Chemical Equipment articles from February 2005

Chemical Equipment archives from February 2005

A salute to the engineering profession.(Editor's Letter)
February 1, 2005... When one mentions "Engineer' a lot of different images and ideas can pop into your head, depending upon your age, background and interests. I couldn't help but think of a by-gone icon of industry, the towering figure behind the controls to...

Wedge Conveyor.(Pick Of The Month)
February 1, 2005... * For small space situations * Configurable in a wide variety of applications * Manually adjustable WhisperTrax[TM] Wedge Conveyor features dual-chain design that allows users to incline or decline product in a small footprint,...

Visual flow indicator.(Pick Of The Month)
February 1, 2005... * Meets sterile service needs * Handles virtually any process * Minimal maintenance required Operators are provided with a full 360* view of virtually any process fluid with this visual flow indicator. It can be readily installed...

Stainless steel coatings.(Pick Of The Month)
February 1, 2005... * Resist chemicals, solvents, detergents * Feature stainless steel leafing pigment * Easy to apply STEEL-IT[R] anti-rust stainless steel coatings feature a 316L stainless steel leafing pigment which creates a metallic barrier that...

Clean steam trap.(Pick Of The Month)
February 1, 2005... * All stainless steel design * Easy disassembly and cleaning * Excellent cost performance P10 provides corrosion resistance through the use of SUS316L stainless steel in all wetted parts. Compact, maintainable design allows for...

Industrial pumps with Diaphragm Control.(Pumps & Power Transmission)
February 1, 2005... * Patented Diaphragm Position Control (DPC) technology * Flows to 20 GPM * Maximum protection against diaphragm ruptures H/G25 Kel-Cell[R] series industrial pumps feature patented Diaphragm Position Control (DPC) technology. This...

Air Manager control system.(Pumps & Power Transmission)
February 1, 2005... * Prevents simultaneous motor starts * Adapts to almost any system * Incorporates an industrial PC with Internet Technology Sigma Air Manager (SAM) balances service hours, prevents simultaneous motor starts and maintains tight...

Dry screw vacuum pumps.(Pumps & Power Transmission)
February 1, 2005... * Handle difficult applications in the chemical industry * Variable pitch screw design * High CFM to horsepower ratios Cobra N single stage, direct driven rotary screw dry vacuum pumps are designed for difficult applications in the...

Severe duty motors.(Pumps & Power Transmission)
February 1, 2005... * Available in sizes from 1-1500 HP * Corrosion resistant epoxy finish * Ideal for chemical plants and more Standard-E[R] motors meet or exceed efficiencies required by the Energy Policy Act. Super E[R] motors upgraded...

Close-coupled pump.(Pumps & Power Transmission)
February 1, 2005... * Features sealed gear-type universal joint * Transfers abrasive products * Flow rates to 1000 GPM Moyno[R] 2000 CC pump is designed for industrial applications where close-coupled configurations are preferred, but the power of a...

Ultrasonic flow meter.(Flow Meters)
February 1, 2005... * Simultaneously monitors multiple operations * Mounts directly in pipes * Features 4-digit numeric display Ultrasonic flow meter is a compact instrument measuring 4" x 4" and designed to mount directly in pipes that are one inch...

Electromagnetic flow meters.(Flow Meters)
February 1, 2005... * Adaptable to virtually any application * Ready for immediate custody transfer applications * Modular design provides flexibility OPTIFLUX electromagnetic flow meters consist of nine models covering a range of applications in the...

Universal flow monitor.(Flow Meters)
February 1, 2005... * Designed for water flows in chemical processes * Monitors flow rate and cooling water temperature * Reliable and accurate CalPoint[TM] vortex shedding flow meter and temperature transmitter is designed to monitor water flow in...

Scale Hopper System.(Scales)
February 1, 2005... * Eliminates manual handling * Accuracy of better than [+ or -]5% FS * Specially designed for pneumatic systems Scale Hopper System provides a cleaner process area, eliminates costly manual handling and improves batch accuracy and...

Belt Scale System.(Scales)
February 1, 2005... * Controls feed rates to numerous pieces of equipment * Highly accurate in harsh environments * Monitors production output Series 20 Belt Scale System controls feed rates to crushers, mills, screens and other systems with [+ or...

