Chemical Equipment articles from December 2005

Chemical Equipment archives from December 2005

Liquid controller.(PICKS OF THE MONTH)
December 1, 2005... The NT IFC model 6510, featuring PTFE-wetted surfaces and nonmetallic components, is designed for point-of-use chemical blending and dispensing applications. It uses differential-pressure-flow measurement technology and advanced closed-loop...

Level switch.(PICKS OF THE MONTH)
December 1, 2005... The Rosemount 2110 and 2120 liquid level switches are based on a vibrating short-fork technology which is suitable for all liquid applications. The switch is unaffected by flow, turbulence, bubbles, foam, vibration, or product variations. The...

Blending system.(PICKS OF THE MONTH)
December 1, 2005... The closed blending system uses a rotating mixing principle, incorporating two arched blades in the mixing lid which induce countercurrent motion and provide gentle product mixing. Container remains fully closed and sealed throughout the...

Proximity sensor.(PICKS OF THE MONTH)
December 1, 2005... The line of inductive and capacitive proximity sensors for non-contact presence sensing of metallic and non-metallic objects features nickel-plated, stainless steel, and non-metallic cylindrical and rectangular housings. For installation...

Upcoming events.(BEST PICKS)(Calendar)
December 1, 2005... December 12-14 2005 World Methanol Conference; Ritz-Carlton, South Beach, Miami, FL; Chemical Market Associates, Inc.; 281-752-3248; www.cmaiglobal.com. January 29-February 1 PACE 2006--Paint and Coatings Expo; Tampa Convention Center,...

Receiver.(SOLIDS HANDLING & PROCESSING)
December 1, 2005... The Pulse Jet Receiver has no moving parts to wear out and comes in compact, top- and side-access housings that fit a range of facility layouts. It uses compressed-air pulse jet cleaning of filter media to keep pneumatic conveying systems that...

Colloid mill.(SOLIDS HANDLING & PROCESSING)
December 1, 2005... The wet-mixing colloid mill reduces particle sizes and provides uniform distribution. It features a milling head with rotor and stator gap that can be adjusted while running. Providing precise process control, repeatability, and consistency,...

Centrifugal pump.(SOLIDS HANDLING & PROCESSING)
December 1, 2005... The Ultra V solids-handling, self-priming centrifugal pump features an automatic air-release valve and a discharge check valve. It is available in a variety of sizes and is suitable for waste and industrial applications. When system...

Bulk-Bag Unloader.(SOLIDS HANDLING & PROCESSING)
December 1, 2005... The Variable Flow-Rate, Bulk-Bag Unloader provides continuous discharge of material from bulk bags and can regulate or stop the flow in accordance with system requirements. Two vibrators mounted on opposite sides of the support hopper create...

Bulk-Bag Filler.(SOLIDS HANDLING & PROCESSING)
December 1, 2005... The Bulk-Bag Filler features bag inflation, electronic scales, adjustable height-loop support arms, integral dust collection, and bag compaction. Available in 304 or 316 Stainless Steel, standard units come in a heavy-duty, carbon steel, rugged...

Flow meter.(SLURRY HANDLING)
December 1, 2005... The Duosonics ultrasonic flow meter is a non-invasive, clamp-on unit that automatically switches between Pulse Doppler and Transit Time technologies, depending on the fluid conditions in the pipe. It can measure anything from ultra-pure water...

Viscosity control system.(SLURRY HANDLING)
December 1, 2005... The VISC6000PLC-based viscosity control system monitors up to 10 stations via a touch screen. Featuring trend plot software, the system displays data for each station in real-time. It permits set-point and other viscosity parameter adjustments...

Peristaltic pump.(SLURRY HANDLING)
December 1, 2005... The 704 U/RE pump is designed for metering and dosing of corrosive, abrasive and sensitive fluids. It is suitable for the contamination-free transfer of waste slurries found in chemical, pulp and paper, and food processing applications. The...

New directions in corrosion monitoring.(SPECIAL REPORT)
December 1, 2005... Corrosion is costly. A 1995 Battelle study, "Economic Effects of Metallic Corrosion in the United States," pegs the overall cost of corrosion in the U.S. at 4.2% of GNP, or about $350 billion per year. The corrosion trade group NACE...

