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These Two Motors Designs Comply with API Requirements

Two new PetroDuty motor designs are being offered by this firm — the 4th edition API-541 and 1st edition API-547. These new motor designs have been specifically developed to satisfy or exceed the strict requirements set forth by the American…

Keep pipes grounded with this easy-to-install bridge

The patented earthing bridge simplifies first-time installation as well as retrofitting of existing pipe systems for electrostatic potential equalization. The installation is completed safely and easily in just a few simple steps. No welding is required, as the bridge is…

These top-entry agitators service a wide range of applications

Designed for a wide range of service in the chemical process industries (CPI) including pharmaceutical, ethanol and biofuels, water and wastewater and a variety of chemicals, the Model 20 HT/GT agitators (photo) are available in right-angle and parallel-shaft configurations to…

Ball valves for high-pressure applications

The new VB-15 and VB-65 ball valves will be launched at Achema. These valves are said to be safe and reliable, and are suitable for high-temperature or high-pressure applications. The VB-15 consists of three pieces and four bolts to facilitate…

Ensure the entire vessel is cleaned with this CIP lance

Static spray balls create spray shadows in bioreactors, which lead to insufficient cleaning and potential sources of contamination. The CIP lance RotaCIP with spray ball eliminates this problem by the application of dynamic motion. The force imparted by the CIP…

This pump is smart enough to order its own replacement parts

The Imo TX2020 is an intelligent concept pump with the ability to monitor its performance, adjust to changing conditions and order its own replacement parts — all without human supervision. The TX2020 rotary positive-displacement, three-screw pump continually monitors flowrate, pressure,…

A smart seal for screw pumps

Allseal consists of an opto-electronic sensor that detects wear of the mechanical seals as soon as it begins and immediately warns the operator of any leaks. The system instantly detects if a liquid escapes around the mechanical seal. Unusual leaks…

A control valve with faster action

Emerson Process Management The Fisher Control-Disk valve (photo) offers excellent throttling performance and is ideal for applications that involve fast processes and varying pressure drops. The valve’s wide control range is twice that of traditional butterfly valves for better adherence…

Vacuum systems for areas with noise or space constraints

Kaeser Compressors Vacuum systems in the Com-pak Plus blower series (photo) are positive displacement, tri-lobe blower packages that provide consistent, reliable vacuum. They feature heavy-duty construction and low noise levels. The Com-pak Plus Series delivers flows to 3,305 ft3/min and…

CE Series pipe caps

The skirts on the new CE Series pipe caps are designed to stretch over the pipe edges while retaining their shape and tight fit. This feature allows them to be installed without tools. Ribbed skirts provide ventilation to ensure that…