Oil, Gas, & Petrochem Equipment articles from March 2008

Oil, Gas, & Petrochem Equipment archives from March 2008

New pool fire system suppresses contained liquid natural gas fires.(Product & Business Profiles + MRO Products & Services)
March 1, 2008... FOAMGLAS PFS pool fire suppressant system reduces thermal radiation and flame height in contained liquid natural gas (LNG) fires. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Designed to be a low-cost,...

External floating roof tank seal materials serve multiple storage tank applications.(Product & Business Profiles + MRO Products & Services)
March 1, 2008... MesaThane 6036 & Masalon 7010 seal materials for use in External Floating Roof Tanks. MesaThane 6036 is a reinforced premium-grade urethane laminate. It is engineered to provide superior chemical, abrasion, puncture, ozone, and ultraviolet...

Bearing isolators control stray mist emission in oil mist duties to aid/enhance maintenance, safety.(Product & Business Profiles + MRO Products & Services)
March 1, 2008... OM-32 Oil Mist Bearing Isolators control stray mist emissions to enhance and assist maintenance and safety. In typical oil mist applications, atomized lubricant is injected into a bearing housing. In an open system, it's allowed to discharge...

Bolting solutions.(Product & Business Profiles + MRO Products & Services)
March 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...

Hand tool safety program.(Product & Business Profiles + MRO Products & Services)
March 1, 2008... Wright Tool's Hand Tool Safety Program promotes training employees on tool safety and inspection. The program includes a DVD, offered in English or Spanish, and a workbook, which can be downloaded from www.wrighttool.com/safety. Both outline...

Wireless communications.(Product & Business Profiles + MRO Products & Services)
March 1, 2008... Dilbert Bluecat New Horizons Wireless Communications Version 24 Catalog over 95+ pages of the latest instruments including The Smart Connector thermocouple-to-wireless connector/converter. Sensor systems, temperature transmitters and iDRN...

Intrusion detection.(Product & Business Profiles + MRO Products & Services)
March 1, 2008... FFT Secure Fence & Secure Pipe intrusion detection packages are presented in this free brochure for critical plant and equipment. The fiber optic-based systems require no power or electronics and incorporate advanced signal processing to...

[H.sub.2]S removal packages.(Special report)
March 1, 2008... SULFUR-RITE complete packaged hydrogen sulfide removal systems are presented in this free six-page brochure. It explains SULFUR-RITE's process chemistry and engineering concept for smaller operations with a maximum sulfur load of approximately...

Free winches CD offered.(Product & Business Profiles + MRO Products & Services)
March 1, 2008... PDF versions of brochures are among components of a new winches literature resource CD yours free upon request. It highlights TA Series air winch to cover large hand designs up to 10,000 lb, davit style cranes, and electric winches. Product...

Critical bolting use torque machines data.(Product & Business Profiles + MRO Products & Services)
March 1, 2008... Nine series of critical bolting application torque machines are thoroughly presented in this free 40-page catalog. Square drive and low profile hydraulic wrenches are showcased along with backUP wrenches, specialized turbine tooling, hydraulic...

Bolting machinery data.(Product & Business Profiles + MRO Products & Services)
March 1, 2008... Optimized bolting is delivered by a line of torque and load calibrated bolting machines presented in this free 28-page brochure. It showcases with full, illustrated specs the AVANTI, XXI, and STEALTH machines to optimize bolting to eliminate...

Hand tool safety program.(Product & Business Profiles + MRO Products & Services)
March 1, 2008... A comprehensive hand tool safety program is now available and includes this DVD. It covers the do's-and-don'ts of using wrenches, sockets, ratchets, and attachments. The program and DVD come in English or Spanish and include employee...

Precision alignment.(Product & Business Profiles + MRO Products & Services)
March 1, 2008... Efficient pump operation is the result of proper shaft/coupling alignment prior to start-up, declares this precision laser alignment brochure. It illustrates and thoroughly discusses "why" align and notes such benefits as effects on power...

On-site installation hardware.(Products and services)
March 1, 2008... This company makes their new hardware trailer available to streamline turnarounds and new installations. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Complete with specialty hardware--down to the common nuts and bolts for tray and other tower internal...

Intrinsically safe industrial transmitter.(Products and services)
March 1, 2008... Series IS626 intrinsically safe industrial pressure transmitter is now available for use in hazardous locations. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] It contains a highly accurate pressure sensor that offers 0.25% full scale accuracy on ranges from...

