Chemical Equipment articles from January 2002

Chemical Equipment archives from January 2002

Toxic gas sensor: monitors ambient air. (Seen First In Chemical Equipment).
January 1, 2002... Model Series 200 sensors are designed to monitor ambient air for a specific toxic gas over a useful range of sensitivity. Features include intrinsically safe design; NEMA 4X weatherproof enclosure; 2-wire loop powered and up to 3-year expected...

Vacuum receiver: for fine powders and granules. (Seen First In Chemical Equipment).
January 1, 2002... This 30" diameter vacuum receiver is used for handling fine powders and granules in the chemical industry. It is rated for up to 12,000 lbs./hr. Filter housing has up to 240 sq. feet of filter area with continuous pulse filter cleaning. Vacuum...

Tank car mixer: cuts unloading time. (Seen First In Chemical Equipment).
January 1, 2002... Mixer can shave tank car unloading time by half and halt odor emissions. Powered by a 5-10 HP severe duty motor, draft-tube mixer draws material from the upper portions of tank and discharges it bi-directionally at bottom and remote accesses....

Pump drive: microprocessor-based. (Seen First In Chemical Equipment).
January 1, 2002... Model PS100 controller is a microprocessor-based, variable speed drive programmed specifically for centrifugal pumps. Drive is designed not only for single pump systems, but also has on board multi-pump logic for 2-4 pump systems. It provides...

Mixers & Homogenizers. (Editor's Spotlight).
January 1, 2002... Gear-drive portable mixers from Neptune Mixer Company provide dependable performance in a wide variety of mixing/blending applications. Further details are available on these mixers and many others in this month's Mixers & Homogenizers...

Valves. (Editor's Spotlight).
January 1, 2002... Plast-O-Matic Valve's Series BSD diaphragm valves have no metal or elastomer in contact with process liquid. Weighing as little as five ounces, these valves permit inlet pressure to 100 PSI and back pressure to 25 PSI. Further details are...

Pump brochure. (New Literature).
January 1, 2002... Positive displacement pumps are capable of pumping numerous streams including high solids as well as abrasive processes. Capacities range from 2-150 GPM and pressures to 150 PSI. Flowmotion Pumps Inc., 6747 Sierra Ct., Dublin, CA 94568....

Heat exchanger. (New Literature).
January 1, 2002... [TherMax.sup.2] heat exchanger features enhanced turbulence created by its spiral design. Unit features all welded stainless steel construction and a compact modular design. Process Technology, Box 660, Mentor, OH 44061. 440-946-9500;...

From the editor.
January 1, 2002... Please allow me to take this opportunity to wish all our readers a very happy and prosperous New Year. As we struggle to deal with the events of September 11 and our slow economy, it is my sincere hope the information found in the pages of...

Gravity diverter. (Focus on: corrosion resistant equipment).
January 1, 2002... CIP model gravity diverter allows quick access for inspection/cleaning/sanitation. New engineering ideas offer a tight, durable vane seal, clean flow area and a "love-loaded," wear compensating shaft seal for handling dry bulk material in...

Stainless steel actuator. (Focus on: corrosion resistant equipment).
January 1, 2002... Series 90/91 316 stainless steel pneumatic actuator is a rack and pinion, opposed-piston actuator with both double acting and spring return models. Five sizes of the actuator are offered with a range of output torque from 50-8675 lb.-ins, and a...

Dual-action drum pump. (Focus on: corrosion resistant equipment).
January 1, 2002... Ezi-action[TM] drum pump pumps on both the up and down stroke, making it very efficient. With only two moving parts, its zero-friction design provides effortless flow of thin or thick liquids up to 8800 cps. Recommended uses include acids,...

Stainless ball valve. (Focus on: corrosion resistant equipment).
January 1, 2002... DM9000 is a direct mount, low torque, 2-piece, stainless steel full-bore valve designed for economical automation. Valve features a machined mounting pad for direct coupling with pneumatic or electric actuators. It is designed with a metal...

