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New models added to this series of seal pumps

This company has added four new sizes to its existing series of universal-seal pumps (photo), bringing the offering to a total of 16 different sizes, with available flows up to 364 m3/h. This includes the addition of a smaller-sized pump…

Software add-on enables apps that integrate with CAD

This company has updated its LiveLink for SolidWorks products. As an add-on to the company’s Multiphysics software, LiveLink for SolidWorks allows a computer-aided design (CAD) model to be synchronized between the two software packages. The latest version of LiveLink for…

Explosion protection for plastic extrusion applications

The EBP Series of explosion burst plugs (photo) are used to protect plastic extrusion equipment from overpressurization. The EBP Series’ welded design provides a flush attachment, preventing potential product buildup. Stronger welded joints make EBP devices more resistant to increased…

A portable gas monitor with an extremely long service life

The BW Clip4 (photo) is a new four-gas, portable monitor that can operate continuously for two years without the need to change sensors or charge batteries. BW Clip4 monitors significantly reduce maintenance costs associated with fleets of portable gas detectors…

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Technology Profile: Sulfuric Acid Production from Sulfur

This column is based on “Sulfuric Acid Production from Sulfur via Double-Contact Process – Cost Analysis,” a report published by Intratec. It can be found at: www.intratec.us/analysis/sulfuric-acid-production-cost.  Sulfuric acid (H2SO4) is among the most important industrial chemicals, with large-scale uses…

Key Considerations in Specifying Control Valves

Follow this guidance to specify a control valve accurately during the design phase   Control valves are one of the most common and important instruments used in the chemical process industries (CPI). They help to ensure smooth and efficient operation…

Parker Hannifin finalizes $4-billion acquisition of Clarcor

Parker Hannifin Corp. (Cleveland, Ohio; www.parker.com) completed its acquisition of Clarcor Inc., a major manufacturer of filtration products, for approximately $4.3 billion in cash, including the assumption of net debt. The strategic transaction creates a combined organization with a comprehensive…

Proton OnSite acquired by Nel ASA for $70 million

Nel ASA (Oslo, Norway; www.nelhydrogen.com) has entered into a non-binding term sheet to acquire the Connecticut-based hydrogen technology company Proton Energy Systems Inc. (Proton OnSite; www.protononsite.com ). This will create the world’s largest hydrogen electrolyzer company with a global footprint. The…

Saudi Aramco and Petronas sign equity share-puchase agreement for RAPID project

The Saudi Arabian Oil Company (Saudi Aramco; Dhahran; www.saudiaramco.com) and Petroliam Nasional Berhad (Petronas; Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia; www.petronas.com) signed a Share Purchase Agreement (SPA), allowing Saudi Aramco’s equity participation in PETRONAS’ Refinery & Petrochemical Integrated Development (RAPID) project in the…

Recently Published Books for the CPI: March 2017

The following are recently published books relevant to professionals in the chemical process industries (CPI). Scaling Chemical Processes: Practical Guides in Chemical Engineering. By Jonathan Worstell, Butterworth-Heinemann, Elsevier, 2016, 177 pages, $180.00. Technologies for Biochemical Conversion of Biomass. By Hongzhang…