This new line of in-line filters (photo) can be easily connected and disconnected for service on tubing applications. Designed with John Guest push-to-connect style fittings integrated into the Celcon plastic filter housing, this unique in-line filter product line offers versatility and customization for a variety of applications. Available in sizes ranging from 20 to 250 microns and end connections in any one of three standard tubing O.D. sizes: ¼, 5/16 and 3/8 in., the product can be easily tailored to meet specific performance requirements for air, vacuum, and some fluid applications. — Industrial Specialties Mfg., Inc., Englewood, Colo.
These vibration switches and monitors minimize production shutdown and time and repair costs by measuring the total accelerated force (shock) present on a machine. Acceleration measurements show the total destructive force acting on a machine. The new cast iron EURO366G Vibraswitch Malfunction Detector (photo) is explosion-proof and weather-tight. This version is more corrosion resistant than the standard aluminum-housing model and is specially designed for high-saline atmospheres. A space heater is also available to keep the interior moisture free. — Robertshaw Industrial Products, an Invensys Controls company, Maryville, Tenn.
A new gearbox design joins this company’s family of Pneutorque pneumatic torque wrenches. Models in the new Series are faster, lighter, smaller and easier to handle than other units of similar capacities, according to the manufacturer. New torque ranges for the PTM-92 models (photo) are 398 – 1,992 ft-lb and 516 – 2,582 ft-lb. The larger PTM-92 model is half the weight and 60% faster than the nearest equivalent from the company’s traditional range. — Norbar Torque Tools, Inc., Willoughby, Ohio
The AFR Series Tubular Backwash Filter System (photo) is designed for continuous, high-flow filtration (single-system flowrates up to 2,000 gal/min and 454 m 3 /h). The system is designed to replace a much larger eight-station tubular multiplex system in a compact, 1-m 2 footprint. A single, rotating flow diverter replaces multiple valves, actuators, linkages, and seals required by other systems, minimizing the number of moving parts for low cost operation and long service life. The AFR uses cleanable media in a wide selection of filter media materials and retention rates to eliminate labor and disposal costs as well as lost productivity associated with replaceable bags and cartridges. Isolated top-to-bottom backwash flow provides operator-free service and ensures complete and efficient media cleaning while continuing to deliver filtered product downstream. — Eaton Corp., Cleveland, Ohio
The Lime Feeder (photo) simultaneously meters and conveys lime to pH neutralization tanks and pools from silos, bulk bags, 50 lb bags or other sources. Equipped with a.c. or d.c. variable speed drives, it conveys lime vertically, horizontally or at any angle; over short or long distances; and over, under or around obstructions. The rugged flexible screw is the only moving part contacting lime, thus minimizing maintenance. It is available integrated with this firm’s bulk bag unloaders, bag dump stations, silos, or other lime-storage containers or vessels, and is reportedly inexpensive to purchase and operate. Other lime-handling equipment for wastewater applications offered by the company includes bulk bag unloaders, bulk bag conditioners, bag dump stations and plant-wide bulk handling systems. — Flexicon Corp., Bethlehem, Pa.
The Carbflex OAC-20BB Oil Absorbing Filter Cartridge (photo) is an efficient, high-capacity solution for reducing hydrocarbon contamination and other pollutants. The OAC-20BB filter cartridge is constructed from modified cellulose-based filter media for exceptional absorption, delivering high flowrates and low pressure drop. This design allows the filter media to chemically bond with hydrocarbons instantaneously — absorbing up to 95% of the total hydrocarbons in a single pass. The OAC-20BB filter cartridge can also be used in conjunction with additional Carbflex Series cartridges connected in series to provide lower hydrocarbon outlet levels. The high-capacity filter media ensures the cartridge can reliably contain 250 – 300% of its own weight in removed hydrocarbons, reducing time and costs associated with filter change-outs. — Pentair Industrial, Sheboygan, Mich.
