Oil, Gas, & Petrochem Equipment articles from July 2008

Oil, Gas, & Petrochem Equipment archives from July 2008

Modular flow meters adjust to changing flow.(What's New For: Upstream, Midstream, Downstream FLOW Measurement, Control, Metering & Automation)
July 1, 2008... Wafer-Cone Flow Meters comprise modular design for easy, economical flow element replacement to adjust to changing flow conditions in dynamic oil, gas, and chemical processes. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] These meters rely on differential...

Oil, gas pressure transducers.(What's New For: Upstream, Midstream, Downstream FLOW Measurement, Control, Metering & Automation)
July 1, 2008... Model PX409 pressure transducers are unveiled as high accuracy designs in a small 0.75-in.-diameter package. These micromachined silicon sensors are protected by a stainless steel diaphragm which transfers pressure to the sensor by a thin film...

PD screw pumps handle high/low viscosity fluids.(What's New For: Upstream, Midstream, Downstream FLOW Measurement, Control, Metering & Automation)
July 1, 2008... Colfax rotary positive displacement screw pumps offer a new approach to handling high and low-viscosity fiuids that require high-pressure boosts in crude oil transport. The hydraulic principle behind screw pump operation delivers both high...

Natural, process gas clamp-on flowmeters.(What's New For: Upstream, Midstream, Downstream FLOW Measurement, Control, Metering & Automation)
July 1, 2008... SonicGas SITRANS FUG010 ultrasonic gas flowmeters employ WideBeam technology as field clamp-on designs. They accomplish checkmetering, flow survey verification, and allocation applications. Of nonintrusive design, they handle 1 to...

New generation of flow computers, remote controls.(What's New For: Upstream, Midstream, Downstream FLOW Measurement, Control, Metering & Automation)
July 1, 2008... [G.sup.4] XSeries flow computers ([XFC.sup.G4]) and remote controllers ([XRC.sup.G4]) have been unveiled as new fourth-generation technology to monitor, measure, and control oil and natural gas facilities. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ...

Bolting solutions.(What's New For: Upstream, Midstream, Downstream FLOW Measurement, Control, Metering & Automation)
July 1, 2008... Superbolt Multi-Jackbolt Tensioners retrofit existing nuts and bolts and eliminate time consuming and unsafe bolting methods. Only hand tools are required for installation and removal, saving you time and increasing worker safety. To learn more...

Rugged level switches deliver tank monitoring, interface control.(FLOW special report)
July 1, 2008... NuTec LS2000 Level Switches offer oil and gas refining or storage depots tank monitoring and interface control. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Designed for two-wire, 4 to 20 mA loop power, the instruments also serve fill/drain control and...

Wafer, insertion, inline flow meters.(FLOW special report)
July 1, 2008... Vortex-shedding wafer, insertion, and inline flow meters are shown, described, and specified for gases and liquids in this free four-page brochure. Four stainless steel designs are covered as to applications, full specifications, and important...

Drag Reducing Agent problems eliminated with meter's design.(FLOW special report)
July 1, 2008... TXN-CUS Flow Meters feature swept wing rotor and bearing design. This is said to eliminate accuracy and repeatability errors caused by Drag Reducing Agents used to reduce pipeline bottlenecks and increase throughput. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]...

JOFRA Ultra Cooler--literally the coolest dry block in the world.(FLOW special report)
July 1, 2008... The new AMETEK Test & Calibration Instruments-Americas JOFRA ATC-125 Ultra Cooler is the world's first dry-block calibrator capable of reaching -90[degrees]C with a temperature range spanning 215[degrees]C (-90 to +125[degrees]C). Featuring...

Automated on-line analysis of hydrocarbon dew point.(FLOW special report)
July 1, 2008... The Model 241 CE II provides accurate, reliable, and continuous online measurement of hydrocarbon dew points, using two-surface chilled mirror technology and proprietary 3-stage sample filter to protect the system from contaminants and lower...

Cut monitor handles up to 1500 psi, 450[degrees]F with rugged in-line sensing element.(FLOW special report)
July 1, 2008... The CM6 is the next-generation water cut sensor from AMETEK Drexelbrook. Using Drexelbrook's patented RF admittance technology, the CM6 measures the percentage of water in oil, within ranges of 0-80% water in heavy oil and 0-50% in light oil....

Multi-function advanced signal calibrator can replace many handheld instruments.(FLOW special report)
July 1, 2008... Our ASC 300 calibrator offers an easy-to-use graphical user interface with full numeric keypad, three function keys, %-of-range keys, and a large backlit display. It allows computer interface using ASCII commands, and provides an amazing list...