Lined flow indicators. (Focus on: corrosion resistant equipment).
January 1, 2002... Designed to handle a wide variety of common corrosive chemicals, these visual flow indicators are offered in both Teflon[R] PFA and Tefzel[R] models. These flanged units provide clear viewing and dependable service even at high pressures and at...

Immersion RTD sensors. (Focus on: corrosion resistant equipment).
January 1, 2002... RTD temperature sensors are specifically designed for liquid or semi-solid applications. Protective housing is of 304 or 316-stainless steel, depending on process material. This design can be ideally suited for high-pressure applications...

Flexible screw: for conveying difficult materials.
January 1, 2002... Pro Screw[R] was developed to increase throughput of problematic materials that may be cohesive or otherwise difficult to convey. Beveled screw increases product contact encouraging forward movement of the product. Available in stainless steel,...

Digital pressure gage: 0.10% accuracy.
January 1, 2002... The 3900 Series MERIGAUGE[TM] digital pressure gage is available with 0.10% accurate pressure measurement as well as the standard 0.25%. New capabilities will be offered on all ranges and styles of this gage. Unit can be battery or externally...

Corrosion resistant: beverage tubing: taste- and odor-free.
January 1, 2002... Tygon[R] beverage tubing is specially formulated for transferring a wide variety of beverages, including soft drinks, fruit juices, flavored tees and bottled water. Light in weight and easy to handle, tubing can be put into service quickly. It...

Easy mount bracket: for speed switches.
January 1, 2002... EZ-100 facilitates fast mounting of sensors and speed switches in both new and retrofit installations including explosion-proof and waterproof applications. Bracket includes a heavy-duty, long-life sealed bearing, stainless steel shaft, painted...

Corrosion resistant: progressing cavity pumps: versatile, rugged.
January 1, 2002... Moyno[R] 500 progressing cavity pumps are positive displacement pumps that can handle a variety of applications from clean, clear liquids to abrasive and corrosive fluids. Over 70 models are available in a variety of construction materials with...

Corrosion resistant: peristaltic pumps: accurate, efficient.
January 1, 2002... MityFlex[R] pumps include features such as increased flow rates and easily removable head covers for fast change out of tubing. Interchangeable, multiple-roller pump heads also provide greater precision for sampling, metering and dosing. Pumps...

Corrosion resistant: process pipe & fittings: in PVDF.
January 1, 2002... Flo Thread[TM] and Flo Fuse[TM] pipe and fittings are designed for process applications and are molded from distinctive red PVDF resin. Products are available in schedule 80 thickness. Pipe and fittings are joined with a threaded design....

All-plastic sleeve valves. (Valves: product spotlight).
January 1, 2002... Series 40 all-plastic sleeve valves require no welding. Design uses bobbin core as sleeve, greatly simplifying its manufacture and providing a low cost, high quality, integral sleeve/bobbin injection molded part. Complete valves were designed...

Diaphragm valves.
January 1, 2002... Series BSD has no metal or elastomer in contact with process liquid. Weighing as little as five ounces, valves permit inlet pressures up to 100 PSI and back pressures to 25 PSI. Due to its compact size, this diaphragm valve is well suited for...

Safety relief valve. (Valves: product spotlight).
January 1, 2002... The 500 Series pressure relief valve is ASME Section VIII certified for steam, air/gas and liquid service with pressure settings to 900 PSIG at 800 [degrees] F. Safety relief valve provides overpressure protection and a wide range of options....

Diaphragm valves. (Valves: product spotlight).
January 1, 2002... Type 3232/3233 for manual control and Type 2030/2031 for automated process control valves are available in either plastic or stainless steel for flexibility in process design. Both series provide long service life, even with "dirty," corrosive...

Sanitary pinch valve. (Valves: product spotlight).
January 1, 2002... Free Flow[TM] pinch valve utilizes a STA-PURE[R] tubing element, a composite of platinum silicone and expanded Teflon[R] which provides 18X more flex-life over silicone, housed within a rugged 304 sst or titanium body. A suitable replacement...