The 491M-PB Module (photo) is used with 491M Modular Gas Standards Generators to maintain steady gas pressures within the unit and balance the vent backpressure to the delivery system pressure. By using a continuous flow of mixture at controlled temperature and steady pressure, equilibration of the concentration on transport system surfaces is allowed to minimize the adsorption effect of trace concentrations of reactive gases. The 491M-PB eliminates concentration fluctuations by providing a stable reference pressure for all of the mixture flow paths. This reference pressure is balanced to the system operating pressure to ensure stable delivery concentration even during operating mode changes in the 491M Standards Generator or the analytical system under test. — Kin-Tek Laboratories, Inc., La Marque, Tex.
The release of aspenONE V7 software enables process industry companies to achieve the seven best practices of engineering excellence. Building upon previous innovations from this firm, aspenONE V7 includes several new process engineering components. An integrated conceptual engineering workflow via a single user interface tightly integrates simulation, equipment design and economic analysis, and enables simultaneous rather than sequential engineering. A patented master data model (MDM) enables process manufacturers to effectively manage assets across the entire lifecycle — from design through operations. It also includes the industry’s most comprehensive physical property database incorporating over 23,000 components, developed in collaboration with the National Institute of Standards & Technology (NIST), supporting complex process modelling and optimization requirements. — Aspen Technology, Inc., Burlington, Mass.
A full line of first aid products (photo) tailored to the rigorous requirements of the CPI has been launched. The Magid First Aid line comprises a choice of thousands of first aid items, including kits, treatments, over-the-counter medications and accessories. First aid kits are a particular strength of the this company’s line, available in a wide array of configurations, and can be easily customized to meet the needs of any application. Also, the components of each kit can be ordered individually for easy replenishment, and, unlike most suppliers, Magid does not hold customers to a case order minimum requirement. — Magid Glove & Safety Manufacturing Company LLC, Chicago, Ill.
Nelprof control valve selection software Version 5.0 facilitates selection of the best control valve package quickly and accurately. It is used prior to installation to predict the performance of the control valve package as a part of the system. Version 5.0 includes technical features that enhance control valve package selection from a flow and control point of view. Control performance criteria, such as installed flow characteristics, cavitation and noise, are the basis for selection. Other important features of Nelprof Version 5.0 include: flexible import/export; editing and calculation of multiple sizings with one command; product database and project updates via the web; and an enhanced IEC 60534-8-4 noise prediction method for liquids. — Metso Automation, Northborough, Mass.
The CalMaster 2 Suite of electromagnetic flowmeter test instruments for water and wastewater markets comprises two standalone electronic test instruments: the CalMaster 2 (photo) verification tool and the CheckMaster validation tool. Eligible meters for testing include the MagMaster and AquaMaster flowmeters as well as AquaProbe insertion flowmeters, whether a.c. outlet or battery powered. The CalMaster 2 tool verifies calibration to within ±1% while the magmeter remains in operation. It compares test parameters to the meter’s original "fingerprint," first determined at the factory. The 15-min test covers the primary sensor, transmitter, and connected shielded cable, offering traceability to NIST calibration with a printed certificate. With no available fingerprint, the unit checks meter calibration to within ±2% accuracy. — ABB, Warminster, Penn.
