Dec 16, 2014
Crane ChemPharma launches three new products for fluid handling applications
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Dec 16, 2014
Level Monitors
TankLink, a specialist in wireless remote tank monitoring, recently launched the new TankLink 95 wireless monitoring solution for 3G/4G networks. The TankLink 95 is an intrinsically safe tank monitoring solution, certified to US standards for operation in areas designated as Class 1, Division 1 hazardous locations. The system addresses safety regulations in industrial... [Read More]
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Dec 15, 2014
Other
Voith recently manufactured its 1,000th TPKL fluid coupling. This coupling will go to the DaTong Coal Mining Group in China.
A new coal mine owned by the group will receive four TPKL fluid couplings. The fill-controlled couplings will be used in a 6.4 MW belt conveyor drive with demanding requirements. The 3.16m-long underground belt conveyor is driven by four 1.6 kW motors,... [Read More]
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Dec 10, 2014
Other
A new electric actuator range was launched by SIPOS Aktorik at last week's Valve World Expo in Germany.
The SIPOS Seven series features a number of innovations to enhance the flexibility and functionality of actuation technology. Advancements include large colour display, simple 'joystick' control and USB interface. SIPOS Seven products include the Ecotron, Profitron and... [Read More]
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Dec 8, 2014
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Crystal Engineering, a unit of Ametek Test & Calibration Instruments, has released a new handheld pressure calibrator, engineered for 'advanced simplicity'. The HPC40 Series offers deadweight tester accuracy along with a host of user-friendly features that allow the handheld device to deliver laboratory accuracy to an on-site, field usable instrument. The series... [Read More]
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Dec 8, 2014
Pumps
Technikon Laboratories, based in the Florida district of Johannesburg, South Africa, has installed four Flexicon PD12I peristaltic fillers with an MC12 controller from Flexicon Liquid Filling part of the Watson-Marlow Pumps Group. The fillers are used to fill a liquid vitamin energy supplement into stick-packs.
With a 60-year history and... [Read More]
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Dec 4, 2014
Valves
As oil and gas production moves to even more challenging geographic areas, the standard -40°C to +85°C environment tolerance is no longer sufficient. In particular, more stringent regulations originating from North America, Russia and China have made it necessary for valve controllers to be certified for even more extreme temperatures. To meet these evolving needs,... [Read More]
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Dec 4, 2014
Valves
New Bonomi two-way full-port brass ball valves with spring return 'deadman' handles are now available in both lead-free, sizes ½" to 2", and regular brass alloy, sizes ¼" to 3". The valves low-torque design makes them easier to hold open during operation and ensures positive closure when released.
Typical uses include sampling, filling and draining tanks,... [Read More]
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Dec 4, 2014
Other
NOV Mono has reported that ten of its progressing cavity (PC) pumps have been ordered for a new fleet of offshore supply vessels that will be used to service drilling rigs worldwide.
The 2000 Series pumps will be fitted to ten new HOS MAX 320 supply vessels which Mississippi-based shipbuilder VT Halter Marine is building for Hornbeck Offshore. The pumps will transfer up... [Read More]
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Dec 4, 2014
Flowmeters
Emerson Process Management has introduced new Daniel multi-path gas and liquid ultrasonic meters that feature a next-generation electronics platform.
The accuracy, line size breadth, and flexibility make the new JuniorSonic one-path (3411) or two-path (3412), and SeniorSonic four-path (3414) gas ultrasonic meters ideal for a number of flow measurement applications. In... [Read More]
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Dec 4, 2014
Valves
Bestobell Marine has secured approval of its new DN350 and DN400 cryogenic globe valve designs, developed specifically for the marine sector. This means that the valves are now fully tested and certified for installation on liquefied natural gas (LNG) carriers.
Duncan Gaskin, sales director for Bestobell Marine, says: 'Shipowners are increasingly requesting that shipyards... [Read More]
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Dec 2, 2014
Valves
Flowserve, a provider of flow control products and services, has launched the McCanna CryoSeal ball valve for cryogenic service. The CryoSeal represents the optimum design solution for cryogen flow isolation at temperatures as low as -196⁰C.
User benefits with this new product include increased uptime through the use of self-compensating, live-loaded stem seals which... [Read More]
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Dec 2, 2014
Other
Mentor Graphics has announced the latest release of its FloEFD upfront and concurrent computational fluid dynamics (CFD) product.
This release provides advanced capabilities and functionality which enables designers and analysts to create more realistic operating environments and models for improved simulation accuracy.
New features include a sliding mesh model for rotating... [Read More]
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Dec 2, 2014
Valves
Mechanical valve interlocking equipment specialist Smith Flow Control has redesigned the key for its Ellis interlocking range.
Ellis interlocks are used for critical process applications in oil and gas, petrochemical and water industries.
The new Ellis key is suited to aggressive industrial environments. Featuring a spring-loaded rubber seal, which helps prevent ingress... [Read More]
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Dec 2, 2014
Valves
In October of 2010, Nelson engineers launched an R&D project to develop the next generation of sleeve-style valves. They aimed at addressing critical irrigation issues – the result is the new 1000 Series.
The 1000 Series is geared to handle tough agricultural environments. The internal filter or optional external filter protects ports from plugging. There is... [Read More]
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Dec 2, 2014
Valves
India's valves industry is expected to grow by 25% per year and reach $5 billion (€4 billion) by 2020.
The country hopes that by building large power and petrochemical units, this will create a significant demand for valves.
'We expect country's valve industry may witness CAGR growth of 20-25%and we have set a target of $5 billion by 2020 from the present $2 billion,'... [Read More]
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Dec 1, 2014
Valves
Metso has received a large order for flow control technology from Zorlu Energy Companies Group in Turkey. The company is building a new 45MW geothermal power plant in Manisa-Alasehir, located about 560km southwest of Ankara. Metso's valve solutions featuring high control performance and control accuracy will play a role in extracting geothermal energy from the heat of... [Read More]














