News releases on Processingtalk categorised by date
Sunday 25 November
to Saturday 1 December 2007
Valves for the challenge of hydrocarbon processing
Valve specialists Samson Controls have used their extensive engineering experience to develop a range of modular control valves to meet the challenges faced in hydrocarbon processing applications
News from Samson Controls (30 November 2007)
Don't slip: enlist help from Arco footwear experts
Last year, slips and trips were the single most common cause of injuries in UK workplaces; responsible for 11,000 major injuries and 30,000 over 3-day injuries
News from Arco (30 November 2007)
Scouts discover secrets of water with test kits
User Application Article At the recent 21st World Scout Jamboree, held in Chelmsford, Scouts from around the world gathered to celebrate the Centenary of Scouting, and used Palintest handy test kits on the water
News from Palintest (30 November 2007)
Control valve worldwide market to exceed USD5B
Driven by strong project activity, the worldwide control valve market experienced double-digit growth in 2006, and is forecast to exceed USD5Billion by 2011
News from ARC Advisory Group (30 November 2007)
H1 Cable test specification released
The new H1 Cable Test Specification now released by the Fieldbus Foundation helps to ensure robust and reliable fieldbus physical layer performance
News from Fieldbus Foundation (30 November 2007)
REACH chemicals regulation affects distribution
"Act instead of reacting", urges the German Fachverband der Bauelemente Distribution eV (FBDi eV), taking up a stance towards the new REACH chemicals regulation
News from Editorial Articles: Miscellaneous submissions (30 November 2007)
Testing electroacoustic devices with Pulse 12
Sound and vibration expert Bruel and Kjaer has eliminated the need for expensive anechoic chambers, in many applications, with its newest electroacoustic feature, Time Selective Response (TSR)
News from Bruel and Kjaer UK (30 November 2007)
Packhouse solution for award winning soft fruit
User Application Article An eight station Packhouse System supplied by Marco is playing a pivotal role in the packing of soft fruit at the Village Nurseries establishment in Keyingham, East Yorkshire
News from Marco (30 November 2007)
LP Oxo technology licensed to PetroChina Sichuan
PetroChina Sichuan Petrochemical Co has chosen LP Oxo Selector 10 Technology for its new facility in Chengdu, capital city of the Sichuan Province, in the southwest of the Peoples Republic of China
News from Davy Process Technology (30 November 2007)
Aquionics sales manager for USA
UV disinfection specialist Aquionics appoints a new national industrial sales manager for their process water disinfection applications
News from Aquionics Inc (30 November 2007)
On-line nitrate analysis in surface/drinking water
The Alert range from Applikon Analytical is expanded with the addition of the latest model for determination of nitrate in drinking and surface water Brochure Available
News from Applikon Analytical (30 November 2007)
Largest ever Coriolis mass flowmeter from Yokogawa
The new Rotamass XR is the largest Coriolis mass flowmeter to be developed by Yokogawa, with a capability of handling a maximum flow rate of 600t/h, for oil, gas and petrochemical applications
News from Yokogawa Europe - Industrial Automation (30 November 2007)
Malvern on display at British Society of Rheology
Materials characterisation company Malvern Instruments is both a sponsor and exhibitor at the forthcoming British Society of Rheology midwinter meeting
News from Malvern Instruments (30 November 2007)
ASTEC improves services to offshore industry
Cheshire-based ASTEC Services has opened a second office in Aberdeen, from where they will supply engineering consultancy and managed contractor services to the offshore industry
News from ASTEC Services (30 November 2007)
Process control at Kronos Leverkusen
Experion to streamline operations, reduce waste and improve environmental efficiency for Kronos, the major German pigment manufacturer, of Leverkusen
News from Honeywell Field Solutions (30 November 2007)
Head-turning results from rotary jet heads
Process equipment and tanks used in ethanol production need regular cleaning to prevent contamination during the fermentation process: efficiency is improved with rotary spray heads
News from Alfa Laval (30 November 2007)
PROjEN promote European Week of Safety
Projen, the award winning project management company based at Northwich, Cheshire, recently promoted the 'European Week of Safety' at a number of key client sites across the UK
News from PROjEN (30 November 2007)
Cooling fan monitoring sought at Powergen Asia
Specialist equipment for vibration, displacement and speed instrumentation solutions for the power industry were shown by Sensonics at Powergen in Asia Brochure Available
News from Sensonics (30 November 2007)
New China manager for industrial UV disinfection
British UV disinfection company Hanovia has appointed George Wang as its new China Country Manager
