This company has launched updated GMP Water Heating Skids (photo) that incorporate the option to provide electrical heating utility in addition to steam and oil. The increased flexibility of the system enables its use in further GMP areas in the…
The technically advanced LoKr reverse rupture disk (photo) delivers a best-in-class flow-resistance factor, KR, to maximize pressure-relieving performance while delivering superior reliability and service life. The disk’s architecture has been refined and optimized to improve performance in three key areas:…
In June, the newly developed, dust-tight OEB version of the DDSR20 2.0 twin-screw feeder (photo) passed the highest occupational exposure bands (OEB) classification certification, OEB5. OEB classifications are used to grade substances accurately into “classes” or “ranges” based on the…
A highlight of this company at Valve World 2022 (November 29–December 1; Düsseldorf, Germany) is the new Digital Valve Kit (DVK), which provides plant operators with remote access and remote control of their valves, as well as indicating the current…
Compliant with MIL-STD-961E: Defense and Program-Unique Specifications Format and Content, the Spiralfeeder conveying system (photo) meets the U.S. Dept. of Defense requirements for quality in design, fabrication and materials, as well as in availability, interchangeability and low-cost considerations. The Milspec…
During vessel breakout activities, plants should pay close attention to the design of the washers used on bolted flanges. A simple change in this area can help to reduce downtime and improve safety Bolted flanges on vessels, and their associated…
Catalysts by AM In late September, BASF SE (Ludwigshafen, Germany; www.basf.com) introduced X3D, a new additive-manufacturing (AM; 3D printing) technology for shaping catalysts. Catalysts produced with this technology feature an open structure, resulting in a reduction of the pressure drop…
The new Sensor Bypass Armature Modular (BAM; photo) accommodates all potentiometric, amperometric and conductivity sensors from this company for water treatment. It is simply installed in a bypass of the main process line. The modules of the armature and the…
The GS variable-speed drive (VSD) compressor (photo) can adapt and optimize its operations, thanks to “smart” features. The GA VSDS (photo) is the third generation of VSD compressors. VSD compressors significantly reduce energy consumption by adjusting their motor speed to…
Spring arms and measuring wheels (photo) have been added to this company’s encoder portfolio, thus offering a reliable solution for measuring linear moving objects. The freely combinable spring arms and measuring wheel systems enable the measurement of lengths and speeds…