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Tubular membrane modules for recycling pickling acids
With cross-flow microfiltration, suspended particles can be removed from pickling acid effectively. Due to their high resistance against acids, caustics and abrasive metal particles, the T-CUT tubular modules (photo) are particularly suitable for this application. The symmetric tubular membranes are…
Extremely long submersible canned-motor pumps
As a replacement for conventional submersible pumps, this company supplied two eight-stage, sealless canned-motor pumps of the TCAM 30/4+4 Series to a Swiss fine-chemicals company as an alternative to conventionally sealed pumps. The supplied submersible pumps (photo) are the longest…
New models added to this series of seal pumps
This company has added four new sizes to its existing series of universal-seal pumps (photo), bringing the offering to a total of 16 different sizes, with available flows up to 364 m3/h. This includes the addition of a smaller-sized pump…
Software add-on enables apps that integrate with CAD
This company has updated its LiveLink for SolidWorks products. As an add-on to the company’s Multiphysics software, LiveLink for SolidWorks allows a computer-aided design (CAD) model to be synchronized between the two software packages. The latest version of LiveLink for…
Explosion protection for plastic extrusion applications
The EBP Series of explosion burst plugs (photo) are used to protect plastic extrusion equipment from overpressurization. The EBP Series’ welded design provides a flush attachment, preventing potential product buildup. Stronger welded joints make EBP devices more resistant to increased…
A portable gas monitor with an extremely long service life
The BW Clip4 (photo) is a new four-gas, portable monitor that can operate continuously for two years without the need to change sensors or charge batteries. BW Clip4 monitors significantly reduce maintenance costs associated with fleets of portable gas detectors…
Technology Profile: Sulfuric Acid Production from Sulfur
This column is based on “Sulfuric Acid Production from Sulfur via Double-Contact Process – Cost Analysis,” a report published by Intratec. It can be found at: www.intratec.us/analysis/sulfuric-acid-production-cost. Sulfuric acid (H2SO4) is among the most important industrial chemicals, with large-scale uses…
Key Considerations in Specifying Control Valves
Follow this guidance to specify a control valve accurately during the design phase Control valves are one of the most common and important instruments used in the chemical process industries (CPI). They help to ensure smooth and efficient operation…
Parker Hannifin finalizes $4-billion acquisition of Clarcor
Parker Hannifin Corp. (Cleveland, Ohio; www.parker.com) completed its acquisition of Clarcor Inc., a major manufacturer of filtration products, for approximately $4.3 billion in cash, including the assumption of net debt. The strategic transaction creates a combined organization with a comprehensive…
Proton OnSite acquired by Nel ASA for $70 million
Nel ASA (Oslo, Norway; www.nelhydrogen.com) has entered into a non-binding term sheet to acquire the Connecticut-based hydrogen technology company Proton Energy Systems Inc. (Proton OnSite; www.protononsite.com ). This will create the world’s largest hydrogen electrolyzer company with a global footprint. The…