News from Hanovia (30 November 2007)
Fighting to conserve precious water resources
Halma Water Management are proud to be a part of the global fight against water wastage by being involved with groups such as UNIDO, the IWA and OCSE
News from Halma Water Management (29 November 2007)
Riggs apprentice scoops best performance award
Nelson based, Riggs Autopack, one of the leading UK manufacturers of depositing and filling machines, has helped a budding engineer from Barrowford win a much coveted Training 2000 Apprentice Award
News from Riggs Autopack (29 November 2007)
StrainSense expands with new business
Northamptonshire-based StrainSense, the leading solutions provider in the field of strain gauges, transducers, load cells and instrumentation, has made two new senior appointments
News from StrainSense (29 November 2007)
Optical detection of toxins, viruses and bacteria
Technical Background Article The first complete optical sensing unit based on the Stratophase patented biochemical detection technology has been selected for a three-year German government-funded research project
News from Stratophase (29 November 2007)
CADline is new reseller for Autodesk P+ID software
CADline, the Autodesk design software specialist, has become a reseller for the new Autodesk piping, instrumentation design and drafting solution AutoCAD P+ID 2008
News from CADline (29 November 2007)
Inductive conductivity transmitter has 3A Approval
The ISL05x is a high accuracy sensor for the inductive measurement of conductivity with integrated compensation of the liquid temperature, suitable for hygienic applications
News from Baumer Group (29 November 2007)
Belden metal-sheathed communication cables
Top-quality, easy-to-install metal-sheathed communication cables are now available for fast track construction applications from Belden cables
News from Maser Communications UK (29 November 2007)
Switching power supplies are compact and efficient
Carlo Gavazzi has extended its portfolio of rail-mounted power supplies with a family of 4 compact housings covering all power and voltage requirements from 7.5 to 100W with 5/12/15/24VDC output
News from Carlo Gavazzi (29 November 2007)
Accurate CHN analysis of per-fluorinated compounds
Exeter Analytical describes a reliable analytical method for accurately determining the percentage Carbon (C), Hydrogen (H) and Nitrogen (N) content of difficult to combust perfluorinated compounds
News from Exeter Analytical (UK) (29 November 2007)
Industrial air measurement standards
The ISA92 committee, "Performance Requirements for Industrial Air Measurement Instrumentation Related to Health and Safety," has submitted three documents to ANSI for reaffirmation as standards
News from ISA:Instrumentation Systems and Automation Society (29 November 2007)
Pizzas rely on PowerPhasePLUS metal detectors
User Application Article Great Kitchens pizzas are so confident with Safeline metal detection systems, they have recommended them to their raw material suppliers to maintain consistent high levels of quality and food safety Brochure Available
News from Mettler Toledo (29 November 2007)
On-line gas scrubber analysis
User Application Article Gas scrubbing to remove particulates and noxious gases is one of the most common process units - on-line analysis is possible to bring the laboratory out to control the plant! Brochure Available
News from Applikon Analytical (29 November 2007)
Darwin LIMS for APP Pharmaceuticals on multi-sites
The APP Pharmaceuticals multi-site pharmaceutical manufacturing operation has standardised on the Thermo Scientific Darwin LIMS Solution Brochure Available
News from Thermo Fisher Scientific Informatics (29 November 2007)
ShockWatch reduces damage when shipping to the US
User Application Article ShockWatch damage deterrent labels help monitor impact shocks in the logistics chain for Trilogy, when shipping audio communications equipment to the States Brochure Available
News from Lamerholm Electronics (29 November 2007)
MTEC 2008 to see multiple launches from IMC
The IMC Group, formed in 2007 by the amalgamation of Lamerholm Electronics , Hanwell Instruments and Jekyll Electronic Technology, will be showing a host of new products at Mtec 2008
News from IMC Group (29 November 2007)
An oxygen sensor that is - 'Just simply accurate'
Hach Ultra launches the latest development of the well-known, proven Orbisphere Electro-Chemical (EC) oxygen sensors - the Orbisphere A1100
News from Hach Ultra Analytics (29 November 2007)
New DN225 pipe repair clamp plugs a gap
In response to customer demand, Viking Johnson has added a DN225 / 9inch size to its range of EasiClamp units for repairing leaks on damaged pipes Brochure Available
News from Viking Johnson (29 November 2007)
Flir offers exceptional IR camera choice
As the world's largest IR manufacturer, Flir Systems can offer its customers in predictive maintenance and condition monitoring exceptional choice: see the range on show at MAINTEC 2008 Brochure Available
