by Jane Alexander, Managing Editor | Jan 27, 2020 | Solution of the Week, Solution Showcase
According to Kaeser, Fredricksburg, VA, its redesigned High Temperature Refrigerated Dryer (HTRD) with quick-release front panel offers easy installation and low maintenance. By reducing water and harmful contaminants in compressed air systems, these multitaskers are...
by Jane Alexander, Managing Editor | Jan 20, 2020 | Solution of the Week, Solution Showcase
Emerson, St. Louis, has introduced the Plantweb Insight Inline Corrosion application to supply real-time interpretation and analysis of critical data that helps oil and gas operations prioritize maintenance and make informed integrity decisions, and improve worker...
by Jane Alexander, Managing Editor | Jan 12, 2020 | Solution of the Week, Solution Showcase
ProSense FG1 Series mechanical, variable-area flow meters from AutomationDirect, Cumming, GA, offer visual indication of flow rate for water or petroleum-based fluids. According to the company, the devices provide +/-5% full scale accuracy and a repeatability of...
by Jane Alexander, Managing Editor | Jan 5, 2020 | Solution of the Week, Solution Showcase
According to Warren Rupp, Mansfield, OH, its redesigned Sandpiper and Versamatic apps let users of air-operated-double-diaphragm (AODD) units scan QR codes on their pumps and look up information, while also providing an interactive chemical compatibility guide.and...
by Jane Alexander, Managing Editor | Dec 22, 2019 | Solution of the Week, Solution Showcase
According to Emerson, Minneapolis, MN, its Rosemount MS Slurry Sensor with the Rosemount 8782 Slurry Transmitter is a magnetic flow meter designed for applications that involve fluids with large solids, mining ore, pulp, or sand, or those that experience high process...
by Jane Alexander, Managing Editor | Dec 15, 2019 | Solution of the Week, Solution Showcase
Sullair, Michigan City, IN, is offering an enhanced LS160 oil-flooded rotary screw air compressor with a larger, higher-efficiency air end than those found in LS160 units introduced in 2018. According to the company, the new air end offers greater free air delivery...
by Jane Alexander, Managing Editor | Dec 8, 2019 | Solution of the Week, Solution Showcase
According to Rockwell Automation, Milwaukee, WI, the latest release of its FactoryTalk Batch software can improve productivity of design teams and assist operations with improved system reliability and enhanced mobility capabilities. Key features include the ability...
by Jane Alexander, Managing Editor | Dec 1, 2019 | Solution of the Week, Solution Showcase
Emerson, St. Louis, MO, has introduced the Daniel V707 back pressure control valve with an adjustable spring that doesn’t require diaphragms or pilots. According to the company, these features and others, including a metal-to-metal seat, protected O-rings,...
by Jane Alexander, Managing Editor | Nov 24, 2019 | Solution of the Week, Solution Showcase
United Electric Controls, Watertown, MA, is now offering new ammonia- and hydrocarbons-sensor-head options for its line of Vanguard WirelessHART gas detectors. Wireless gas detection is said to reduce compliance costs, as well as improve safety by eliminating the need...
by Jane Alexander, Managing Editor | Nov 17, 2019 | Solution of the Week, Solution Showcase
According to AutomationDirect, Cumming, GA, its IronHorse HBR series helical-bevel gearboxes combine a helical gearset with a bevel gearset to create an output perpendicular to the input. Helical gears are said to offer a smoother, quieter operation than most other...