Oil, Gas, & Petrochem Equipment articles from February 2005

Oil, Gas, & Petrochem Equipment archives from February 2005

High-temp tapping.(Special report)
February 1, 2005... High temperature tapping services are now available to provide high-quality, time-tested preparation of piping systems for repairs. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The service and its machine offer tapping to 1,300[degrees] F., pressures to...

Bundled tubing that safeguards instrumentation.(Special report)
February 1, 2005... Electric and steam traced pre-insulated bundled tubing delivers process fluid freeze protection and temperature maintenance to analytical and process instrumentation including impulse, process, and sampling lines. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]...

Rugged laptop introduced.(Special report)
February 1, 2005... New, rugged MobileForce M220 laptop computers are introduced. Using encasement surrounding the display, the computer's new large screen is able to withstand jarring and bending associated with extreme usage. The 14.1-in. sunlight-readable...

All-welded process gauge, diaphragm seal.(Special report)
February 1, 2005... A lower cost alternative to an individual gauge and diaphragm seal is offered with this all-welded process gauge and diaphragm seal--for reduced potential leaks. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Rugged SOLFRUNT 1981 process gauge with stainless...

New multi-applicable air / gas flowmeters.(Special report)
February 1, 2005... ST75 Series Flowmeters are introduced for fuel and air flow measurement in boilers, burners, chillers, furnaces, heating treating systems, or turbine and co-gen power generators. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Nine models are offered to...

New technology dehydrates without flame.(Special report)
February 1, 2005... ShockWave Power Reactor (SPR) dehydrates heavy processing and completion fluids with no flame. Rotation within the SPR creates pressure differences within the liquid, causing tiny bubbles to form, rapidly expand and collapse. The resulting...

Straddle carriers move heat exchanger bundles.(Special report)
February 1, 2005... This manufacturer of the Gerlinger Straddle Carrier introduces new carrier design improvements for severe duty applications such as material handling in oil refineries. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Improvements include full length glass in...

Real-time performance improvement for oil and gas.(Special report)
February 1, 2005... EtaPRO real-time performance monitoring and optimization system combines three online capabilities. EtaPRO Performance Monitor calculates actual energy consumption, yield and capacity in real time, and compares it to established key...

Microprocessor flame scanner.(Special report)
February 1, 2005... SmartScan 121 microprocessor flame scanner accurately and reliably senses the presence and condition of flames in a broad range of applications. This flame technology is suitable for oil, gas, coal, solid and non-standard fuel scanning. It...

Closed Cup Flash Point Tester.(Special report)
February 1, 2005... FP93 5G2 Automated Pensky Martens Closed Cup Flash Point Tester offers multiple configurations to suit unique testing preferences and needs for gas and/or electrical ignition, thermal or ionization detection, and glass or metal sample...

Liquid flow Meters and Controllers.(Special report)
February 1, 2005... The FLR2000 Series Meters and FLV-2000 Series Controllers offer a solution for real-time metering and control of chemicals which are dosed, injected, pumped, or dispensed. Flow ranges of 0.1 to 400 GPH, at pressures from 20 to 300 PSI,...

Mixer helps calibrate gas analyzers.(Special report)
February 1, 2005... Gas analyzers used on drilling platforms or in refineries and process plants--benefit from MIX 1000 digital gas mixers. They help calibrate the instruments. MIX 1000 is controlled from its front panel using the LCD display and a seven-key...

Dry disconnect couplings offered.(Special report)
February 1, 2005... Newly introduced dry disconnect couplings are out to transfer chemicals, solvents, and fuels. They allow connection and dis-connection of hoses and pipelines while eliminating spillage and product loss, declares the maker. [ILLUSTRATION...

Rugged chemical dosing pumps.(Special report)
February 1, 2005... "G" Series pumps are robust, mechanically actuated diaphragm designs for dosing chemicals in processes or water treatment. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Variable eccentric system for stroke length is incorporated to help reduce shocks created...