Butterfly valve. (Valves: product spotlight).
January 1, 2002... Designed primarily for clean-water applications, C-504 butterfly valve is available with a variety of seat and disc designs and flange options. A resilient elastomer seat is long lasting and easy to replace. Streamlined disk profile provides...

Portable drum dumper: intrinsically safe.
January 1, 2002... Designed to discharge 55-gallon drums of sodium powder into a receiving pipe at 12" above floor level, unit features "Life & Seal System" which hydraulically seals drum to 304 stainless steel pour cone for dust-tight operation. Material...

Corrosion resistant: vibrating fluid bed processor: with expanded hood.
January 1, 2002... Vibrating fluid bed processor is designed to dry and cool very fine recycled fiberglass scrap. A small cooling zone is included at the discharge end to reduce condensation problems, dust and humidity. Features include 304 stainless steel...

Color video camera system: rated for ex, fixed or zoom.
January 1, 2002... Using either fixed or zoom lens cameras that are weatherproof and rated EX for hazardous locations, system provides 470-line (horizontal) resolution in either NTSC or PAL format. Key specs include a 1/4" CCD image scanner with 2.5 Lux light...

Clean-up Mitt: handles non-aggressive spills.
January 1, 2002... PIG[R] Mess-Up Mitt[TM] is designed for fast, easy clean up and disposal of small aqueous, oil and non-aggressive spills. Mitt is lined with a poly-film which when inverted acts as a disposal bag. Made of universal absorbent, bonded to a...

Microwave level measurement: for solids.
January 1, 2002... Vegaflex guarantees reliable and precise measuring results. Guided microwave measuring technology covers a wide field of application possibilities and is only subjected to far-extended physical limits. Microwave pulses are guided down a steel...

Corrosion resistant: silo unloader: eliminates material hang-ups.
January 1, 2002... Higher delivery rates provided by this silo unloader assist in the elimination of hang-up problems. Model 534H cone bottom unloader has a sweep auger rotating 360 [degrees] around the bin. This helps create mass flow and enhances a...

Corrosion resistant: inventory software: for silo levels.
January 1, 2002... i-LEVEL[TM] Inventory Manager Software may be used with Phase Tracker silo level monitoring systems to provide up to the minute, real time silo levels at a glance. Software provides easy Windows 95/98 and Windows NT interface to view numerical...

Baffled liners: maximize container efficiency.
January 1, 2002... MaxLiner[TM] formed liner for flexible intermediate bulk containers is a cube liner with added internal baffles, which provide benefits of a square container with the added protection of a barrier for FIBCs. Square shape of this liner produces...

Corrosion resistant: gauss meters: handheld.
January 1, 2002... HHG-20 and HHG-21 Hall-effect gauss meters allow measurements from 0-30 kG with basic accuracy of 1%. Key features include auto zero, peal hold, auto range and relative mode. All models allow user to select Gauss or Tesla readings. User prompts...

Heavy-duty mixers. (Mixers & homogenizers: product spotlight).
January 1, 2002... Round-Style and T-Style Mixers seamlessly get to the bottom of a container without introducing air into the mix. Round-Style Mixers have a specially designed mixing head with smooth teeth on bottom to churn up settled material. They are ideal...

Gear-drive mixers. (Mixers & homogenizers: product spotlight).
January 1, 2002... Gear-drive portable mixers provide dependable performance in a wide variety of mixing/blending applications. Mixers feature heavy helical gears for powerful mixing to 350 RPM. Clutchless construction ensures long life and slip-free operation....

Vacuum mixer homogenizer. (Mixers & homogenizers: product spotlight).
January 1, 2002... This 25-liter unit is a complete vacuum and homogenizing plant. System includes a self-contained vacuum system as well as a hot water heat transfer system. Independently controlled inner and outer counter-rotating agitators and a bottom...

High performance mixers. (Mixers & homogenizers: product spotlight).
January 1, 2002... PB mixers feature a pillow block bearing design, which reduces downtime and makes maintenance quick and easy. Other product features include: power range from 1/4400 HP; standard output speeds of 190-420 RPM; high efficiency Maxflo Mark II...

