Oil, Gas, & Petrochem Equipment articles from September 2006

Oil, Gas, & Petrochem Equipment archives from September 2006

New liquid ultrasonic meters offered, employ digital intelligence.(Instrumentation special report)
September 1, 2006... Daniel 3800 liquid ultrasonic meters are announced to employ digital intelligence to deliver diagnostics to help detect and troubleshoot maintenance problems. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] They are designed for custody transfer, allocation...

Proximity probe transmitters for axial, radial measurements.(Instrumentation special report)
September 1, 2006... Trendsetter TXA and TXR proximity probe transmitters accomplish axial and radial measurements, respectively. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The two-wire loop-powered transmitters combine an eddy current probe driver and a signal conditioner in...

Six new digital pressure gauges comprise series.(Instrumentation special report)
September 1, 2006... New DPG9000 Series digital pressure gauges are for multiple applications. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The series' six instruments come in direct current, loop, and battery-powered designs. Each is available in two weatherproof case sizes:...

New remote I/Os serve many wireless or wired monitoring/control uses.(Instrumentation special report)
September 1, 2006... G303 RIO remote input/output devices are newly introduced to meet numerous and varied I/O requirements in Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] These new remote I/Os have analog, digital, totalizer inputs,...

Fixed system single, dual gas monitors are for multiple applications.(Instrumentation special report)
September 1, 2006... iTrans[TM] fixed system single or dual gas monitors accommodate a variety of industry needs. They are engineered to be application-driven and solution oriented. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The systems are available in a wide variety of...

Remote monitoring package for petroleum processing's critical vessels.(Instrumentation special report)
September 1, 2006... ThermalSpection Infrared Remote Monitoring Systems are especially applicable on petroleum critical vessels including crude units, ethylene and ammonia plants, coke furnaces, asphalt and concrete plants, reformers, kilns, and boilers. ...

Pressure transmitters serve remote pipeline measuring.(Instrumentation special report)
September 1, 2006... Ashcroft A2 pressure transmitters comprise compact explosionproof enclosure specifically designed for remote pipeline measurements. They are engineered for use where low power consumption is essential and "smart" communications protocol are not...

Large Coriolis mass flow meters introduced for custody transfer, allocation metering.(Instrumentation special report)
September 1, 2006... Large-size Coriolis Mass Flow Meters are newly ntroduced for custody transfer and allocation metering applications. They are on the market in up to 12-in. line size with throughtputs to 1,500 t/hr. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] High accuracy,...

Close Coupled Instrument Mounting Solution introduced.(Instrumentation special report)
September 1, 2006... CCIMS: Close Coupled Instrument Mounting Solution is announced as a new integrated mounting and manifold block. It connects instruments directly to process piping--reportedly in a fraction of the time previously required--to dramatically reduce...

Internet-powered remote asset monitoring technology.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... Intellisite Service Suite showcases Internet-powered remote asset monitoring technology. Cited to introduce energy producers to a whole new dimension of business advantages, Intellisite clients can avoid the costly infrastructure investment it...

High accuracy processing flow meter.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... V-Cone Chem Processing Flow Meter--for process and plant engineers in the chemical industry--offers high accuracy and repeatability in a compact, no-moving parts instrument that requires virtually no recalibration or maintenance over a very...

Gaugeable tube and adapter fittings.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... This company now offers a line of medium-pressure products--gaugeable tube and adapter fittings, as well as seamless tubing--to satisfy higher working pressure requirements in the oil and gas industries. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The...

[H.sub.2]S gas sensor introduced.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... New TS Series Hydrogen Sulfide Gas Detector delivers toxic gas protection in hazardous areas. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Cited to provide a breakthrough in electrochemical cell sensor technology, the TS Series offers advanced protection...

Signal conditioners for use in hazardous areas.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... The WV408 DC voltage/current input isolating signal conditioner and the WV428 thermocouple input isolating signal conditioner can both be installed directly in Class I, Div. 2 (Groups A, B, C, and D) hazardous locations. [ILLUSTRATION...

Intelligent valve controller.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... ND9000 intelligent valve controller is designed to operate with most control valve actuators, "allowing users to benchmark control performance on rotary and linear valve," it's reported. The ND9000 ensures end product quality under all...

Software information storage.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... SiteBase is a set of software tools for storage of information such as process, mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, and systems--reports the manufacturer. The central information storage can be configured to fit most requirements and...

Ultrasonic gauging device provides cost effective solution.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... MonoScan ultrasonic gauging device is for measuring liquids and solids at ranges to 49 ft (15 meters)--with an 0.25% measuring range accuracy. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] MonoScan is declared to be the smallest ultrasonic measuring device...

