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…
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…
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…
The ELRi range of liquid ring pumps (photo) is designed for use in applications that are wet, humid and corrosive. The stainless-steel impeller, endplates, liquid reservoir and heat exchanger make this pump highly resilient against corrosion and harsh process gases.…
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…