Chemical Equipment articles from July 2002

Chemical Equipment archives from July 2002

Safety shield: "see through". (Seen First In Chemical Equipment).
July 1, 2002... PPL Spra-Gard[R] safety shield enhances safety in the plant environment by providing a clear view of pipe joints, allowing early leak detection by personnel and thereby preventing dangerous sprayouts of hazardous chemicals. It combines the...

Flow transmitter: provides automatic scaling. (Seen First In Chemical Equipment).
July 1, 2002... SI1004 flow transmitter is designed for most liquid and gas applications. Compact sensor provides automatic scaling which, with the push of a button, adjusts unit's 4-20 mA output to low and high flow values in an application. Flow sensor...

Industrial hardware platform: for gravimetric feeders. (Seen First In Chemical Equipment).
July 1, 2002... Industrial hardware platform powers the DG-2000 Group Manager software for gravimetric feeding systems. CP-2 Industrial Processor features a larger, brighter touch screen, "Thumb Drive" data storage and a smaller, more space efficient...

Pellet Screener: handles off-size material. (Seen First In Chemical Equipment).
July 1, 2002... Plastic Pellet Screener is designed for compounders needing accurate removal of off-size material. Screener utilizes a horizontal, gyratory/reciprocating motion and a "Dual Velocity" drive with a positive displacement stroke to achieve...

From the editor.
July 1, 2002... July's Chemical Equipment Magazine features Air, Gas & Liquid Handling Equipment throughout the issue along with Spotlights on Coatings & Linings, Flow Meters and Blowers. An indication that the nation's economy is showing signs of...

Quiet, efficient blowers. (Focus On Air, Gas & Liquid Handling).
July 1, 2002... Omega blowers are designed for continuous service and built to ensure reliability, long life and efficient performance. Blowers are available in gear diameters from 2-1/2" to 8" with flows from 30-4400 ICFM at pressures to 15 PSIG and vacuums...

Sealless pumps. (Focus On Air, Gas & Liquid Handling).
July 1, 2002... MagMax[TM] compact, sealless, magnetic drive pumps are well suited for chemical and hydrocarbon processing industries. Pumps are capable of flow rates to 440 GPM and heads to 320 feet. Torque ring design extends pumping temperature ranges to...

Air velocity meter. (Focus On Air, Gas & Liquid Handling).
July 1, 2002... AS-201 air velocity probe is designed for commercial airspeed and volume flow measurement applications such as fumehood face velocity testing and indoor air quality surveys, among others. A thermal sensor is mounted on a 34" extended...

Steam trap. (Focus On Air, Gas & Liquid Handling).
July 1, 2002... Model TD-300 steam trap provides capacities up to 2100 lbs/hr. It is a thermodynamic disc steam trap manufactured of ASTMA743 stainless steel body with ASTM420 stainless steel cap and disc. Designed with removable integral 304 stainless steel...

Low-cost pressure transmitter. (Focus On Air, Gas & Liquid Handling).
July 1, 2002... PSI-4/20 2-wire pressure transmitter is compatible with most fluids and gases as a result of its stainless steel wetted surfaces. Small size also makes it ideal for use where space is a concern. CE listed transmitter offers highly accurate...

Flow Meter/Switch. (Flow Meters).
July 1, 2002... Model DS01 Flow Meter/Switch operates through the use of a spring loaded float mechanism. Placed inside a cylindrical measuring glass, float is moved by flowing media. Relative rate of flow is indicated by etched marking on site glass and...

Flow meters. (Flow Meters).
July 1, 2002... Variable-area flow meters are suited for fluids such as corrosive liquids, seawater, deionized water, acids, caustics and other fluids used in industrial chemical processes. Flow meters utilize plastic bodies, a wide variety of metal internals...

Industrial turbine flow meters. (Flow Meters).
July 1, 2002... The 81 Series industrial turbine flow meters produce a high-resolution pulse rate output signal proportional to fluid velocity and hence, to volumetric flow rate. Alternately, 82 Series flow meters permit accurate, dependable flow measurement...

Fume hood fans: for roof or outside installation. (New Products).
July 1, 2002... Fume hood fans are AMCA certified for air performance and are designed for roof or outside installation for any laboratory using fume hoods. Fans are complete assemblies with cast iron housings as standard construction. They are suitable for...

Centrifugal fans: 100% corrosion-resistant. (New Products).
July 1, 2002... A wide selection of corrosion-resistant centrifugal fans is available to handle difficult applications. Standard materials of construction are fiberglass reinforced plastic (FRP), polyvinyl chloride (PVC), polypropylene (PP) and Duallast[TM]...

Blowers. (Product Spotlight).
July 1, 2002... MINIJAMMER[R] compact brushless, DC blowers incorporate programmable digital processors and pressure-sensing devices. Blowers can be used in either vacuum or pressure applications and are suitable for air sampling and other industrial uses....

