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Pumps
From butter and ice cream to yogurt, dairy products are a staple at many tables and the global demand is on a steady rise.
Dairy products are variable in consistency and viscosity, and thus effective pumping equipment is needed to transport them during the production process, and rigorous processing standards are in place to ensure the quality of the produced goods.
One of the most popular…
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Valves
Heavy investments in the upstream, midstream and downstream segments of the oil and gas industry are fuelling the demand for industrial valves and actuators in China, according to new analysis from Frost & Sullivan, Analysis of the Chinese Industrial Valves and Actuators Market.
In 2013, the oil and gas industry was the largest end user for industrial valves and actuators, accounting for…
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Pumps
Following the release of its Dura 45 hose pump, Verderflex has expanded the line with the Verderflex Dura 55, designed to deliver over 20% more flow.
The addition of the Verderflex Dura 55 expands the Dura range's flow rates from <1 l/hr to 15.3 m³/hr at pressures up to 16 bar.
Designed to meet growing market demands for a pump that can reduce life cycle costs, maximise plant uptime and…
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Valves
ASCO Numatics has introduced its Numatics 501 Series directional control valve. The general purpose automation valve is designed for directional control and piloting applications requiring compact size, high flow capability, and energy savings.
The pressure shut-off option permits users to replace individual valves without stopping their production process – reducing line downtime and…
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Valves
Bestobell Marine has recently secured its first order to supply its brand new range of cryogenic high pressure globe valves to DSME (Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering) in South Korea.
The new valves have been developed over the past two years, in conjunction with DSME, to meet the exacting standards required for the valves in the new fuel gas systems, which includes withstanding…
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Pumps
Ingersoll Rand has introduced the ARO Station, a new customized pumping station housing an ARO pump and piping in a durable housing in order to reduce leaks and fumes during chemical transfer between containers.
The ARO Station is placed independently in a truck and is supposed to help operators comply with changing environmental regulations while enhancing operator safety.
The ARO Station can…
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Valves
HAM-LET, a global manufacturer of instrumentation valves and fittings for industrial and high purity fluid and gas delivery systems, has introduced an upgraded H-99 Severe Service Needle Valve series and a 20% lower torque Oxygen clean Double Ferrule Compression Fittings.
HAM-LET H-99 Severe Service Needle Valves can accommodate for high pressure demands, have high temperature endurance and are…
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Valves
Nordson EFD, a precision fluid dispensing systems manufacturer, has introduced the xQR41 Series MicroDot needle valve.
The valve features a 60% smaller form factor than standard valves, an exchangeable modular design for greater customisation and process control, and a Quick Release (QR) clasp that allows easy removal of the fluid body to replace wetted parts.
The xQR41 valve's profile of 66 mm…
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Flowmeters
Titan Enterprises, based in Sherborne, UK, has reported a doubling of the number of flowmeters sold to export markets during its last financial year.
During that year, Titan saw record production of over 45,000 flowmeters shipped to 34 countries worldwide. Notable growth was seen in sales of the company's innovative Atrato ultrasonic flow meter as well as its Oval Gear (OG) and 1000 Series…
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Valves
CHEP Pallecon Solutions recently launched new MaxiValve Liners in the Asia Pacific region to complement its existing suite of intermediate bulk container (IBC) rental solutions. The new liner range is pre-fit with the MaxiValve, a disposable ball valve, capable of reducing container discharge time by up to 33%.
The 1000l liner bags are food contact, Kosher, and Parve-approved, and designed for…
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Other
Smith Flow Control's TorkDrive is a unique device which prevents manual valves from being damaged due to excessive torque application during valve operation. It can be customised to suit most manufacturer's handwheel operated valves (ball, gear, gate, globe, etc.) where valves require a torque monitoring of over 80Nm.
The device is set to a predetermined maximum torque and if, during the…
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Other
Koch Membrane Systems (KMS) a developer and manufacturer of membranes and membrane filtration systems, has been selected to provide PURON MBR modules for the upgrade of a wastewater treatment plant at a refinery in Russia.
The system is designed for an average flow of 24,000m3 per day (6.3M GPD), with peaks of up to 28,800 m³/d (7.6M GPD). Start-up is scheduled for 2015.
The existing…
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Level Monitors
Krohne, a specialist in measuring systems for process industries, has introduced a new 10 GHz FMCW radar level meter for liquid applications in up to a 30m (98ft) measuring range.
The Optiwave 5200 C/F, a 2-wire loop powered device, measures level and volume in storage or process tanks with process conditions up to 250°C and pressures up to 40 bar (580 psi) for general purpose or hazardous…
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Valves
Pentair has release Westlock Controls Digital EPIC-2, a second generation intelligent valve position transmitter, which provides smart valve communication enabling plant operators to identify current operating condition and verify valve health.
According to the manufacturer the device allows plant personnel to carry out predictive maintenance before a failure occurs, keeping service interruptions…
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Flowmeters
The petrol and diesel retailing system in the western state of Maharashtra in India is set to undergo reform as the state government examines flowmeters to be installed at petrol pumps.
The meters are to replace the current old and easily cheated dip rod systems used to measure fuel quantity when petrol or diesel is pumped from tankers to petrol pumps.
The dip rod is marked by the Legal Metrology…
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Pumps
Merck Millipore, the Life Science division of Merck, has launched a new range of pumps for sterility testing of pharmaceutical products in laminar flow hoods, isolators and clean rooms.
Steritest Symbio Pumps were developed to address stringent pharmaceutical testing requirements.
'The Steritest Symbio Pumps are the newest addition to our comprehensive portfolio of innovative and reliable…
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Other
At the Institute of Water President's Dinner, held on 6 June, Pulsar Process Measurement's non-invasive flow monitor, Flow Pulse, won the prestigious National Innovation Award.
Developed in co-operation with Dwr Cymru Welsh Water (DCWW)'s Innovation Team, Flow Pulse is aiding Compliance and Asset Management throughout the region by monitoring flow rates within critical Sewage Pumping Stations…
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Flowmeters
Thermal mass flow sensors and measuring systems are well-known devices that are offered in a wide range of products by a handful of suppliers in the marketplace. Most of the designs are compact, ready to use systems with an inlet and an outlet, and a channel including a passive or an active output. These systems are sufficient for many general-purpose applications where component price and size…
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