New Pressure Mini-Transmitters.(Special report)
February 1, 2005... Delivering a two-wire 4 to 20-mA output plus two transistor switch outputs--in a single package--are Type 8311 Pressure Mini-Transmitters. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The intelligent instruments indicate, monitor, transmit,...

Consistent machinery lubrication offered by new grease flow meters.(Special report)
February 1, 2005... A new grease flow meter has been introduced to deliver consistent machinery lubrication plus improved safety. The device measures and dispenses precise amounts of grease to bearings or other moving parts. It is consistent and accurate to...

Flame and Gas Detection bulletin.(Special report)
February 1, 2005... A new bulletin, MSA Flame and Gas Detection for the Oil, Gas and Petrochemical Industries, highlights this firm's permanent and portable instrument offerings. The company currently designs and manufactures a complete line of flame- and...

Mass spectrometry software for fast, accurate identification.(Special report)
February 1, 2005... IST for GC/MS is new mass spectrometry software for fast, accurate identification and quantification of organic compounds. It is designed for high throughput testing labs that work in areas of petrochemicals, chemicals, and environmental...

Gas Chromatograph provides powerful analysis in any application.(Special report)
February 1, 2005... The GC-2014 Series Gas Chromatograph incorporates high-end technology and expandability options for powerful analysis in any application--from capillary to packed column analysis. Advanced Flow Controller (AFC) technology comes standard,...

UV inspection lamp for tight areas.(Special report)
February 1, 2005... The Spectroline AP-800 UltraWand UV inspection lamp is cited to deliver long-wave UV (365nm) illumination in restricted areas that make accurate NDT inspections virtually impossible for conventional lamps. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] It is...

Moisture measurement solutions.(Special report)
February 1, 2005... A new approach to moisture measurement with A[l.sub.2][O.sub.3] sensors has been announced. The series of moisture measurement solutions is for hydrocarbon gases and liquids, and is based on Xentaur's HFT aluminum oxide technology. ...

Pressure gauge introduced.(Special report)
February 1, 2005... Ashcroft Duragauge PLUS! Pressure Gauge is this lower-priced alternative to liquid-filled gauges. The longer-lasting, steady pressure gauges use patented technology to offer dry gauges with pointers as steady as liquid-filled. They are...

Alarm Probes.(Special report)
February 1, 2005... MCG 1090 High Level Alarm Probe brings high technology to overfill and spill protection, declares the manufacturer. A solenoid physically moves the displacer as an actual level would, and the optional remote self-testing feature makes regular...

Comprehensive process control Loop Management Services.(Special report)
February 1, 2005... New Loop Management Services include comprehensive online control loop and valve diagnostics and reporting, expert loop tuning, plus continuous remote monitoring to help ensure maximum control loop performance over time. The services are...

Differential pressure indicating switches.(Special report)
February 1, 2005... The 140 line of diaphragm type differential pressure indicating switches is on the market for potentially hazardous locations. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] They are available in aluminum or 316/316L stainless steel pressure containing...

Dry Vacuum Pump.(Special report)
February 1, 2005... Kinney SDV Dry Vacuum Pump features a patented, variable pitch rotor that provides more of a polytropic thermodynamic compression cycle, rather than the isochoric compression of a fixed pitch rotor. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Among...

Increased surface area filter bags.(Special report)
February 1, 2005... The ACCUGAF Series 500 Filter Bags have a patented, all-welded, multi-pleated construction that significantly increases the surface area of the bag as compared to standard filter bags. This construction also results in high efficiencies and...

Enhanced communication system for pipeline uses.(Special report)
February 1, 2005... The improved OmniLYNX system, suited for pipeline operations, is offered in line modules OL-2488E, OL-600E, and OL-155. They have been enhanced over the past three years as a result of a joint venture with Singapore Technologies Electronics...

