensure people enjoy what you've prepared for them.
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Apr 20, 2017 by Terri Shipstone
Why use a shear pin sprocket with sawdust or wood fines?
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Apr 17, 2017 by Terri Shipstone
Why do we recommend a shear protector for pellets, flakes or beads?
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Jan 30, 2017 by Terri Shipstone
How to keep up with the specialized pet food industry
It's high time those precious pups get the human-quality food they've been digging out of garbage bins for decades. Here's how to ensure you can keep up with specialized pet food demands in your manufacturing processes.
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Aug 02, 2016 by Terri Shipstone
Is your food manufacturing process safety-certified?
When it comes to food safety practices, how do you know you're certifying with the right regulatory bodies and handling your equipment properly?
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Dec 21, 2015 by Terri Shipstone
Will it clean? ACS Valves gets real messy — and then real clean!
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Aug 21, 2014 by Terri Shipstone
[VIDEO] Make cleaning suck less
Cleaning is the worst. Make it a bit better. Watch this video to learn how.