Chemical Equipment articles from April 2003

Chemical Equipment archives from April 2003

Crusher: with stainless steel body.
April 1, 2003... Delumper Model DC2020L features a seamless, stainless body, a 20" x 20" inlet and discharge opening and wide mounting flanges for easy connection to systems or hoppers Delumper utilizes specially designed teeth mounted on a smooth rotating...

Air actuated valves: thermoplastic.
April 1, 2003... Air actuated, thermoplastic valves provide positive, bubble-tight shut off for critical liquid processing. Valve shaft is machined of solid Teflon[R] to eliminate sticking. In addition to absolute positive shut off, valves are also equipped...

Differential gages: for hazardous locations.
April 1, 2003... Gage line consists of Models 120, 130, 140 and 220 differential gages. Models 120, 140 and 220 are approved for both Division I (Explosion Proof) and Division II (General Purpose Enclosure) locations. Model 130 has approval for Division I...

Fluid Bed Clay Dryer: energy efficient.
April 1, 2003... Fluid Bed Dryer can save as much as 40% on gas bills during the drying process. Dryer's heat recovery system recycles residual heat carried on the clay after drying. Because this dryer heats air to temperatures as high as 1000[degrees]F it can...

Laboratory equipment catalog. (New Literature).
April 1, 2003... Company's 2003-2004 General Catalog is a comprehensive, 2608-page guide to laboratory equipment, instruments, chemicals, supplies and services. In-depth descriptions, full-color photography, specifications and pricing are included for over...

From the editor.
April 1, 2003... Chemical Equipment Magazine continues to bring its readers the latest in product technology with the April 2003 issue. Featured this month is Bulk Material Handling Equipment with specific spotlights on Conveyors, Level Indicators and Pumps....

Foil liners. (Bulk Material Handling).
April 1, 2003... Conductive, micropored foil liners are designed for use in processing industries in which there is need to protect against unwanted static discharges in an electrostatically sensitive environment. These form-fitted, antistatic liners dissipate...

Bulk inventory weighing. (Bulk Material Handling).
April 1, 2003... DeviceNet interface for the SVS 2000 weight indicator for load cells is ideal for bulk inventory monitoring and vessel loadout applications. DeviceNet provides digital communications to more sophisticated devices like the SVS 2000 which...

Bulk bag discharging system. (Bulk Material Handling).
April 1, 2003... SacMaster[TM] is a bulk bag discharge system designed specifically to include features and functions identified as important by bulk bag users. Posi-Flow adaptive bulk bag agitation system dynamically adjusts agitation based on material level...

Drum hard cover. (Bulk Material Handling).
April 1, 2003... PIG[R] 4-Drum Roll-Top Hardcover storage unit provides protected storage, indoor or outdoor, for up to four drums with room for pumps and funnels. Corrosion-resistant, weather-tight roll-top design keeps drums safe and secure. Lockable doors...

Vessel content monitoring. (Bulk Material Handling).
April 1, 2003... AiRanger XPL Plus offers 10-point monitoring in a single unit. It can be used in a wide range of applications to scan liquids, solids or a combination of both contained in vessels of differing size, shape and configuration up to 200 feet....

Collapsible container: returnable. (New Products).
April 1, 2003... SmartCrate[TM] hand-held, collapsible plastic container is returnable and ideal for moving perishable products to end-users or within the plant. Collapsible crate offers a 2-step assembly, high cube utilization and a high return ratio, reducing...

Portable drum dumper: intrinsically safe. (New Products).
April 1, 2003... Designed to discharge 55 gallon drums of sodium powder into a receiving pipe at 12" above floor level, unit features Lift & Seal System[TM] which hydraulically seals drum to 304 stainless steel pour cone for dust-tight operation. A 60[degrees]...

Magnetic separator: removes ultra fine materials. (New Products).
April 1, 2003... Perma Chute magnetic separator is specifically designed for removal of ultra fine or paramagnetic materials from free flowing product. Using ultra powerful RE magnets, separator features a strong field at the magnet surface for efficient...