Mixing reactors. (Mixers & homogenizers: product spotlight).
January 1, 2002... Advantages of mixing/kneading reactors include single-step, continuous operation that produces homogenous, high quality product with or without solid recycling. Pasty and sticky intermediate phases are treated without problems. Residence times...

Reactor mixer. (Mixers & homogenizers: product spotlight).
January 1, 2002... Counter-rotating mixer is designed for chemical reaction mixing/processing, high viscosity mixing applications and general mixing applications. It features a concentric mechanical sealing system to ensure proper sealing of both inner and outer...

Solenoid valves: compact, rugged.
January 1, 2002... Features of these valves include 2- and 3-way functions and normally open or normally closed design. Pressure capacities range from 0-300 PSIG. Working temperature ranges up to 280 [degrees] F. Selector adjustment is available to control...

Technical hoses: FDA-accceptable.
January 1, 2002... MASTER-PUR polyester, polyurethane technical hoses are abrasion resistant. Hoses vary in wall thickness up to 2mm for super-heavy grade and are ideal for application in conveying food and pharmaceutical ingredients as well as finished products...

IC detector: for ion chromatography.
January 1, 2002... Model 732 IC Conductivity Detector is specifically designed for ion chromatography with or without chemical suppression. Detector can be used as a stand-alone instrument or together with the Metrohm Modular IC System. Detector block, with...

Dust bags: custom-designed.
January 1, 2002... Users of generic dust bags can experience such problems as bleed-through, blinding, dust release and backpressure. This manufacturer can "fine-tune" users dust control requirements with bag sizing, design and dust-specific fabrics and finishes....

Corrosion resistant: actuators: stainless steel.
January 1, 2002... Long life, low maintenance small actuators are manufactured from 316 sst. These units are intended for use in dairy, brewing, food, beverage, pharmaceutical and other process plants that demand actuators suitable for use in a sanitary or...

Switching amplifiers: two-channel design.
January 1, 2002... MK13.222ExO-R two-channel switching amplifiers are compact devices that incorporate a one NAMUR DIN 19234 sensor, or one dry contact, per input channel and provide one Single Pole/Single Throw relay per output channel. Designed for end-users...

Microwave solids analyzer: measures in seconds.
January 1, 2002... [micro] Wave microwave solids analyzer measures in seconds, not minutes and is ideally suited for adhesives, latexes, coatings and similar compounds. Analyzer provides quick and accurate test results with easy one button operation. Absorption...

Solid/liquid reactions: continuous.
January 1, 2002... Company designs and manufactures mixing and kneading reactors for mechanical and thermal processing of viscous, sticky and/or crust forming products. In a typical continuous solid/liquid reaction two or more solid or liquid components are...

Vortex flow meter: high accuracy.
January 1, 2002... Vortex flow meters offer accuracy of [+ or -] 0.5% of rate and turndown ratio of up to 80:1. A dual signal processing technology independently measures each vortex opening on either side of the bluff body and eliminates noise. This results in...

Vacuum lifting: secure, efficient.
January 1, 2002... VacuHoist[R] takes the strain out of lifting, stacking or positioning virtually any object. There are 17 models offered and enhanced by end effectors tailored to specific tasks. Whether the application is the handling of cases, sheets, rolls,...

Bag sealer: utilizes hot air.
January 1, 2002... Supersealer heat sealer utilizes hot air to continuously seal a wide range of bag materials at high speed, providing optimum seal quality with low maintenance. Sealer does not use Teflon[R] coated bands. No bands means less replacement cost and...

Air diaphragm pumps: high-pressure.
January 1, 2002... Pumps are designed to meet requirements of filter press feed applications. Features include discharge pressure at 305 PSIG with only 87 PSIG air inlet pressure; pre-set booster pressure without flow reduction; and 316 stainless steel or ductile...