Process Controller is UL Listed.(Special report)
February 1, 2005... This 3820 Series Process Controller carries the UL Listed certification. The 1/8 DIN controller comes with a NEMA 4X front with a rugged aluminum housing. It has a selectable alternating function for your pump-up or pump-down applications....

"Portable" flue gas analyzer.(Special report)
February 1, 2005... GreenLine Model 8000 "portable" flue gas analyzer is cited to incorporate the most advanced electrochemical technologies with NDIR to monitor combustion efficiency, safety, and environmental emissions in all combustion process applications. ...

Air quality newsletter.(Special report)
February 1, 2005... The Winter edition of the Airguardian air quality newsletter discusses the design and performance features needed for air filters subject to abrasives, chemicals, moisture, and rough handling. Also included is news on MERV upgrades for two...

Gaseous pollutant analyzers introduced.(Special report)
February 1, 2005... User interface, remote communication, and maintenance simplicity enhancements for air quality monitoring are offered with the new iSeries line of gaseous pollutant analyzers. The line, with monitoring capabilities for a broad range of gaseous...

Valve for reactors & process vessels.(Special report)
February 1, 2005... The Bolz-Summix inflatable seal ball segment valve handles the most difficult process applications and delivers very good sealing for many types of process equipment operating under full vacuum or pressurized process conditions. It's for use in...

Differential pressure instruments.(Special report)
February 1, 2005... Piston-type differential pressure instruments, switches, and gauge-switch combinations are available from this firm for demanding industrial applications in filtration, pumping, and heat exchange operations. The Series 1200 and 1300 instruments...

Mobile booster compressors.(Products and services)
February 1, 2005... Compress X-Press mobile booster compressors are announced to actually integrate the back of a pickup truck into a total package. A Comp-Air screw compressor runs right off the truck engine, designed by GM specifically for natural gas. You...

4,000+ free drivers now offered by Instrument Driver Network.(Products and services)
February 1, 2005... The Instrument Driver Network from this firm now offers more than 4,000 instrument drivers. Last year the company collaborated with a number of vendors to introduce more than 900 new drivers that deliver connectivity for instruments serving...

New Pressure Calibrators.(Products and services)
February 1, 2005... MC2 Pressure Calibrators are unveiled as compact, hand-held instruments for pressure and electrical signals. Their large graphical display, menu-based interface, and full numerical keyboard enable quick, simple calibrations. Standard...

Thread compound DOT-accepted for nonhazardous labeling.(Products and services)
February 1, 2005... KOPR-KOTE thread compound was recently exempted from being marked as a marine pollutant when transported via cargo vessel. The compound's manufacturer claims its product "is the first and only premium grade copper thread compound to achieve...

Flange Protectors fight corrosion.(Products and services)
February 1, 2005... Solutions to corrosion problems, in the long run, are announced to be solved with GenWrap Flange Protector. It is a coating based on synthetic a-polar polymers. The paste form makes it easy to apply with little preparation. The...

Gage has 0.5% fs accurate sensor.(Products and services)
February 1, 2005... New DPG-000 digital gage comprises an 0.5% full scale accuracy sensor. The battery powered instrument comes with four-digit LCD display. It's said to reduce inaccurate readings by eliminating parallax error commonly produced with analog...

New duplex SS tube grades for EOR methods, offshore exploration.(Products and services)
February 1, 2005... Super duplex Sandvik SAF 2906 and hyper duplex Sandvik 3207 HD tube grades have been developed to deliver high strength and corrosion resistance for current EOR wellhead control systems. Both grades extend properties of their manufacturer's...

New analog isolators, multiplexers unveiled together.(Products and services)
February 1, 2005... Two new products are simultaneously unveiled by this company. The first is SIL3-certified Ex separator H6200 analog isolator with transmitter supply and integrated extraction of HART data. It converts an analog Ex input signal into two...