All-welded process gauge-seal combination offers economy, reliability.(FLOW special report)
July 1, 2008... New U.S. Gauge all-welded process gauge plus integrated seal offers lower cost than gauge and seal purchased separately. In addition, the combination unit reduces the number of potential leak paths, increasing field reliability. The rugged...

New multi-operation-applicable control valves.(FLOW special report)
July 1, 2008... The best features of proven linear and rotary valve technologies are announced to be combined in new Neles RotaryGlobe control valves. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The small-bore designs operate at up to ASME 1500 class pressures to control...

Insertion turbine meters measure refinery liquids, gas.(FLOW special report)
July 1, 2008... Measure pipeline flow of liquids and gases including steam with Turbo-Bar insertion turbine flow meter. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Models comprise low-mass rotor design for increased sensitivity to flow changes with maximized rotor...

Flowmeters serve separators, contactors, flush.(FLOW special report)
July 1, 2008... Universal vane-style flowmeters offer flow consistency and low maintenance in hydrocarbon process duties. This includes discharge of water and light hydrocarbon condensates from oil and gas separators in natural gas wells; required glycol flow...

Mixers deliver unobstructed flow, reduce production chemical usage.(FLOW special report)
July 1, 2008... ProMix mixer systems are designed for various chemicals that must be injected into a production stream. The minimum maintenance models have a high turndown ratio. They provide unobstructed flow conditions. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ProMix...

Noise attenuating rotary control valves introduced.(FLOW special report)
July 1, 2008... QTCV-T4 Quiet Trim Control Valves handle high pressure drop to 1,500 psid. They also feature noise attenuation of 25 dBA. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The rotary control valves line includes T4 T-Ball for aggressive natural gas regulation...

Chemically stable Mg-PSV ceramic-lined choke valves.(FLOW special report)
July 1, 2008... Choke valves lined with this company's Mg-PSZ: Magnesia Partially Stabilized Zirconia ceramic are declared to exhibit greater chemical stability than those lined with traditional metal alloys. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Models comprise...

Orifice fittings, meter tubes stocked for immediate, short lead-time delivery.(FLOW special report)
July 1, 2008... A new program for natural gas measurement and management--stocks a wide range of orifice fittings and meter tubes for immediate or short lead-time deliveries. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The differential pressure measurement meter tubes...

Pipeline product sampling systems aid product analysis.(FLOW special report)
July 1, 2008... Dynatrol Red Goose Sampling Systems operate at pipeline pressure. They extract in-stream samples for product analysis. It delivers precise gasoline, #6 fuel oil, and refined products measurement. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Systems do not...

Chemical injection processes ensured via positive displacement flowmeter.(FLOW special report)
July 1, 2008... VFF positive displacement flowmeters measure fiuids with very high particle contamination like those added to crude oil. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Developed by Litre Meter for offshore measurement of low flow, high pressure fiuids, VFF...

In fires, wiring systems ensure electrical power.(ILTA '08 followup)
July 1, 2008... Industrial wiring systems are illustrated and described in this free brochure to ensure electrical power is available for critical circuit survival in fire risk areas. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] In such operations as petrochemical,...

Conduit connect kit for tank gauge upkeep.(ILTA '08 followup)
July 1, 2008... A free-on-request datasheet highlights a conduit connection kit for 2500 Automatic Tank Gauges. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The kits are cited to "reduce the time and effort needed to remove a gaugehead from the tank side and perform...

AST repair bladders inflate, keep roof afloat.(ILTA '08 followup)
July 1, 2008... Pontoon liners (repair bladders) like this are for aboveground storage pontoon floating roof tanks. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] They install inside the pontoon, are inflated to displace product, then keep a roof afloat, declares the maker....

Gauging, sampling, connections data offered free.(ILTA '08 followup)
July 1, 2008... A free package of gauging tapes, sampling, and connections products and systems information is yours free. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Highlights include portable gauging tapes for fast accurate measurement of ullage, interface, and...

Turn-key tank cleaning, repair, disposal services available.(ILTA '08 followup)
July 1, 2008... This company offers a turn-key tank services approach to cleaning--including repairs and disposal. They employ numerous cleaning systems including robotic manway cannons and circulation nozzles. All are designed to clean tanks under sealed...

Tariff quality gas cleanliness monitoring offered.(ILTA '08 followup)
July 1, 2008... PlantGard pipeline contaminant monitors are presented in this free datasheet to deliver "24/7 real time monitoring of tariff quality gas cleanliness." [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] They are cited to offer remote monitoring, reporting,...