The latest release of Nexxis ELN, an electronic laboratory notebook for routine analyses, features the introduction of ReDI (Rapid eForm Development and Implementation), a revolutionary technology that creates electronic forms from paper documents in minutes. ReDI transforms existing paper worksheets or documents into electronic forms with online scheduling, review and approval capabilities. Other features of the Nexxis ELN include: improved Advanced Process Editor for creating highly controlled and automated forms for use in regulated industries, the addition of a new Administration Dashboard that displays status information on system use and activity, plus consolidation of the Nexxis ELN modules into a single web application. — Labtronics, Inc., Guelph, Ontario, Canada
The GCR-S reverse buckling disk (photo) uses SAF (structural apex forming) technology, which enables very low burst pressure to be achieved with excellent opening characteristics. An integral energy-absorbing hinge is located on the downstream side of the disk, which means the GCR-S can perform in gas or liquid service with superior flow performance, says the manufacturer. Burst pressures as high as 20 bars and as low as 0.69 bar at 22°C can be accommodated by the GCR-S, and the disk will withstand full vacuum at all burst pressures. — BS&B Safety Systems Ltd., Limerick, Ireland
A Smoothbore PTFE liner inserted in the inside diameter of metal hose assemblies (photo) provides easier cleaning and less flow resistance for faster media transport in high-purity applications. PTFE has the lowest coefficient of friction of any plastic available, and has a moisture absorption rating of less than 0.01. These fluoropolymer-lined metal hose assemblies are made of stainless-steel corrugated inner core available with or without stainless-steel external braid. The hose comes in sizes ranging from 1 to 4 in. O.D. — Parker/Page International Hose, Fort Worth, Tex.
The new Neles ValvGuard VG9000F for Foundation Fieldbus (photo) is said to be the first TÜV-approved SIL3 Foundation Fieldbus (FF) safety valve controller to appear on the market. It combines the benefits of FF communication with the technology of the Neles ESD valve range to provide a new level of integrity and safety. Status changes are delivered automatically through FF communication, and realtime alarm management is incorporated. There is no need for external wiring or I/O cards. Internal limit switches and high pneumatics capacity give increased reliability and higher cost efficiency, says the manufacturer. — Metso Automation Oy, Helsinki, Finland
For applications requiring control valves that are capable of withstanding the effects of highly corrosive media, the Badger RC250 barstock valves (photo) are said to be the ideal choice. The valves are available in a range of materials, including stainless steel, Hastelloy, Monel and titanium, and will handle flows from 100 to 8,000 L/h at pressures up to 9 bars. RC250 valves features: linear or equal percentage trims, Hastelloy C and tantalum trims, Kynar trim Cvs from 6.0 to 0.05; and metallic trim Cvs from 6.0 to 0.0000018. — Pump Engineering Ltd., Littlehampton, U.K.
The CSI 9420 Machinery Health Transmitter (photo) is a wireless vibration transmitter that provides monitoring of mechanical equipment and delivers predictive diagnostics for improved reliability and plant safety. The transmitter connects quickly to any machine and then delivers, via the PlantWeb digital plant architecture, vibration information using Wireless HART. Configuration, diagnostics and alerts from the wireless vibration transmitter are available in AMS Suite predictive maintenance software. Vibration data is also available in data historians or any control system for trending and analysis. — Emerson Process Management, Baar, Switzerland
The Computrac Max 5000XL (photo) is the latest analyzer, from Arizona Instruments, for determination of moisture, solids and ash. The instrument has a temperature-control feature that allows the unit to be used for qualitative analyses that were previously only possible using a thermogravimetric analyzer. The Max 5000Xl can accurately analyze materials with ash concentration as little as 0.5%. It covers the temperature range from 25 to 600°C and measures moisture or solids from 0.1 to 99.9% in minutes. — CiK Solutions GmbH, Karlsruhe, Germany