Software package: eliminates hand written data.
January 1, 2002... PocketDataLog[TM] software package is a user friendly program that saves time and increases safety while eliminating inefficient and cumbersome task of hand writing data. Software turns a standard PocketPC into a sophisticated hand-held data...

Corrosion resistant: electronic counting scale: ideal for material handling.
January 1, 2002... Mid-Range Super II[TM] electronic counting scale offers high accuracy and internal resolution for counting and can be set as high as one part in 1,000,000. Ideal for materiel handling, inventory control and packaging applications, scale is...

On/off valve: piston-actuated.
January 1, 2002... Mark 75 wafer valve for on/off applications provides a lightweight alternative to traditional globe-style control valves. Sliding gate seat design allows controlled media to move straight through valve body rather than moving through "s-curve"...

Interactive configuration advisor: helps choose hardware & software.
January 1, 2002... DAQ Designer 2001 is an interactive configuration advisor which helps users choose appropriate hardware and software for a measuring system based on specific application needs. Users can choose from hundreds of products including data...

Silo unloader: solves hang-up problems.
January 1, 2002... Model 4300 Series is a cone bottom unloader with a sweep auger rotating 360 [degrees] around the bin. This helps create mass flow and enhances a first-in-first-out flow. Unloader handles virtually any hard to remove bulk material such as...

Vacuum dryers: handle sensitive materials.
January 1, 2002... VT-Druvatherm Dryers are available in stainless steel and other materials of construction. Dryers handle capacities from 80-8000 gallons and provide efficient, uniform mixing and drying of powders, granules, crystalline and other heat sensitive...

Corrosion resistant: communication & hearing protection: in a variety of styles.
January 1, 2002... Hellberg communication and hearing protection promotes better on-the-job communication and 100% wearing time. This wide range of headsets comes in a variety of styles, which protect workers' hearing without isolating. "React" protects against...

Orifice Gate: with press lock latch.
January 1, 2002... Quick Clean Orifice Gate[TM] is now manufactured with a press lock latch, which allows valve to be taken apart and reassembled quickly. Gate valve is ideal for applications requiring daily cleaning and for handling sticky materials and reactive...

Corrosion resistant: double planetary mixer: in broad range of sizes.
January 1, 2002... DPM is available in sizes from 1/2 pint to 750 gallons and can incorporate "HV" blade design. This blade configuration allows use of the mixer for materials having a viscosity of up to approximately 6 million centipoise, compared to...

Corrosion resistant: sludge level detector: for clarifiers and settling tanks.
January 1, 2002... SLUDGE GUN[R] quickly locates the sludge bed in clarifiers and settling tanks. A probe is lowered into the liquid and high intensity bursts of infrared light travel from an LED across the probe gap to a phototransistor. A solid-state circuit...

Emissions control flue gas laboratory: portable.
January 1, 2002... GreenLine Mk2 is a multi-measurement apparatus for analyzing flue gas in chemical processing or any situation in which emissions have to be monitored and controlled. Portable laboratory can be configured with up to six electrochemical cells for...

Load cell: easy to clean and install.
January 1, 2002... LD360s load cell is designed for in-process and bulk storage sanitary tanks and vessels. Utilizing semiconductor strain gage technology, load cell measures content weight of in-process and bulk storage vessels. When matched with a SVS 2000...

Large-diameter valves: for flow control, flood prevention.
January 1, 2002... Pinch valves, Tideflex[R] Check Valves, Redflex[R] Expansion joints, pressure sensors and knife gate valves are ideal for influent flow control, flood prevention, raw-water intake and more. All are available in large-diameter designs. Picture...

Solid state relay: handles loads to 50 amps.
January 1, 2002... Solid state relay assemblies are rated for 50-amp loads and designed for applications with a maximum 40 [degrees] C ambient temperature. Acceptable load currents range from 0.04-50 amps AC. Transient over voltage protection is provided for up...

Compact keyboards: less than half usual size.
January 1, 2002... Users can regain desk space with OIX compact computer keyboards, which are designed to save 60% of the space, required by standard 101 or 102-key keyboards. These compact keyboards have no loss of functionality and are also available in tough...