Ultrasonic flowmeter exceeds industry standard for accuracy.(Products and services)
March 1, 2008... The Thermo Scientific M-PULSe Multi-Path Ultrasonic Liquid Flow Measurement System exceeds previous measurement standards for liquid petroleum products with an accuracy of better than [+ or -]0.10%. With very high accuracy, the system...

Docking station introduced.(Products and services)
March 1, 2008... Newly launched DS2 Docking Station is for this firm's GasBadge Plus single gas monitor. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The GasBadge Plus is a two-year, low-cost, personal gas detector that provides protection from dangerous levels of carbon...

Wireless pressure switch.(Products and services)
March 1, 2008... New and fully integrated, this AWI-PS self-contained wireless pressure switch is designed specifically of use in rugged, industrial areas where accurate pressure monitoring is needed. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Available in battery powered...

Pressure, humidity & temperature data logger with LCD display.(Products and services)
March 1, 2008... Model OM-CP-PRHTEMP2000 data logger has one of the largest memory capacities of any similar data logger on the market and can record over 87,000 readings per channel--reports the manufacturer. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] CE compliant, it...

Three dimensional laser scanner.(Products and services)
March 1, 2008... Newly announced LM3D and LM2D laser scanners comprise a new line of products for non-contact volumetric measurement of bulk solids. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The LM3D is declared by the manufacturer to be industry's first real-time, three...

Liquid chromatograph introduced.(Products and services)
March 1, 2008... Adding to its Prominence line of HPLC chromatography products, this firm introduces the Prominence UFLCXR, an ultra fast liquid chromatograph (UFLC) with extra resolution. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Even at a high-pressure configuration,...

Extend seal life in hot, aggressive amines & strong acids.(Products and services)
March 1, 2008... Kalrez Spectrum 6380 is the latest addition to this company's line of perfluoroelastomer parts; it's developed to extend service lifetime in chemical and hydrocarbon processes that involve hot, aggressive amines, strong acids and oxidizing...

New torque wrench design.(Products and services)
March 1, 2008... TruTorque is this newly designed torque wrench; it uses an improved mechanism to achieve durability and stay in calibration as long as possible--even when used regularly in demanding environments. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Adjustment is...

Pipeline acoustic pig tracking.(Products and services)
March 1, 2008... SPY PHONE pipeline acoustic pig tracker system is declared to be much easier to use and more reliable than geophone technology because its sensor's position is not critical. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The omni-directional pick-up sensor...

High flow pumps and steel torque wrenches.(Products and services)
March 1, 2008... Predator Series high flow pumps and steel torque wrenches are now available for the bolting industry. Included are: electric powered hydraulic torque wrench pump, low clearance torque wrench, and square drive torque wrench. [ILLUSTRATION...

Liquid ultrasonic meter complies with OIML.(Products and services)
March 1, 2008... Ultra6 liquid ultrasonic meters have received OIML R117-1 Test Report to comply with OIML recommendations in custody transfer of petroleum products. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] "OIML Test Report promotes mutual confidence between sellers...

Cyber-security health check for infrastructures.(Products and services)
March 1, 2008... Achilles Industrial Cyber-Security Health Check program delivers quick assessment of current cyber-security readiness--according to industry leading methodology and recommended practices. It also provides a blueprint for future security...

Edge welded bellows manufacturing data.(Free literature)
March 1, 2008... Custom-design edge welded bellows are illustrated and described in this free 12-page brochure for demanding intense vacuum-sealing situations. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The vacuum, welding, and oil machinery-applicable bellows are cited...

Maintenance, repair, operations products data.(Free literature)
March 1, 2008... Forty-two pages of maintenance, repair, and operations products highlight this new and free catalog. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] All MRO specialties--among 10,000 oil and gas products available--are stressed to help "create a safer, more...

Maritime survivor locators, man over board systems.(Free literature)
March 1, 2008... SEA MARSHALL maritime survivor locating devices and 'SOS' man overboard systems are presented in this free eight-page brochure. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] With numerous application and deployment illustrations, the literature fully depicts...

Precision miniature bellows, electroforms data.(Free literature)
March 1, 2008... Servometer precision miniature bellows and electroforms are described and illustrated in this free 12-page brochure. It presents precision electrodeposited nickel bellows, bellows assemblies, flexible shaft couplings, electrical contacts, and...

