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DFS Celebrates Start-Up of First Patented POU Blender with Reverse Mass Balance in the Field

 

DFS Fusion™ RMB Blender represents a paradigm shift in blending technology, offering an innovative approach that stands out from traditional methods typically used in OEM tools (i.e. point-of-use blending). By utilizing an active and reverse-calculating mass balance system, the RMB Blender delivers a host of benefits that improve accuracy, reduce costs, and provide greater control over chemical processes.

Key Advantages of the RMB Blender:

1. Just-In-Time Blending:

   • Flexible Configurations: Receive and blend two or more chemical solutions, catering to multiple recipes and constituents. This flexibility ensures it can adapt to various operational needs and demands.

   • Efficiency: With features like auto purge and refill upon recipe changes, the RMB Blender significantly reduces downtime and ensures continuous operation.

2. Dynamic Control at Points-Of-Use:

   • Precision and Stability: The RMB Blender provides ultra precise concentration accuracy of less than 0.1% relative to the setpoint. It dynamically adjusts to changing flow rates, maintaining consistent temperature, pressure, and flow.

   • Temperature Blending: Seamlessly blends hot and cold UPW to achieve desired chemical solution temperature.

3. Advanced Metrology and Instrumentation:

   • Traceability and Data Logging: Our system offers comprehensive trending, time stamping, and data logging features, allowing for 100% traceability of chemical usage and concentration over time.

   • Multiple Verification Technologies: The RMB Blender supports a range of flow and metrology verification technologies, ensuring accuracy and reliability in every operation.

4. Minimized Waste and Enhanced Sustainability:

   • Solution Decomposition Management: By correcting for solution decomposition as it occurs, the RMB Blender eliminates the need for batch life, minimizing waste and enhancing sustainability.

5. Compact Design:

   • Space Efficiency: The RMB Blender's small footprint eliminates the need for large storage tanks and facilities, offering a more efficient use of space.

   • Proximity to Tools: Designed to be placed close to or next to the tool set, the system gives tool owners direct control over chemical concentrations, further streamlining operations.

The successful deployment of our first patented RMB Blender is just the beginning. As we continue to innovate and refine our technologies, we anticipate even greater applications and improvements in our fluid management systems.

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