Drum transporter: requires less than 40 lbs. Force. (New Products).
April 1, 2003... Ergonomic drum transporter requires less than 40 lbs. of force to manually lift a full 55-gallon drum weighing 660 lbs. Transporter is constructed of stainless steel and allows a single operator to move heavy drums effortlessly and safely. It...

Disconnect coupling. (2003 Chem Show Preview).
April 1, 2003... Booth 2340. Drylok[TM] dry disconnect coupling provides safety in the transfer of hazardous liquids. With less than 1-cc of fluid loss from a 3" unit, coupling meets or exceeds stringent emission and worker safety requirements. OPW Engineered...

Disperser/homogenizer. (2003 Chem Show Preview).
April 1, 2003... Booth 1052. MEGA-TRON[R] MT 3-160 processor is dimensioned for flow rates of up to 150 GPM. Machine is driven by a 40 HP motor. It can be fitted with one to three rotor/stator shear generators of different geometrical configurations to ensure...

Centrifugal pumps. (2003 Chem Show Preview).
April 1, 2003... Booth 2083. Sealless, magnetic coupled centrifugal pumps are described in this brochure. Applications include toxic, explosive or other dangerous liquids. Pumps have capacities to 3000 GPM and handle pressure to 600 PSI and temperatures to...

Control valves. (2003 Chem Show Preview).
April 1, 2003... Booth 2083. Brochure describes company's extensive range of control valves for severe applications. Cut-away photos and specification charts provide information needed to select the right valve for a specific application. ARI Valve, 1738 Sands...

Fine grind mill. (2003 Chem Show Preview).
April 1, 2003... Booth 1153. Model F10 fine grind mill handles fine chemicals, foods and more. It produces a consistent particle size at 150 microns and below. Mill provides higher yields and uniform grinding. Quadro Inc., 55 Bleeker St., Millburn, NJ 07041....

Processing hoppers. (2003 Chem Show Preview).
April 1, 2003... Booth 2269. PH Series hoppers are used for in-plant handling of powders and granules in chemical processing and other industries. Polyethylene containers are supplied with a heavy-duty stainless steel stand. Chem-Tainer Inds. Inc., 361 Neptune...

Progressive cavity pumps. (Pumps).
April 1, 2003... These progressive cavity pumps are available in exotic materials, resistant to aggressive chemicals. Pumps are designed for metering NaOCI, FeC[I.sub.3], HCI, NaOH and strong acids and bases. Pump bodies are constructed of HDPE or cast metal...

Flow Checker. (Pumps).
April 1, 2003... Feed verification has been added to the PZ line of electronic metering pumps. Flow Checker oval gear meter mounts directly to the discharge of any PZ, Pzi4 or Pzi8 pump and provides one pulse output for each 1 ml of liquid measured. Users can...

Positive displacement pump. (Pumps).
April 1, 2003... AccuLobe[TM] Pump is a compact, positive displacement model delivering accurate, repeatable flow in sanitary and industrial applications. Pump also provides easy cleaning for critical-hygiene or frequent-change applications. Designed for...

Reversible vacuum pump. (Pumps).
April 1, 2003... Reversible, anti-clogging, air powered material transfer pump is ideal for conveying bulk materials, powders, pellets, hazardous chemicals and more. Pump offers instantaneous vacuum flow, high air velocity and a straight through design...

Progressing cavity pumps. (Pumps).
April 1, 2003... Moyno[R] L-frame progressing cavity pumps for chemical feed applications provide numerous performance enhancing and cost-saving features resulting in maximum operating efficiency. Pumps provide application versatility for effective process...

Wastewater storage tanks: corrosion resistant. (New Products).
April 1, 2003... Above and below ground protected steel storage tanks are available for use in water and wastewater applications. Factory applied NSF interior coatings and rugged exterior corrosion protection systems are available. Sizes range in volume from...

Scrubber: produces zero odor. (New Products).
April 1, 2003... Odor Scrubber is a multi-use, high-efficiency wet scrubber technology for elimination of odors from a wide variety of industrial sources. Scrubber produces a condition of zero odor at the stack and is applicable to odors generated from waste...

