Automation & Control
New algorithms offered for multicore processors
Figure shows the speed increases of using the NAG library for SMP and multicore – NAG routine used “Nearest Correlation Matrix” problem size of N = 10,000 Numerical Algorithms Group This not-for-profit numerical software development organization offers a library of…
A new engineering tool that improves efficiency
Last month, this firm released an enhanced version of its Stardom Network-based Control System with upgraded engineering functionality. A new engineering tool facilitates the construction of field digital communications networks that can reduce the cost of maintaining production equipment distributed…
These analytical transmitters are versatile
Bürkert Fluid Control Systems This firm is expanding its line of analytical transmitters with Element neutrino analytical transmitters (photo) for use with different sensor types. The modular transmitters can be used for measuring pH, ORP or conductivity. The new transmitters…
Track and manage assets throughout their lifecycle
This firm has launched its next generation Asset Lifecycle Information Management solution, Asset Hub 6.0. Asset Hub improves productivity and reduces operational, safety and compliance risk over the full operating lifecycle of critical assets. New features to Version 6 include…
Software now available for bump testing gas detectors
MSA As part of the Altair 4X Gas Detector (photo), a new Altair 4 QuickCheck Station software version is available and is currently installed in production units. This version allows the Altair 4 QuickCheck Station to bump…
Continuous measurement of coke drum levels
Monitoring the level of coke drum bottoms in a delayed coker is among the most important processes in a petroleum refinery. High temperatures and foam, extensive caking as well as a high-pressure water jet demonstrate the unfavorable measuring conditions dominating…
Level control for very harsh process conditions
Monitoring the level of coke drum bottoms in a delayed coker is among the most important process in a petroleum refinery. The LB 490 Tower-Sens detector (photo) has proven to be a reliable and cost-effective solution for this application because…
Advanced Laser-Based Gas Analyzer Can Improve Process Control
By accurately and instantly pinpointing the presence of moisture, HCl, H 2 S and other impurities, the tunable diode laser (TDL) based gas analyzer (photo) is able to provide significant benefits, including the prevention of foreshortened lifespan of costly catalysts,…
This Gas Leak Detector has a Choice of Rapid Alerts
Suitable for detecting low levels of methane, propane, butane, ammonia, and other combustibles, the Micro CG-100 combustible gas sniffer (photo) comes equipped with three alert settings, notifying users with a choice of visible signals, audible alarms or silent vibrations. This…
Monitor Machine Vibrations, Even in Hazardous Areas
As a result of gaining the highest standard for intrinsic safety ATEX (EEx ia), the established range of PZS accelerometers can now provide an even wider scope of applications. The PZS device has been used throughout industry for machine vibration…