Heavy-duty blowers. (Blowers).
July 1, 2002... Group PD Plus[R] heavy-duty rotary positive displacement blowers range from 3.25-12" gear diameter and 2.5-48" rotor length. They are designed to provide quality, dependability and excellent performance. Blowers are available in a variety of...

Positive displacement blowers. (Blowers).
July 1, 2002... Air power units feature positive displacement blowers and offer heavy-duty construction and quiet operation for both positive and negative pneumatic conveying applications. Blowers are rated to 15 PSIG and sizes to cover air requirements of 3",...

Flexicon world headquarters completed. (New Facilities).
July 1, 2002... Flexicon Corporation has relocated into its new 90,000 sq. ft. manufacturing facility and world headquarters in Bethlehem, PA. "The facility was purpose-built for efficient flow or work-in-process," says David Gill, President, "with raw...

Dual diaphragm pump: quiet operation. (New Products).
July 1, 2002... VC0201B dual diaphragm pump has a noise level as low as 35dB(A). This UL approved pump was built to meet and exceed strict noise requirements. It is capable of achieving 190 mmHg, 40 LPM and 3.4 PSI and is ideal for pressure and vacuum...

Butterfly valves: for heat transfer applications. (New Products).
July 1, 2002... Intelli-Seal[TM] butterfly valves have restored the reliability of a process at a chemical processing facility in the southeast that annually makes millions of pounds of feed stock for the manufacture of adhesives. The four 4" valves control...

Gas Mass Flow Meter: unaffected by line pressure variations. (New Products).
July 1, 2002... Series GFM Gas Mass Flow Meter measures mass flow and is undaunted by fluctuations in line pressures and temperatures providing an accuracy of [+ or -] 1.5% FS. Meter operates with clean gases, which are compatible with the 316 sst wetted...

Conveyors/bulk handling equipment: on CD. (New Products).
July 1, 2002... CD presents information on company along with its broad line-up or conveyors and material handling equipment. Featured equipment includes Helix[TM] flexible screw, tubular drag and pneumatic conveyors along with bulk bag un-loaders and fillers,...

Floor coatings. (Coatings & Linings).
July 1, 2002... Floor Savers[TM] coatings are high-performance non-VOC formulations for protecting plant floors, walkways, ramps, platforms and walls against harsh chemicals, solvents, hydrocarbons, acids and alkalis. They can be applied by plant maintenance...

Acrylic enamel aerosol. (Coatings & Linings).
July 1, 2002... Krylon[R] Industrial Rust Tough[R] provides complete coverage with just one coat, making it ideal for small touch-up jobs, painting irregular shapes or covering hard-to-reach areas. This direct-to-metal aerosol paint requires only one coat when...

Teflon[R] drum liner. (Coatings & Linings).
July 1, 2002... Heavy-duty Teflon[R] liner can be used in industrial applications without fear of stress cracking due to severe operating conditions. Sturdy liner offers a leak tight design and can be easily cleaned. Liner is 100% Teflon (PTFE) laminate and is...

Denios Inc.: enclosures for process chemicals. (Corporate Profiles 2002).
July 1, 2002... Tightly controlled manufacturing and processing parameters common to today's higher technology operations demand that chemicals used in these operations be applied in a narrow range of temperature or viscosity. Likewise, many chemicals used in...

Metering pumps. (Technology Showcase).
July 1, 2002... QG metering pumps are used in general purpose, moderate pressure applications. They incorporate valveless designs and are available in 6, 20, 50, 150 and 400 RPM versions achieving flow rates from 0-288 ml/min at pressures to 100 PSIG. Fluid...

Cage mill. (Technology Showcase).
July 1, 2002... Model Y cage mill grinder-blender is a selective crushing, controlled-impact, multi-cage mill designed for sizing minerals and agglomerates, whole grains, chemicals, ores and thousands of other materials. Stedman Machine Co., Box 299, Aurora,...

Processing plant equipment. (Technology Showcase).
July 1, 2002... Full color catalog offers an array of flow monitoring equipment including level gages, sight flow indicators, flow monitors and accessories for boilers, heaters, tanks and other vessels. Ernst Flow Industries, 116 Main St., Farmingdale, NJ...

Bulk material handling equipment. (Technology Showcase).
July 1, 2002... Website details flexible screw conveyors, bulk bag fillers/dischargers, weigh batching/blending systems, bag/drum dumping stations, volumetric feeders and automated systems for plant-wide handling/processing of pellets to sub-micron powders...

Blower catalog. (Technology Showcase).
July 1, 2002... Full line catalog contains photos, descriptions and charts for company's rotary positive displacement blowers. These include Dominator[TM] and other standard models, custom blower packages and vacuum boosters. Tuthill Pneumatics Group, Box...