Regulations, fuel costs drive VOC, HAP changes.(SPECIAL REPORT)
December 1, 2005... Two major factors are driving changes in VOC control: new regulations and the increasing cost of fuel, particularly natural gas. This article will look at the effect these are having on VOC control technology. Regulations The most...

Processor.(SHOW REVIEW)
December 1, 2005... Booth 1438. The M-110EH-30 Microfluidizer processor features fixed-geometry interaction ceramic or diamond-chamber technology. Suitable to the production of nano-suspensions and nano-emulsions, as well as cell disruption with the least number...

Pipe gasket.(SHOW REVIEW)
December 1, 2005... Booth 2303. The GORE Universal Pipe Gasket is suitable for the processing of chemicals and pharmaceuticals in process-piping applications. It is suitable for applications across steel, glass-lined steel, and FRP systems wherever a non-metallic...

Level gauge.(SHOW REVIEW)
December 1, 2005... Booth 2511. The redesigned BW 25 level gauge is suitable for chemical, petrochemical, oil, gas, offshore, and now, hazardous applications. In addition to the M9 indicator with a pointer, there is also an optional M10 digital indicator available...

Vessels, linings, coatings.(SHOW REVIEW)
December 1, 2005... Booth 1531. The Secure & Pure family of vessels, linings, and coatings are designed for storage of ultra-pure, electronic-grade chemicals used in the semiconductor industry. The tanks feature a one-piece, 90-mil-thick, removable Teflon PFA...

PTFE hose.(SHOW REVIEW)
December 1, 2005... Booth 2143. The PAGE-Flex system uses a stainless steel helix wire mechanically fixed to each end fitting, providing end-to-end electrical continuity and enhancing the stability of the hose. The convoluted PTFE hose is designed for use in the...

Monitor and controller.(SHOW REVIEW)
December 1, 2005... Booth 1838. The IP65-rated, CON 550 monitor and CON 560 controller displays conductivity and temperature values. Both models feature manual or automatic temperature compensation for industrial measurements. Units accept two- or four-cell...

Diaphragm pump.(SHOW REVIEW)
December 1, 2005... Booth 1929. The EXPert (EXP) Diaphragm Pump line is available in seven different materials, and four different sizes. The pumps are used in the process industry, and are designed to pump corrosive and abrasive materials. They also feature a...

Potentiometer.(SHOW REVIEW)
December 1, 2005... Booth 1209. The MR267 Motorized Potentiometer, with 4-20mA current loop control, automates existing systems controlled by manually-operated potentiometers, rheostats or rotary-cam switches. No computers are required and there is no software to...

Dryer.(SHOW REVIEW)
December 1, 2005... Booth 2458. New, full-featured Balston SMART Dryer membrane air dryer for applications requiring 35-degree F dewpoints and flow rates up to 1,200 SCFM is now available. The dryer removes all other compressed air contaminants down to 0.01 micron...

Heating and cooling bulk solids requires reliable product flow.(PROCESS DYNAMICS)(Cover Story)
December 1, 2005... Heating and cooling bulk solids is done in a number of ways. Many use direct contact of a gas or air stream with the solids to add or remove heat. Fluidizing and drum-type systems use this approach. There is a relatively high energy cost...

PPG Industries pays off $1.5 billion in debt over five years.(business In Brief)
December 1, 2005... PPG Industries has spent $1.5 billion to retire debt, resulting in a debt-to-total-capital ratio of about 27%, a company executive recently told analysts and investors. The Pittsburgh, PA-based glass, chemicals and coatings firm generated about...

Merrill Lynch sees good Q4 for North American basic chems.(business In Brief)
December 1, 2005... North American basic petrochemicals makers are looking at a good 2005 fourth and 2006 first quarter, but the outlook is more tempered for intermediate chemicals makers, analysts at Merrill Lynch (ML) said last month. In a research note, ML said...

