Chemical Equipment articles from May 2004

Chemical Equipment archives from May 2004

Control panels: custom designed.
May 1, 2004... Control panels are custom designed for systems that are used in petrochemical plants, pharmaceutical manufacturing, plastics and more. Customized panels are engineered according to customer usage and can meet demanding specifications. Company's...

EtherNet/IP Gateway: interfaces a wide range of devices.
May 1, 2004... FieldServer EtherNet/IP Gateway enables users to interface to EtherNet/IP devices from a wide range of devices found in process control industries. Some examples of interfaces possible with this gateway are DF1, DH+, DNP, ControlNet, SNMP,...

Divert valves: for metal detection systems.
May 1, 2004... Valves are ideal for metal detection systems as a tank outlet and for use on inline applications. Nominal full-flow port design and totally encapsulated seals create an unobstructed product flow in a valve that meets 3A standards and is USDA...

Smart measurement add-ons.(Editor's Choice)
May 1, 2004... An expanded line of low-cost Saver products, featuring the PressureSaver line, is designed as a solution for applications where performance is a concern, but tight budget parameters are a requisite. Features include total accuracy of 0.07%;...

Rising Stem Valve Operator.(Flow Control Systems & Equipment)
May 1, 2004... Lightweight, portability and versatility make the Rising Stem Valve Operator (RS-II) an ideal candidate for applications in the chemical, wastewater, petroleum and other industries. This multifunctional hand held machine will operate all rising...

Rotary hand valves.(Flow Control Systems & Equipment)
May 1, 2004... Company offers a range of rotary hand valves that are ideal for use in heavy industrial applications. Manufactured from die cast aluminum the rotary hand valves are proven to be very durable in applications that feature harsh operating...

Slide Gate Monitor.(Flow Control Systems & Equipment)
May 1, 2004... SG1000A Slide Gate Monitor is a complete slide gate or valve position monitoring system housed in a compact and rugged explosion-proof enclosure. It is ideal for any bulk material handling application. It provides independent and accurate...

Container dumper.(Flow Control Systems & Equipment)
May 1, 2004... Hydraulic Lift & Seal[TM] Container Dumper accepts a container of free-flowing cereal product loaded at floor level with a pallet jack, seals the top rim of the container against a stainless steel pour hood with a hydraulic "Lift & Seal"...

Chlorine shutoff system.(Flow Control Systems & Equipment)
May 1, 2004... Hexacon control system closes Chlorine and S[O.sub.2] cylinder and ton container valves in less than one second when activated by leak detectors, earthquake sensors and local or remote "panic buttons." Controller is a battery operated computer...

Predictive maintenance sensor: monitors air consumption.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... Metris continuously monitors compressed air systems to identify leakage areas and to improve energy efficiencies. Compressed air system leaks are typically found at pipe joints, couplings and connections. Metris sensor can be mounted in a...

Flow meter: low-cost.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... Lo-Co Series is an inexpensive turbine flow meter for liquid service. Meter provides the user with an economical instrument and is perfect for OEM manufacturers who need a low cost flow meter incorporated into equipment, industrial plants for...

Concentric blender: with conical-shaped agitator.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... Blender incorporates a conical-shaped agitator design combining helical ribbon and screw designs. Agitator is mounted vertically and rotates at close clearance to the conical vessel walls. The agitator moves materials being mixed in axial and...

Cryogenic filters: high resolution/low pressure drop.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... Cryogenic filters feature high resolution with low-pressure drop and permit faster transfer with less flash losses. Filters feature all stainless steel construction with a sintered stainless steel fiber media to provide a durable, cleanable and...

Latex rubber tubing: flexible and smooth.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... Flexible NEWTEX latex tubing is ideal for food, instrumentation and other applications. Manufactured from pure, liquid latex rubber and available in its natural, translucent-amber color, tubing features excellent memory, even after repeated...

Fuel gas heaters: preheat natural gas.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... Fuel gas heaters can be used to preheat natural gas to keep the gas above the dewpoint before combustion. Heaters are skid mounted and prewired for ease of installation. Each configuration is available in Class 1, for Div. 1 and 2 locations....

Custom controls take chemical equipment to the next level.(Feature Article)
May 1, 2004... Chemical equipment design engineers are rethinking control components as they struggle with functionality demands along with material and manufacturing costs, whether their products are new to the marketplace or redesigns of existing equipment....

