The MGC Series (photo) is a new microprocessor-based, fully regenerative SCR (silicon-controlled rectifier) control. An onboard microprocessor allows the MCG to be preconfigured for a user’s specific application. Furthermore, users can select various modes of operation out of the box,…
Fluon perfluoroalkoxy (PFA) resins can be used over a wide range of temperatures (–200 to 260°C) and exhibit resistance to heat, chemicals, weather and aging. With an oxygen index of 95% or better, the noncombustible resins’ dielectric properties and nonstick…
The CPG1500 precision digital pressure gage (photo) can measure pressures up to 10,000 bars. Furthermore, a new smartphone app is available for the CPG1500. The high-pressure version of the digital pressure gage works with an accuracy of 0.5% full scale.…
The Acid Storage Cabinet (photo) is specifically designed for the storage of corrosive chemicals, and is available in widths of 12, 18, 24, 30, 36, 42 and 48 in. The standard size is 35-in. high and 22-in. deep. The molded…
The new Sitrans FS230 clamp-on ultrasonic flow system (photo) is a combination of the Sitrans FST030 transmitter and Sitrans FSS200 clamp-on sensors. The Sitrans FST030 transmitter includes a digital sensor link that digitizes the signal at the earliest stage of…
A relatively small shift in the cut point (the threshold temperature for good product) for any petroleum-refinery product can cost refiners millions of dollars in profits. In the absence of fast, accurate and reproducible boiling point data, refinery product yields…
This logistics company has begun fitting a new telematic system to its tank container fleet (photo), enabling seamless monitoring of goods transported in tank containers at any defined point in time. This includes monitoring not only position, as in the…
The UVT-LED-H handheld ultraviolet (UV) transmittance monitor (photo) delivers UV transmittance readings in applications employing UV disinfection, and its compact size makes it also well-suited for field measurements, laboratory use and calibration verification of online analyzers. The UVT-LED-H is said…
Follow this guidance to improve results on capital projects The opportunities for modularizing industrial and chemical projects are growing at an amazing pace. Once considered a mitigation strategy only for projects in remote areas with harsh climatic conditions or a…
Severe service valves (SSVs) differ from general purpose valves in important ways. Presented here is guidance on how to increase service life, reduce costs and improve safety and environmental performance of SSVs Severe service valves (SSVs) are often identified by…