Wal-Mart shift to corn plastics based on costs.(business In Brief)
December 1, 2005... Volatile oil prices and potential energy shortages rather than environmental concerns are the main reasons U.S. retailer Wal-Mart is shifting some packaging from petroleum-based to corn-based plastics, the company said last month. The first...

U.S. Hexion narrows Q3 loss on cost cuts, pricing.(business In Brief)
December 1, 2005... U.S. specialty chemicals maker Hexion reported a reduced third-quarter net loss of $6 million last month, citing stronger pricing and cost cuts. Hexion's net loss for the three months ended September 30th is comparable to a $108 million net...

Energy chiefs defend profits, ask Congress for drilling access.(ICIS NEWS/International Chemical Information Service)
December 1, 2005... U.S. energy industry leaders urged Congress last month to lift restrictions on oil and gas development as a Senate hearing sought explanations from them on why energy costs are so high. Top energy-industry officials testified at a joint hearing...

DOE: full Gulf energy recovery not before mid-2006.(ICIS NEWS/International Chemical Information Service)
December 1, 2005... The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Said last month that Gulf Coast energy resources damaged by Hurricanes Katrina and Rita will take longer to recover than first thought. DOE's Energy Information Administration (EIA)said in its regular monthly...

DuPont program to cut $1 billion in costs, boost productivity.(ICIS NEWS/International Chemical Information Service)
December 1, 2005... DuPont detailed what it called an "action program" last month to cut $1 billion in costs over three years and to boost productivity. The company said the program will not require "broad-based corporate employee severance." Rather, the...

Truckers support 5% biodiesel blend.(ICIS NEWS/International Chemical Information Service)
December 1, 2005... The American Trucking Association (ATA) has endorsed the use of low-blend biodiesel as part of the group's alternative fuels policy, the association's regulatory affairs counsel confirmed last month. ATA is working with the National Biodiesel...

Chemical industry, others push for federal offshore natgas bill.(ICIS NEWS/International Chemical Information Service)
December 1, 2005... U.S. chemical, plastics and fertilizer producers joined a broad coalition of other manufacturers last month to urge the House of Representatives to pass legislation enabling offshore oil and gas development. The Alliance for Energy & Economic...

Panel calls for punitive tariffs on Chinese goods.(ICIS NEWS/International Chemical Information Service)
December 1, 2005... A U.S. Congressional commission has called for "immediate, across-the-board tariffs on Chinese imports" to halt Chinese violations of U.S. companies' intellectual property rights (IPR). The U.S.-China Economic & Security Review Commission...

Eastman to expand Netherlands resin production.(business In Brief)
December 1, 2005... Eastman Chemical announced a 25% production expansion at its hydrogenated hydrocarbon resin facility in Middelburg, The Netherlands, last month. The planned completion date for the expansion is September 2006, according to the Kingsport,...

ISP completes ESBR expansion at Texas rubber plant.(business In Brief)
December 1, 2005... International Specialty Products (ISP) has completed the first phase of its emulsion styrene butadiene rubber (ESBR) expansion at Port Neches, TX. Capacity of the plant has been raised from 181,500 tons per year to 200,000 tons per year. In the...

WR Grace buys Single-Site Catalysts.(business In Brief)
December 1, 2005... WR Grace has purchased the assets of Single-Site Catalysts, a Chester, PA-based supplier of organometallic catalysts for a variety of industries, including polyolefins and elastomers. The purchase includes customer agreements and intellectual...

Pemex shut methanol plant due to high gas costs.(business In Brief)
December 1, 2005... Pemex Petroquimica, the petrochemical division of Mexico's state-owned oil company Pemex, said it closed a methanol plant last month because of high natural-gas prices. In August, even before several hurricanes struck in the Gulf of Mexico and...

Rotary calciners for pilot plant testing.(exhibitors equipment showcase)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2005... Bartlett-Snow[TM] rotary calciners for pilot plant testing, from Alstom Power Inc., provide users with a highly effective way for processing a wide array of materials, from fine powders to granular solids. Capable of temperatures exceeding...

The new generation in radar level products.(exhibitors equipment showcase)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2005... AMETEK Drexelbrook[R], the leader in level measurement technology, has added advanced DR7000 Series (Radar) and DR7100 Series (Time Domain Reflectometry) 2-wire transmitters to its family of radar-based level measurement instruments. Both...

