Among the new innovations launched at the K-Show are Edgetek AM Flame Retardant, Non-Halogen compounds, a new line of RoHS-compliant, high-temperature polyamide compounds. Configured for easy processing, these compounds are suitable for molding thin-walled parts in multi-cavity tools for improved…
KSB This firm recently delivered three specially designed, submersible borehole pumps (photo) for discharging crude oil from an underground rock cavern in Sweden. The three pumps are equipped with a 700 kW motor and are operated at…
Available in galvanized steel, stainless steel and brass, Nilos rings (photo, p. 64) safeguard ball and roller bearings from the corrosive effects of abrasive particles and debris. The rings can be specified in a wide range of sizes to seal…
The HiPace line of compact, powerful turbopumps (photo) offers pumping speeds of 10 to 700 L/s. The pumps feature an improved rotor design that give both high pumping speeds and high gas throughputs, along with very good compression for light…
This firm specializes in the fabrication of stainless-steel process equipment for the chemical and pharmaceutical industries. For example, it has designed and built a 22-m3 reactor vessel with the following features: double-coated cooling, double mixer; distribution of nitrogen, diffuser for…
The PowerMix includes two separate agitation systems within one mixer. A planetary blade revolves in combination with a separate high-speed dispersion blade. Both revolve on their own axis as well as on a common axis, and the speed of each…
This company is offering a free interactive Air System Maintenance CD that details common maintenance functions for rotary screw compressors, refrigerated and desiccant dryers, filters and drains. Using instructional video, voice over and graphics, this CD illustrates the steps necessary…
A a new diamond coating for mechanical seals has been introduced that offers excellent protection against wear during dry running, in applications with mixed friction and under exposure to abrasive media. DiamondFaces, a specially developed crystalline diamond coating on the…
Vesta Tank Bottom Valves are used to shut off liquid media at vessels or tanks. Preferably installed at the lowest point of the tank bottom, their characteristic feature is shut-off at tank bottom level without any sump. The pocket-free design…
This company offers re-manufacturing and upgrading solutions for existing chemical and pharmaceutical processing equipment (photo). These solutions allow equipment to be CE certified at the end of the process, inclusive but not limited to pressure ratings, ATEX, EU safety regulations…