The Siwarex WP351 (photo) is one of the smallest electronic weighing units available, measuring just 20 mm (width) by 65 mm (height). The device’s 1,000-Hz sampling rate and processing time, combined with a digital output response time of less than…
Clampseal throttling valves (photo) are appropriate for use in severe-service applications that require precise repeatable flow control and dependable shutoff. The valve’s Venturi is an integral part of the removable seat. Both the seat and the stem assembly are easily…
Knowing the tension of critical joints is essential to safety, performance and maximizing uptime. SPC4 load-indicating technology (photo) makes it possible to measure the actual tension in a fastener, not just the preload that is being applied by torque or…
The Liquiphant FTL51B and FTL41 vibrating-fork (vibronic) level instruments (photo) were recently launched. The FTL51B features Industry 4.0 and industrial internet of things (IIoT) capabilities, including access via wireless Bluetooth technology, automatic proof tests and verification, and easy commissioning via…
This company has expanded its product range, adding modern explosion-protected lighting systems equipped with Digital Addressable Lighting Interface (DALl; photo). The new EXLUX variants correspond to the DALI standard according to IEC 62386 and are specifically designed for consistent lighting…
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…
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…
Use the strategies discussed here to maximize the yields of solid products from batch drying vessels Successfully drying a wet solid in a drying vessel does not complete the operation — the dry solids must be removed from the vessel.…
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…
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…