Air separation technology generates nitrogen, oxygen.(Products and services)
February 1, 2005... This company's technology provides air separation for nitrogen and oxygen generation. It incorporates both on-site-generated membrane nitrogen and/or on-site-generated PSA nitrogen or oxygen for onshore and offshore upstream and downstream...

Wireless Temperature, Relative Humidity transmitters.(Products and services)
February 1, 2005... OMWT-TEMPRH Wireless Temperature and Relative Humidity transmitters are battery-operated digital instruments with a microprocessor-controlled 418 MHz FCC-certified radio transmitter. The instruments comprise an on-board time-of-day clock...

Submersible Level Transmitter.(Products and services)
February 1, 2005... Model SST Submersible Level Transmitter is designed to fit into tight applications, while providing the same high quality, digitally compensated level measurement capability as the firm's other PMT products. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The...

RTD eliminates need for thermowell.(Products and services)
February 1, 2005... Field-replaceable Model 461 Sanitary Resistance Temperature Detector (RTD) is designed to facilitate easy replacement of the temperature-sensing element without the use of a standard thermowell. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] It combines the...

Pressure vessel software.(Products and services)
February 1, 2005... PVElite Version 2005 and CodeCalc Version 2005 are updated editions of this firm's integrated vessel design and stress analysis software. They incorporate the latest 2004 ASME BPV Code Section VIII, including UHX tubesheets and thin bellows...

Substation Computing Platform increases reliability.(Products and services)
February 1, 2005... The customizable SEL-3351 Substation Computing Platform is designed to replace office-grade PCs in control house environments and the SEL-3301 Protocol Gateway for connecting older and newer equipment. These rugged new computing products are...

Diaphragm Valves provide small footprint.(Products and services)
February 1, 2005... D-Series Diaphragm Valves are cited by the manufacturer to provide the smallest footprint in the process market today. Constructed of high quality materials to ensure years of performance, they are rated for one million-plus cycle life. ...

Smart Valve Monitor.(Products and services)
February 1, 2005... This Smart Valve Monitor (SVM) is used to monitor and test emergency isolation valves to comply with the latest IEC and ISA standards. Among SVM system advantages: cited to provide highest diagnostic coverage factor of any type of partial...

Shaft/coupling alignment system.(Products and services)
February 1, 2005... Rotalign ULTRA shaft/coupling alignment system features a large scratch proof backlit color screen and backlit keyboard--making it very useful for any working condition, day or night, indoors or out. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Intuitive...

Single-row angular contact ball bearings.(Products and services)
February 1, 2005... MRC "R-Type" single-row angular contact ball bearings can accommodate heavier radial and thrust loads. They feature shallow 15 degree contact angles and counterbored outer rings, allowing for a greater number of balls than deep-groove bearings...

Custom tagging system for valves.(Products and services)
February 1, 2005... HYDRA-TAG is this custom tagging system for valves. The identification systems are important for emergency locations, maintenance and repairs, security, mapping, and performance evaluations. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The durable...

Positive displacement meter.(Products and services)
February 1, 2005... The APL (Automatic Pressure Lubricated) BiRotor Meter is a positive displacement meter designed to measure liquid products in the most demanding applications requiring accuracy, long life, and ruggedness. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The APL...

Low level submersible pressure transmitters.(Products and services)
February 1, 2005... CTU9000CS submersible transmitters are for low level (3.3 ft of water) 1.5 psi full scale measurements. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] With 21.8-mm outside diameter, the instruments are for use in small-diameter probe tubes or tanks with small...

Wireless networking systems.(Products and services)
February 1, 2005... Safari Srx-54 wireless networking systems are available in a ruggedized NEMA 4X enclosure or intrinsically safe Class 1, Div. 1 package. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] They're offered as "an economical cost saving approach for multiple remote...

