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Hopper inserts for improved solids flow

Storing solid materials in hoppers, bins and silos is ubiquitous in the chemical process industries (CPI), as are challenges associated with dispensing them. In many cases, using vessels with steep cones and smooth walls is enough to provide reliable flow.…

This Pressure Transducer is Reliable and Accurate

The long-term stability and reliability of the PX1000 Sputtered Thin-film Pressure Transducer is said to be excellent. The patented sensor delivers an accuracy of 0.25%, and the performance stability is ±0.1% for a minimum of 24 h. Standard pressure ranges…

Use this Position Sensor in a Wide Range of Applications

A new series of ¾-in. dia. hermetically sealed position sensors offer an infinite cycle life to serve as long-life replacements for failing potentiometers. It is suitable for a wide range of industrial position-measurement applications, such as machine-tool positioning, hydraulic-cylinder positioning,…

Measure the Level of Plastics Granulate

The capacitive sensors for the BCC Sensor Series have been introduced especially for level measurement of plastic granulates. Capable of detecting even the smallest grain sizes, the BCC Series also offers a high level of EMC performance and are especially…

Sound and Sight Alerts from this Gas-Detection Transmitter

The ATEX-certified EC28 Transmitter features an integrated, Ex-proof buzzer and bright alarm LEDs for the highest safety in hazardous areas. The device shows the current gas concentration onsite at the display of the transmitter and the GMA controller. Smart sensor…

Check Surface Cleanliness with this 10-Min Test

In accordance with Good Hygiene Practice and HACCP method, the surfaces that are in contact with food should be monitored daily before starting production activity. Igientest is ready to perform tests that detect in just 10 min, without instruments, if…

This Software Allows Engineering Teams to Do More with Less

The release of aspenONE V7 software enables process industry companies to achieve the seven best practices of engineering excellence. Building upon previous innovations from this firm, aspenONE V7 includes several new process engineering components. An integrated conceptual engineering workflow via…

These ultrasonic sensors are certified for use in hazardous locations

Newly certified by the Canadian Standards Association (CSA), ultrasonic LPU-2428 sensors (photo) use microprocessor control to internally perform volume, flow, and totalization calculations, and feature internal temperature compensation. They provide a 1- to 25-ft detection range on liquids and a…

Monitor and transmit machine vibration data without wires

The CSI 9420 Machinery Health Transmitter (photo) is a wireless vibration transmitter that provides monitoring of mechanical equipment and delivers predictive diagnostics for improved reliability and plant safety. The transmitter connects quickly to any machine and then delivers, via the…

The advantages of tantalum more affordable in a Coriolis flowmeter

A new tantalum version of the Optimass 7300 Coriolis mass flowmeter (photo) has recently been introduced for applications involving highly aggressive and corrosive fluids. Generally, the wall thicknesses of Coriolis measuring tubes are significantly less than those of the process…