Gas chromatograph.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... Clarus 600 Gas Chromatograph (GC) is cited to deliver the fastest combined heat-up and cool-down rates for a conventional gas chromatograph on the market. Powered by a patent-pending oven design, it enables laboratories to reduce...

Self-cleaning mass flow meter.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... This insertion style, self-cleaning GF90 Mass Flow Meter reduces maintenance expenses in dirty gas applications. With its self-cleaning purge ports, the GF90 maintains optimum flow measurement performance while greatly reducing maintenance...

Membrane separator.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... Genie Series 225 Membrane Separator, containing Genie Membrane Technology, removes 100% of the suspended immiscible liquid in hydrocarbon samples. This process provides maximum analyzer protection in the event of an upset condition. The...

Gas monitor provides 24/7 chemical agent detection.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... CW Sentry Gas Monitor provides rapid detection of Chemical Warfare Agents (CWAs) and selected Toxic Industrial Chemicals (TICs). Using surface acoustic wave sensing technology with a thermally modulated sample collector, the system avoids...

Combustible gas detection.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... The new Statox 501 IR LC combustible gas detector consists of an EEx e (enhanced safety) terminal box and a sensor with integrated electronics. This sensor operates at the same supply voltage at a catalytic sensor. Its output signal is also...

HART communicator introduced.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... MFC 4100 Hart Communicator is the latest handheld device from this company. All HART field devices can be configured, polled, and trimmed using the MCF firmware with HART communications. The MFC is a full function HART Communicator that...

Membrane technology generates nitrogen gas from compressed air.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... HiFluxx ST15020 membrane and technology have been commercialized to generate nitrogen gas from compressed air. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The membrane is newly announced to result in a 30% increase in the capacity for nitrogen generator...

Scope measures austenitic, duplex steel ferrite content.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... Feritscope MP30E-S delivers fast, accurate measurement of ferrite content in austenitic stainless steels, duplex steels, welded claddings, and constructional steels. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Its plug-in Smart Probe provides quick and...

Combustible gas detection--upgrade to upper class!(Product & Business Profile: Compur Monitors GmbH)
September 1, 2006... Monitoring the environment for explosive gases most of the time you would be looking for hydrocarbons. It is a characteristic of hydrocarbons to have a number of C--H bonds. These bonds absorb infrared light at a wavelength of 3,4 [micro]m...

Gas leak detectors for hydrocarbons.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... Gassonic Observer ultrasonic gas leak detector note hydrocarbon gas leaks instantly--prior to hazardous gas accumulation. They're designed for oil, gas, and processing facilities including onshore or offshore gas storage monitoring, gas...

Viscometers aid in fracturing, drilling fluids.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... TT-100 Viscometers are available for oil and gas applications that include fracturing and drilling fluids. The pipeline-mounted TT-100 for well stimulation, offers 115 or 230 Volt standard, with 12V and 24V DC capabilities also available....

Advanced temperature calibrators.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... JOFRA ATC Series (Advanced Temperature Calibrators) combines the accuracy of laboratory temperature sources with the speed and portability of field dry-block calibrators. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] With the latest ATC models, it is now...

Moisture or carbon dioxide analyzer.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... SS2000 Moisture or Carbon Dioxide Analyzer line has been unveiled. They are very reliable for measuring trace levels of gas components using Tunable Laser Diode Absorption Spectroscopy. The real-time measurements are not hindered by wet-ups or...

General purpose pressure transducers.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... PX309 Series general purpose pressure transducers deliver high accuracy at competitive prices. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] With a choice of absolute pressures from 5 to 300 psi, gage pressures from 1 to 10,000 psi, and 3 output ranges...

New control valves for sweet, sour oil and gas duties.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... Newly introduced Fisher Design D4 control valves are compact, rugged globe designs for high-pressure throttling in oil and gas production. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] A replacement for Fisher D body and Type 357 oilfield valves, D4 handles...

Differential pressure switches for 10,000-psig line pressures.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... Applications involving high line pressures are met by differential pressure (DP) switches from this firm. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] They're available in piston models for up to 10,000-psig line pressure and diaphragm designs for up to...

ALLPETRO screw pumps in two, three spindle configurations offered.(Product & Business Profile: Allweiler AG)
September 1, 2006... Two- and three-spindle screw pumps from Allweiler AG deliver uniform, high efficiency across a wide viscosity range especially for crude oil, bitumen, diesel oil and other crude oil products and mixtures. These pumps are designed...