Distributed measurement system: monitors chemicals and gases.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... CS/DS50 distributed measurement system provides wireless monitoring for chemicals and gases. A Windows[TM]-based software package provides for landline or SDM cellular modem communications with internal antenna. A local serial port is available...

Condensate recovery system: for high temperature media.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... GP14 PowerTrap condensate recovery system is designed for pumping high-temperature condensate for vented receivers, sumps and other important pump applications. It provides excellent, high-pressure, high-temperature condensate pumping services...

Deep pleat bag filter: extends filter life.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... The 600 Deep Pleat series is a high capacity, multimedia filter bag that provides 99% removal efficiency. Filter bag handles particulates in the size range of 0.9-38 microns. Pleating several different filter media together in a single pleat...

Point of use dryer: for compressed air.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... MVP-HD Air Dryer is designed for continuous operation. It is modular, scalable to fit any need and easily expanded for future capacity needs. It is based on patented technology using a molecular sieve in a desiccant cartridge. Each cartridge...

Motion-monitoring product: for mixers.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... BEMF unit ensures that motor-driven equipment up to 600V with a variable run-down time, typically mixers, hammer mills and pellet mills, has completely stopped before access is possible. When the unit detects zero EMF, and thereby established...

Stone mill: provides high output.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... A recent conversion from mechanical drive to inverter drive takes stone mill technology to a high-speed level with the 2850 Si Series Stone Mill. Using a 50-HP motor and inverter drive, the mill operates at variable speeds up to 5400 RPM...

Static injection mixer.(Mixing & Blending)
May 1, 2004... Static injection mixer is a fixed plate that installs easily in-line and into which one or more fluids are injected and rapidly mixed by a combination of alternate vortex shedding and intense shear zone turbulence. Accommodating flow rates...

Blending system.(Mixing & Blending)
May 1, 2004... Master Plant[TM] is a complete processing system including vessel, piping, valves, controls and two mixers. It is designed to emulsify, homogenize or blend virtually any materials. System's spiral agitator and mixing unit are both capable of...

Pneumatic blender.(Mixing & Blending)
May 1, 2004... Pneumatic (air) blending is one the quickest, cleanest and most efficient methods of achieving homogeneous batches of powdered, granular and/or abrasive materials. Unlike conventional blenders, pneumatic blending puts the user in control,...

Static mixer.(Mixing & Blending)
May 1, 2004... Kenics[R] KMX Static Mixer is designed for applications involving fluids with extreme viscosity or volume ratios. With internal elements that feature concave blade construction, the mixer creates strong cross-stream mixing and flow splitting to...

In-line mixers.(Mixing & Blending)
May 1, 2004... Prop mixers, colloid mills, rotor-stator in-line mixers, continues blending systems and Sonolator [TM] Systems are offered to meet a range of mixing and homogenizing needs. Sonolator[TM] systems offer continuous, in-line processing of difficult...

Digital pressure gauge: highly accurate.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... The 3900 Series MERIGAUGE[TM] digital pressure gauge offers 0.10% accurate pressure measurement as well as the standard 0.25%. New capabilities will be offered on all ranges and styles of the MERIGAUGE. The unit can be battery or externally...

Industrial lubricant: food and beverage and more.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... Molykote[R] is designed to solve or prevent virtually any plant lubrication problem. Products include a complete line of multi-purpose oils; synthetic and/or ultra-high-purity mineral-oil fluids for hydraulic systems, compressors, vacuum pumps,...

Toll screening facility: for solving tough problems.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... Mamaroneck, NY facility allows users to run materials for a charge. This makes available the vast experience of the lab for users to find solutions to fine and difficult screening problems and is applied to toll runs. A 24" diameter tumbler...

Spirally cut tubing: supplied in precut lengths.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... Heli-Tube[R] spirally cut tubing is an expandable plastic cable harness and abrasion protector that can be supplied in precut lengths, in handy payout boxes, on spools with standard or custom labels, and can include palletizing, stretch...

Thermometers: measure temperature accurately.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... TFX series thermometers offer a span of temperature ranges from -58 to 932[degrees]F at a total-unit accuracy for instrument and robe combined of 0.5[degrees]F or 0.3[degrees]C throughout the range. Thermometers take precise temperature...

Ball valves: handle a range of applications.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... Ball valves are designed for a range of applications handling water, air, food products, gases, petroleum products or aggressive chemicals. These valves are made in sizes from 3/8" to 6" and are available with pneumatic actuators, electric...