News from Flir Systems (29 November 2007)
The global meeting place for the process industry
In May 2009 Frankfurt will become the global focal point for chemical processing equipment suppliers and their customers when ACHEMA 2009 opens for business
News from ACHEMA 2009 (29 November 2007)
Sweet smelling pumping solution at chicken plant
User Application Article The supply and installation of a progressing cavity pump system has enabled Grampian Prepared Meats to comply with Pollution Prevention and Control (PPC) regulations at its Anglesey plant
News from Mono Pumps (28 November 2007)
Dosing pumps feed gas line repair fluids
User Application Article Leading gas leakage repair system manufacturer, MW Polymers, is using peristaltic pump technology to achieve fast turnaround repairs delivering its revolutionary two-part polymer Ecoseal system Brochure Available
News from Watson-Marlow Bredel Pumps (28 November 2007)
Flow-Mon visual flow indicators and switches
Already 2007 has been a great year for Flow-Mon, with record sales of 'Flow Rate Indicator Switches' and the Flow-Mon 'Sight Indicators' Brochure Available
News from Flow-Mon (28 November 2007)
Vane testing of fresh cement or concrete
The CTPVT, developed by Celsum Technologies, carries out the vane test to allow the yield or slump characteristics of materials such as cement and concretes to be accurately determined Brochure Available
News from Celsum Technologies (28 November 2007)
Wintershall trusts in BASF IT Services
User Application Article BASF IT Services has been providing additional IT services to Wintershall Holding AG in Kassel, Germany
News from BASF IT Services (28 November 2007)
CLF Series frequency controlled screw compressor
After enjoying continued success in the UK market with the Boge CL series screw compressors - made with the smaller air user in mind - Boge has now launched a frequency controlled version. Brochure Available
News from Boge Compressors (28 November 2007)
Dew point and relative humidity calibration
Michell offer the most comprehensive group of calibration systems and instruments for the certification of trace moisture, dew point and relative humidity sensors Brochure Available
News from Michell Instruments (28 November 2007)
IFM Electronic on show at Maintec 2008
ifm electronic will be at Maintec 2008, showing two innovative products aimed at optimising energy usage and plant efficiency: the efector metris and efector octavis Brochure Available
News from IFM Electronic (28 November 2007)
Professional Welders Competition award winners
The American Welding Society has announced the winners of their 2007 Professional Welders Competition
News from American Welding Society (28 November 2007)
IChemE launch new international Forms of Contract
IChemE extends its long-standing Forms of Contract series with the launch of four new international contracts, designed for use within international process-related contracts
News from IChemE (Institution of Chemical Engineers) (28 November 2007)
New detector for volatile organic compounds
RAE Systems introduces the MiniRAE Lite photoionisation detector for volatile organic compounds.
News from RAE Systems UK (28 November 2007)
Binder 768 cuts down on signal loss
Binder 768 series of circular sensor connectors, available in the UK from Aerco, offer simpler and more secure form of shielding
News from Aerco (28 November 2007)
Evaporation, concentration and lyophilisation
New Genevac website provides easy access to information on comprehensive range of evaporators, concentrators and partner products, their applications and background technologies Brochure Available
News from Genevac (28 November 2007)
Peristaltic pump handles harsh chemicals
A high-tech surface protection method has rendered the SPX DuCoNite peristaltic hose pump resistant to aggressive media for challenging chemical applications Brochure Available
News from Watson-Marlow Bredel Pumps (28 November 2007)
Coriolis for corrosive and refining applications
Emerson has expanded the range of Micro Motion Elite Coriolis meters with the introduction of two new options for the largest of the Elite meters: a nickel-alloy C-22 option and a high-pressure option Brochure Available
News from Emerson Process Management (28 November 2007)
Compressed air flow switch
The Honsberg flow switch Type MR1K has built-in piston damping and accurate compressed air volume control, and solved a recent problem on a paint spray application Brochure Available
News from PVL (28 November 2007)
Camera system with clear benefits in level control
A new range of level control devices which offer an innovative approach to level measurement, is now available from level and flow specialists Allison Engineering Brochure Available
News from Allison Engineering (28 November 2007)
New OneWireless equipment health monitoring
OneWireless equipment health monitoring is the first wireless product to send complete spectral information for more efficient maintenance
News from Honeywell Field Solutions (28 November 2007)
