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Silicone-coated gloves for window manufacturing

The RepTek Grip silicone palm-coated gloves provide adhesion resistance paired with high cut resistance and dexterity. Hot butyl can become bothersome when it sticks to gloves, shortening the life and costing more money. This new silicone coating prevents sealant or…

One controller manages multiple feeders

The GUC-F Universal Feeder Controller (photo) allows additional feeding capacity to be installed to meet increased or changing production demands without purchasing additional, individual controllers for each feeder. Devised to future-proof against sudden demand spikes and provide flexibility to accommodate…

Tower Doctor – Downcomer Unsealing: A Correct Diagnosis Brings a Correct Cure

Henry Kister shares lessons learned from troubleshooting distillation towers Following a distillation conference hosted by a simulation vendor, the delegates were transported by bus to a venue where the simulation vendor hosted a delicious barbecue. A gentleman sitting next to…

Optimized safety and efficiency in confined-space operations

The new X-Viz confined space monitoring system (photo) is a complete safety-monitoring system designed to meet OSHA requirements during plant turnarounds. By integrating gas detection, video monitoring, alarms and access control technologies, X-Viz allows fewer safety attendants to remotely monitor…

Applied Technologies: Reshaping Plastic Waste with Chemical Recycling

The following case study discusses a novel chemical recycling process for converting plastic scrap into valuable material Sustainability has become one of the main drivers for innovation. Among the critical sustainability issues is the recycling of end-of-use plastics. The diversity…

Burner Technologies and Concepts: Meeting Emissions-Reduction Goals

To meet bold sustainability targets, new burner technologies and control configurations are being developed to help significantly reduce NOx emissions Many industry-leading businesses have set bold sustainability goals for emissions reduction and energy efficiency driven by factors such as climate…

Selection Guide for Solids-Drying Systems

Information provided here offers a basic primer on the features and functions of dryer types, with a focus on fluidized-bed dryers, for moisture control in industrial operations The ability to control the moisture of solid materials while drying plays a…

These enclosures now feature more secure gaskets

Instead of traditional neoprene rope gasketing, new Foam-in-Place gaskets have been added to all product sizes in the Heartland series of polycarbonate and non-metallic electrical and industrial enclosures (photo). These gaskets provide full secure contact to the mating cover surface…

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Rotary Drying: Developing a Process in a Test Setting

Testing not only illustrates proof of process and provides other critical assurances, but it also reveals the parameters necessary to reliably yield consistent results Drying is an integral tool in pretreating and finishing bulk solids, which helps producers to meet…

This butterfly valve has new features

The Neles Q-Disc butterfly valve (photo) has a new high-performance feature to help with flow balancing in control valve applications. Q-Disc is specifically designed for control applications. One of its key benefits is that it helps to avoid oversized actuators…