Lock-out/Tag-out system. (Technology Showcase).
July 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...

Radar level gages. (Technology Showcase).
July 1, 2002... Sanitary process industry can achieve continuous, non-contact level measurement in inventory and storage applications with the Micropilot line of radar level gages. Endress+Hauser, 2350 Endress Place, Greenwood, IN 46143. 800-428-4344 ...

Dispersing grinders. (Technology Showcase).
July 1, 2002... Dicon in-line dispersing grinders are durable, versatile, effective mixing machines that combine grinding, dispersing, shearing and emulsifying capabilities with pumping operations. Arde Barinco Inc., 500 Walnut St., Norwood, NJ 07648....

Sight flow indicator. (Technology Showcase).
July 1, 2002... FLO-VU 360L sight flow indicator is a full-view flow indicator with an operating temperature range from -20[degrees]F to 350[degrees]F. Each unit is subjected to a 225 PSIG hydrostatic pressure test and a 150 PSIG helium bubble test before...

Corrosion protection. (Technology Showcase).
July 1, 2002... Company specializes in corrosion protection. Range of expertise includes polymer linings, coatings, floorings, graphite process equipment and pumps, dual laminate FRP and high performance rubber linings. SGL Carbon Group, 21945 Drake Road,...

Bulk bag filler. (Technology Showcase).
July 1, 2002... Bulk bag filler features twin-centerpost frame that maximizes and improves accessibility to bag hooks. It is available with primary bag filling components for low cost, low volume filling and with numerous performance enhancements. Flexicon...

Chemical pump. (Technology Showcase).
July 1, 2002... Sealless design of the Eccentric Disc C-Series pump provides for constant self-adjustment during operation. This insures a consistent flow rate and volumetric accuracy in variable pressure situations. Pump is rated for 176[degrees]F and flow...

Analog display flow meters. (Technology Showcase).
July 1, 2002... FL-W7100 series uses two basic variable area flow meter designs: low flow models to one GPM have a plug and orifice configuration, while meters with capacities greater than one GPM utilize a float and tapered tube design. Omega Engineering, Box...

Dry screw pump. (Technology Showcase).
July 1, 2002... Cobra single stage, direct driven dry screw pump is designed specifically for the chemical industry. Pump provides vacuum down to 5x[10.sup.-2] torr and displacements to 495 CFM. Advantages include oil-free operation and simple design, among...

Dealing with aggressive fluids. (Technology Showcase).
July 1, 2002... Well-documented technical article responds directly to the question "can plastics handle aggressive fluid pumping needs?" Article provides basic information to help engineers and plant managers make informed decisions on new or retrofit...

Safety relief valve. (Technology Showcase).
July 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....

Pressure controls. (Technology Showcase).
July 1, 2002... This 16-page brochure entitled "A World Of Pressure Controls," offers standard and custom pressure regulators, valves and electropneumatic controllers for gas or liquid control from sub-atmospheric to 20,000 PSIG. Tescom Corp., 12616 Industrial...

Coatings & linings. (Technology Showcase).
July 1, 2002... Plasite engineers coatings and lining systems are designed for specific needs. Tank linings or engineered secondary containment linings are among the products and services available. Stonhard, 1 Park Ave., Maple Shade, NJ 08052. 800-257-7953...

Abrasion resistant linings. (Technology Showcase).
July 1, 2002... Brochure describes ALRESIST[R] high-density alumina ceramic tiles and cylinders for abrasion and impact protection. Rated nine on the Mohs scale, linings provide effective, economical protection in thickness as low as 1 mm. Abresist Corp., Box...

Dry screw pump. (Technology Showcase).
July 1, 2002... Twister dry screw pump eliminates need for oil in pumping chamber. There is no process contamination and users avoid expensive waste disposal costs and environmental problems. Rietschle, 7222 Parkway Drive, Hanover, MD 21076. 410-712-4100 ...

Planetary mixer: HV mixing blades. (New Products).
July 1, 2002... DPM mixer incorporates HV blade design allowing it to handle materials with a viscosity of 6 million centipoise, compared to 1.5 million centipoise for older models. Charles Ross & Son, Box 12308, Hauppauge, NY 11788. 631-234-0500 Write In...

Butterfly valves: 2-48" sizes. (New Products).
July 1, 2002... The 125WB/LB butterfly valves are ideal for process and industrial applications requiring positive shut-off of liquids, gases and slurries. They are rated 150 PSIG and incorporate wafer lug design. Leslie Controls Inc., 12501 Telecom Drive,...

Turbine flow meter: low-cost. (New Products).
July 1, 2002... LO-CO Series is an inexpensive turbine flow meter for liquid service. Meter is constructed of 316 stainless steel. This model is available in nine overlapping sizes from 1/4-2". Product performance specifications provide for [+ or -] 1%...