Protect oil reservoirs from air humidity
Brownell Sentinel reservoir breathers protect system fluids from the deteriorating effects of high humidity and water vapour condensation, maintaining system efficiencies Brochure Available
News from Brownell (28 November 2007)
Phosphatising metal surfaces with at-line analysis
Metrohm UK are able to monitor a complete process line for the phosphatising of metal surfaces using an at-line analysis system Brochure Available
News from Applikon Analytical (28 November 2007)
Ferrochrome process wins awards
Outotec has won the Cleantech Finland award for developing the new ferrochrome production technology that promotes sustainable development
News from Outotec (27 November 2007)
Miniature valves for reliable compact pneumatics
A new range of miniature direct acting solenoid valves, developed to increase the performance and reduce the maintenance requirements in a wide range of compact pneumatic applications Brochure Available
News from Parker Hannifin (27 November 2007)
New thermoplastic polyurethanes (TPU) investment
Huntsman has announced it will expand capacity at its Osnabruck, Germany TPU facility by investing in a new line to produce specialist high performance TPU grades
News from Huntsman Advanced Materials (27 November 2007)
Student automation projects save GBP32k in Wales
With a new automated process for chamfering bearing components, a team of A Level Physics students from Wales will help save GBP32k per year at an automotive component manufacturing plant in Llanelli Brochure Available
News from Schaeffler (UK) (27 November 2007)
New Cassel metal detector for use in wood and logs
Cassel Messtechnik puts an end to alarms from surface small metal targets with its new uniform response metal detector, the Metal Shark Octa SPD
News from Cassel Messtechnik (27 November 2007)
Ultra-smooth flow pump perfect for MS Calibration
The KD Scientific Model KDS 100 is a basic, single syringe, infusion pump which combines precision with simplicity
News from KD Scientific (27 November 2007)
Wide temperature range wireless data logger
T+D Corporation has introduced the new RTR-52Pt Wireless Data Logger, compatible with industry standard three wire Pt-100 RTD sensors
News from T and D (27 November 2007)
Petrobras ComperJ complex to use ParamaX
User Application Article Petrobras has awarded Axens process licenses for its new, world scale Rio de Janeiro Petrochemical Complex (ComperJ) located in Itaborai, Brazil
News from Axens (27 November 2007)
Transformer breather self-regenerating desiccant
Brownell Re-Actrans Transformer Breathers are self-reactivating, to eliminate the need for periodic desiccant replacement on power and distribution transformers - up to 500MVa Brochure Available
News from Brownell (27 November 2007)
Arc welding inverter technology is 30 years old
In 1977, Kemppi introduced the world's first inverter based arc welding power source, Hilarc 250, at the international welding exhibition, "Schweissen and Schneiden" in Essen, Germany
News from Kemppi (UK) (27 November 2007)
Fibre optic transmitter/receiver modules
Omniflex are satisfying the customer requirements for high integrity, single loop contact repeaters over fibre-optic cable using their latest fibre-optic transmitter and receiver modules Brochure Available
News from Omniflex (UK) (27 November 2007)
Special viscometer resists acid and sticky solids
Hydramotion, a world leader in the design and manufacture of precision instruments for the measurement of viscosity in industrial processes, has solved a sticky problem for a leading Japanese company Brochure Available
News from Hydramotion (27 November 2007)
New Spraytec software data capture and processing
A new version of software for the Spraytec particle size analyser from Malvern Instruments further extends the system data capture and processing capabilities
News from Malvern Instruments (27 November 2007)
Centralised vacuum the system to have say experts
Energy and environmental factors have triggered a major shift towards central vacuum systems in most sectors of industry, according to the UK's leading vacuum specialist
News from Busch UK (27 November 2007)
UU upgrades reliable peristaltic pump technology
User Application Article Four Watson-Marlow Bredel 520 series dosing pumps are to be installed under a United Utilities framework agreement at Haslingden Grane Water Treatment Works in Rossendale, Lancashire Brochure Available
News from Watson-Marlow Bredel Pumps (27 November 2007)
Process chemist needed for southern UK sales
As with all expanding companies, the Metrohm Applikon Division is seeking an additional member for their sales team in the south of England Brochure Available
News from Applikon Analytical (27 November 2007)
The accuracy of open channel ultrasonic flowmeters
Real world working conditions on water sites mean that ultrasonic level sensors used on open channel flumes and weirs can be significantly in error, because of ambient changes: is there a solution?