Precision balance.(Scales)
February 1, 2005... * Smarter, higher resolution performance * Features multi-color touch-screen * Automatic re-calibration feature XP precision balance features built in, comprehensive applications, control calibration, testing, and optimization, all...

Filtered air from multi-stage heat exchanger.(New Technology)
February 1, 2005... C-125 heat exchanger features air flow from left to right, a design that provides filtered conveying air at 75[degrees]F and 40% RH. In the first air passes through the green pre-filter and is cooled to 50[degrees]F. stage, air passes through...

Coalescing filters with pressure indicators.(New Technology)
February 1, 2005... Redesigned coalescing Balston filters now feature two differential pressure indicators built into the head of the filter allowing for a full 360[degrees]viewing. A quick release, bayonet bowl design and a pressure relief valve have been...

Comply with FDA 21CFR part 11 guidelines.(New Technology)
February 1, 2005... Company has introduced two laboratory hardware and software products specifically designed to help pharmaceutical companies comply with federal regulations regarding use of electronic records and electronic signatures in lieu of paper systems...

Even coverage in spray application.(New Technology)
February 1, 2005... A decontamination facility that pumps acids through a series of 15[degrees] spray nozzles to rinse radiation from contaminated metals has experienced problems with the pulsating action of reciprocating pumps causing uneven spray in the rinse...

Foil liners form-fit containers.(New Technology)
February 1, 2005... Foil liners are designed for use in the chemical, food and pharmaceutical industries and will form fit the container, filling without wrinkles. Foil barrier liners offer moisture, odor and oxygen protection and are excellent for UV and...

Zero-Pressure Pallet Accumulation conveyor.(New Technology)
February 1, 2005... Motor-controller Zero-Pressure Accumulator (MPZA) conveyor makes pallet accumulation simple and reliable by eliminating pneumatic clutches, zone-to-zone chains and PLC controls. Conveyor is standard equipped with the Allen-Bradley Bulleting...

Hand-held digital tachometer.(New Technology)
February 1, 2005... CDT-2000HD combination hand-held digital tachometer combines the best features of both contact and non-contact tachometers to accurately measure RPM, surface speed and length. A non-contact only version, the CDT-1000HD, is also available. Both...

Watertight digital panel meters.(New Technology)
February 1, 2005... Trident digital panel meters feature shallow-depth cases with water-tight NEMA 4X front panels and bright red 0.56" 4-digit LED displays that are easy to read. Suitable for applications requiring frequent wash-down, these UL/C-UL and CE listed...

Gravimetric feeder.(Feeders)
February 1, 2005... * Handles plastic pellets and regrind * Continuously meters raw materials * Provides high feeding accuracy of each ingredient ProRate[TM]/Gravimetric handles plastic pellets and regrind. Consisting of one to eight feeders and a...

Feeder handles cohesive materials.(Feeders)
February 1, 2005... * All stainless steel construction * Internal agitation * Feed rates to 330 cubic feet/hour MECHATRON[R] MS Con-Steel Feeder is designed specifically for applications where feeding cohesive materials is required. Feeder comes...

Vibratory feeders.(Feeders)
February 1, 2005... * Dust- and moisture-resistant drives * Simple AC controls * Standard models for the majority of applications Small vibratory feeders feature Hi-Vi magnetic drive circuits that provide a straightforward, yet powerful solution to...

Bulk Solids Pump feeder.(Feeders)
February 1, 2005... * New concept for feeding bulk materials * Gravimetric and volumetric versions available * Uses no screws/augers, belts or vibratory trays Bulk Solid Pump (BSP) feeders utilize positive displacement action to feed free flowing...

Air activated feeders.(Feeders)
February 1, 2005... * Provides up to 100:1 turndown ratio * Completely variable feed rates * Can fluidize and convey most fine, dry granulars Dyna-Slide[TM] high precision, air activated feeder with "Dribble Feed Control" will provide up to a 100:1...

Baseplates & guards for pump protection.(New Technology)
February 1, 2005... VBD baseplates and guards facilitate easy pump and motor installation for vertical belt drives in applications with limited space, while providing rugged protection in harsh industrial environments. Each baseplate/guard comes as a complete,...

Magnetic proximity switches.(New Technology)
February 1, 2005... Magnetic proximity switches are designed for high cycle' harsh environment automation applications. Company manufactures and stocks magnetic switches in more than a dozen distinct configurations. All weatherproof and easy to install, the...