Basket strainer: all-plastic. (New Products).
July 1, 2002... Strainer contains no metal so there is nothing to corrode or to leach out and contaminate sensitive fluids. Sizes range from 1/2" through 8". Walls are rated to 150 PSI at 70[degrees]E Hayward Industrial Products, 900 Fairmount Ave., Elizabeth,...

Mass flow controllers: accurate and repeatable. (New Products).
July 1, 2002... FMA-6000 series analytical/industrial high-performance mass flow controllers provide high accuracy, repeatability, linearity and fast response. Controllers can be used over a wide range of flows and gases with a 2-year warranty. Omega...

Radial diaphragm valves: point-of-use design. (New Products).
July 1, 2002... Point-of-use radial diaphragm valves feature a large, flow-through header and a small drop-down isolation valve. These multiport, tee configurations are ideal for point-of-use drops; and sampling, draining, diverting; and controlling process...

Plunger Pumps. (Technology Showcase).
July 1, 2002... Model 5CP Plunger Pump offers high performance in a compact, lightweight frame. The 5CP6221 delivers 6 GPM up to 2000 PSI. It features a 316 SSL corrosion-resistant split-manifold for easy servicing. Pumps also feature maintenance-free...

Ball valve. (Technology Showcase).
July 1, 2002... V-Ball 2-way control valve solves valve application problems in the pharmaceutical industry. Valve's features include high-pressure drop capacity with straight-through flow, precision control and bubble-tight shut-off. PBM Inc., 1070 Sandy Hill...

Progressive cavity pumps. (Technology Showcase).
July 1, 2002... BCS progressive cavity pumps feature molded-to-size stators, so neither gaskets nor O-rings are needed. Mechanical seal is still directly in the suction line fluid flow to ensure full CIP. Seepex Inc., 511 Speedway Drive, Enon, OH 45323....

Centrifugal pumps. (Technology Showcase).
July 1, 2002... Catalog features over 140 seal-less, magnetic drive centrifugal pumps for chemical, OEM, industrial, hydronic and solar applications. Pumps are efficient and reliable and provide long-lasting performance with no leaking and very low...

Piston pumps. (Technology Showcase).
July 1, 2002... Air powered piston pumps are designed to provide a clean, efficient and economical method of pumping viscous pastes, resins, grease, paints and creams from open top drums. Pumps will handle high viscosity pastes and creams up to...

Tanks website. (Technology Showcase).
July 1, 2002... Company's plastic tanks and water tanks provide a responsible solution to difficult chemical storage, handling and processing problems. Fast, economical shipping from 12 factories across the continental US and Hawaii is available. More details...

Canned motor pumps. (Technology Showcase).
July 1, 2002... Color applications and specifications brochure covers company's series of canned motor pumps. Brochure will be of particular interest to facilities dealing with noxious, hazardous or expensive fluids. Sundyne Corp., 14845 W. 64th Ave., Arvada,...

Tank cleaner. (Technology Showcase).
July 1, 2002... Automated tank washing offers many benefits: safety, cost savings and lower maintenance. "A Guide To Safe And Effective Tank Cleaning" makes selection process simple to get the best results. Users can clean any tank better, faster and easier....

Mixing/kneading reactors. (Technology Showcase).
July 1, 2002... Company designs and manufactures mixing and kneading reactors for mechanical and thermal processing of viscous, sticky and/or crust forming products. Pasty and sticky intermediate phases are treated without problems. List Inc., 42 Nagog Park,...

Flow switches: for gas/liquid service. (New Products).
July 1, 2002... Rheotherm flow switches offer high performance in low flow switch protection in all types of gas and liquid service. With low installation and maintenance costs, they are a very cost effective alternative to mechanical switches. These probe...

Dry screw vacuum pump: chemical duty. (New Products).
July 1, 2002... Cobra single stage, direct drive dry screw vacuum pump is designed for chemical processing and other applications where no contamination from vacuum source is permitted. Pump provides vacuum down to 5x[10.sup.-2] torr and displacements to 495...

Turboemulsifier: 10-liter. (New Products).
July 1, 2002... TE-10 includes a counter-rotating turbine agitator with a high-speed rotor-stator, positioned near the bottom of the vessel's center. Anchor scrapers provide continuous movement to viscous materials. Charles Ross & Son, Box 12308, Hauppauge, NY...

Hydrogen gas generator: for laboratory applications. (New Products).
July 1, 2002... H2-500 Series hydrogen gas generator can eliminate dangerous gas cylinders from the laboratory. Generator is designed to produce flows from 90 to as much as 1200 cc/min of ultra-pure hydrogen (99.99999%) gas safely and conveniently at regulated...