Vials: now available with bar coding.
January 1, 2002... CryoTube vials are now available with bar codes either printed directly on the vial, or on solvent-resistant levels that are pre-attached. Bar-coding prepares vials for use in automated readers, saves storage and retrieval time when a large...

Flange: for pipe tie-ins.
January 1, 2002... PLIDCO[R]+Flange is a fitting designed for making tie-in connections on prefabricated expansion and rework projects. Flange is particularly valuable for making tie-in connections in process lines. It is easy to install, even in hard-to-reach...

Extruder Kneader/Mixer: handles difficult products.
January 1, 2002... Extruder Kneader/Mixer is designed to mix, disperse and extrude difficult to handle products such as hot melts, butyl sealants and caulks. Progressive pitch screw enables unit to produce high discharge pressure. Unit has a working capacity of...

Drum inverter: makes drum handling easy.
January 1, 2002... TD-850 Drumverter[R] features modular design and allows operators to easily and smoothly mix drum contents, pour or dump them and control forward and reverse motion in actual transport process. Inverter can be ordered fully counter-balanced or...

Pump motors: expanded range.
January 1, 2002... More than 50 new ratings of JP and JM pump motors are now ,available as stock items. All are suitable for use with close-coupled pumps where impeller is mounted directly on motor shaft. JP models, all in open drip-proof enclosures are available...

Corrosion resistant: slip resistant flooring: manufactured with laser process.
January 1, 2002... Algrip 2000[TM] is a stainless steel slip-resistant floor plate that is ideal for walkways of all types, stair treads, ladder rungs and wherever there is a risk of accident or injury due to slippery flooring. Ross Technology Corp., Box 646,...

Corrosion resistant: strainer connector: speeds steam trap replacement.
January 1, 2002... QuickTrap[TM] stainless steel strainer connector enables steam trap replacement in minutes without disturbing piping. It can be installed in pipework at any angle orientation. This combination of quick replacement and inline repairable traps...

Corrosion resistant: cylinder cart: for acetylene and oxygen cylinders.
January 1, 2002... Ultra-Cylinder Cart provides safe and convenient handling of acetylene and oxygen cylinders. Polyethylene plastic cart will not scratch or mar cylinders reducing maintenance costs. Molded cart has convenient features such as a large tool tray,...

Pressure calibration standard: portable.
January 1, 2002... Compact UPC5100 includes a self-contained nitrogen cylinder, rechargeable battery and all controls, hoses and connections required for rapid on-site calibration. Durable construction maintains a weight of less than 30 lbs. for portability. Each...

Processing plant equipment. (Technology Showcase).
January 1, 2002... Full color catalog offers a vast array of industrial plant equipment including level gages, sight flow indicators, flow monitors and accessories for boilers, heaters, tanks and other vessels. Eugene Ernst Products Co., 116 Main St.,...

Mixer brochure. (Technology Showcase).
January 1, 2002... Double Helix Positive Mixers feature dual, intermeshed stirrers that are capable of mixing high-viscosity materials faster. This design stirs, kneads, disperses and mixes. Helical blades create a positive folding action that results in fast,...

Lock-out/tag-out system. (Technology Showcase).
January 1, 2002... Chainwheel Lock-out/Tag-out system secures chainwheels against unauthorized use whenever product processing or downtime requires valve not be operated. Plant operators will no longer be concerned about chainwheel operated valves being...

Diaphragm valves. (Technology Showcase).
January 1, 2002... Series BSD pneumatically operated Teflon[R] diaphragm valves with spigot connections are designed for high purity applications. Valves permit inlet pressures up to 100 PSI and backpressure to 25 PSI. Sizes range from 1/42". Plast-O-Matic Valves...

Discharge system. (Technology Showcase).
January 1, 2002... HED Discharge System eliminates mechanical screws used on earlier models to raise and lower mix can to the platen. Entire system is now driven by a single, remotely positioned hydraulic power-pack. Sizes range from 10-200 gallons. Charles Ross...