All-welded process gauge-seal combination.(exhibitors equipment showcase)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2005... AMETEK U.S. Gauge all-welded process gauge/integrated seal costs less than separate gauge and seal, offers fewer potential leak paths and increased reliability. The rugged Model 1981S gauge (PET case, Type 316L SS socket, seamless Bourbon tube)...

Precision dispensers & metering pumps.(exhibitors equipment showcase)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2005... New 2006 catalog covers dispensers and metering pumps for laboratory, industrial, and OEM applications: Features new V300 Digital Controller and the VMP Dispensing System: Details operating principles, pump capacities, motor characteristics,...

Stainless Dry-Mate dry connection.(exhibitors equipment showcase)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2005... New 316 stainless steel, Dry-Mate dry connect valves are now available in 2" full port, full flow. With the double ball design, there is no flow restriction and spillage is less than 1 cc. Dry-Mates prevent accidental spills and exposure. Seal...

Processing equipment.(exhibitors equipment showcase)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2005... Crown Iron Works is a leading manufacturer of drying, solvent extraction, desolventization, leaching equipment, and systems for the specialty chemical, food, nutraceutical, and pharmaceutical industries. Crown Iron Works offers pilot plant or...

Process equipment.(exhibitors equipment showcase)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2005... PKG Equipment has 36 years of experience in the design, fabrication, and installation of various corrosion and abrasion resistant process equipment. The 13,000-gallon aqua ammonia storage tank was fabricated from 3/8" thick stainless steel...

Dry pump technology.(exhibitors equipment showcase)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2005... New CDX1000 represents the next generation of dry pump technology from BOC Edwards. The CDX1000 is suited to larger processes where reliability and repeatability are key. Technologies and manufacturing techniques have been carefully selected to...

Control valves.(exhibitors equipment showcase)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2005... The Fisher[R] Design GX control valve was designed with innovation, technology, and reliability in mind. This high-quality, compact valve and the new Fisher[R] FIELDVUE[R] DVC2000 digital valve controller combine to provide predictive...

QuickChange[TM] NV.(exhibitors equipment showcase)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2005... The Non-Vibrating QuickChange[TM] system's "outrigger design" utilizes a set of closed-loop hydraulic lifting cylinders mounted off the base of the unit, isolating them from any separator vibration. One person can operate the system, greatly...

Compact twin-shaft powerhouse.(exhibitors equipment showcase)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2005... The DELUMPER[R] Crusher Model DC1200 offers powerful twin-shaft crushing capabilities in a compact configuration. This unit crushes and chops a wide range of agglomerated materials with a self-clearing crushing action. It reduces lumps...

See Thru safety shield.(exhibitors equipment showcase)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2005... RAMCO[R] PPL (VUE) "See Thru" Spra-Gard[R] Safety Shield enhances safety in the plant environment by preventing sprayouts of hazardous or toxic liquid chemicals. Combining the high quality characteristics of the RAMC0[R] PPL Spra-Gard[R] Shield...

Fluid Bed Dryer-Screener System.(exhibitors equipment showcase)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2005... A new Circular Vibratory Fluid Bed Dryer-Screener System from Kason Corporation reduces moisture content of bulk materials, removes agglomerates and dust, and discharges on-size material into bulk bags. The pre-packaged system consists of a 48"...

Automatic Samplers for bulk solids.(exhibitors equipment showcase)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2005... Sentry Equipment Corp. has acquired the Gustafson Automatic Sampler product line from Bayer CropScience. Sentry now offers a complete, comprehensive line of samplers for process applications such as chemical, plastic, cement, coal, feed/grain,...

Pressure measurement solutions.(exhibitors equipment showcase)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2005... Swagelok pressure gauges and transducers can be mounted to Swagelok direct-mount manifolds, which offer isolation and venting capabilities. The pressure measurement device can be isolated from upstream process pressures when the instrument...

Accuracy without spillage.(exhibitors equipment showcase)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2005... SERFILCO Smart Pumps are engineered to control, measure, and dispense any volume of liquid from drums and tanks: Simply enter the desired volume of liquid and press enter. The Batch Control System engages the motor, dispenses the required...