Offshore tensioner cylinders sealing.(Products and services)
February 1, 2005... A leak-free sealing system for offshore tensioner cylinders has been developed. For tensioner cylinders used to compensate for wave motion relative to a rig and subsea riser, the system includes redundant rod seals made from thermoplastic...

Liquid/Gas Coalescers.(Products and services)
February 1, 2005... SepraSol Plus Liquid / Gas Coalescers remove contaminants from fuel gas for NOx or ultra-low NOx burners--to prevent burner tip fouling and other fuel gas problems. Models are used on furnaces, boilers, gas turbines, driers, and...

New impact protecting compound.(Products and services)
February 1, 2005... Wear Guard high impact abrasion compound protects equipment against extreme impact. The new high-density epoxy putty repairs and protects equipment subject to extreme impact, flexing, or abrasion. A special nonVOC formulation, Wear Guard...

Aboveground, closed-loop washing system.(Products and services)
February 1, 2005... New, improved Cyclonator II aboveground, closed-loop wash rack is now on the market. The stainless steel filtration system is for use with its maker's patented, modular aboveground wash pad or existing sump or trench drain. It's designed for...

Traceable digital thermometers.(Products and services)
February 1, 2005... Traceable digital thermometers are now available with 0.001[degrees] resolution. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Expanded temperature range is from -58.000 to 302.000[degrees]F, and -50.000 to 150.000[degrees]C., with [+ or -]0.05[degrees]C...

Shaft Grounding Couplings.(Products and services)
February 1, 2005... New Aegis Shaft Grounding Couplings prevent electrical damage to bearings of alternating current motors. They safely pass harmful shaft current to ground. SGCs offer an ultra-low impedance path from shaft to frame. This allows current...

Packing seals plunger pumps.(Products and services)
February 1, 2005... PE1000 and 4010AF packing material is introduced for plunger pumps. They reportedly deliver 100% added service life. 4010AF, a specialty soft metal foil, offers bearing support and dissipates heat while lubricating dynamic contact members....

Liquid Level Switches.(Products and services)
February 1, 2005... SENTIO LL-01 Series Liquid Level Switches are a direct replacement for mechanical float type liquid level devices for high and low level alarm, pump protection, and auto fill/auto empty operation. They utilize proven ultrasonic technology and...

DIN hydraulic fittings.(Products and services)
February 1, 2005... A line of DIN hydraulic fittings is available from this firm in all the most popular styles and sizes--more than 260 fittings in all. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Built for extreme pressure applications, the DIN fittings are manufactured to...

Portable berm for spill containment.(Products and services)
February 1, 2005... E-Berm, this tough portable berm, is for spill containment. It's fabricated of industrial grade flexible membrane which is impervious to a broad range of chemicals and hydrocarbon products. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The E-Berm is used for...

Flexible software provides tools to help maintenance departments lower operating costs.(Products and services)
February 1, 2005... ProTeus IV is this company's newest line of Computerized Maintenance Software Systems (CMMS). It provides tools to help maintenance departments lower operating costs, control maintenance expenses, increase equipment life, and improve...

Thermal Mass Flow Probe.(Products and services)
February 1, 2005... Model 62-9/9500 Thermal Mass Flow Probe measures flows of liquids, slurries, gases and homogeneous solids; has no apertures to clog; no moving parts; and wide turndown. The sensors are mounted on the inside diameter of the probe; the probe...

Bronze and stainless steel solenoid valves.(Products and services)
February 1, 2005... Two-way bronze and stainless steel solenoid valves are available for control of water, oil, air, gas, steam, cryogenics, solvents, oxygen, and corrosive fluids. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Among valve features: packless construction with...

Sealless gear pumps.(Products and services)
February 1, 2005... The new Viking Mag Drive 855 Series internal gear pumps offer high reliability through their robust, sealless design--which eliminates seal leakage. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] This series of pumps offers flow rates of up to 135 gpm, with...