Batch disperser: high-shear.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... POLYTRON[R] PT-D 36-60 dispersing/homogenizing system is dimensioned for volumes of 4-20 gallons. The drive system consists of a 3-phase motor with belt drive. Ex-proof motors can be mounted. Drive can be used continuously at speeds of up to...

LED illuminator: for water gage glass.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... Simpliport[R] LED Illuminator is designed for company's bi-color water gage glass that produces intense, highly visible light and improves safety for plant personnel by eliminating the burning hazard associated with traditional illuminators....

Analyzer: for hydrogen sulfide.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... Model 4400 in-stream hydrogen sulfide analyzer is used to continuously verify the hydrogen sulfide content of a natural gas stream. Analyzer helps operators keep [H.sub.2]S levels in natural gas collection lines at acceptable levels to help...

Spot heater: for clean, non-contact heat.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... SpotIR[R] infrared heaters are designed for use on any application that requires clean, non-contact heat on a small target or object. These include applications involving heat staking, heating thermoplastic composites, localized weld stress...

Parallel shaft gearmotor: offers continuous duty torque.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... PS2300 parallel shaft gearmotor features high continuous duty torque ratings up to 320 in-lbs. and compatibility with all Groschopp AC, PM and DC brushless motors. Gearmotor features rugged powder-coated cast aluminum housing and standard face...

Scrub brushes: for heavy duty cleaning applications.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... Swivel Scrub[R] brushes are designed to swivel onto the side for cleaning of baseboards, walls and even around heavy equipment. There are several models available: General Scrub for routine cleaning; Power Scrub for wash stripping and other...

6-channel thermocouple: for temperature monitoring.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... BusWorks[R] 965EN Input Modules interface thermocouple and millivolt signals directly to an Ethernet Modbus/TCP 10/100 network. The 6-channel, inch-wide I/O modules operate independently of any buscoupler or I/O rack, nor do they require any...

Digital gauge: performs multiple functions.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... Ashcroft[R] digital industrial gauge can be used for any combination of local indication, 4-20mA signal and switching. It can be specified in three ways: 4-20mA with adjustable turndown; line powered, 12-36 VDC; and one or two SPDT switches...

Plate dryers.(Dryers)
May 1, 2004... Plate dryers combine conduction heating with continuous product flow to provide efficient drying of friable products up to 80% faster than standard methods. These vertical dryers offer atmospheric, gas tight, or vacuum operation. Literature is...

Multiple process dryer.(Dryers)
May 1, 2004... Equipped for multiple functionality, the Ploughshare[R] Vacuum Dryer homogeneously mixes dry ingredients, injects liquids and efficiently vacuum dries the material to a final product. Dryer's technology creates a mechanically fluidized bed mix...

High efficiency drying.(Dryers)
May 1, 2004... Bella mixer, cooler and dryer offers a fast method of high efficiency drying and/or cooling by mixing air and material. Materials like precipitated calcium carbonate can be taken from a moisture content of 35% to less than 0.1% with a thermal...

Fluid bed dryers.(Dryers)
May 1, 2004... Circular vibratory fluid bed processors are now offered on a rental basis for drying, cooling or moisturizing trials at user facilities. Company maintains an inventory of fluid bed dryers, coolers and moisturizers in smaller sizes desired by...

Slurry drying solutions.(Dryers)
May 1, 2004... A mechanical dewatering system and thermal drying device has been combined into one compact unit for drying all types of slurries. This cake-drying device is constructed with polypropylene membrane filter plates, which can be retrofitted for...

Industrial LCD: fast mounting, rugged.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... FPI Series industrial LCDs are available with a fast mounting system called Speedclip. Displays install in seconds into a simple rectangular cutout. All displays are engineered to high quality standards with panel or rack mount. Sizes available...

Adhesive & sealant: good for 2300[degrees]F.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... Resbond 907 GF 2300[degrees]F adhesive sealant successfully seals exhaust ducts against corrosive chemicals and high heat. User simply applies the adhesive and lets it dry. It cures in 4-12 hours to form a hard ceramic with excellent resistance...

RE magnets: offers with free pull test.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... Xtreme[TM] magnets are claimed to be 20% stronger than all other brands on the market and the manufacturer is offering a free pull test to prove results. Magnet's circuit, used in tubes, grates and liquid line traps, surpasses previous models...

Exhaust filters: for vacuum pumps.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... Balston[R] vacuum pump exhaust filters are specifically designed to remove oil mist and smoke and reduce the noise from vacuum pumps. Filters remove heavy concentrations of extremely fine oil droplets from the vacuum pump exhaust, greatly...