Adjustable chainwheels.(exhibitors equipment showcase)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2005... Trumbull Industries offers chainwheels in Ductile Iron and 316 Stainless Steel for operation of valves in high, locations. Universal design allows chainwheel to be clamped to handwheel, or pinned directly to valve stem. Furnished in a wide...

Double diaphragm pumps.(exhibitors equipment showcase)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2005... Air-powered double diaphragm pumps incorporate a variety of materials of construction to meet and exceed the most demanding fluid transfer needs. Available in 1/4" through 3" fluid port sizes (flows to 214GPM), and feature patented non-stalling...

Latest Application Information CD.(PRODUCT display)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2005... Latest Application Information CD explains Pulsair's unique bubble mixing systems and applications to liquid mixings scenarios, including waste water, water treatment, lubricants, fuels, chemicals, paint, pulp and paper, bio fuels, edible oils,...

Plastic valves, Y-strainers, and custom molding.(PRODUCT display)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2005... Plastic corrosion-resistant valves (ball, butterfly, diverter, check), unions, Y-strainers, and actuated (pneumatic or electric) valves are engineered for extended service life and ease of maintenance. Colonial also performs custom injection...

Industrial wireless instrumentation.(PRODUCT display)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2005... Accutech's industrial wireless instrumentation monitors all the data you really need. Ideal for long-term monitoring of variables in remote locations, as well as for short-term data gathering on process conditions and for new installations, to...

New Industrial Gages Catalog.(PRODUCT display)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2005... Dwyer's new Industrial Gages Catalog features pressure indication and measurement products with an extensive selection of industrial gages that provide superior accuracy and performance; designed to withstand tough industrial environments while...

Bunting uses strongest separation magnets.(PRODUCT display)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2005... Neodymium 50 Rare Earth magnets are the most powerful permanent magnets available in separators, and are now available in all cartridge-based Magnetic Metal Separation Equipment manufactured by Bunting Magnetics Co. Products utilizing these...

Continuous boiler blowdown heat recovery.(PRODUCT display)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2005... Brochure HRS 1188 describes three different types of continuous boiler breakdown heat recovery systems manufactured by Penn Separator. Choose the system that is right for your application. All are designed to recover up to 90% of the BTU's...

Smallest air-piston vibrator.(PRODUCT display)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2005... Model VM-25, the world's smallest air-piston vibrator, is available in all stainless steel. It can be used to promote the free flow of materials from small, thin-skinned bins and hoppers to 2 cubic feet capacity. Ideal for pharmaceutical...

Heat exchangers.(PRODUCT display)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2005... Noren manufactures air-to-air and air-to-water heat exchangers that remove heat from sealed electronic enclosures, panels and cabinets for indoor and outdoor applications. Units are 10 times more efficient than air conditioning, with no...

Thermometers with penetration probe.(PRODUCT display)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2005... An evolutionary step in the development of OMEGA's digital thermometers and probes, these thermometers are completely waterproof, simple to operate, and ergonomically designed. Available with "T" Type thermocouple or thermistor input and...

Flexible pipe system.(PRODUCT display)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2005... New from Abresist, KALFLEX flexible and wear-resistant pipe system provides a cost-effective solution to connect structural components that move due to vibration, thermal expansion, or as a result of intended movement. KALFLEX can be integrated...

High shear mixing.(PRODUCT display)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2005... Silverson's 3A certified in-line mixers are designed to provide the most efficient and hygienic mixing system available. Each mixer incorporates the precision engineered Silverson rotor/stator workhead which has the capability to mix, emulsify,...

Manual dumping station.(PRODUCT display)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2005... New manual dumping station with integral flexible screw conveyor collects dust created during manual dumping of powder and bulk solid materials from bags, boxes, drums and other containers. Features a high velocity vacuum fan that draws...

Sight-flow indicator.(NEW TECHNOLOGY)
December 1, 2005... Series FIF sight-flow indicators, provided with flanged ends per ANSI B16.5 and B16.24, offer inline, on-the-spot viewing of a pipeline's contents. These units may be configured with flapper, drip tube, or rotary-flow indicators and are rated...