Miniature infrared gas sensor.(Products and services)
February 1, 2005... A new range of miniature non-dispersive infrared gas sensors, the IRceL, is available for detecting either carbon dioxide or hydrocarbons. The infrared gas sensors are suitable for use in both fixed and portable gas detectors across a range of...

Membrane Air Dryers.(Products and services)
February 1, 2005... Balston SMART Dryer 5000 Series Membrane Air Dryers provide pure, dry, compressed air at a guaranteed dew point of 35[degrees]F and flow rates to 600 SCFM. Cited by the manufacturer as proven to be the best performing dryers for the most...

Ten-padlock wall station unveiled.(Products and free literature)
February 1, 2005... New No. 1483B padlock wall stations are newly announced as virtually indestructible and able to offer secure access for authorized users only. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] This single-piece covered padlock wall station is designed to...

32" diameter pneumatic pipe rammer.(Products and free literature)
February 1, 2005... New Grundoram Apollo pneumatic pipe rammers have been introduced. With a 32-in. diameter, Grundoram Apollo is declared by its trenchless equipment manufacturer to be "considered the world's largest pneumatic pipe rammer." [ILLUSTRATION...

Filters guard turbines, compressors.(Products and free literature)
February 1, 2005... Optimized performance, increased power output, and protection of gas turbines, compressors, fans, turbo-charged engines, or other turbomachinery--is delivered by Vari+Plus VP intake barrier filters, it's announced. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]...

Plunger System combats pumping well damaging solids, data declare.(Products and free literature)
February 1, 2005... Cyclone Plunger Systems are illustrated and described in this free brochure as "the answer for pumping wells with damaging solids." [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Emphasized is how the systems allow quick sand, grit, iron sulfide, or other...

Downhole drilling power section data.(Products and free literature)
February 1, 2005... Moyno ERT Power Section highlights this free flyer. It's an even-rubber thickness stator engineered "to improve overall performance of power sections used in downhole drilling." [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ERT operational and product...

Elastomer resilient couplings info.(Products and free literature)
February 1, 2005... Kop-Flex Odyssey elastomer resilient couplings are shown and fully described in this free 24-page catalog. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] They're cited to meet API 610 balance requirements of AGMA Class 9 by boring the hubs to API 610...

Product & service followup.(Classified advertising)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2005... These companies prominently advertised their equipment or services in the January issue of OG&PE. These summaries offer you an opportunity to obtain FREE INFORMATION on them and their specialties. Circle the item number under each story on the...

Twelve years of [H.sub.2]S removal without a production outage.(Classified advertising)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2005... Commissioned in 1991, ATCO Midstream's LO-CAT unit at the Carbondale plant in St. Albert, Alberta, Canada has treated acid gas from an upstream amine unit for more than 12 years without a production outage--always meeting or exceeding...

Moisture analyzer.(Classified advertising)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2005... AMETEK's new Model 3050 OLV moisture analyzer uses a fundamentally different technology to measure moisture--specifically a quartz-crystal oscillator. With this technology, moisture molecules sit on the surface of the sensor. After a high...

No-tools filter change.(Classified advertising)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2005... With the new Racor FBO no-tools filter change system, it takes a pair of hands, 10 minutes, and no tools to make a fast, leak-free refueling filter changeout. The easy-open, resealable package is for aviation fuel trucks or cabinets,...

Flow, Level and Environmental Handbook.(Classified advertising)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2005... OMEGA Engineering's Flow, Level and Environmental Handbook offers 1,300 pages of the latest flow, level and environmental products. Included are: flow and level, field pH, laboratory pH, industrial pH, conductivity, dissolved oxygen, total...

[H.sub.2]S removal process.(Classified advertising)(Advertisement)
February 1, 2005... SulfaTreat's dependable [H.sub.2]S removal process offers a solution to fit your gas stream. Products offered include: the original SULFATREAT product, rated "the best [H.sub.2]S scavenger" by the Gas Technology Institute: SulfaTreat High...