Oil, Gas, & Petrochem Equipment articles from March 2006

Oil, Gas, & Petrochem Equipment archives from March 2006

New line offers 30+ tank vents, gauge hatches, flame arrestors.(PRODUCT & BUSINESS PROFILES)
March 1, 2006... Just introduced is a new line of vapor control tank vents, gauge hatches, and flame arrestors. More than 30 products comprise the product line--designed to deliver tight shutoff required by an application. Some 17 major models include...

New digital pressure gauges incorporate proprietary ASIC.(PRODUCT & BUSINESS PROFILES)
March 1, 2006... DPG 1200 series digital pressure gauges are unveiled to incorporate proprietary application-specific integrated circuit (ASIC) design. Engineered to combine accuracy and reliability of a solid-state sensor, the new instruments comprise...

Coriolis mass gas flow computers introduced.(PRODUCT & BUSINESS PROFILES)
March 1, 2006... Model 3711 gas flow computers are unveiled for fiscal gas measurement. They use and benefit from the accuracy of Coriolis direct mass flow measurement. They employ patented MVD multivariable digital) technology to deliver gas measurement...

Non-bleed pneumatic level switch.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... Newly announced 1540 non-bleed, side-mount pneumatic level switch has been added to this firm's 1500 series of products. The 1540 is a horizontally mounted, float-operated level switch suitable for process and industrial applications where...

Level sensors field services, surveys, training, installation.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... This level sensors manufacturer now offers expanded services to existing and potential new customers--to assist specification, installation, and maintenance of its product lines in a wide variety of applications. For a reasonable fee, the...

RF point level switch for floating roof high level.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... Field proven RF point level switches like this are designed for floating roof high level. They're engineered to replace less reliable mechanical point level types. The new point level configurations employ a flexible sensor. It hangs above...

Transmitters convert machine vibrations to mA.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... Simple two-wire ST5484E transmitters convert machine vibration to 4 to 20 mA signal. Wired directly to your PLC or DCS (the only requirement) they deliver early earning of impending problems and continuous protection against catastrophic...

Pipe clamp system + auto-feed aids pneumatic hacksaw pipe cutting.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... An automatic feed pipe clamp system is now offered for use with its maker's portable pneumatic hacksaw. It's designed to simplify cutting of pipe and easily attaches to the hacksaw. The system operates off the same 90 psi air supply. ...

New single round filter housings.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... DuoFLO DFN #1 and #2 single round filter housings are announced for use with their maker's patented filter elements in applications not requiring code vessels. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] They come in 304 and 316L stainless steel and...

Hand-held real-time vibration analyzer.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... VI-400Pro vibration analyzers are hand held, real-time designs. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] They simultaneously monitor up to four input channels with each channel including 1/1 or 1/3 real-time octave band data. Three channels are...

New inspections added by firm, provide full tube testing services.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... Remote field eddy current inspection plus remote visual tube inspection have been added to this provider's tube testing services which already include IRIS ultrasonic testing. Remote field eddy current testing uses low frequency alternating...

Fuel usage monitoring software.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... You can monitor and control fuel usage with newly released fuel usage monitoring software. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] It's designed for use in conjunction with its developer's positive displacement flow meters and FEM-03 single-channel or...

Small electro-magnetic pig tracker transmitter.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... This firm has launched a significantly smaller addition to their Pig Transmitter (PT) product line. The new SPY PT-101 transmitter measures 1 in. (25.4 mm) in diameter and 4 3/16 in. (106.4 mm) in length. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The...

Moisture and humidity transmitters.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... Updated DewPro flow-through and insertion transmitters now offer larger operational ranges, while providing a safe solution with certified packages rated for hazardous area requirements. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Different versions of the...

Seals for internal floating roof tanks.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... MesaWedge SC-1000 seal systems are designed to prevent product loss and atmospheric contamination from internal floating roof tanks. MesaWedge can be configured as a single wiper primary seal system or double wiper primary and secondary seal...

Wireless shaft alignment.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... With the introduction of wireless transmission of data via Bluetooth, the ROTALIGN Ultra laser alignment system for rotating machinery eliminates the use of cables. Solid data transmission is assured--indoor lighting fixtures, 2-way...

Thermocouple heads and sensors junction boxes.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... Series 1080 thermocouple heads and sensor junction boxes are now available in NEMA 4X epoxy coated or 316 stainless steel, with FM and CSA certifications for use in hazardous locations. These heads can be supplied with terminal blocks to...

