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Protect braided hoses with these sleeves

Parker-Hannifin This company offers heat-shrink coverings (photo, top) to protect process hoses both from contamination and overall wear and tear. Their colors can be used as a code to help identify hoses. Also from this firm are fire sleeves (photo,…

A new globe valve comes in a range of sizes

GEMÜ The new 537 manually operated globe valve (photo) uses the same valve body as the company’s 534 and 532 actuator designs. Valve bodies in nominal sizes DN 15–50 in cast-stainless-steel 1.4408 and SG iron GGG 40.3 (EN-GJS-400-18-LT) are available.…

Direct or converge solids with this diverter

The Quantum Series four-way, wye- line diverter can direct powder, pellets or granules from one source to four destinations or converge from four sources to one destination. It is engineered to handle dry bulk solids in pneumatic conveying systems with…

New diaphragm valve delivers twice the flow

Launched in April, this new generation of diaphragm valves (photo) is said to have a number of decisive advantages in handling and safety, but also in regard to efficiency. The flow in these valves is, on average, double that of…

Use this valve in high-demand applications

MKS Instruments The High Cycle Valve (photo) is a durable vacuum valve designed for demanding applications where a long cycle life is critical. The small, light and durable valve is rated for 10 million cycles, and is available with an…

A new pump family offers two types of impellers

The SL Submersible Pump range offers two types of impellers to handle a wide range of process and wastewater applications. The SuperVortex Impeller provides free passage of solids up to 4 in. in diameter, making it ideal for liquids containing…

Eliminate manual fluid transfers with these pumps

Michael Smith Engineers The Finish Thompson EF drum pump (photo) includes a shorter 16-in. tube length option that is ideal for transferring liquids, such as oils, acids and detergents from small drums, buckets and carboys. The pump is capable of…

Increase Efficiency and Reduce Emissions with this gasket

Said to be 20% more effective than their previous models, this firm’s Extreme Grade line of gaskets promise dramatic improvements in sealability, load retention, adhesion and fire protection, thus maximizing safety and environmental compliance. The seals come standard with a…

This Water-Jet Lance has a Seal that Lasts Longer

The new NCG8450A-3 rotating water-jet lance has an ultra-high pressure (UHP) seal that lasts an average of 40 h — five times longer than previous seals. The field-repairable lance delivers UHP water (up to 40,000 psi) with a rotating action…

Look here for an Easy, Sturdy Compressed-Air Piping System

Newly available in 76- and 100-mm dia., SmartPipe is a modular, aluminum piping system boasting a low friction coefficient due to its smooth, calibrated construction. With its full-bore fittings and push-to-fit, leak-free connectors the system can be installed without threading…