The modular design of the Septron Line 100-300 (photo) permits the system components to be assembled to meet individual requirements. The units for electrodeionization and reverse osmosis can be combined and positioned individually. Two versions are available. The VAL version complies with the high requirements of the pharmaceutical industry; the purified water it produces far exceeds the specifications of the European Pharmacopoeia (Ph. Eur.) and American Pharmacopoeia (USP); and high microbiological purity is ensured by special connection technology with no dead legs. The PRO version is intended for general-purpose industrial applications for making ultrapure water used for rinsing during solar-cell and circuit-board production. — Christ Water Technology Group, Aesch, Switzerland
HIMax (photo) is said to be the first safety system designed to provide uninterrupted system operation throughout the entire life of a processing facility. It is based on the firm’s Nonstop XMR technology, which combines diagnostic-based SIL 3 safety integrity with a scalable fault-tolerant architecture that eliminates false trips and provides for unlimited changes, modifications, expansions, upgrades and regulatory proof testing without taking the plant offline. HIMax also enables higher plant efficiency while reducing capital/project expenditures, and allows for tight integration with any DCS using open-standard protocols, giving customers the power to choose the best DCS for their plant. All safety-critical applications can be implemented with HIMax, including emergency shutdown systems, burner-management systems, fire and gas systems, turbo machinery control, high integrity pressure protection systems or the automation of pipelines. — HIMA Paul Hildebrandt GmbH + Co. KG, Brühl, Germany
All flammable fluids that have a conductivity less than 100 pS/M can present a unique danger due to their ability to build up large static charges during transfer or storage. Uncontrolled static discharge from a charged fluid can result in a catastrophic explosion if it occurs in the presence of explosive vapors. The continuous monitoring or spot testing of fluid conductivity can assist you in reducing the risk associated with static charge generation. This firm has developed a line of continuous in-line and laboratory sensors that measure the conductivity of liquids in the 0 – 2,000 pS/M and 0 – 200,000 pS/M range. The latest products are the Ex certified JF-1A-MR, a multi range in-line conductivity sensor, and the JF-1A-HH/CM handheld sensors for laboratory measurement. — D-2 Inc., Pocasset, Mass.
The SBC 1000 (photo) provides basic, local control and monitoring of all vessels connected to the network from a single console. The SBC enables the ability to remotely initiate and view measurements from up to 128 SmartBob2 remotes. The compact, manually operated console provides users access to measurements, including distance to product, height of product, percent fill and weight. It can be integrated into a network using the firm’s eBob software. Enclosed in a NEMA 4X splash- and dust-proof enclosure, the SBC 1000 has a LED display with back-lit graphics, and a six-button, membrane style keypad for user operation and control. — Garner Industries, Lincoln, Neb.
This firm now offers a free DMT (Device Type Manager) for its 12300 Series Hart Digital Level Transmitter/Controller (photo). This new DMT allows users of the firm’s digital instruments to access user-friendly field-device tool (FDT/DMT) technology, and adds to the existing library of device descriptions (DDs) available for digital products, and provides customers with a user-friendly and integrated FDT for setup, commissioning and diagnosing. This DMT is designed according to the latest FDT specification 1.2, and is tested with the dtmInspector software, allowing interoperability with all FDT-certified frame applications, such as PACTware, Fieldcare and Fieldmate. — Dresser Masoneilan, Courbevoie, France
Rota-Grates (photo) feature a unique rotating design to remove both large and small ferrous contaminants that tend to stick, clog and bridge when passed through flat grate magnets. Rota-Grates provide "exceptional" efficiency on many finely ground materials, such as gypsum, barium carbonate, Fuller’s earth, lime, confectionary sugar, cornstarch, flour and fibrous material. The Rot-Grates are available in 24 sizes, including multiple lengths and widths. Standard units can be simply cleaned manually, but a self-cleaning unit is also available for applications where routine cleaning is problematic. — Eriez, Erie, Pa.