Slow pump valves: two-position.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... Slow pump valves are two-position high vacuum pneumatic valves that reduce turbulence within a vacuum system. By opening the by-pass valve first, a slow pumping is achieved. Once the system reaches a determined vacuum level, the parent valve is...

Manometers: hand held.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... Model 355 Precision Absolute Manometer is a pressure-sensing device that is accurate to 0.02% FS including the effects of linearity, repeatability, hysteresis and temperature. The hand-held, microprocessor-based manometer measures absolute,...

Flexible hose: for rugged applications.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... Air Handling PLUS flex hose has excellent durability with reinforced construction, which is designed to stand up to years of use. Hose is designed as an excellent replacement to older polyester neoprene hoses and comes in a distinct royal blue,...

Cryogenic transfer fluid: 100% synthetic.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... CR[TM] cryogenic-range transfer fluid provides predictable, repeatable performance in cryogenically driven processes. 100% synthetic, its consistent properties provide improved productivity while eliminating quality-robbing runaway coil...

Environmentally-approved pump: reduces energy consumption.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... Submersible drainage pump is certified according to Environmental Product Declaration (EPD[R]). Certified EPD is a new system that calculates a product's environmental impact over its entire life cycle. All environmental product declarations...

Quick change spray nozzles: easy to use.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... Zip-Tip[R] spray nozzles interchange quickly and offer excellent sealing properties with a double O-ring design. Tabz[TM] plastic nozzles feature the addition of a pair of tabs that makes the nozzle easier to grip for installation and removal...

Oxygen transmitter: with split architecture option.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... In situ, zirconium oxide-based oxygen transmitter for flue gas measurement is even more versatile as a "split architecture" instrument. The option of a separating Rosemount Analytical Oxymitter[TM] control unit provides remote monitoring and...

Compression fittings: available in numerous configurations.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... American Coupling compression fittings consist of a full range of durable, long-lasting connectors, tee and elbow models, as well as sleeves, nuts and reducers to meet the needs of all types of industrial piping systems. Compression fittings...

Wireless ethernet process control.(Device Management Systems)
May 1, 2004... When wire cannot be run for practical or economic reasons, the Wireless Link Module (WLM) provides accurate and reliable wire less connectivity between remote field sites. This bi-directional, spread spectrum wireless module employs Intelligent...

Facilities monitoring system.(Device Management Systems)
May 1, 2004... UniNet[R] Lite facilities monitoring system is a hardware/software package that features a sophisticated design and user-friendly interface to provide users with the ability to graphically capture and display events and conditions throughout a...

Two-wire transmitter.(Device Management Systems)
May 1, 2004... Model 2000 smart, HART[R] compatible, two-wire 4-20 mA signal transmitter is designed for use with Strain Gage Target flow meters. Signal transmitter analog output can be proportional to flow rate or proportional to flow rate squared. It can be...

Stainless steel airset.(Device Management Systems)
May 1, 2004... Fisher[R] 67CFSR stainless steel instrument airset is aimed at the problem of rising costs related to powering pneumatic instruments in chemical, hydrocarbon and other process industries and the need to minimize internal relief valve leakage...

Integrated Substation System.(Device Management Systems)
May 1, 2004... SEL-7000 Integrated Substation System family offers pre-engineered, pre-assembled integrated systems for improved protection, control and management of industrial substations in packages that make higher performance the lower cost choice. The...

Vertical turbine pumps: for water/wastewater applications.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... M Series vertical turbine pumps are designed for a wide range of water/waste water applications including raw water intake, deep well, pressure boosting, filter backwash, transfer and final effluent. While all of the pumps are vertical turbine...

Cleanroom wipers: polypropylene construction.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... KimTech Pure Wipers are a line of critical task wipers for surface wiping in cleanroom environments. Line includes KimTech Pure Critical Task Wipers for use in ISO Class 4 (FS209 Class 10) or higher cleanrooms and KimTech Pure CL5 Critical Task...

Vibration monitor: for predictive maintenance.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... Elector Octavis vibration monitor detects rolling element bearing failures and shaft unbalance conditions on critical plant equipment such as pumps, motors, compressors, fans and spindles. Monitor is permanently mounted on plant equipment to...

PTFE in-line filter: protects laboratory equipment.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... PTFE filter provides an inert flow path that protects laboratory equipment by trapping particulate matter. Filter with replaceable element is designed to remove particulates from fluids that could otherwise cause damage to laboratory pumps,...