Electromechanical ammonia detectors.(Products and services)
March 1, 2008... Model EC-F9-NH3 electromechanical ammonia detectors are new. They feature SensorCheck built-in system to monitor and predict sensor electrical viability. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The gas diffusion unit with linear output exhibits...

New flame-resistant fabrics unveiled for industrial workwear.(Products and services)
March 1, 2008... Amplitude flame resistant fabric is newly announced for industrial workwear. The new proprietary fabrics are processed ammonia-free and constructed of a cotton/nylon blend to help mitigate potential injuries due to electric arc and flash fire...

Input/output Modbus 900-MHz radios line expanded, enhanced.(Products and services)
March 1, 2008... New FGRIO-S30 Modbus industrial 900-MHz radios are released to deliver tank, lifting station, pump, flow meter, fluid level, water source, temperature, and pressure long-range, remote control and monitoring. The expanded and enhanced...

Sequential recycle relays for OEM customization.(Products and services)
March 1, 2008... New 100% solid-state SEQ sequential recycling relays have been added to this company's line of solid-state and thermal time delay relays, flashers, timing, and industrial controls. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] They may be used to alternately...

Inductive proximity sensors.(Products and services)
March 1, 2008... E57 inductive proximity sensors are for a variety of applications with limited space for mounting sensors. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] These very small instruments come in 5 and 8-mm diameters with a stainless steel or Ni-brass housing. ...

Low hydrogen manual electrodes.(Products and services)
March 1, 2008... Excalibur low hydrogen manual electrodes deliver clean weld, consistent starting, quick puddle creation and reduced porosity. Its slag system results in great puddle control and clarity. Coating burnoff is also uniform. [ILLUSTRATION...

High pressure switches.(Products and services)
March 1, 2008... New A6 high pressure switches are designed to be durable in extended duty applications. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] They are factory set but capable of field adjustment. A6 features stainless steel or brass base, glass reinforced polyester...

Threaded bolt viscosity sensors.(Products and services)
March 1, 2008... ViSmart viscosity sensor is now available packaged as a threaded bolt. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] In 1/2-in. NPT or 1/2-in. BPT thread configuration, it is equipped with a smart sensor interface for easy installation and seamless...

ATEX-approved wireless burst detection systems introduced.(Products and services)
March 1, 2008... Radio-Tel wireless burst protection systems are launched and ATEX approved. They are suited for the largest sites and feature real-time process monitoring of disc status and temperature. Situated in close proximity to the bursting disc,...

Tubing wear prevention package delivers increased production.(Products and services)
March 1, 2008... RODEC tubing rotators, New Era rod guides, and Hercules rod rotators comprise a complete tubing wear prevention package. All components work together to improve efficiency, reduce operating costs, and increase production. RODEC tubing...

Geosciences data visualization.(Products and services)
March 1, 2008... Avizo Earth Edition software is announced for geosciences data visualization. It is a powerful, multifaceted framework to deliver high-quality 3D visualization, multi-modality datasets management, scalable performance from desktop to...

Gas fed permeation tubes.(Products and services)
March 1, 2008... Trace Source 57 permeation tubes are refillable gas fed designs made to extend the range of analyte compounds: such high-pressure gases as [O.sub.2], CO, [CO.sub.2], [CH.sub.4], and [C.sub.2][H.sub.2]. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Trace...

Mag-drive dry-run pump offered.(Products and services)
March 1, 2008... Tough demanding chemical handling is achieved with new MXM magnetically driven, ductile cast-iron-lined, dry run pumps. They're designed for tank farm transfer, bulk chemical distribution, chemical filtration and circulation, or general process...

Cat engine crankcase fumes disposal system.(Products and services)
March 1, 2008... AIRSEP crankcase fumes disposal systems for Caterpillar 3500 engines are available. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] They close the engine's crankcase for both prime and standby power to better meet OSHA and emissions guidelines. AIRSEP has...

New mechanical horns.(Products and services)
March 1, 2008... GPH General Purpose Horns have been developed as electronic alternatives to electromechanical warning devices. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Sophisticated electronic circuitry and matching piezo driver combine to produce a very effective...

Metrix unveils new website.(Products and services)(Website overview)
March 1, 2008... Metrix announces the launch of its new website. Some new features include detailed machine application notes, online forms to request quotes and order status, frequently asked questions for products/technical information, and a library of...