Vacuum conveyors: with dual cyclone technology. (New Products).
April 1, 2003... Hurricane M-Series vacuum conveyors feature dual cyclone technology to feed pellets and granular materials without a filter, making cleaning and installation simple. When material needs change, addition of a filter is quick and easy, even in...

Chemical Solutions Catalog: quality control, research. (New Product).
April 1, 2003... The 120-page 2002-2003 Laboratory Chemical Solutions Catalog offers over 1000 buffers, standards and solutions for quality control, research and production applications. Products include pH calibration solutions, volumetric normality solutions,...

Pump connector. (2003 Chem Show Preview).
April 1, 2003... Booth 932. Series 6501/K silicone lined metal bellows pump connector is designed for tough, demanding applications as found in chemical processing and other industrial piping systems. With CIP capability, pump connector is an excellent...

Lined composite valve. (2003 Chem Show Preview).
April 1, 2003... The 800 series lined composite valve is manufactured to be corrosion resistant inside and out in hostile services. Valve has the strength of steel with 1/2 the weight and is 10 times more impact resistant than standard FRP. PureFlex, 4617 E....

Quick changeover feeder. (2003 Chem Show Preview).
April 1, 2003... Booth 2735. Flex Wall Plus combines a trapezoid hopper shape with external paddle activation to provide real mass flow, maximizing screw fill efficiency. It provides quick twin screw/single screw changeover and handles sticky powders. Brabender...

Pinch valve. (2003 Chem Show Preview).
April 1, 2003... Booth 1436. CAR pinch valve is designed to accurately control the flow of slurries, abrasives and corrosive fluids. Valve is a full round pneumatically operated unit with a maintenance-free actuator. Onyx Valve, 835 Industrial Highway,...

Metering/transfer pumps. (2003 Chem Show Preview).
April 1, 2003... Booth 1555. The 700 Series pumps are designed for low-cost, reliable metering or transfer applications. Pumps eliminate the maintenance often associated with handling touch corrosive and abrasive products. With no valves or seals to clog, they...

Ball valves. (2003 Chem Show Preview).
April 1, 2003... Booth 2300. Ball valves are designed for high purity applications and feature 316L BPE compliant tube full port to 4", multiport, CIP, SIP, ISO 5211 direct mount actuation and mechanical as well as electro-polish finish. Inline, 4701 Little...

Vacuum conveying. (Conveyors).
April 1, 2003... Re-engineered MiniVac[TM] features easy side access for filter inspection and changeover. In addition, vacuum conveyor utilizes a regenerative blower and an adjustable pulse-jet filter cleaning system to provide efficient operation. Entire...

Modular screw conveyor. (Conveyors).
April 1, 2003... Multiflo is a complete conveyor system designed with quick disconnect modules, which allow any configuration to be easily constructed to meet process requirements. Standard features include 316 stainless contact surfaces, solid shaft heavy-duty...

Mechanical conveyors. (Conveyors).
April 1, 2003... Aero mechanical conveyors' design enables them to turn 90[degrees] bends, significantly increasing application flexibility by allowing users to plan out conveying routes around obstacles. Designed and custom-built for product to be handled, in...

Vacuum Conveyors. (Conveyors).
April 1, 2003... C-series conveyors are ideal for applications in food, dairy, pharmaceutical and other industries. Conveyors are made of stainless steel AISI 316L and can cope with demanding applications. Filter design traps particles to 0.3 microns and can be...

Temperature controlled enclosures. (2003 Chem Show Preview).
April 1, 2003... Booth 2713. Full line of chemical storage and processing enclosures provide temperature control of drums and IBCs. Users can choose from capacities up to 48 drums or 12 IBCs. Heating applications include freeze protection, normalization or...

Pump end module. (2003 Chem Show Preview).
April 1, 2003... Booth 2543. Plus 3 liquid end (D70) is available on 208 model pumps with capacities from 0.095-1.9 GPH. Its dual head design with built4n calibration column eliminates "off-gassing" effects associated with high concentrations of NaOCI. Alldos...

