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New transfer tubing for biopharmaceutical applications

BioPure silicone transfer tubing provides a safe, reliable and value-based solution for a wide range of bioprocess-fluid-transfer applications, including diagnostics, animal health and biopharmaceutical R&D. Constructed of sterile biocompatible materials, the tubing is USP Class VI compliant and free of…

Programmable pressure switch with IO-Link and display

The new model PSD-4-ECO programmable pressure switch (photo) enables pressure monitoring in machines. With IO-Link version 1.1, the instrument — in a space-saving design and with a two-color display — is a flexible automation solution. The plug-and-play principle enables the…

New level switches to optimize operations in solids applications

The new range of Rosemount solids level switches (photo) was designed to increase safety and reduce waste by providing reliable point-level monitoring and supporting overfill prevention. The vibrating fork, paddle, capacitance and vibrating-rod switches monitor solid materials, such as powders,…

Hose adapters designed for maximum product safety

This company’s Break-Away adapter (photo) is a break-away coupler designed with an engineered break-point to protect plants, tanks, trucks, rail-cars and loading arms from the hazardous consequences of pull-away incidents. The patented design does not restrict flow of product and…

New device delivers UV/IR sensing for hydrogen detection

The FL500-H2 (photo) is an ultraviolet/infrared (UV/IR) flame detector designed specifically to detect hydrogen fires. The FL500-H2 sensors monitor optical radiation emitted by a hydrogen flame in both the UV and IR spectral ranges while simultaneously rejecting nuisance false-alarm sources…

A comprehensive digital platform for chemical data discovery

Chemtiva is a new digital platform that is designed to help users make informed decisions regarding commercial feasibility, compliance and safety of products. Chemtiva integrates leading scientific and commercial information into a single platform addressing information and data needs and…

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Determining Overall Pump Lifecycle Costs

Beyond the purchase price, there are other optimizable costs that will help moderate pump-related expenses, when estimating pump lifecycle costs Facility managers who rely on industrial pumps for the various liquid-transfer duties in their manufacturing processes may occasionally think that…

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Technology Profile: Polyoxymethylene Production

This column is based on “Polyoxymethylene from Methanol and Acetic Anhydride – Cost Analysis,” a report published by Intratec. It can be found at: www.intratec.us/analysis/polyoxymethylene-production-cost. Polyoxymethylene (also known as POM and polyacetal resin) is a thermoplastic polymer fiber. Owing to…

Sustainability Snapshot: Making Practical Progress

In their own words, sustainability leaders from the chemical process industries provide insight about their practical success and ongoing goals in improving environmental performance Considerations about environmental sustainability are permeating all levels of the global economy, as companies realize that…

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Updating Legacy Rotating Equipment

A brief look at the benefits of installing modern materials and design upgrades through retrofit projects in chemical plants Modern chemical manufacturing plants depend on the reliable operation of numerous important assets to maintain productivity. Retaining legacy equipment is a…