Blending & conveying on one unit.(New Technology)
February 1, 2005... BlendVeyor combines blending and conveying in one vacuum-pressure unit suitable for powdered, granular or palletized abrasive, friable materials. Semi-dense phase units blend products from multiple sources and convey them to one or more...

Small Temperature Probe.(New Technology)
February 1, 2005... PM Series Mini Temperature Probe is constructed from 300 series stainless steel. Probe is suitable for applications requiring a small sensor with fast thermal response in a demanding environment. The tight tolerance of the housing OD provides...

Selecting the right pump for chemical applications.(Process Dynamics)(Cover Story)
February 1, 2005... The chemical industry places high demands on pumps which are vital to uninterrupted production and to the assurance of health and safety compliance that are simply not present in other industries. By their very nature, chemicals create a...

Tower analysis model helps determine the best packing.(Special Report)
February 1, 2005... Sulfuric acid towers are among the most important units in a sulfuric acid plant. Most of today's sulfuric acid towers are still running today with the same basic design parameters established 20 to 30 years ago, when the basis for mass...

Thermoplastic pressure gauges.(New Technology)
February 1, 2005... Industrial process thermoplastic pressure gauges monitor vacuum and positive system pressures to 15,000 PSI in the chemical and other industries. Featuring 4-1/2 and 6 inch dial sizes in lower-back mount and lower mount configurations, process...

Pneumatic actuators.(New Technology)
February 1, 2005... Two new options for Series 79 pneumatic actuators are now available: The Safety Spring and the Integral Travel Stop. The Safety Spring option, available for C79P through the G79P line of single acting pneumatic actuators, allows for the removal...

Melamine resin diaphragm pumps.(New Technology)
February 1, 2005... Diaphragm pumps for the production of melamine resins feature a heat jacket for the entire pump head cover and valve body to assure that the urea will remain liquid. Capable of handling up to 155[degrees]C and 220 bar to prevent solidification...

Manual & pneumatic stainless steel valves.(New Technology)
February 1, 2005... Low profile valves are high conductance units designed for high vacuum and ultra-high vacuum systems where pressures as low as 10-10 torr are experienced. Valves have stainless steel welded bellows with replaceable bellows assemblies. Valve...

Rack & pinion pneumatic actuator.(New Technology)
February 1, 2005... Series 92/93 rack & pinion double acting and spring return pneumatic actuator features two independently adjustable travel stop screws and a cam on the output shaft to permit precise bi-directional adjustment of actuator movement in both open...

Reactor internals in custom designs.(New Technologies)
February 1, 2005... Company custom designs and manufactures a full range of internals for reactor vessels. Internals like liquid distributors, quench trays, support grids, outlet collectors and inlet distributors are routinely manufactured in different alloys to...

Digital cellular interface communications link.(New Technology)
February 1, 2005... CP-2 utilizes expanding CDMA digital cellular network for modem communication to any Logic Beach data logging and alarming product. Data collection knows no physical boundaries. All data logging systems from this company offer optional...

Hazardous area status indicator.(New Technology)
February 1, 2005... UniStat USIX uses the latest light emitting diode technology and can produce up to four colors from a single light source: Amber, blue, green and red. Status indicator offers vibration resistance and 100,000 hours of service from the lights. A...

Mechanical conveyor handles cohesive powder.(New Technology)
February 1, 2005... Aero-Mechanical conveyor is claimed to be one of the best ways to convey cohesive powder with little or no degradation or equipment problems. Conveyor system works by fluidizing material in an air stream. Common materials include Titanium...

Pressure reducing valve.(New Technology)
February 1, 2005... DR20 is a compact, lightweight valve that is an excellent choice for use with any small to moderate steam requirement. Flow-up design provides excellent flow characteristics. A flat valve and plug arrangement promotes secondary pressure...

Simultest Kit for first responders.(New Technology)
February 1, 2005... HazMat Simultest Kit quickly identifies and quantifies a wide range of Toxic Industrial Chemicals (TICs) in less than five minutes using simultaneous test sets. Kit includes three test set kits for measuring 15 commonly found organic and...

Stainless steel sanitary manway.(New Technology)
February 1, 2005... Model TCI-01 manway is available in stainless steel or nickel alloys and designed for sanitary service. It is entirely autoclaveable. Unit is ideal for pharmaceutical and contamination sensitive processes. Manway has no crevices and is entirely...