Mixing/blending unit. (2003 Chem Show Preview).
April 1, 2003... Booth 2728. On-line chemical mixing/blending unit is designed for each individual application condition. Utilizing Feinpruef metering pumps, system precisely meters viscosities to 500,000 cp up to pressures of 5000 PSI. Mahr Metering System...

Fiberglass junction boxes. (2003 Chem Show Preview).
April 1, 2003... Booth 2538. Fiberglass junction boxes are offered in two sizes: 7"x4"x3" and 9"x4"x3". They feature rugged construction and are well suited to corrosive environments. Allied Moulded Products Inc., 222 N. Union St., Bryan, OH 43506. 419-636-4217...

Waste drainage system. (2003 Chem Show Preview).
April 1, 2003... Booth 1029. LabWaste[TM] is a complete system of pipe, fittings and cement that is easily assembled using solvent cement joining. System eliminates need for costly, troublesome fusion-welded systems. Sizes of 1-1/2" and larger plus custom...

Flow meter. (2003 Chem Show Preview).
April 1, 2003... Booth 2307. ST98-12Vdc flow meter is powered by automotive battery or field battery pack for remote pipelines or storage facilities where fixed instrumentation is impractical. Accuracy is [+ or -]1% of reading plus [+ or -]0.5% FS. Fluid...

Drum grab: handles rough terrain. (New Products).
April 1, 2003... Gator Grip drum grab provides a positive lock on the drum rim even over rough terrain. Auto Grip Lock automatically locks grip jaws closed and maintains a positive lock throughout drum transport. Capacity is 1600 lbs. Drum grab can be used with...

Hydraulic swaging unit: for fractional and metric tube fittings. (New Products).
April 1, 2003... Air-actuated hydraulic swaging unit is designed to reduce makeup torque and installation time. Unit features interchangeable, corrosion-resistant, stainless steel tooling to swage 1/4, 3/8 and 1/2-inch and 6, 8, 10 and 12mm Swagelok tube...

Bin activators: rugged and economical. (New Products).
April 1, 2003... Bin activators are rugged, yet affordable and are designed and engineered to deliver high performance and low maintenance for life. They are available in a wide range of sizes from 2-16 feet in diameter. Each bin activator incorporates dual...

Powder disperser: in-line. (New Products).
April 1, 2003... Ytron[TM] XC powder disperser is designed to incorporate and disperse large quantities of powders into a liquid stream with minimal air entrainment. Processing at ambient temperatures, the disperser's dual-stage reactor generates a near-perfect...

Silo reclaim system: custom-engineered. (New Products).
April 1, 2003... Model 533 silo reclaim system provides a solution to bridging problems. Reclaimer utilizes hydraulic power to simply and efficiently produce required high torque for effective material flow. System comes standard with steel bolted silos up to...

Drum transport cart: holds empty 55-gallon drums. (New Products).
April 1, 2003... Manually loaded and unloaded empty drum transport cart holds 10 empty 55-gallon steel or plastic drums for organized conveyance around factory floors. Unit features two tiers and has front stops for upper and lower levels and a gentle backward...

Drum handlers: multi-functional. (New Products).
April 1, 2003... Drum handlers help simplify drum storage by allowing workers to safely and easily palletize steel, plastic and fiber drums from 29-53 inches high. With lifting capacities to 1500 lbs., these units feature sturdy carbon steel frames for rugged...

Ergonomic systems: make pail handling easy. (New Products).
April 1, 2003... VacuHoist[R] vacuum tube lifter provides the ability to lift one, two or up to four 5-gallon pails at one time. Custom suction feet allow for rapid movement of pails while eliminating manual lifting, bending and back strain. All of these...

Swing check valves: protect against flow reversal. (New Products).
April 1, 2003... Model 3030 SQ 3" swing check valves provide complete flow reversal prevention in dry bulk transfer carriers. Valves are designed to protect food-grade and sensitive dry bulk contents at temperatures up to 350[degrees]E Valves provide...

Bag dumping station: speeds processes. (New Products).
April 1, 2003... Bag-dumping/screening station quickly and efficiently examines bagged materials for lumps and foreign matter before they enter the manufacturing process. Self-contained station includes a low profile, compact separator, hood with vent,...