Circulation heaters: accurate and durable.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... CAST-X SERIES 1000 circulation heaters provide a sale heating method for volatile, viscous or mildly corrosive liquids. Heaters provide accurate and consistent temperature control and are designed for greater durability and compact design....

All-plastic pumps: easy to service.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... SS8 all-plastic, vertical, immersible pump is designed for quick and easy service. These pumps feature a special teardrop locking design that allows the system operator to quickly remove just the pump core for service. Pumps are easy to remove...

Dust collector bags: provide new life.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... Sometimes all that is needed are new, better, dust bags for better vacuum, cleaner air and longer bag life. Virtually any design/size is manufactured. Specialists are available to discuss applications. American Fabric Filter Co. Use...

Baffled bag: prevent contamination.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... Clean Seal[R] baffled bag is designed to prevent contamination. It consists of Clean Seal baffles in a MaxSack[TM] container. Container's interior baffles and half-moon shaped slits are constructed using Clean Seal technology. All edges have a...

Cyclone separator: for steam and air applications.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... DC7 is a high performance cyclone separator for steam and air applications. Its lightweight stainless steel design has no moving parts, resulting in corrosion resistant and maintenance-free operation. The high efficiency separator is used to...

Wash water treatment system: removes solids/oils.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... System removes solids and oils from wash water for discharge to a city sewer. System consists of a solids clarification tank with sludge thickening hopper, oil water separator, and sand filter for final polishing. System shown is for 15 GPM....

Pneumatic fittings: push to connect.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... Pneumatic fittings allow instant connections that are easily made by pushing the tube, not the fitting. No tools or other operations are necessary, and disconnection can also be made easily. Universally adopted push-to-connect fittings are...

Peristaltic filling systems: for sterile applications.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... Peristaltic pumps provide a complete range of filling systems to achieve a total solution for high accuracy precision filling and fast, efficient clean-up validation. System elevates peristaltic technology into a smooth, seamless process in...

Wiring bushings: protect cables, wires, tubing.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... OPEN/CLOSE BUSHINGS are used to protect wires, cables, tubing and hoses from sharp, uneven drilled or punched holes in sheet metal. Split design allows side entry of pre-assembled harnesses and tubes and may be assembled into holes already...

Molded tanks: in four materials.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... RTM tanks are available in four materials: polypropylene, polyethylene, PVDF and Halar. Tanks offer a great degree of design freedom, including custom shapes and colors, dual-containment and a broad selection of options such as instrumentation,...

Application weighing terminal: for demanding environments.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... ID30 weighing terminal features a flat screen with a separate computer module. It is designed for demanding weigh applications and provides the flexibility needed in a weigh station layout with single design. Specific components of the terminal...

Walk-in oven: electrically powered.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... Model # 825 is a 500[degrees]F electric walk-in oven with workspace dimensions of 54" W x 72"D x 72"H. 30 kW power is installed in Incoloy sheathed tubular heating elements, while a 6000 CFM, 5 HP recirculating blower provides horizontal...

Rotary floor machine brushes: for numerous applications.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... Flo-Pac[R] rotary floor machine brushes are available for all applications including buffing, stripping or scrubbing. Strata-Grit[R], Strata-Grit Plus[R] or NyloGrit[R] brushes can handle almost any stripping job with ease. A variety of brushes...

Lab roller compactor: for research & testing.(New Products)
May 1, 2004... Model B050PH laboratory-scale roller compactor is designed specifically for pharmaceutical industry research and product testing. Roller compactor is the smallest of its type and is self-contained in a compact, free-standing unit with all drive...

Nitrogen generators.(Product Display)
May 1, 2004... New literature for Maxigas Nitrogen Generators provides information needed to specify generators for high purity, clean, dry nitrogen gas from compressed air. Domnick Hunter Use InfoLINK 4E1625 or Call 800-287-0093 [ILLUSTRATION...

Peristaltic pump.(Product Display)
May 1, 2004... SPX32 offers direct-coupled design providing bare-shaft high performance in a direct-coupled pump. Equipped with a leak zone to protect the drive, pump allows for the drive to be removed and replaced without dismantling. Watson-Marlow Bredel...

Pumping solutions.(Product Display)
May 1, 2004... Company offers a large range of PCM Progressive Cavity pumps, peristaltic and hose pumps that serve all industries from Food 3A certification to OEM applications. PCM Delasco Inc. Use InfoLINK 4E1627 or Call 800-287-0093 [ILLUSTRATION...