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Simulation Spreads its wings

  Because the benefits are many, roles for simulation software tools exist from planning and design of facilities through operations and everything in between. And thanks to enhancements, it’s becoming easier to use simulation alongside other software packages, while niche…

Resistance thermometers with many output options

The TR21 and TR22 Series resistance thermometers (direct mounted or with thermowell) can be integrated into all standard processes. The devices’ hygienic design is verified by 3-A auditing and EHEDG certification. The TR21 is characterized by its space-saving design and…

Energy meter monitors heating or cooling systems for low cost

The DN-EM Energy Flow Monitor provides a low cost solution to applications in energy transfer and in heating and cooling systems, such as heating and cooling loops, heat recovery applications, condensate recovery applications, efficiency measurement and verification systems, solar or…

A phone and tracking system for harsh industrial environments

Pegasus is a new mobile phone and online tracking system designed for industrial applications. With protection class IP 65, the phone is suitable for use at temperatures of –20 to 60°C in the chemical and pharmaceutical industries as well as…

Measure wall shear directly with these sensors

The RealShear line of sensors represent the first commercially available system for measuring wall shear stress in applications such as industrial mixing, extrusion and pipelines, according to this company. The inline sensors provide continuous, realtime data measurement rates of up…

‘Smart meter verification’ now expanded to flowmeters

This company has expanded its suite of Smart Meter Verification (SMV) technology products to include Rosemount magnetic flowmeters. SMV delivers complete, online verification of device performance, saving significant expense by reducing labor and outsourced calibration service costs, while eliminating process…

A capacitance probe with remote electronics

The newly designed Pro Remote capacitance probe offers the ability to mount the sensor’s electronic components up to 75 ft away from the sensing probe. This point level indicator is designed for hostile applications, such as high temperatures or excessive…

Analyze grains quickly with this instrument

The Inframatic IM 9500 NIT Grain Analyzer is based on industry standard scanning grating transmittance technology. The unit comes pre-calibrated for moisture, protein, fat and more in a wide range of grains and oil seeds. The system is offered with…

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Using Rupture Disks with Pressure Relief Valves

Protecting process systems from overpressurization is a critical task in the chemical process industries (CPI), and rupture disks and safety relief valves are routinely used for this purpose. In certain situations, using rupture disks in combination with safety relief valves…

Design plants faster and more reliably with the Comos software solution  

The Siemens division Industry Automation (Nuremberg, Germany; www.siemens.com/industryautomation) has expanded Comos (www.siemens.com/comos), the software solution for complete plant management throughout the entire lifecycle of an industrial plant, with functions for productive front-end engineering and design (FEED). Comos FEED supports the…