Railcar unloader: reduces time and spillage. (New Products).
April 1, 2003... CycloLift railcar connector streamlines unloading from hopper-bottom cars. CycloLift comes with steel adapter plates that move longitudinally to speed alignment of boot seal with hopper slide gate and cut down on time-consuming railcar...

Pipe racks: custom and pre-engineered. (New Products).
April 1, 2003... Pipe racks are designed to handle pipe diameters up to 12", live loads of 30 psf per level and wind loads of 90-120 MPH. T-support racks are ideal for lighter loads where space is limited. For heavier loads and longer pipe runs, bent racks...

Multiport diverter: available in sizes to 8". (New Products).
April 1, 2003... Vortex[R] Multi-Port Diverter[TM] is a 3-way and 4-way wye line diverter in two- through eight-inch sizes. Diverter provides reliable diversion of air and dry material in pneumatic conveying systems. Self-cleaning, reliable sealing and user...

Vibratory conveyors: without heavy structural support. (New Products).
April 1, 2003... VIBRA-FLEX II vibrated base frame conveyor utilizes an efficient vibrated base frame design that delivers consistent sympathetic vibration to the pan through the springs. No heavy structural support is required. Conveyor also features all...

3- and 4-way valve: for diverting, blending, mixing. (New Products).
April 1, 2003... Series 3L/T2Q33 3- and 4-way valve is a small size multi-port ball valve available in 3/8" through 1-1/2" sizes. All body gaskets are PTFE, eliminating concerns about elastomer compatibility with operating fluid. Valve is available in carbon or...

Solenoid valves: compact, rugged. (New Products).
April 1, 2003... The main objective in the development of these valves was to design compact and rugged industrial solenoid valves with contemporary designs. Valves feature 2- and 3-way functions; normally open or normally closed design; pressure ranges from...

Level transmitters. (Level Indicators).
April 1, 2003... Non-contact ultrasonic level transmitters feature broad processor capabilities that provide remote display, relay outputs and full communication capabilities. Transmitters provide a continuous 4-20 mA output and optional RS-232/485...

Level sensors. (Level Indicators).
April 1, 2003... Detector[R] line of Micropower Impulse Radar (MIR) liquid level sensors are available in two series: MIR-800 Series sensors feature solid wave guide rods, while MIR-900 Series sensors feature fully encapsulated, flexible rods. Each series...

Level switch. (Level Indicators).
April 1, 2003... Model LU07 MicroSwitch[TM] multi-point ultrasonic switch provides non-contact level measurement up to four feet or 1.2 m. Each of three relays can be configured on a single setpoint alarm or two latched setpoints for automatic fill or empty...

Titanium pumps. (Technology Showcase).
April 1, 2003... Company offers seven sizes of titanium gear pumps available in Mag-drive configuration. Titanium has a broad range of chemical compatibility. Flow accuracies for these pumps are within 0.5%. Liquiflo Chemical Processing Pumps, 443 North Ave.,...

Acid waste system. (Technology Showcase).
April 1, 2003... Complete acid waste systems are designed to take a variety of chemicals. Enfield electrofusion acid waste system uses polypro fusion fittings constructed with heavy gage resistance wire integrally molded into the socket. IPEX, 2441 Royal...

Piping components. (Technology Showcase).
April 1, 2003... Company's line of piping components is designed for pneumatic conveying and industrial vacuum system piping applications. A wide range of compression couplings, pipe and tubing, PVC and metal hose, installation accessories and custom...

Bulk solids mixer. (Technology Showcase).
April 1, 2003... Brochure describes Bella fluidized zone mixer, which achieves fast, high-capacity, low-shear precision mixing of either dry bulk solids or liquids with solids regardless of particle size, shape or density. Dynamic Air Inc., 1125 Willow Lake...

Centrifugal pumps. (Technology Showcase).
April 1, 2003... Chem-Gard[R] thermoplastic heavy-duty pumps are designed and constructed to maximize properties of solid homogenous chemically inert thermoplastics. Vanton Pump & Equipment Corp., 201 Sweetland Ave., Hillside, NJ 07205. 908-688-4216 Write...

