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Comprehensive materials data for corrosion prevention
The Dechema Materials Table (Dechema-Werkstoff-Tabelle; DWT) is now available as an online version. The new online edition of the DWT provides detailed information about the corrosion and chemical resistance of all important metallic, non-metallic and organic materials in contact with…
This segment coupler provides speed on Profibus DP
With the basic segment coupler (photo) — the successor to SK1 and SK2 — Profibus PA nodes appear as DP nodes in the distributed control system (DCS) and can be configured and diagnosed without additional tools. The basic segment coupler…
Focus on Valves
Rotary valve controls the flow of powders and granules The Coperion ZRD Heavy-Duty Premium rotary valve (photo) is designed for industrial applications with pressure differentials up to 1.5 barg (21 psig), and temperatures to 100°C (212°F); higher-temperature versions are also…
Measure viscosity over a wide temperature range
The VROC initium automatic viscometer (photo) measures absolute viscosity as a function of shear rate across a wide temperature range with high repeatability. Equipped with automatic sample loading and cleaning, the small-footprint, high-capacity device facilitates 96-well plates, as well as…
New wirelessly monitored storage-tank emergency vents
The new wirelessly monitored Enardo 2000 emergency pressure-relief vents (EPRVs; photo) provide safety control by managing abnormally high storage-tank pressures in the oil-and-gas, chemical, petrochemical and pharmaceutical industries. Under normal operating conditions, an EPRV remains closed. The immediate knowledge of…
Total screen rotation simplifies this mill’s inspection
MK-3 centrifugal mill sifters (photo) include a new basket design that enables 360-deg screen rotation within the machine, providing flexibility to meet the demands of both quality inspection and hygiene within the food, chemical and pharmaceutical industries. The mill’s design…
A new filter range for conveying systems
The new, ultra-fine secondary air-filter range (photo) is designed for use with this company’s vacuum conveying systems. Available as standard accessories, the sterile filters are of the ultra-fine filtration class — U15-17 — or ultra-low penetration air (ULPA) filters. The…
Monitor debris in hydraulic and lubrication systems
This company’s new oil-debris sensor (photo) offers continuous, realtime monitoring of particle accumulation and contamination in hydraulic and lubrication systems. The sensor features a three-channel output that provides both an early warning of damaged bearings or gears that need maintenance…
Sanitary rupture discs available in Hastelloy construction
The Axius SC Sanitary Rupture Disc, specifically designed for the stringent sanitary and aseptic requirements of the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries, is now available in Hastelloy C276 material. In many situations, Hastelloy is preferred over stainless steel because of its…
Tank cleaning capacityis expanded in Krems
Operators of tanker and tank-container fleets now have access to a new eco-friendly cleaning facility in Krems an der Donau (in Lower Austria). In June, this company expanded its tank-interior cleaning center for all kinds of chemical products and foodstuffs…