New RPM transmitter offers versatility.(Products and services)
March 1, 2008... Metrix introduces the TXR5521 2-wire programmable RPM transmitter. This unit is an upgrade for the model PT5521 transmitter. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] These transmitters feature a 4-20 mA output proportional to the shaft RPM. The TXR5521...

Biodiesel-applicable vane pumps markted.(Products and services)
March 1, 2008... ProVane Motor Speed Vane Pumps come in CF8M (316) stainless steel to handle caustic transfer in biodisel operations. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Models operate at up to 3,600-rpm with 6 to 100-gal/min (23 to 379-liter) capacities. They are...

Impact meters "fine tune" transmitters for machines.(Products and services)
March 1, 2008... Metrix Model 6850-001 hand-held Impact Meter affords quick interrogation of Metrix Impact transmitters. This water resistant meter has three modes: Pulse/Time and Peak Detect functions are key measures of transmitter operating parameters. These...

Bucket elevators for catalyst transport.(Products and services)
March 1, 2008... Econ-O-Lift bucket elevators transport various catalyst grades in hydro-processing operations. They're available in 9 to 30-in. bucket sizes with capacities to 2,500 [ft.sup.3]/ hr. They help keep abrasive catalyst material in its granular...

Directional spool valves for constant delivery pump systems.(Products and services)
March 1, 2008... PSL proportional directional spool valves control motion direction and provide infinite speed control to constant delivery pump systems. They adhere to the load-sensing principle to control direction of motion with infinite speed control...

Loading-rack gangways upgraded.(Products and services)
March 1, 2008... Redesigned patent-pending SafeRack G4 Gangways are now available. They use metal-stamping technology to create a stronger gangway that is at the same time lighter and smoother to operate announces their manufacturer. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]...

Plug and ball valves.(Products and services)
March 1, 2008... Bottom Outlet Plug Valves and Bottom Outlet Ball Valves are designed specifically for use in the unloading and transporting of ethanol. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Bottom Outlet Plug Valves have been rigorously tested and been shown to...

Stainless steel vane pumps.(Products and services)
March 1, 2008... Viking LVP stainless steel vane pumps are now available for transferring corrosive or thin liquids at higher pressures. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The LVP Series is cited to offer important benefits when compared to other types of pumps,...

Surge protection system.(Products and services)
March 1, 2008... This rugged, stand-alone Rayvoss Surge Protection System reduces equipment downtime and maintenance. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] It protects the entire facility from all sources of transient over-voltage, reducing the downtime and...

Multiple-use earplugs.(Products and services)
March 1, 2008... New Howard Leight Clarity multiple-use earplugs enhance communication and worker safety. Featuring Bilsom Sound Management Technology, the earplugs block hazardous noise and allow hearing without distortion. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ...

Retractable horizontal lifeline.(Products and services)
March 1, 2008... EZ-Line Retractable Horizontal Lifeline System is newly introduced to ease the stress of installing, recoiling and removing horizontal lifeline systems by incorporating a built-in retractor device. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The entire...

Wide area warning siren systems.(Products and services)
March 1, 2008... To protect the lives of people in a variety of environments, this firm offers a selection of wide area warning siren systems. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Conventional motor driven sirens, including ATEX approved models, are manufactured...

Jofra Ultra Cooler--literally the coolest dry block in the world.
March 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.
March 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.
March 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.
March 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.
March 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...

Free 100-page specialty fasteners catalog.(Literature and products)
March 1, 2008... Kwik-Lok pins, Spinner-Grip flange lock nuts, spring-loaded devices, threaded inserts, plus threaded components and washers highlight this new and free Specialty Fasteners Catalog. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Its 100+ pages introduce a...

Multi-standard HDTV color zoom cameras out.(Literature and products)
March 1, 2008... Smaller in size than other ROV inspection units, this newly introduced oe14-502A underwater HDTV camera delivers multi-standard HDTV component color plus zoom. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] It's designed to enable quick and easy swap between...

Safety, code-compliant switch-rated welder plugs.(Literature and products)
March 1, 2008... New switch rated welder plugs and receptacles are on the market for new or existing refining facilities concerned about electrical safety and code compliance. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] According to the plug/receptacle manufacturer, "when...

RoHS-compliant signal conditioners now available.(Literature and products)
March 1, 2008... Ultra SlimPak and SlimPakII signal conditioners are now compliant with European Union Directive 2002/95/EC on Restriction of the use of certain Hazardous Substances (RoHS). According to the signal conditioner manufacturing making this...

