A product’s intended use often dictates what type of agglomeration equipment should be used. Presented here is a discussion of the main types of equipment and methods for forming agglomerates Agglomeration is the process of converting fine powder particles into…
New industry standards aimed at reducing fugitive emissions have necessitated updates to valve-testing procedures and a renewed focus on high-performance sealing and packing technologies While reducing fugitive emissions is a leading concern in the fight against climate change, emissions continue…
Thermal distortion in heat-exchanger internal components can lead to leakage, but several design measures can be taken to mitigate these concerns Leakage of bolted flange joints results in additional costs at any facility in the chemical process industries (CPI), and…
This company has integrated the Finder Triplex Series pumps (photo) into its growing portfolio of transfer solutions for the energy and industrial markets. Finder Triplex Series pumps are highly reliable reciprocating plunger pumps specifically designed for a wide variety of…
AdvantaSil High Pressure unreinforced silicone tubing (photo) is designed to deliver increased flowrates and reduce processing time. The tubing’s unreinforced characteristic allows for limited pumpability up to 30 psi backpressure and makes it easier to see process fluids. AdvantaSil High…
Vinnapas EF 3101 is a new vinyl acetate-ethylene-copolymer (VAE) dispersion that has been developed specifically for rotogravure paper coatings. The binder has a high level of compressibility and develops a high degree of smoothness, enabling superior print quality, says the…
The new PSD-4 electronic pressure switch (photo, p. 34) enables flexibility in industrial applications because the output signals (PNP/NPN, 4–20 mA or 0–10 V) are freely configurable. The output signal, with a turndown of 5:1, can be scaled to the…
Cushion Grip is a new line of screwdrivers (photo) that features a durable tri-material cushion grip handle with an anti-peel design to ensure the grips will not fall off. Unique to the new Cushion Grip Screwdrivers is new-to-world tactile identification…
BioPouch (photo) is a new, “green” vapor-phase corrosion inhibitor for protection of metal parts in a non-ventilating space. BioPouch is powered by the company’s NANO VpCI technology, primarily made from agricultural byproducts. NANO-VpCIs emit from the pouch and saturate the…
The new MVG Modular Vacuum Gripper series (photo) can be tailored to desired sizes, and users can also configure: the vacuum generators; the gripping interfaces (foam or suction cups); and the vacuum level control (electronic vacuum switch or vacuum gauge).…