Level instrumentation. (Technology Showcase).
April 1, 2003... Company is a fully integrated provider of level instrumentation solutions with state-of-the-art technologies to measure solid and liquid process mediums. Float and electrical switching devices with field indication accessories are also offered....

Chemical process pumps. (Technology Showcase).
April 1, 2003... Magnetic drive pump is a wide-ranging line of process pumps designed to solve demanding chemical handling applications. Construction materials of ETFE, for cost-effective handling of aggressive fluids and PFA for high purity levels, are...

Discharger/dumping station. (Technology Showcase).
April 1, 2003... Multi-purpose hood option on BFF Series bulk bag discharger allows automatic discharging born bulk bags plus manual emptying born sacks and drums. Hood is also available on BFC dischargers with cantilevered bag hoist and trolley. Flexicon...

Pneumatic conveying brochure. (Technology Showcase).
April 1, 2003... Brochure describes basic types of dense phase pneumatic conveying systems along with other components. Each system is custom designed to provide a conveying solution that fits a process perfectly. Dynamic Air Inc., 1125 Willow Lake Blvd., St....

Bulk bag unloaders. (Technology Showcase).
April 1, 2003... Bulk bag unloaders discharge materials into vacuum convey systems using a screw discharger. Unloader is designed to handle free and non-free flowing materials. Vac-U-Max, 37 Rutgers St., Belleville, NJ 07109. 800-822-8629; www.vac-u-max.com ...

Foil liners. (Technology Showcase).
April 1, 2003... Foil liners are designed for use in the chemical industry. Foil barrier liners offer moisture, odor and oxygen protection and are excellent for UV and environmentally sensitive products. B.A.G. Corp., 11510 Data Drive, Dallas, TX 75218....

Flange aligning tool. (Technology Showcase).
April 1, 2003... Flange aligning tool provides a fast, safe and effective means of lining up flange bolt holes. Tapered shaft eliminates the need for hammering and prying. Gearench[R], 4450 South Highway 6, Clifton, TX 76634. 254-675-8651; www.gearench.com ...

Spray guard safety shield. (Technology Showcase).
April 1, 2003... See-Thru PPL SpraGard[R] Shield enhances safety in the plant by providing a clear view of pipe joints, allowing early leak detection and preventing dangerous sprayouts of hazardous chemicals. Ramco Mfg. Co., 365 Carnegie Ave., Kenilworth, NJ...

Crusher. (Technology Showcase).
April 1, 2003... Delumper[R] Model DC2020L features a seamless, stainless steel body, a 20" x 20" inlet and discharge opening and wide mounting flanges for easy connection to systems or hoppers. A full range of models is available for numerous applications....

Controller gateway. (Technology Showcase).
April 1, 2003... Controller-E series has been expanded to include new gateways with DeviceNet[TM] and Ethernet interfaces. Gateway can connect two full AS-i systems, up to 868 I/O points, as one node on a higher level network. ifm efector inc., 805 Springdale...

Screening articles. (Technology Showcase).
April 1, 2003... Technical Library Index is a 6-page index listing 150 flee published articles, catalogs and bulletins available on vibratory screening, centrifugal screening, fluid bed processing and vibratory processing of bulk solids materials and...

RF point level switch. (Technology Showcase).
April 1, 2003... IntelliPoint RF[TM] series point level switch software continuously monitors the application for changes in composition, dielectric or conductivity and maintains a repeatable trip point on the probe. AMETEK Drexelbrook, 205 Keith Valley Road,...

Bimetallic thermometers. (Technology Showcase).
April 1, 2003... Bimetallic thermometers are designed to meet or exceed ASME B40.3 standard. Case, bezel and threaded connections are constructed of 304 stainless steel. Stem lengths range from 2-1/2" to 12". AMETEK U.S. Gauge, 820 Pennsylvania Blvd.,...

Magnetic separator instructions. (Technology Showcase).
April 1, 2003... This 16-page "How-to" manual covers magnetic materials, differences in dry, moist and liquid process applications and also includes a complete overview of magnetic separation equipment. Eriez Magnetics, 2200 Asbury Road, Erie, PA 16514....