Full services for cathodic protection.(ILTA '08 followup)
July 1, 2008... Full-service cathodic protection services are presented as available in a free four-page brochure. Pipelines, distribution systems, aboveground or underground tanks, refineries, and offshore are within the scope of this company's...

20 free pages of firefighting foam products.(ILTA '08 followup)
July 1, 2008... More than 40 categories of firefighting foam products and training comprise this 20-page catalog, yours free. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Nineteen firefighting foams including two sample packs are presented. These include ANSULITE 1% AFFF...

Tank fittings, flame arresters, valves, gauges.(ILTA '08 followup)
July 1, 2008... This free 12-page brochure illustrates and describes a full line of tank-applicable products: fittings, flame arresters, valves, gauges, and accessories. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] specifically the literature shows and describes breather...

Membranes: modules, systems, technology.(ILTA '08 followup)
July 1, 2008... Oil, gas, and petrochemical emission control, product recovery, fuel gas conditioning, and advanced separations applications are accommodated by membranes, membrane modules, and complete systems--according to this free brochure. Its...

Carbon adsorption vapor recovery systems.(ILTA '08 followup)
July 1, 2008... A number of applications are served by John Zink Carbon Adsorption Vapor Recovery Units declares this free 12-page brochure. These include storage tank vents, process vents, truck loading racks, railcar loading facilities, and marine terminals....

LNG instrumentation, control, safety systems data.(ILTA '08 followup)
July 1, 2008... Liquid natural gas site safety, stratification management, and roll-over prevention are cited as delivered by LNG instrumentation, control, and safety systems featured in this free six-page brochure. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Highlighted...

Degassing technologies data.(ILTA '08 followup)
July 1, 2008... Refinery and petrochemical tank degassing as well as VOC control, odor control, and marine degassing technologies are the subject of this free four-page brochure. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Comprehensive, turnkey capabilities are offered...

Lightning current-induced tank fires prevented.(ILTA '08 followup)
July 1, 2008... RGA: Retractable Grounding Assembly is described and shown in this datasheet to prevent tank fires caused by lightning currents. The grounding system is specifically designed for floating roof storage tanks. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ...

Waste gas combustion burners serve upstream, midstream.(ILTA '08 followup)
July 1, 2008... CEB clean enclosed burners handle waste gas combustion in upstream and midstream oil and gas operations as well as petrochemical and chemical or biogas--declares this free information package. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Seven burner...

Ultrasonic level transmitter/switch unveiled.(Products and services)
July 1, 2008... KSONIK MICRO ultrasonic level transmitter/switch is announced for liquid and bulk solids applications. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] It features Variable GAP technology to allow work in dust, vapor, or foam with a very narrow beam angle of...

Interactive level, flow measurement training.(Products and services)
July 1, 2008... Introduction to level and flow measurement is provided by interactive training offered by this company. It will enable you to explain what level is and basic operation of various direct and indirect level measurement devices. It will also train...

PSA technology extracts helium gas from natural gas.(Products and services)
July 1, 2008... Pressure Swing Adsorption (PSA) technology from this company makes possible commercially viable extraction of helium from very low concentrations, producing about 98% pure helium. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] In a four-stage process to...

New ultra-mobile Toughbook out.(Products and services)
July 1, 2008... CF-U1 Toughbook is unveiled as the first ultra mobile PC (UMPC) to integrate the new low power Intel Atom processor in a rugged handheld computer. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] It blends the handheld form factor with functionality of a...

Electronic vibration switch is new.(Products and services)
July 1, 2008... PRO440 electronic vibration switches have been brought out with fully programmable options. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The new instrument can be configured via real-time remote operator interface membrane keypad or a USB interface to a PC....

Smart test lamp for UV, UV/IR, IR flame detectors.(Products and services)
July 1, 2008... Explosionproof design, intelligent built-in microcontroller and rechargeable batteries are incorporated in these new TL105 Smart Test Lamps. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] They allow routine UV, UV/IR, and IR flame detector maintenance to be...

ATEX-approved portable band saw.(Products and services)
July 1, 2008... You can employ this ATEX-approved AirBand portable air-powered band saw in hazardous environments and EX zones. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] It's engineered for quick, clean cuts on a wide variety of metals up to 4 3/4-in. OD including pipe,...

