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Capture realtime images of gas leaks with this technology

New gas-cloud imaging technology from Rebellion Photonics (Houston; www.rebellionphotonics.com) monitors facilities for gas leaks and is capable of imaging chemical releases in realtime, identifying and quantifying gas clouds over large sections of a facility (photo). The company’s technology aims to…

Focus on Analyzers

This handheld combustion analyzer comes pre-calibrated E Instruments International The new E1100 handheld industrial combustion gas analyzer features sensors for oxygen and carbon dioxide that are capable of detecting a large range of concentrations for these components. These pre-calibrated and…

A new ‘window’ to route-based condition analysis

This company’s new Maintenance Pad is a rugged route-based condition-monitoring data collector and analyzer with IP 65 and MIL-STD-810G certification for operation virtually anywhere. Using wireless sensors and measurement modules makes setup quick and safe without cables and minimizes the…

Measure CO2 concentrations inline with this ATR sensor

Carbo 520 Optical is a new process CO2 sensor that can easily be installed directly inline on beverage production lines. The hygienic sensor is said to be entirely maintenance-free, and provides linear, drift-free CO2readings over the entire measurement range (0–12…

Measure dust emissions with this light-scattering instrument

The new STM 225 dust-measuring instrument uses light-scattering technology to measure particulate-matter emissions of solid-fuel combustion systems. The instrument has none of the disadvantages of other well-known measuring principles, such as filter replacement, extensive preparation and postprocessing or measuring errors…

Troubleshooting out-of-the-box

Enclosed in a sturdy aluminum case, VibGuard portable is ideal for vibration experts to conduct short-term analyses and diagnoses with a high-end measurement device. The combination of VibGuard and mobility enables users to optimally conduct targeted troubleshooting even on machines…

This device now has a WLAN security feature

Last month, this company introduced the Extensible Authentication Protocol-Transport Layer Security (EAP-TLS) as a Wireless LAN (WLAN) security feature. EAP-TLS is particularly beneficial in mission-critical applications when there is a need to increase security or to centrally authorize individual wireless…

Measure compressed air directly in the field

The EP3744 EtherCAT Box A is a compact, all-in-one solution for monitoring and controlling compressed air. The IP 67-rated module combines compressed air measurement, EtherCAT connectivity and digital I/Os for use directly in the process, outside of electrical cabinets. In…

October Letters

Field Device Tools gain acceptance The SAC (Standardization Administration of the People’s Republic of China) has announced the official approval of the FDT [Field Device Tool] standard as the China National Standard GB/T 29618, clearing the way for further, broad…

Sound the alarm with these explosion-proof horns

Two new explosion-proof horns and loudspeakers — the GNExS1 (117 dB at 1 m) and the GNExS2 (123 dB at 1 m) — are manufactured from lightweight and cost-effective glass-reinforced polyester (GRP). The GNEx family offers “outstanding” corrosion resistance for…