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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…
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…
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…
Dissolved-air flotation optimized for exhaust-air treatment cycles
Traditional dissolved-air flotation systems produce the flotation motive water through air saturation of a partial flow in the plant outflow. The saturation usually takes place using multi-stage pumps, which only run smoothly if they are fed with pH-neutral wastewater that…
Security features are built into this controller
The new Allen-Bradley CompactLogix 5380 controller (photo) provides up to 20% more application capacity than previous CompactLogix versions. This controller is particularly helpful for high-speed packaging applications where fast response times are critical, says the manufacturer. Features such as scheduled…
Four new sizes added to this range of condensing boilers
This company has added four additional sizes to the Arctic Series of condensing boilers (photo). The new models range from 1.5 to 3 million Btu with certified efficiencies of 95%. The stainless-steel boilers feature a non-welded heat exchanger. Arctic boilers…
Heat exchangers for demanding hygienic applications
With a design pressure of up to 21 bars (305 psi), the FrontLine gasketed plate heat exchanger (photo) allows a flexible design with plates tailor-made for demanding hygienic applications. The plate pattern, the channel depth and the overall dimensions are…
Magnetic flowmeters with several mounting options
With a wide range of flowtube sizes and an array of available transmitter configurations, the MagPLUS family of magnetic flowmeters (photo) offers precise, bi-directional metering of many types of fluids, from beverages and processed foods to potable water, industrial water…