Heavy-duty mechanical seals.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... The rugged Moyno Power Seal heavy-duty mechanical seal, a key aspect of the Moyno PowerFlow pump, provides a very good solution in difficult situations. The versatile seal handles operating conditions with temperatures to 350[degrees]F and...

Wedge wire screen grids.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... For retaining media in all types of process vessels, this company now manufactures a wide range of media support grids. Common applications include catalyst beds, molecular sieves, hydrotreaters, desulfurizers and sand and other fine media...

Hydrocarbon flow computer.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... MVI56-AFC Flow Computer, for Allen-Bradley's ControlLogix platform, allows integrated process control and flow computer capabilities in a single-slot, in-rack solution. This module is declared to offer unprecedented communication...

Transit-time ultrasonic flow meters.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... New Innova-Sonic line of transit-time ultrasonic flow meters, with Bluetooth wireless PDA interface, are universal transit-time instruments that incorporate the latest advances in digital signal processing. The Bluetooth wireless PDA...

Software lets customers benefit from maintenance painting analyses.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... This company is equipping its corrosion specification specialists with a comprehensive software program, Site Survey, designed to enable plant maintenance decision-makers to maximize their investment in plant assets and minimize plant...

Radiation detectors.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... This company is extending its line of radiation detectors for first responders with the NeutronRAE II. It's declared by the firm to be the first intrinsically safe personal gamma and neutron radiation detector. The NeutronRAE II detects...

Solenoid valves.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... ASCO RedHat Next Generation line of solenoid valves is now available with Class I, Division 2 approval. The certification is cited to make the valves especially useful in hazardous locations and for watertight applications. The valves meet...

Variable speed and fixed peristaltic pumps.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... FPU2000 Series variable speed and fixed peristaltic pumps are now available. The FPU2000 Series is self-priming with fixed pumps fed by an analog fixed 60-second timer. The pump can be on for 1 to 60 seconds. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ...

PGI International purge adapters designed for flow, level, pressure.(Product & Business Profile: PGI International)
March 1, 2006... PGI's Flow, Level and Gauge Pressure Purge Adapters are being successfully used when the process needs to be isolated from instrumentation manifolds, measuring instruments, and connecting tubing. This compact, highly accurate assembly saves...

Two, three, five-valve manifolds feature Pressure-Core[TM] stem seals and Low-Torque[TM] Graphoil[R].(Product & Business Profile: PGI International)
March 1, 2006... PGI International's patented Teflon[R] Pressure-Core[TM] Graphoil[R] seals are featured in this line of two, three, and five-valve manifolds. All models comprise 316 stainless steel to conform to NACE MR0175/ISO 15156-1 First Edition,...

Advanced sealing stem seal technology enables low emissions, zero maintenance, 5-year warranty.(Product & Business Profile: PGI International)
March 1, 2006... PGI's Teflon[R] Pressure-Core[TM] Stem Seal offers advanced sealing technology in standard instrument valves and manifolds, eliminating leaks and resulting measurement error and emissions, while saving you time and money. Compared to...

Two-way radio headsets.(Products and literature)
March 1, 2006... PowerCom Plus two-way radio headsets, subject of this free brochure, are cited to be a better and more affordable way to communicate in high noise environments. There are no expensive belt radios, no wires to tangle, and it has many proven...

Temperature transmitters.(Products and literature)
March 1, 2006... This new temperature measurement brochure presents analogue and intelligent temperature transmitter equipment. The literature covers the firm's complete offering of temperature transmitter equipment, including details on operating parameters,...

Compression Sleeve Valve and Fitting Catalog.(Products and literature)
March 1, 2006... This 15,000 psi QSS Compression Sleeve Valve & Fitting Catalog "is now available to be added to your Autoclave Engineers; Valves, Fittings, and Tubing Binder," declares the company. The firm has engineered an advanced, single ferrule...

New 2,600-page scientific and laboratory products catalog.(Products and literature)
March 1, 2006... More than 44,000 scientific and laboratory products from this company and other manufacturers are featured in the newly re-designed, 2,600-page, 2006/07 Fisher Catalog. The catalog's product offering includes names such as Accumet, Pyrex,...

Analyzer maximizes productivity in analysis of total petroleum hydrocarbons.(Products and literature)
March 1, 2006... This company has announced the development of a new application for the analysis of total petroleum hydrocarbons using their TRACE GC Ultra Flame Ionization Detection (FID) system--coupled with an Ultra Fast option. The application is...

