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Two new sizes of mag-drive centrifugal pumps

This company’s centrifugal magnetic-drive pump range is now being supplemented with two new sizes — CTM40 and CTM50 (photo, p. 37). The new pumps offer a wide spectrum of application with heads going up to 21 m and flowrates up…

The first fully integrated upstream biotech platform

This fully integrated technology platform (photo) combines an expression system with equipment and process control for the rapid development and scaleup of robust, high-titer commercial manufacturing processes. By leveraging this upstream technology platform, biopharmaceutical manufacturers will be able to reach…

These metal filter cloths have precise pore sizes

As is the case for all MiniMesh S metal filter cloths, the pore size of MiniMesh RPD HiFlo-S metal filter cloth can be calculated precisely in advance and adapted to the respective requirements. These precision pores can achieve extremely high…

Manage supply-chain solutions with this software portfolio

Symphonite is a comprehensive portfolio of supply-chain and production-management software services designed to boost reliability, responsiveness, agility and efficiency for a range of manufacturing industries. Symphonite is broadly grouped into two areas: Supply Chain solutions and Production Management solutions. New…

Remove debris from fluids with these upstream gasket strainers

This company’s line of strainer gaskets remove particulate matter and debris from process fluids. They are suitable for standard flanged connections and can be inserted upstream from sensitive and costly processing equipment. The gaskets may be deployed as a single…

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Piping Codes: What the CPI Engineer Should Know

An overview of the codes and standards that are most pertinent to chemical processing facilities Moving a process fluid from one stage of its processing cycle to the next requires the transfer of fluids between pressure vessels, through pressure piping…

Walk-in fume hoods for distillation processes

The UniMax series of floor-mount fume hoods (photo) includes a wide selection of models that feature fire-suppression systems. Standard models are available as follows: 6 to 24 ft wide; 4 to 8 ft deep; and 7 to 16 ft high.…

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Advantages Gained in Automating Industrial Wastewater Treatment Plants

Process monitoring and automation can improve efficiencies in wastewater treatment systems. A number of parameters well worth monitoring, as well as tips for implementation are described  There is growing interest in automating wastewater treatment processes across a broad range of…

Challenges of Handling Filamentous and Viscous Wastewater Sludge

Excessive growth of filaments and biopolymers in activated sludge should be controlled in CPI wastewater-treatment plants, as both lead to sludge that is hard to handle. The sticky behavior of such sludge can be minimized by the addition of polyaluminum…

Magnetically Coupled Pumps: Structure, Function and Best Practice

Understanding pump internals, especially the various sealing and coupling arrangements, is a critical step in selecting the optimal pump There is a significant risk for operators associated with the pump selection process. Economic issues, such as procurement and operating costs,…