Bulk-measurement sensor.(NEW TECHNOLOGY)
December 1, 2005... The RP Custom Resistive Chain Level Measurement Sensors are shock-resistive and have an anti-stick float design. Level sensors are suitable for bulk-liquid product industries such as chemical, oil, food processing, waste treatment and shipping....

Portable supplied-air system.(NEW TECHNOLOGY)
December 1, 2005... Respiratory Protector Portable CO Removal System provides clean, humidified air to workers, while allowing extra freedom of movement not available with traditional wall-mount units. The system converts carbon monoxide to carbon dioxide and...

Stainless steel tank.(NEW TECHNOLOGY)
December 1, 2005... This stainless steel chemical storage tank and reactor are designed to serve a wide variety of industries and diverse product ranges. Manufacturer has recently developed a glass lining for tanks in chemical applications. Re-glassing services...

Cam switch.(NEW TECHNOLOGY)
December 1, 2005... Series 20 Cam Switches have double-break, silver-plated contacts housed in rigid thermoset plastic. Their versatility allows configurations with up to 12 decks and up to 12 positions. Series 20 Cam Switches are available in standard, lighted or...

Cleanroom lift.(NEW TECHNOLOGY)
December 1, 2005... Cleanroon 1000 lift is a custom mechanical lift engineered to move a wheel cart of in-process product from one elevation to another within a Class 1000 cleanroom environment. Full perimeter, washdown friendly bellows were attached to the...

Sanitary-hose storage unit.(NEW TECHNOLOGY)
December 1, 2005... This line of wall racks organizes and stores sanitary-hose assemblies. They feature all stainless steel construction and mount on a wall to create a cleaner, safer work environment and keep hose assemblies, clamps, gaskets, and adapters...

Program calculates energy savings.(NEW TECHNOLOGY)
December 1, 2005... Computer program calculates savings realized when users switch from an air-operated double-diaphragm pump to an electrically operated progressive cavity (PC) pump. Program is available in Visual Basic for personal computers running Microsoft...

Ultrasonic flow meter.(NEW TECHNOLOGY)
December 1, 2005... The Innova-Sonic Ultrasonic flow meter incorporates digital signal processing and Bluetooth wireless PDA interface. It is also available with fixed-display readout in either clamp-on or insertion transducers. While designed for clean liquid...

Sticky tape.(NEW TECHNOLOGY)
December 1, 2005... Thermeez 397PS high-temperature, thermally insulating woven ceramic tape is backed with high-temperature, pressure-sensitive adhesive. It eliminates the twisting, slipping and unwrapping that occurs with standard tapes. The tape is suitable for...

Factory direct industry scales.(Winter 2005 Literature Review)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2005... Arlyn Scales offers a wide range of innovative industrial scales. The platform scale, ranging in capacity from 500 lbs. to 30,000 lbs., has no moving parts and features stainless steel load sensors and welded low-profile platforms for maximum...

Vacuum systems.(Winter 2005 Literature Review)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2005... Complemented by its 2001 acquisition of Stokes Vacuum, BOC Edwards is a leading supplier of premier process vacuum systems and accessories. Equipment is supported by applications expertise, dedication to continual research, and development and...

Measurement and control.(Winter 2005 Literature Review)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2005... Up to two-thirds of data acquisition and control application costs are spent on configuration and development time. The Measurement and Control Designer helps to quickly and easily select measurement and control applications. It is loaded with...

Drum Hot Boxes.(Winter 2005 Literature Review)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2005... Benko Product's Industrial oven catalog includes full line of Sahara Hot Boxes, energy-efficient ovens designed to safely heat drums and totes. Hot Boxes capacity range from one to 32 drums and replace inefficient homemade hot rooms and awkward...

Cooling towers.(Winter 2005 Literature Review)(Advertisement)
December 1, 2005... Delta Cooling Towers manufacturers a complete line of corrosion-proof engineered plastic cooling towers. The tower incorporate a high efficiency counter-flow design and carry a 15-year warranty on the casing, which is molded into a unitary...