Solutions for detailed hydrocarbon analysis of light petroleum streams & light end in crude oils.(Products and literature)
March 1, 2006... A new eight-page brochure presents AC DHA Solutions for the detailed hydrocarbon analysis of light petroleum streams and light end in crude oils. "The AC DHA Solutions are dedicated to characterize the composition of petroleum streams and...

New high-sensitivity metal oxide sensors.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... N[O.sub.2] measurements with high sensitivity over a wide range of gas-in-air combinations are delivered by new metal oxide sensors. Announced to offer high stability, the instruments tolerate a wide range of temperature, pressure, and...

Humidity or humidity/temp transmitters developed.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... Series RH Transmitters are newly introduced for humidity or humidity/temperaturein harsh environments. They provide stable, repeatable, and accurate measurements. RH's polymer capacitance sensor is unaffected by condensation, fog, high...

Miniature [DELTA] P gauges for process equipment.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... A cost-effective alternative to full-size pressure gauges are these miniature differential pressure gauges for direct mounting on filters, pumps, tanks, hydraulic systems, or fluid lines. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The compact, lightweight...

Proximity probe transmitters.(Product & Business Profile: Metrix Instrument)
March 1, 2006... The Trendsetter models TXA and TXR proximity probe transmitters will be the first products in the microprocessor-based Trendsetter family. Thanks to new technology, this transmitter will provide greater reliability and more stable measurement....

Loop-powered transmitters convert machine vibration to 4-20 mA signal.(Product & Business Profile: Metrix Instrument)
March 1, 2006... This simple two-wire transmitter wired di-rectly to your PLC or DCS is all that is required for early warning of impending problems and 24/7 protection against catastrophic failure. No wiring or special electronics are necessary. Just mount the...

Impact Transmitters, new technology detect mechanical looseness.(Product & Business Profile: Metrix Instrument)
March 1, 2006... Model IT6810 Impact Transmitters use new technology to measure impact severity on reciprocating machinery. The Impact Transmitter combines the benefits of this measurement with the convenience of 4-20mA loop-powered sensor technology....

Driver software expands digital test capabilities.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... Digital test engineers can now use this company's NI-HS-DIO 1.4 driver software with NI high-speed digital devices to perform such time-critical digital test applications as bit error rate testing, stimulus response testing, as well as...

Ball valves introduced with threaded flange connections.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... A new line of ball valves with threaded flanged connections is available from this firm to complement their line of sandwich type flanged ball valves with through bolt holes. They are for use where SAE 4-bolt patterns are employed. These...

[H.sub.2]S gas sensor delivers toxic gas protection in hazardous areas.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... New TS Series Hydrogen Sulfide Gas Detectors now provide advanced protection against the deadly hazards of [H.sub.2]S for a wide range of applications--including chemical, oil and gas, and wastewater. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The TS...

Electric failsafe valve actuators.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... Skilmatic SI quarter-turn and linear electric valve actuators provide both modulating and two-position control for failsafe operation in a wide variety of process applications. They are compact, integrated units that are electrically...

Scroll expander introduced.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... This new and patented scroll expander is designed for expansion generators used to convert waste heat energy from the exhaust gases or liquid cooling systems of internal combustion engines, fuel cells, solar collectors, and similar devices. ...

Low cost digital pressure gauge is precise.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... Druck DPI 104 Digital Test Gauge delivers high precision measurements and advanced functionality in a compact, simple-to-use package. It's suitable for use with a wide variety of gas and liquid media, and pressure ranges span from 700 mbar...

Laser shaft alignment capability added to analyzer.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... Laser shaft alignment capability has been added to the CSI 2130 Machinery Health Analyzer--a complete and portable tool used to assess and maintain mechanical equipment. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Among features: single- and dual-channel...

IR spectrometer for gas manufacturers.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... InterceptIR is the new IR spectrometer for the gas manufacturing industry. It provides research-grade performance, speed, and sensitivity for trace gas analysis in demanding process environments and monitors air separation units for hydrocarbon...

Loop Powered Indicator.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... Series LPI Loop Powered Indicator accepts a 4-20 mA input signal and displays the associated process variable such as pressure, flow, temperature, level or relative humidity. The new unit is quipped with a bright red, 4-digit LED for local or...