Compact multi-gas [H.sub.2]S, CO, [O.sub.2], LEL detectors.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... Rugged, small GasAlertMicroClip multi-gas detectors simultaneously display [H.sub.2]S, CO, [O.sub.2], and Lower Explosive Limit gas concentrations--with simple one-button operation. The ultracompact, slim instruments are equipped with...

Web-based oil, gas, petrochem reporting, management, analysis.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... ReportWorX and AlarmWorX32 software enable Web-based reporting, management, and analysis for oil and gas operations. They enable use of standards-based alarm management, report, and analysis within a familiar Excel environment. They are...

Flexible pipe serves above-ground storage.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... RESIST-ALL-CLAD Flexible Pipe serves numerous above-ground storage tank applications. These include roof drains, skimmer lines, and fire foam conduits. The pipe is compatible for both external and internal continuous service in a wide...

Top drive, thruster impact, jarring events captured/tracked by device.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... Capture and track impact and jarring events on top drives and thrusters with this Shocklog impact/environmental recorder. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The programmable, reusable, electronic tri-axial instrument monitors intensity and...

Intrinsically safe flowmeters out.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... Intrinsically safe DigitalFlow ISX878 ultrasonic flowmeters are loop-powered, clamp-on designs. They deliver advantages of clamp-on flowmetering to areas that require explosionproof design. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Models are...

Digital multimeter is intrinsically safe.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... Model MX 57EX intrinsically safe digital multimeters operate in dangerous or explosive atmospheres. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] This passive device is without inductive or capacitive issues problematic in such environments. It delivers high...

3.5, 4.5-in. level gages unveiled.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... New LEVG Gages are on the market with dual psi and feet-of-water-column scales with 3-2-3% ANSI B40.1 Grade B accuracy. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Each gage is designed with black steel housings plus chrome bezels. Wetted parts include a...

Ultrasonic liquid flow meter newly introduced.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... Bidirectional flow though metal, plastic, or lined pipe--without altering piping--is measured by new SLF-500 ultrasonic liquid flow meter. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] It is designed for such typical applications as corrosive chemicals in...

Optimize desalter performance.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... TRACERCO Profiler measurement instrument optimizes desalter performance. Designed to withstand elevated operating temperatures typically experienced within a desalter vessel, the patented measurement instrument is used by refineries to...

Bonnet needle valve.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... This Bonnet Needle Valve offers a variety of end connections. The needle valves have a pressure rating of 10,000 lb. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The company offers a variety of packings--including PTFE (standard) and Grafoil (for higher...

New marine magnetometer.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... The G-882 high sensitivity/high sample rate marine magnetometer is for all shallow and deep oil and gas survey applications. Other uses include: pipeline mapping, geologic surveys, cables, oceanographic research, all types of marine...

Moisture and vibration resistant transducer.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... New precision TXI7850 I/P pressure transducer is widely used throughout the oil and natural gas industry in extraction, control panel, valve control and processing applications. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] It accomplishes moisture...

Online vibration data collection.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... The VIBNODE is this comprehensive, entry-level, online monitoring system that allows end-users to access customized spectrums from a remote location. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] VIBNODE's functionality includes scanning 6 or 12 channels,...

Enhanced safety instrumented systems with remote optical control.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... Optical remote control function has been added to ProSafe-RS Safety Instrumented Systems. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The enhancement enables integration of the instrument panel rooms and safety systems in large petroleum facilities....

New connectors serve small, medium servomotors with simplified internal wiring benefits.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... New Cm3 connectors are on the market for small and medium servomotors. They're designed to simplify internal wiring and replace two bulkier conventional circulator connectors--to reduce mating to servomotors to four steps. Cm3 has a low profile...

Totalizer/Rate Indicator.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... IT400 Totalizer/Rate Indicator is a micro-controller-based flow instrument. Its newest feature is a MMC flash media card data logger that can capture up to seven process/system values. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Among IT400 features are...

New ppm metering pumps.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... Microprocessor-controlled MF Series Metering Pump automatically calculates ppm of required chemical concentration based on the flow rate received from an inline meter. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Because the calculation of ppm is not static...

Intrinsically safe multiplexers.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... DM2000M intrinsically safe multiplexers acquire temperature and discrete data from hazardous locations. They're directly installed in Div. 1/2 to handle 16 temperature or 32 discrete inputs, self powered by the communication line. Full...

SS-enclosed discrete valve control.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... Valvetop DXS discrete valve controllers are introduced with a 316L stainless steel enclosure for use in extreme hazardous environments. They withstand salt spray, humidity, corrosives, and caustic washdown. The offshore, petrochemical, and...