Cooling elements protect pressure gauges from temp swings.(Products and services)
July 1, 2008... Sta-Kool cooling elements are specifically designed to protect pressure gauges from temperature swings. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] They operate at 750[degrees]F./400[degrees]C. maximum at 3,500 psi and maximum 5,000 psi at 100[degrees]F....

System blends butane into motor gasoline.(Free literature)
July 1, 2008... A patented, fully automated butane blending system is available and presented in a free datasheet. It's cited to blend butane into motor gasoline--and comply with all current and many future EPA regulatory requirements. The system is...

Free tank safety gauge data.(Free literature)
July 1, 2008... PETOL Tank Safety Gauges are shown installed and described in this free datasheet. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] They come in 12 models from 6 to 30 ft (larger sizes available on request) to reduce risks by keeping lease operators off tank...

How gas/liquid separators protect system components.(Free literature)
July 1, 2008... A new and free product guide details how gas/liquid separators protect expensive systems components. The literature explains how models remove potential damage causing moisture and particulate matter from steam, compressed air, and...

Bioremediation for refineries.(Free literature)
July 1, 2008... Bioremediation technology specific to refining operations is announced in this free four-page brochure. Patented, it's cited to "actually exploit the properties of waste water to repair itself." The technology uses a modified chemostat to...

Epoxy coatings, linings for tanks, pipe offered.(Free literature)
July 1, 2008... High performance epoxy coatings and linings are presented in this free datasheet for corrosion protection and substrate restoration. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The tank and pipe-applicable products are cited to comprise thick-film,...

Hydraulic system analyzer.(Free literature)
July 1, 2008... Flo-Check USB Hydraulic System Analyzer is covered in this brochure to simultaneously measures flow, pressure, temperature and power within a hydraulic system. This data is displayed and logged through a custom Windows-based software...

Electronic lock product catalog.(Free literature)
July 1, 2008... This new catalog presents information on CyberLock electronic locks and intelligent padlocks. Literature includes an instructive CD on electronic lock and key technology. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] CyberLock brings electronic access...

Educational welding posters.(Free literature)
July 1, 2008... This company has created the fourth in an ongoing series of free educational welding posters, addressing the 10 most common welding problems and their likely causes and solutions. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Using diaphragms and concisely...

Stainless steel seamless and welded pipes/tubes.(Free literature)
July 1, 2008... Various sizes of stainless steel welded and seamless pipes/tubes and carbon steel welded pipes are covered in this catalog to conform to ASTM, DIN, and any other international standards. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Testing facilities are...

Electronic temperature indicator.(Free literature)
July 1, 2008... New literature is available for this firm's E-Stik electronic contact temperature indicator. It provides an instantaneous digital readout of surface temperature at the point of contact. Unlike infrared technology, it is not necessary to know...

Fastening system brochure.(Free literature)
July 1, 2008... This Spinner-Grip Fastening System brochure is yours free. The system consists of the firm's proprietary Spinner-Grip Flange Lock Nuts and Spinner-Grip Flange Locking Bolts, which, when used together, double the locking power, increase product...

Multiple bag filters.(Products and services)
July 1, 2008... This company announces the completion of its inventory expansion program. More than 60 of the most commonly ordered multiple bag filters, of both carbon and stainless steel construction, have been added to their warehouse for fast delivery to...

Pneumatic torque wrenches offer new gearbox design.(Products and services)
July 1, 2008... A new gearbox design has been introduced to this firm's line of Pneutorque pneumatic torque wrenches. Models in the new series are now faster, lighter, smaller, and easier to handle than other units of similar capacities. [ILLUSTRATION...

Torque multipliers for difficult bolting applications.(Products and services)
July 1, 2008... A complete line of torque multipliers, which includes three styles, is now available from this firm. Styles include: universal tube, plate reaction, and foot reaction. These tools range in output capacity from 750 to 8,000 ft lb. ...

Bellows for high frequency interconnection.(Products and services)
July 1, 2008... New Gold Plated Bellows Contacts provide an alternative to spring loaded type test pins for the next generation of high frequency test applications. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The contact springs are manufactured from electrodeposited...

Torque tool products for deep water.(Products and services)
July 1, 2008... Two subsea tooling products are announced for deepwater operations: TORNADO TRO Subsea Torque Tool and TORNADO TVT Subsea Torque Verification Tool. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The TORNADO TRO is depth-rated to 4,000 meters, and features...

Pressure transmitters serve multiple petroleum applications.(Products and services)
July 1, 2008... Model 570 Series pressure transmitters serve a variety of oil applications including oil pumping, natural gas pipelines, wellheads, and offshore rig safety systems. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] These hazardous-environment-applicable...