Series BV2/BV3 automated ball valves.
March 1, 2008... W.E. Anderson offers a broad range of automated and hand lever ball valves. Automated packages with pneumatic or electric actuators are available in NPT, flanged, or sanitary clamp connections in brass and 316 SS. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED]...

Hi-Flow[TM] control valves.
March 1, 2008... The Hi-Flow[TM] Series control valve is perfect for steam or flow control. The control valve features a removable seat for low cost replacement of wearing parts. Models are available from 1/2" to 4" in bronze, cast iron, or 316 SS and in 2-way...

Series DPG-100 Digital Pressure Gage.
March 1, 2008... Replace your outdated analog gages with the new DPG-100 Digital Pressure Gage. This unit possesses [+ or -]0.25% full scale accuracy, a 4-digit digital display with push-button backlight, stores peak and valley readings, auto-zero, and...

Series SFI-100T sight flow indicator/transmitter.
March 1, 2008... The SFI-100T incorporates a brass body and glass windowed sight flow indicator with optional outputs for flow indication. Available outputs are pulsed output proportional to flow, a push button field set flow switch, and a linear flow...

Industrial gage line.
March 1, 2008... Complete offering of industrial gages in stainless steel or Polypropylene housings. The full line includes gages for almost all industrial applications from dial sizes as small as 1" all the way up to 10" with several mounting and connection...

Series SAV-BT angle seat valve.
March 1, 2008... W. E. Anderson offers a broad range of angle bodied valves. Angle body valves offer a higher cycle life, are more compact, and less expensive than comparable ball valves. The SAV Series is available in brass or 316 SS with NPT, flanged, or...

Series CR[F.sub.2] capacitance level switch.
March 1, 2008... The CLS2 provides a two-wire 4 to 20 mA output to indicate level of liquids, powders, and bulk materials. Unit comes with either a rigid or flexible probe depending application installation need and probe length required. Featured in the CRF2...

Series 626/628 industrial pressure transmitter.
March 1, 2008... Accuracies of 1% or 0.25% full scale. Industrial housing allows easy wiring and installation by removing top and piping conduit to the 1/2" female NPT. Optional valve depressor, as the process connection, is perfect for preventing refrigerant...

Handheld digital flaw detectors.(Products and services)
March 1, 2008... EPOCH LTC digital ultrasonic flaw detectors are now on the market at 2.12 lb (0.96 kg). [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] These handheld instruments are built for a wide range of weather conditions and difficult inspection environments. Its...

Pulse-less metering pumps engineered for HPLC, LC/MS uses.(Products and services)
March 1, 2008... Quizix pulse-less metering pumps are integrally applicable in nano, capillary, and micro high-pressure liquid chromatography (HPLC) and liquid chromatography/mass spectrometer (LC/MS). They also provide precision fluid delivery in pilot...

Data radio products unveiled.(Products and services)
March 1, 2008... SCADAWave Ultra-series data radio products are introduced with remotes, base stations, and hot standby/redundant station variants in both licensed and unlicensed frequency formats. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] They're designed for SCADA...

Dual output drawworks encoder.(Products and services)
March 1, 2008... This new HS35 dual output drawworks encoder is a through-shaft style for use as a winch-turns counter in oil rig drawworks. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] It combines heavy-duty features to supply simultaneous position feedback to two separate...

Terrestrial 3D laser scanning services via Faro LS-880 scanner.(Products and services)
March 1, 2008... Availability of terrestrial 3D laser scanning is announced with this firm's recently acquired Faro LS-880 scanner and specialized engineer solely dedicated to the application. The ground-based technique collects high-density 3D geospatial...

Magnets capture filings, chips.(Products and services)
March 1, 2008... Prevent damage to downstream components with Plastalloy chip collector magnets. They capture metal filings, chips and other ferrous materials. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] These magnets work in 150[degrees]C. and are oil resistant. They can...

New corrosion-resistant, submersible level probe monitors corrosive fluids in the chemical industry and the environment in industrial facilities.(Products and services)
March 1, 2008... This company has introduced a new corrosion-resistant, submersible level probe (SLP)--that offers a reliable, accurate and economical solution to level measurement in a wide variety of applications. The SLP allows trouble-free operation in...

Ultra-thin industrial PC unveiled.(Products and services)
March 1, 2008... New ePC industrial computers are introduced with ultra-thin and powerful design in 15, 17, and 19-in. sizes. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] All versions are standard with 100 to 240-v ac input power supplies plus five-wire analog resistive...