Digital torque meter has RS232 output.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... New HHTQ88 digital torque meter with RS232 output is a precision test instrument for automation, laboratories, automotive and general industrial applications. The unit comes complete with the torque sensor with built-in 0.5-in. chuck and...

Oil Analysis and Cooling System Maintenance training seminars.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... "Practical Oil Analysis & Cooling Systems Maintenance" training is announced for maintenance and reliability professionals. The three-day program is cited to provide the knowledge and management tools that are critical in developing a...

Digital display for flow meters.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... New Model DM20 Digital Display digitally displays totalized flow readings from this company's ST Series thermal dispersion mass flow meters. Designed to replace standard electro-mechanical counters, the DM20 features the latest CMOS technology...

Sensing, interface, and connectivity solutions.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... This company was formed to provide complete connectivity, interface and sensing solutions for process automation needs from a single source. Offered are: a fieldbus for every application, excom remote I/O system for enhanced safety, innovative...

Compact differential pressure sensors.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... The rugged NE74 differential pressure sensors, with all stainless steel construction, are especially useful for the harsh environment found in the oil and gas exploration industries. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Together with its operating...

Meeting today's challenges for sulfur removal/recovery.
March 1, 2006... Developing The Right Strategy Hydrogen sulfide removal ([H.sub.2]S) and recovery is an important task for oil and gas operators around the world. But thanks to leading companies like Gas Technology Products LLC (GTP), the solutions just...

Strainer removes pipeline particulate.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... Pipeline damage causing 45-micron to 1/2-in. particulate are removed by Model 950 fabricated duplex pipeline strainers. With this design, pipeline system flow never has to be shut down for strainer basket cleaning, declares the...

Battery powers DIN rail mount wireless device.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... Battery-powered DIN rail mount wireless transmitters are now available for applications without power sources. The 1-watt instrument is designed for tank level, pump control, petrochemical, sensor monitoring, or other oil and gas...

High-flow-rate filters introduced.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... Nexis High Flow Series Filter Elements have been launched. They are specifically designed for high flow rate applications. Featuring inside-to-outside flow, which traps contaminants inside the element--Nexis comprises a polypropylene media....

Pipe end preparation machines.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... This company has developed a new and economical version of the PBM pipe end preparation machines--the small PBM-4. It will have the same quality and endurance as the larger versions and is able to make a bevel in a few seconds. PBM-4 has a...

Pulleys dissipate static electric buildup.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... A new line of nylon pulleys and accessories neutralize static electric buildup. The nylon insulating products replace metal gears or pulleys. They're for use where static electricity is a function of high-speed mechanical motion,...

New nonmetallic expansion joints.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... Refinery, petrochemical or chemical plant, waste heat recovery, and cogeneration applications are cited for a line of nonmetallic expansion joints. The elastorner or rugged fluoroplastic joints are engineered to handle extreme heat...

Flame detectors for HC-based fires.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... FlameGard Series Flame Detectors are designed to continuously monitor for hydrocarbon-based fires or flames. The systems detect the UV and/or IR radiation that is emitted by these fires and flames. All FlameGard Detectors can operate as...

Differential pressure switches.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... This new line of 220 / 240 explosion-proof, differential indicating switches is CSA, UL, and ATEX certified. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Among switch features: compact, lightweight aluminum (or 316/316L); weather resistant, 4 1/2 in gauge...

Induced Gas Flotation Cell.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... The Enviro-Cell Induced Gas Flotation Cell is a multi-featured flotation process that is declared to incorporate the best features of present oil water separation technology. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Features include: multiple educators...

Vibration Switch is reliable, compact.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... Hardy Vibration Switch is newly introduced to provide rugged and reliable machine protection in a compact package. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The switch is a low-cost, self-contained monitoring system that can be mounted to any location on...

Monitor flares, flare stack smoke, and pilot flames.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... Quasar M8100 Series infrared detection systems are available for continuous duty monitoring of pilot flame, flared gases, and smoke particulate from flare stacks. They feature sight-through optics, high resolution field of view, and may be...

Infrared Thermometer enhanced.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... Marathon MM Series Infrared Thermometer has been enhanced with this firm's optional motorized, remote-controlled variable target focus capability. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Declared to be the first high-performance IR sensor platform of...

IR day/night weatherproof camera.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... New EV-1323C12DWL (color) long-range IR day/night weatherproof bullet camera has an extended range of up to 80 ft. Offering 24 IR LEDs, the camera is for use in various lighting conditions. Made of die-cast aluminum and a weatherproof...