The Fluxus F601 portable flowmeter measures non-invasively using ultrasound. The HybridTrek measuring mode and the advanced correction algorithms for pipe wall echoes and errors in transducer positioning, results in precise and reliable measurement under difficult conditions. Clamp-on transducers are simply attached to the outside of the pipe. Two transducer pairs are sufficient for measuring the flow in pipes with diameters between DN10 and DN2500, and additional transducers are available for diameters from DN6 to DN6500. The F601 automatically detects the transducers upon connection and loads their calibration data. Therefore, setup is completed within minutes and paramaterization errors are avoided. — Flexim GmbH, Berlin, Germany
To permit conveying and drying processes at high temperatures, this firm has developed a new series of high-temperature, side-channel blowers. Up to now, conveying gases had to be cooled down before they could enter the side channel blower, and upon leaving the vacuum pump they had to be reheated to reach process temperatures. The new Elmo Rietschle high-temperature, side-channel blower, G-BH1, can tolerate temperatures up to 200°C, and come in four sizes. — Gardner Denver Deutschland GmbH, Schopfheim, Germany
Realtime monitoring of the oxygen concentration in waste gas plays a key role in explosion prevention. Using amphoteric O2 electrodes, there is no need for complex and costly sample handling methods. In contrast to these alternative analytical methods, this firm’s solution with InPro 6800Gas electrodes (photo) does not require any sample conditioning, despite a process temperature of up to 60°C and pressures down to – 100 mbar. Calibration of the electrodes is carried out using normal air and is completed in minutes. With all components being certified for use in hazardous areas, the system is compact and allows for field mounting. — Mettler-Toledo AG, Urdorf, Switzerland
The patented earthing bridge simplifies first-time installation as well as retrofitting of existing pipe systems for electrostatic potential equalization. The installation is completed safely and easily in just a few simple steps. No welding is required, as the bridge is attached by screw to a pull-ring connection of the firm’s connector. The galvanized or stainless-steel products are DEKRA/EXAM certified. — Fr. Jacob Söhne GmbH & Co., Porta Westfalica, Germany
The AFR Series Tubular Backwash Filter System (photo) is designed for continuous, high-flow filtration (single-system flowrates up to 2,000 gal/min and 454 m3/h). The system is designed to replace a much larger eight-station tubular multiplex system in a compact, 1-m2 footprint. A single, rotating flow diverter replaces multiple valves, actuators, linkages, and seals required by other systems, minimizing the number of moving parts for low cost operation and long service life. The AFR uses cleanable media in a wide selection of filter media materials and retention rates to eliminate labor and disposal costs as well as lost productivity associated with replaceable bags and cartridges. Isolated top-to-bottom backwash flow provides operator-free service and ensures complete and efficient media cleaning while continuing to deliver filtered product downstream. — Eaton Corp., Cleveland, Ohio
The Valtek MaxFlo 3 valve and NR diaphragm actuator have achieved safety integrity level (SIL) 3 certification of IEC 61508 Parts 1, 2. The MaxFlo3 Valve with NR Diaphragm actuator is a high-performance, eccentric rotary plug design, which is used in low-pressure, high-Cv applications. The double-offset eccentric plug rotates into a seat at an angle that eliminates sliding over the seat surface. The valve can be oriented so that the fluid assists the plug to fail-open or fail-close upon air failure. The actuator is single single-actuating, operates with air from 20 to 60 psi and is field-reversible. — Flowserve Corp., Dallas, Tex.
The Fisher GX 3-way control valve and actuator system (photo) has the ability to accurately control the temperature of water, oils, steam and other industrial fluids. Applications include heat exchangers and lubricating skids. The flow cavity of the GX 3-Way valve body has been engineered to provide stable flow and reduce process variability. This linear stability is especially suited for temperature and pH control applications, says the manufacturer. Unlike other 3-way valves, the GX features both side-port and bottom-port common trim. — Emerson Process Management, Baar, Switzerland
These vibration switches and monitors minimize production shutdown and time and repair costs by measuring the total accelerated force (shock) present on a machine. Acceleration measurements show the total destructive force acting on a machine. The new cast iron EURO366G Vibraswitch Malfunction Detector (photo) is explosion-proof and weather-tight. This version is more corrosion resistant than the standard aluminum-housing model and is specially designed for high-saline atmospheres. A space heater is also available to keep the interior moisture free. — Robertshaw Industrial Products, an Invensys Controls company, Maryville, Tenn.
