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Focus on Analyzers

ASA Analytics Plugging is not an issue with this phosphorus analyzer The ChemScan mini oP analyzer (photo) for ortho-phosphorus analysis features flow paths designed to avoid plugging. The analyzer uses large orifice sizes, compared to capillary tubes and needle valves…

Ask the Experts: Wireless Control

Question: What are the top considerations I need to take into account when planning for control over wireless? Answer: The prospect for control over wireless is one of the manufacturing industry’s hottest topics, but it’s important to realize that it’s…

Simulation Software: Beyond Plant Design

As chemical production shifts to growth regions such as China and India, and moves closer to areas like the Middle East, where there are less expensive sources of feedstocks, North American and European chemical processors are under global pressure to…

New HART award aims to spark progress across the CPI

Number six on this magazine’s list of twelve tips for clearer technical writing is “When writing about concepts that are new, unfamiliar or abstract, try to include examples.” This principle, as articulated in an informative article by former CE Editor-in-Chief…

Monitor hydrogen sulfide in water with these sensors

Electrochemical Devices S10 and S17 Sulfide Analytical Sensors (photo) provide accurate, reliable analysis of sulfide levels in water-treatment, sewage and wastewater-treatment applications. The S10 Sensor is an immersion- or insertion-style sensor, while the S17 is a valve-retractable-style sensor. Both feature…

Use this keyboard in industrial settings

  iKey The DT-102-SS industrial keyboard (photo) is constructed of stainless steel and is specially designed to withstand the rigors of industrial processing areas. The DT-102-SS meets NEMA 4X and IP68 specifications, and can withstand rain, snow, splashing water and…

Gas leak simulation tool is available in trial version

The simulator allows users to experience the benefits of ultrasonic gas leak detectors for quick leak detection in challenging conditions found in most outdoor oil-and-gas installations. The system responds to the distinctive ultrasound created by the leak. The detectors pick…

Measure non-condensing steam with these flowmeters

The RNS and RWS Series flowmeters are designed to measure non-condensing steam and saturated process steam at pressures of up to 150 psi in energy-related applications. Both series types have no moving parts and require negligible maintenance. All meters in…

Focus on Level Measurement And Control

Accurate level measurement in steam applications Emerson Process Management Dynamic Vapor Compensation (DVC) is a new option available for the Rosemount 5300 Series of High Performance Guided Wave Radar (GWR) level transmitters (photo). DVC eliminates accuracy errors associated with varying…

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Electronic marshalling uproots 35 years of spaghetti wiring practices

Last month, in unveiling the S-Series release of its DeltaV digital automation system, Emerson Process Management (Austin, Tex.; www.emersonprocess.com) introduced electronic marshalling, a new concept in input/output (I/O) configuration that promises to streamline the design and installation of automation systems,…