Compact, low cost DIN rail supplies.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... Tracopower TCL Series of DIN rail mount ac/dc and dc/dc converters offer very good price/performance value, reports the manufacturer. Applications for these economic DIN-rail power supplies are factory automation, process control,...

Explosion-proof pressure transmitter.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... New 621/622 Series explosion-proof transmitters are available for Class 1, Division 1, Groups A, B, C, and D hazardous locations. They are FM and CSA approved and utilize this company's proven sputtered thin film and diffused semiconductor...

Digital Pressure Gauge provides terminal point accuracy.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... This newly released Digital Pressure Gauge provides 1/2 percent terminal point accuracy and a standard pressure range of 0 to 10,000 psi. It is for use in measuring air, hydraulic and vacuum pressures. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The...

Thermox[R] self-contained flue gas analyzer measures oxygen, combustibles, methane for improved combustion efficiency, safety.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... This flue gas analyzer not only provides zirconium-oxide technology to measure excess oxygen in flue gas, but also includes integral catalytic detectors to measure combustibles and methane to give you the ability to improve burner efficiency...

Differential pressure transmitter offers continuous measurement of process pressure; years of service.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... The Model 831 TD differential pressure transmitter from AMETEK U.S. Gauge features all-stainless-steel construction, fixed pressure ranges from 6 psi to 500 psi, with an accuracy of [+ or -]0.5% of span (BFSL), including linearity. These rugged...

Rugged new process analyzer measures [H.sub.2] and [H.sub.2]S simultaneously.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... The Model 931 process analyzer reduces costs and system complexity by combining a hydrogen ([H.sub.2]) sensor and a proprietary hydrogen sulfide ([H.sub.2]S) analyzer with the high safety integrity of AMETEK's heated acid gas (HAG) probe...

Process moisture analyzer verifies itself online, dries down in just minutes.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... The Model 3050 OLV Moisture Analyzer lets you confirm analyzer performance at any time, right in your process. There's never a need to return probes for re-calibration, or to stock extra probes to keep your process running. Offering...

Multi-function advanced signal calibrator can replace many handheld instruments.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... Our ASC300 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 of...

Small torque multiplier delivers 1,000Nm.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... HandTorque HT-52 torque multipliers serve where access is impossible with conventional wrenches or bulky torque units. The 1,000Nm tool offers the same, accurate, calibrated performance as other of this manufacturer's torque tools, but in a...

Air separation for noncryogenic nitrogen, oxygen production.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... Custom-designed air separation systems are offered by this company for production of noncryogenic nitrogen and oxygen. Both membrane and PSA custom-designed technology are used. Other technologies include dehydration systems and nitrogen...

Enhanced transmitter aids chromatography.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... Rosemount Analytical Model 700 process transmitters are announced as "capable of turning process analysis into an everyday field measurement." [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Models have expanded application capabilities with new Micro-FID...

SPEEDTRAP Intake Air Shutoff Valves.(Product & Business Profile: AMOT)
March 1, 2006... The SPEEDTRAP Intake Air Shutoff Valves are designed to be installed in the air intake piping on virtually any diesel engine to shut down a runaway diesel by choking off engine intake air. It is able to be used as a "Stand Alone" or in a...

AMOT Model 2230/4430 2-way temperature sensing valves.(Product & Business Profile: AMOT)
March 1, 2006... AMOT Models 2230 and 4430 are normally-closed, 2-way valves which are opened by increasing temperature of engine cooling water, lubricating oil, high pressure gas or other fluids. They can also be used for sensing high bearing or packing...

AMOT Model 8402 gas turbine fuel control valve.(Product & Business Profile: AMOT)
March 1, 2006... The 8402 Fuel Valve System is a balanced rotary valve with an electric stepper-motor actuator. Position feedback is provided by a 12-bit absolute digital encoder coupled to the drive mechanism. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The valve has a...

ED XRF tells ultra-low sulfur diesel fuels content.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... SPECTRO iQ ED XRF system is newly announced to determine content of EPA-mandated ultra-low sulfur diesel fuels. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The polarized energy-dispersive x-ray fluorescence system complies with D 7220-06 testing standard...

Pressure gauges work in corrosives.(Products and services)
March 1, 2006... AccuGauge media isolated digital pressure gauges are introduced for use with any gas, liquid, or solid media compatible with 17-4 PH stainless steel. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] They comprise solid one-piece 17-4 PH high-strength stainless...