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Major software update for solids process design and operation

  Last month, this company today announced the release of gSOLIDS 3.0, an integrated drag & drop graphical flowsheeting environment for process engineers and scientists in industries where particulate processes play an integral part, such as pharmaceuticals, fine chemicals, agrochemicals,…

Save gas and optimize oxidation with this system

This ready-to-connect oxidator box (photo) operates on the basis of a high-performance, flexibly configured mass-flow controller. The compact system can automatically regulate the gas quantity needed for oxidation based on different process parameters, to achieve optimal results with minimum gas…

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Absorber Optimization: Employing Process Simulation Software

Raw materials and energy represent two of the largest expenses in the chemical process industries (CPI). Energy reduction is necessary to sustain cost-effective production and manage capacity in the ever-changing CPI marketplace. Process simulation software can prove extremely valuable in…

Reduce commissioning time with this WirelessHART gateway

  The new Ethernet/IP WirelessHART gateway is fully integrated into Logix from Rockwell, making it the company’s default WirelessHART gateway. However, other process control systems that support communication via Ethernet/IP can also be connected to the new gateway. The high…

This analyzer now complies with NE 21

The LiquiSonic analyzer (photo) now complies with the increased electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) requirements proposed under the Namur Recommendation NE 21. NE 21 requires that the devices used in laboratory and process control are immune to interference. With the EMC conformity,…

This analyzer measures moisture in most bulk materials

The MR (magnetic resonance) Moisture Analyzer is capable of measuring the moisture content of virtually any bulk material, such as wood-based samples (whole-tree chips, forest residue chips, peat), annual fibers (straw, grains, willow), minerals, foodstuffs and sludge. Measurements can be…

A new controller for electric trace heating

The new BSTW II family of mechanical controllers and limiters for electric trace heating has system approval for hazardous (potentially explosive) areas (94/9/EC), which covers the self-limiting heating cables as well. The current capacity of the BSTW II family has…

Spring terminals speed signal conditioners’ installation

The 12.5-mm wide KC Series Signal Conditioners — said to be the most compact signal conditioners available today — are now available with spring terminals to simplify and speed installation. In addition to their slim footprint, KC modules consume minimal…

Focus on Level Measurement

Vega Grieshaber KG Reliable switching down to –196°C The Vegaswing 66 vibrating level switch is said to be the first of a kind for extreme temperatures. Especially suitable for cryogenic liquids, the device switches reliably in process temperatures from –196…

This jet fuel analyzer enhances safety through automation

The Alcor JFTOT 230 Mark IV (JFTOT IV) is a new jet-fuel thermal oxidation analyzer designed for increased safety and simplicity. New safety measures in this compact model ensure minimal jet-fuel vapor-exposure to personnel and the environment through the sample…