The new UR12 ultrasonic sensor (photo), in M12 size, is said to be the world’s shortest ultrasonic sensor, featuring a housing reduced down to a length of just 50 mm, along with a 15-mm “blind” area. These sensors provide a…
This company’s Bin Activators (photo) help to eliminate bridging and ratholing in bulk-solids handling applications. They also reduce particle segregation and promote improved mass flow. The company offers a number of Bin Activator designs to meet a wide range of…
Flange-bolted joints enable connections of singular segments of pipes into more complex sections, as well as joining measuring and process devices, such as flowmeters, pumps, fans and pressure vessels. These joints are potential sources of leakage, which can introduce safety…
Maximus 7.4 software (photo) is a multiphase flow tool that simulates thermohydraulic conditions to help improve design and operational capabilities for sustainable energy projects, including carbon-capture and storage (CCS) applications. Maximus 7.4 flow-assurance software is equipped with integrated production-modeling capabilities…
The new Vibro-Bed Energy Recovery System (ERS; photo) is an exhaust-air recycling system engineered to help material processors lower energy costs, reduce unpleasant odors and curb emissions. The Vibro-Bed ERS can be retrofitted onto this company’s and competitors’ fluidized-bed drying…
Scroll compressors for sensitive work environments This company has re-issued its EO Series of scroll compressors (photo) and expanded its performance range to 30 kW. The EO Series is very popular in sensitive work environments, such as when there is…
A new Block-Buster hydraulic bulk-bag conditioner (photo) features arched doorway masts that increase overhead clearance for easier insertion and removal of palletized bulk bags using a forklift. The conditioner loosens hygroscopic chemicals, spice blends, heat-sensitive products and other bulk materials…
This company launched a new generation of twin-screw pumps for food, beverage and pharmaceutical applications that combine both the conveying and cleaning functions in one pump. The revamped Hilge Novatwin+ twin-screw pump (photo) is more powerful than its predecessor series,…
Advanced technologies employing artificial intelligence (AI) and deep-learning models can reshape product inspection and quality control in bioprocesses, but users must understand both the capabilities and limitations of such digital platforms for optimal implementation Artificial intelligence (AI) has revolutionized the…
The new i.Comp 8 and 9 oilless compressors (photo) are available in two sizes and three configurations (G, Tower and Tower T). The i.Comp units deliver oil-free air at up to 160 psi and 20 ft3/min. The direct-drive motor and…