This new line of in-line filters (photo) can be easily connected and disconnected for service on tubing applications. Designed with John Guest push-to-connect style fittings integrated into the Celcon plastic filter housing, this unique in-line filter product line offers versatility and customization for a variety of applications. Available in sizes ranging from 20 to 250 microns and end connections in any one of three standard tubing O.D. sizes: ¼, 5/16 and 3/8 in., the product can be easily tailored to meet specific performance requirements for air, vacuum, and some fluid applications. — Industrial Specialties Mfg., Inc., Englewood, Colo.
A new gearbox design joins this company’s family of Pneutorque pneumatic torque wrenches. Models in the new Series are faster, lighter, smaller and easier to handle than other units of similar capacities, according to the manufacturer. New torque ranges for the PTM-92 models (photo) are 398 – 1,992 ft-lb and 516 – 2,582 ft-lb. The larger PTM-92 model is half the weight and 60% faster than the nearest equivalent from the company’s traditional range. — Norbar Torque Tools, Inc., Willoughby, Ohio
The Lime Feeder (photo) simultaneously meters and conveys lime to pH neutralization tanks and pools from silos, bulk bags, 50 lb bags or other sources. Equipped with a.c. or d.c. variable speed drives, it conveys lime vertically, horizontally or at any angle; over short or long distances; and over, under or around obstructions. The rugged flexible screw is the only moving part contacting lime, thus minimizing maintenance. It is available integrated with this firm’s bulk bag unloaders, bag dump stations, silos, or other lime-storage containers or vessels, and is reportedly inexpensive to purchase and operate. Other lime-handling equipment for wastewater applications offered by the company includes bulk bag unloaders, bulk bag conditioners, bag dump stations and plant-wide bulk handling systems. — Flexicon Corp., Bethlehem, Pa.
The Carbflex OAC-20BB Oil Absorbing Filter Cartridge (photo) is an efficient, high-capacity solution for reducing hydrocarbon contamination and other pollutants. The OAC-20BB filter cartridge is constructed from modified cellulose-based filter media for exceptional absorption, delivering high flowrates and low pressure drop. This design allows the filter media to chemically bond with hydrocarbons instantaneously — absorbing up to 95% of the total hydrocarbons in a single pass. The OAC-20BB filter cartridge can also be used in conjunction with additional Carbflex Series cartridges connected in series to provide lower hydrocarbon outlet levels. The high-capacity filter media ensures the cartridge can reliably contain 250 – 300% of its own weight in removed hydrocarbons, reducing time and costs associated with filter change-outs. — Pentair Industrial, Sheboygan, Mich.
The 491M-PB Module (photo) is used with 491M Modular Gas Standards Generators to maintain steady gas pressures within the unit and balance the vent backpressure to the delivery system pressure. By using a continuous flow of mixture at controlled temperature and steady pressure, equilibration of the concentration on transport system surfaces is allowed to minimize the adsorption effect of trace concentrations of reactive gases. The 491M-PB eliminates concentration fluctuations by providing a stable reference pressure for all of the mixture flow paths. This reference pressure is balanced to the system operating pressure to ensure stable delivery concentration even during operating mode changes in the 491M Standards Generator or the analytical system under test. — Kin-Tek Laboratories, Inc., La Marque, Tex.
Two new Filmtec 8-in., salt-water reverse-osmosis (SWRO) membrane elements are now available. At 99.80%, the SW30XHR-400i has the highest salt rejection consistently demonstrated in the industry, claims the manufacturer. It also effectively removes boron and other dissolved solids to help plant operators meet stringent drinking water standards. The SW30Ule-400i elements have a flowrate of 10,000 gal/d with 99.7% salt rejection, and they are especially suitable for seawater desalination at low temperatures. Both elements are offered with iLEC interlocking caps that reduce pressure drop within the permeate tube, and help eliminate O-ring damage that can cause leakage in traditional desalination membrane systems. — Dow Water Solutions, Edina, Minn.