Automation & Control
Better accuracy offered by this level-measurement system
Based on the patented StrainCell sensor technology, the new Solo-L level-measurement system is said to improve on existing silo-level-measurement devices by eliminating problems caused by material density, angle of repose, wave reflection and dust clouds common to other technologies. The…
This display unit merges an HMI with a PLC
The Perspecto CP television merges a human-machine interface (HMI) with a programmable logic controller (PLC) in one package. Traditional configurations utilize separate PLC hardware and software, and HMI hardware and software, the company says, but the Perspecto CP is a…
Accurately monitor relative humidity with this probe
The PCMini52 relative humidity (RH) and temperature probe utilizes a thin-film capacitive sensor, which is designed for extremely fast response and long-term stability for repeatable measurements. The design provides a large capacitive response to small changes in humidity that, in…
Simulation for the Masses
While almost all chemical processors employ simulation software during the early design stages of new plants or new lines, simulation vendors say best-in-class facilities take the powerful tools further and use them for improving operations and profitability. And, across the…
Managing Pressure while Pigging an Oil Pipeline
How to utilize a pipeline inspection gauge (pig) in a crude-oil pipeline that requires a pressure control valve can be a bewildering question for process engineers, especially in cases where the oil pipeline does not have any pig-launcher and receiver…
Batch Control: Controller- Versus Server-Based Sequencers
When designing a batch system, engineers often select the control solution based on the size of the system. It is traditionally thought that small batch systems require a controller-based sequencing solution, while larger systems require a server-based solution. However, despite…
Check product color with this handheld device
The RM200QC colorimeter is a handheld device for recording and communicating color differences of textiles, coatings, chemicals, plastic molding and other products with laboratory reference standards. The device then creates reports that can be shared with supply-chain partners. The device…
Accurate custody transfers assured with this flowmeter
The compact Flowsic500 ultrasonic gas meter is specially designed for custody transfer natural-gas flow readings, allowing highly precise calculations. Its compact design does not take up much space and inlets and outlets do not have to be straight. The actual…
A relay that monitors many motor parameters
The Sirus 2RR24 current monitoring relay for IO-Link monitors motors over the complete torque curve and is also dimensioned for current monitoring of the overall plant. The device detects load shedding, for example when a belt snaps, or motor overloads…
Mass spectrometers with extreme inlets
The VersaSpec MB2 and MB3 systems are two- and three-stage molecular-beam inlet, quadrupole mass-spectrometer systems designed for analysis of neutrals or ions across the pressure range from 2 mTorr up to 2 atm. These systems are suitable for plasma diagnostics,…