Machine screw actuator.(New Technology)
February 1, 2005... This 3-ton capacity machine screw actuator has a standard 24.2 efficiency rating, can be driven at 2 HP maximum and is available with top plate, clevis end or threaded end mounts. Actuator can be driven either by a manual crank or via gear...

Bag/Pail Dump Station.(New Technology)
February 1, 2005... Series 2600 Bag/Pail Dump Station is available with or without self-contained dust collection fan and filter. Station is a convenient and efficient way to manually add small amounts of dry materials to the process from bags or pails. Dust...

Point level alarm panel.(New Technology)
February 1, 2005... Alarm panel is designed to monitor the level of multiple bins or tanks from one convenient location. Through a number of strategically placed level indicators, the operator can tell when a bin is full, partially full or empty. Panel indicates...

Wireless voice communication.
February 1, 2005... Outpost[TM] is an in gate communication, access and activation radio callbox with GateGuard[TM] option. Added security and convenience of wireless remote control will put an end to uninvited visitors, vandals and other potential security risks....

Male/female standoff.(New Technology)
February 1, 2005... Male/female standoff is offered with a 6-32 thread and has a board space of 3/8". Parts are molded in a natural Nylon 6/6 material with a UL94V2 rating. Company offers insulators, posts, spacers, transistor mounts and covers, as well as other...

Enhanced valve positioner.(New Technology)
February 1, 2005... Apollo[R] AE Series electric actuators are now available with a factory-installed 4-20 mA positioner that improves control in applications requiring flow throttling. Ideal for 1/4-turn valve and damper applications, the NEMA 4 and 4X positioner...

Heat exchangers.(New Technology)
February 1, 2005... Kenics[R] heat exchangers are equipped with streamlined elements and are designed to provide efficient performance. Thermal units offer maximum transfer rates even with highly viscous, difficult-to-process materials. Used in a wide range of...

Stainless steel gas springs.(New Technology)
February 1, 2005... Lift-O-Mat[R] INOX stainless steel gas springs are ideally suited for food processing and packaging applications. Springs are maintenance-free, easy to install and specifically designed for environments requiring total cleanliness. Gas springs...

Industrial mobile cabinets.(New Technology)
February 1, 2005... Mobile cabinets are mini-workstations on wheels and come in a variety of heights, widths and depths. Each cabinet comes complete with handles as well as two rigid and two swivel heavy duty ball bearing casters. Lista International Corp. ...

Sanitary continuous mixer.(New Technology)
February 1, 2005... Continuous mixer offers a one-piece paddle arrangement within a clamshell barrel for easy cleaning. Company's maintenance personnel should be able to disassemble and reassemble this mixer within 30 minutes. The all stainless steel mixer has a...

Powder Analysis Probe.(New Technology)
February 1, 2005... Optimized Powder Analysis Probe is designed for measuring powders during semi-turbulent flow drying processes. Powders and granulation processes can be monitored Near Infrared (NIR) for low levels of residual moisture, solvents and other...

Weighing terminal/software.(New Technology)
February 1, 2005... ID7sx is an intelligent, high precision intrinsically safe FM and ATEX approved force restoration weighing system. It is a sophisticated industrial weighing system complete with a suite of software to monitor record and control process data...

Reinforced silicone hose.(New Technology)
February 1, 2005... Color braid silicone hose is easy to identify. Incorporated into the hose is colored braid material that provides an easy-to-use tracer line and offers a quick way to differentiate between lines used for the transfer and processing of fluids,...

Reusable container.(New Technology)
February 1, 2005... ROPAK[TM] 4048 container features non-sequential folding sidewalls offering users more convenience as well as improved materials handling efficiency. When empty, containers collapse to a fraction of their height for compact storage and...

EPDM compounds for potable water.(New Technology)
February 1, 2005... Company has announced five EPDM compounds for potable water applications. These compounds are especially designed for rubber parts, such as seals and gaskets, which are used in pipes and other conveyors of water. Compounds were recently...

Level measurement CD-ROM.(New Technology)
February 1, 2005... Latest edition of company's product catalog on CD-ROM is now available. Electronic catalog is designed with the user in mind, offering product bid specifications and agency approval information. Product data sheets, drawings and instruction...