Deep-water-usable control valves.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... Badger Meter control valves are designed for oil extraction in ultra-deep wells where extreme pressures, wide flow ranges, and very low temperatures are encountered. The valve range includes 1/4 to 2-in. sizes for operation over...

New instrumentation tube fittings.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... Leakproof and torque-free seals at all connections are delivered by a new line of double ferrule instrumentation grade tube fittings. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] They are designed to reduce chance of hazardous or costly instrumentation,...

Switch accommodates flow, level, interface level duties.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... BASIC+ 400 series thermal dispersion switches handle flow, level, and interface level applications. They are suited for air, gases, liquids, or slurries--and provide constant visual display of a process (flow or level) on their front panel. ...

Field mounted loop indicators now in NEMA 4x.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... Series 8080 loop powered indicators are now available in NEMA 4X epoxy coated aluminum or 316 stainless steel. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] They are FM and CSA certified for use in Class 1, Div. 1 and 2 hazardous locations. The new...

Low pressure regulator introduced.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... New Model 737LE-ND low pressure regulator is also suitable for oxygen. Until now, it has not been possible to obtain industrial quality, maintenance-free oxygen regulators with constant flow in the low pressure part of the range, it's reported....

New corner wiring duct saves valuable space in control panels.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... PANDUCT PANELMAX Corner Wiring Duct is this new wire management product that makes more efficient use of space inside enclosures, speeds installation and reduces control panel assembly costs. The Corner Wiring Duct fits in the unused space in...

Dual sensor transmitter.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... Non-intrusive AMC DTR Series sensor/transmitters can be configured for one or two sensors and allows complete calibration and configuration to be performed without compromising the explosion proof integrity of the unit. [ILLUSTRATION...

Noise dosemeter.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... The latest version of this firm's personal noise dosemeter equipment has been uprated to comply with more regulations, guidelines, and working-practice standards. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The new features and functions ensure a wider...

Wireless mesh network sensor.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... SensiNet 3.0 wireless mesh network sensor is suited for hazardous area real-time data monitoring for improved automation, process control, environmental compliance, and plant safety. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] It's engineered to monitor...

Instruments, technology tell produced water oil, particles.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... FlowCAM and PetroCAM cytometer provide real-time digital imaging and particle counting in a fluid stream. They identify, measure, and monitor oil or other particles in produced water. Both instruments withstand 2,000 psi as high-speed...

Intrinsic safety isolators cut space requirements.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... C-Series intrinsic safety isolators are 12.5mm wide to reduce cabinet space requirements by reportedly more than 37%. As part of this manufacturer's K-System plug-in products line, C-Series offers low power dissipation to keep cabinets...

Offshore-applicable hydraulic solenoid valves.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... New DN5 hydraulic solenoid valves are specifically designed for severe offshore environments. The 316 stainless steel models are for actuator and wellhead control where they deliver leaktight shutoff and ability to reliably and safely...

Linear position sensor products catalog.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... Temposonics linear position sensor products are showcased throughout this new and free catalog. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] R, G, and E-Series sensors are highlighted. R programmable sensors are cited to include an improved Synchronous...

Diesel engine safety equipment catalog offered free.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... "World class safety solutions for diesel engines" is a free 16-page catalog. It illustrates and describe a range of diesel-engine applicable products--including air intake shut down valves, fuel shut down valves, flameproof alternators, exhaust...

90 free pages: increased safety terminal enclosures, systems.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... A new and free 90-page catalog is now available on over 500 Increased Safety terminal enclosures and systems. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] It includes primers on Increased Safety: design principles, areas of use, applicable standards,...

Industrial grade gas detection sensors.(Special report)
September 1, 2006... Detcon Model Series 700 industrial grade gas detection sensors are now available with a Profibus protocol interface option. They are declared to be a new generation of "environmentally bullet proof" intelligent gas detection devices designed to...

Product & service followup.
September 1, 2006... Companies featured below prominently advertised their equipment or services in the previous month's OG & PE. These summaries offer you an opportunity to obtain FREE INFORMATION on them and their specialties. Circle the item number under each...

Free engineering guide for fluid connections.
September 1, 2006... FREE Engineering Guide for Fluid Connections provides a comprehensive list of product solutions for expedience while testing, filling, and processing with fluids or vacuum. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The guide details how FasTest...

Krytox[R] fluorinated lubricants.
September 1, 2006... Krytox[R] Fluorinated Greases and Oils comprise a line of synthetic, multi-purpose lubricants that are chemically inert and insoluble in both hydrocarbons and petroleum distillates. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] These lubricants have a wide...