New pressure switches offered.(Products and services)
July 1, 2008... PDPS pressure switches are newly announced with larger diameter diaphragm plus snap action. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] PDPS is available for pressure, vacuum, and differential applications. They are factory preset for pressures from...

Well integrity monitoring of entire thermal observation well offered.(Products and services)
July 1, 2008... FibreDip system is a flexible well integrity monitoring solution of the entire thermal observation well--without need for tubing or a service rig or hoist. The digital monitoring design is easily deployed and self supported to understand...

Marine pressure transducer.(Products and services)
July 1, 2008... Series 5SE01313 marine pressure transducers have a high accuracy of 0.25% as well as a high overpressure rating. They are available in gage or absolute pressure, and ranges of 50 in. [H.sub.2]O to 5,000 psi. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The...

High performance direct burial compression grounding system.(Products and services)
July 1, 2008... New and high-performance STRUCTUREDGROUND Direct Burial Compression Grounding System offers the speed and safety of a compression connection, while exceeding the stringent requirements of the recently revised IEEE Std 837-2002 for grounding...

High pressure needle valve.(Products and services)
July 1, 2008... This new and low-cost Series HNV Needle Valve is a bar stock style valve that is designed for controlling low flow-rates of liquids or gases. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The valve series features fine threading and a large seat area to...

Filler accommodates containers to 81 in. tall.(Products and services)
July 1, 2008... "Extra Tall" is this new liquid filler, designed for filling 5 to 500 gallon containers. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The sub-surface filling machine allows the filling lance to penetrate within 3 in. of the bottom of an 81 in. tall IBC. It...

Ultrasonic gas leak detectors.(Products and services)
July 1, 2008... Based on highly stable microphone technology to ensure instant gas leak detection and including Senssonic integrated self-test technology, the Gassonic Observer is now rated SIL 2/3 suitable. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] It is designed for...

Transportable gas detector.(Products and services)
July 1, 2008... For reliable detection of short-term gas hazards, this firm's Detective + gas detector offers wide-area coverage and long battery life--allowing shutdown maintenance work in plants and refineries to be completed safely and quickly. ...

Goggles protect against splash, reduce fogging.(Products and services)
July 1, 2008... Providing maximum splash and impact protection, Wheelz Goggles also reduce fogging and help increase compliance. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] According to OSHA, splash goggles must be used during any application where there is a risk of...

Hollow float system introduced.(Products and services)
July 1, 2008... This company has designed a new Hollow Float System without guide wires that may be used with either displacer or radar type storage tank level indication systems. The Hollow Float allows for sampling or gauging without physically removing...

Work force accommodation units.(Products and services)
July 1, 2008... Work force accommodations units, for remote locations, are available from this firm. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The new work force accommodation units are cited to represent a significant improvement over traditional camp style...

Precise control valve operation.(Products and services followup)
July 1, 2008... Precise control valve operation, dependable damper drives in challenging environments, and custom industrial drives for special needs are available from Rotork Process Controls. The new GPSA control valve actuator features proportional and...

Process control and measurement products.(Products and services followup)
July 1, 2008... Need more petrochemical equipment options? OMEGA offers over 100,000 process control and measurement products online. Among the many products offered: iDRX/iDRN Series analog and digital output signal conditioners/transmitters; ELC...

First annual PetroFlow Online is virtual trade show event.(Products and services followup)
July 1, 2008... PennEnergy.com, in partnership with Oil, Gas & Petrochem Equipment, is presenting the first annual PetroFlow Online virtual trade show. This event will take place September 17, 2008, 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Central Time. The innovative...

Bourdon tube process gauges.(Products and services followup)
July 1, 2008... AMETEK, U.S. Gauge's XR-Series process gauges come standard with seamless Bourdon tube, rated at 100% working pressure. They are less susceptible to stress corrosion over time. The XR-Series gauges are also designed with solid front cases that...

Extensive inventory of rental tools and equipment.(Products and services followup)(Website overview)
July 1, 2008... Hertz Equipment Rental offers an extensive inventory of tools and equipment from top manufacturers. They provide: short-and long-term rentals, new and used equipment sales, pickup and delivery, tools and supplies for sale, and 24-hour emergency...

Let your business profit from [H.sub.2]S removal process.(Products and services followup)
July 1, 2008... For more than 18 years, SulfaTreat has provided exceptional value to its customers needing effective, environmentally responsible [H.sub.2]S-removal technology. During that time, the company provided the right product at the lowest price with...