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Integrated circuit drives DC fans, blowers and pumps
The A4930 from Allegro Microsystems Europe is a single-phase brushless DC motor pre-driver integrated circuit for controlling high-current devices such as fans, blowers or pumps with supply voltages...
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In-line safety screens offer higher burst pressures
Lee Products is introducing a range of high-pressure flange-mount etched safety screens with burst/collapse pressures that are on average more than double that of the existing stainless steel 304L type...
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Controller designed for water treatment systems
Burkert's new mxControl multi-parameter controller automates the precise control of process variables within a water treatment system (boiler, cooling or reverse osmosis system) by integrating all the...
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Innovative technology – crossing into the mainstream
For both manufacturers and end-users alike, the point at which a technology moves from innovation into mainstream is of fundamental importance to their business. From the manufacturer’s point of view,...
View ArticleGetting the most from online viscosity monitoring
With its world headquarters in Melbourne, Australia, Amcor offers a broad range of plastic, fibre, metal and glass packaging products, along with packaging-related services.The company was also...
View ArticleFatal US incidents prompt numerous safety investigations
Following a series of fatal incidents across the country, the US Chemical Safety Board (CSB) has initiated a number of in-depth investigations.Most recent is the announcement that it has started...
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Using real-time particle size analysis for optimisation
On-line analysis is frequently an add-on to an existing plant, a tool that is used to enhance efficiency as the process matures. Historically, there has been little alternative because of the limited...
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Powder processing: mixing and flow under the spotlight
Japanese company Teijin Aramid is an international company that supplies customers throughout the world with the high-performance aramids Twaron, Technora and Teijinconex. These are available as yarn,...
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Linear axes achieve step-change in performance
Festo is launching a family of electromechanical axes based on a radical new profile design that is claimed to provide unprecedented rigidity. Moreover, the new EGC axes are said to offer exceptional...
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Advances in high precision trace moisture measurement
Trials of new high sensitivity moisture transmitters measuring trace water content have demonstrated high precision and stability at the sub ppm levels finding use in applications such as gas drying,...
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Compliance drives wastewater treatment interest
Automation is a central issue when it comes to wastewater treatment, especially in terms of control and monitoring, increasing capacity, improving effluent quality, and meeting environmental compliance...
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Accurate process weighing improves plant performance
As chemical companies strive to reduce product give away and improve production yields, weighing is becoming an increasingly important part of the overall process. Eugene McCarthy reports. Weighing...
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Control projects focus on quality and cost
Installation of powerful control systems on chemical plants can bring substantial savings in terms of improved energy efficiency, reduced raw materials use, easier maintenance and larger capacities....
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Steam technology opens up new perspectives in industrial part cleaning
With its EcoCSteam system, Dürr Ecoclean has developed a new eco-friendly cleaning technology that reliably removes both particulate and film-type contamination from parts and surfaces of diverse...
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Dust management strategy key to staff and plant safety
Dust explosions cause some of the most dangerous incidents in the process industries today, so dust management is a key consideration. Sean Ottewell reports. Generally speaking, dust emissions can be...
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Accurate process weighing improves plant performance
As chemical companies strive to reduce product give away and improve production yields, weighing is becoming an increasingly important part of the overall process. Eugene McCarthy reports. Weighing...
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Platular heat exchangers
Barriquand designs and manufactures wide gap welded plate heat exchangers (smart Hybrid HX). Barriquand units are used as small or large process reactor condensers or process fluids heaters/coolers in...
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Software drives plant optimisation improvements
New software solutions are delivering better machine and overall plant optimisation, helping process operators to improve both process and plant performance. Sean Ottewell reports. Aspen Technology has...
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Peristaltic pumps solve difficult pumping problems
Many pumps struggle to pump abrasive and corrosive fluids, causing expensive and inconvenient equipment failures. Peristaltic pumping overcomes these problems. Since adopting Bredel SPX50 hose pumps...
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Flexibility and ease of use crucial for temperature sensors
Demands for flexibility and ease of use over a wide range of operating temperatures are being reflected in the latest temperature sensors. Eugene McCarthy reports. Infrared (IR) non-contact specialist...
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