News from SPECIAL REPORT by the Editor (26 November 2007)
IntelaTrac PKS used for Lyondell in Corpus Christi
User Application Article Lyondell has improved field data collection and analysis at its Corpus Christi, Texas, olefins plant by using IntelaTrac PKS for field data collection and intelligent asset management
News from Honeywell Field Solutions (26 November 2007)
Loma adds to metal detector range with the IQ3+
Following the success of their cutting edge variable frequency metal detector, the IQ3, Loma are proud to be launching the latest addition to the range - the IQ3+
News from Loma Cintex (26 November 2007)
When do you choose to change your filters?
New research from leading technology company 3M suggests that the health and safety of employees working with reusable respirators / facemasks could be being put at risk
News from 3M Electronic and Interconnect Solutions (26 November 2007)
'Steam System Training' overview catalogue
See the new 'Steam System Training' overview catalogue for information on the extensive range of Spirax Sarco training courses coming up in 2008
News from Spirax Sarco (26 November 2007)
3D fluid dynamics simulation for SolidWorks users
FloXpress flow simulation software is now fully embedded within SolidWorks 2008, allowing its use by mainstream design engineers, not just by analysis specialists Brochure Available
News from Flomerics (26 November 2007)
Faster cycling temperature / humidity chambers
Unitemp have introduced a new range of faster temperature and humidity chambers, capable of fast cycling of temperature or humidity
News from Unitemp (26 November 2007)
Chemical industry CIDX and ISA agreement
The Chemical Industry Data Exchange (CIDX) and ISA have announced an agreement that will formalise the sharing of information and benefits between both memberships
News from ISA:Instrumentation Systems and Automation Society (26 November 2007)
Pressure sensor with diagnostic function for pumps
In addition to pressure measurement, efector PIM offers an additional function, allowing the diagnosis of pumps and the system "around the pump" Brochure Available
News from IFM Electronic (26 November 2007)
Subsea frame agreement with Woodside Petroleum
Aker Kvaerner has signed a frame agreement with Woodside Petroleum to become the preferred supplier of steel tube umbilicals to the Australian oil and gas giant
News from Aker Kvaerner Oil and Gas (26 November 2007)
Quality of lowest cost 'economy' tube fittings
Technical Background Article Globalisation has led to significant new competition from low-cost producers in high volume product categories that can be copied easily: industrial tube fittings are no exception Brochure Available
News from Parker Instrumentation (26 November 2007)
Technology from the customer's perspective
Pete Easey has recently joined Tadworth-based utility telemetry and control specialist, MetaSphere, as business development director
News from MetaSphere (26 November 2007)
Distribution agreement with System Plast
Wyko, an Eriks company, has signed an exclusive agreement with leading conveyor systems manufacturer System Plast to act as its sole route to the spares and maintenance market in the UK and Ireland Brochure Available
News from Eriks UK (26 November 2007)
Multi-channel high purity PPB sodium analyser
Hach Ultra releases a new multi-channel sodium analyser, the Polymetron 9240, providing low level sodium measurement in high purity water applications for the power generation industry
News from Hach Ultra Analytics (26 November 2007)
Energy management made easy
Data2Desktop is the latest technology from Omniflex, designed for remote energy monitoring management and control Brochure Available
News from Omniflex (UK) (26 November 2007)
Arco safety equipment and workwear
Arco, the UK's leading supplier of safety equipment and workwear, has appointed Chris Girling as both Non Executive Director and Chairman of the Audit Committee
News from Arco (26 November 2007)
Oil, fuel, hydraulic fluid and debris analysis
User Application Article Spectro has provided oil, fuel, hydraulic fluid and debris analysis services to international oil companies, engine manufacturers and aircraft, ship and industrial machine operators for over 30 years Brochure Available
News from Metrohm UK (26 November 2007)
Eurolec digital food thermometers
The Eurolec TH series digital food thermometers have been designed for use in the food processing industry where point of use creates a demand for ruggedness in harsh environments
News from Barber InSys (26 November 2007)
'Measuring systems for vehicle development'
A new handbook from Kistler Instruments describes their wide range of measuring wheels, hubs, crash barriers and sensors used in design and development of from luxury cars to heavy goods vehicles
News from Kistler Instruments (26 November 2007)
New electronic humidity indicator from Brownell
Brownell has introduced an electronic humidity indicator as an alternative to paper and chemical colour based indicators, which shows RH, ambient temperature and dewpoint Brochure Available
News from Brownell (26 November 2007)
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