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Liquid Chemicals Processing

Chemical plants handle liquids that are corrosive, toxic, flammable or all three, which makes containment the first design requirement. Magnetic drive and canned motor pumps, lined valves, mass flow meters, level instruments and sealing systems move acids, solvents, polymers and specialty chemicals, under emission limits, material compatibility rules and safety cases that shape every selection.

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A Case Study in Cooperation with Equilibar LLC and ILS – Integrated Lab Solutions

March 1, 2021
In recent years, researchers have focused more and more – and will continue to focus – on developing improved polymers...
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Pump Control in Chemical Pilot Plants

February 23, 2021
A pilot plant is an important step from lab-scale to commercial-scale production.
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Actuator Control Network Solution Provided at Spanish Chemical Processing Plant

February 19, 2021
Almost 150 intelligent electric actuators on Rotork’s Pakscan™ control network have been ordered for the Quimica Puente Mayorga chemical processing...
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AW-Lake Introduces Clamp-on Ultrasonic Flow Meters that Install on the Outside of Pipes Without System Shutdown

February 1, 2021
AW-Lake introduces a new series of Clamp-On Ultrasonic Flow Meters that fasten on the outside of vertical or horizontal pipes...
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Sump Level Make-Up Water Controls in Wet Chemical Scrubbers

January 19, 2021
Maintaining efficiency in wet chemical scrubbers has become one of the most important missions of current APC facilities due to...
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Liquid Chemicals Processing experts

Kyle Daniels, CEO, is an Aerospace Engineer and the inventor, Chief Engineer, and Head of Product Design of the Dilating Disk Valve™, formerly known as the Shutter Valve™. He holds several patents on the Dilating Disk™ Valve, and is an expert in the field of industrial valves. Mr. Daniels spent his career in the aerospace industry working at General Electric, Pratt & Whitney, and Embraer Aircraft. He is a graduate of The Ohio State University’s prestigious Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering program and received a master’s degree (magna cum laude) from Brown University’s Program in Innovation Management and Entrepreneurship. Mr. Daniels is from Miami, FL and has resided in Ohio, Connecticut, Rhode Island and Paris, France.

Nikolas Oppenberger

Nikolas Oppenberger

UWT GmbH

As product manager at UWT Nikolas specializes in solving demanding applications, consulting, training and troubleshooting. He also studied industrial engineering, technical product and innovation management. Since coming to UWT in 2018 he found his passion for level measurement solutions for different process situations in a variety of industries. He enjoys new, exciting challenges and he is our go-to expert on tricky installations around the globe. PERFORMANCE. UP TO THE MAX. That's what motivates him. Markus started out his career by training as a Systems Electronics Technician where he acquired valuable practical experiences in this field. He then moved on to study at the University of Ulster (Northern Ireland) and the University of Applied Sciences Kempten (Germany) where he graduated as an Electronics Engineer. Since then, he has gained over 20 years’ experience in product management, application consulting and product training working for international operating companies specializing in measurement and control devices. During that time Markus has worked with various sensor technologies in the field of flow, pressure and level control providing innovative solutions for organisations around the globe. Currently his professional focus is on level measurement, especially vibration, capacitive and radio frequency technologies. In addition he also specializes in rotary paddle, guided and free radar devices. With his extensive experience within the industry Markus is renowned as an expert in all applications delivering solutions from the standard through to extreme measurement situations as well as the more unusual niche applications.

A pump is more than just rotary equipment. It is the promise to solve a pumping task safely and reliably. In his function as a product and application manager at HERMETIC-Pumpen GmbH, Dominik Hegen takes care of transparently presenting the knowledge about pump technology and the selection of the pump to the customer. After an apprenticeship as a mold mechanic for high injection tools, Dominik graduated as an industrial engineer and specialized in the field of product management and has 9 years of professional experience in this field in different positions. At HERMETIC – Pumpen GmbH he is responsible for standardized canned motor pumps which are used in chemistry, Petrochemistry and oil and gas applications. With numerous webinars and user-friendly brochures, he supports customers and interested parties in the selection of suitable pumps and works as an interface between sales and technology. Should you want to know more about one of the most safe, cost efficient and reliable pump technologies do not hesitate to contact Dominik Hegen.

Erik Tiemensma, Sales Knowledge Manager, has over 20 years of experience in flow and pressure measurement and control for gas, liquid and vapour. For many years Erik worked as Sales Engineer supporting worldwide sales channels in finding the best solutions for customers’ applications. At Bronkhorst we are convinced that sharing experiences and knowledge is an added value for customers, when discussing the most suitable products for their applications. As part of this expert panel, looks forward to your challenging flow or pressure questions.

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Improved Monitoring Helps Chemical Company Maintain Precision Processing

January 18, 2021
Siemens transmitter solves recurring problem with blending process monitoring
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HERMETIC V-Line: Expanded Range of Application and New Accessories

January 13, 2021
HERMETIC-Pumpen GmbH, the world leading manufacturer of leak-free and maintenance-free canned motor pumps, has further expanded its modular product line...
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EMICA Launches Its New Family of Magnetically Driven Pumps

December 16, 2020
EMICA launches its new family of magnetically driven pumps, specially conceived for the chemical industry in general.
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Low-Wearing Pumps For Coarse Paints

October 14, 2020
Pumping paints and pigments is a challenge. The pigments are abrasive and act like sandpaper on other materials when they...
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Safe Level Measurement in Ethanol Tanks with Guided Wave Radar

October 13, 2020
For the storage processes of ethanol of a Swedish producer the guided wave radar for continuous level determination was implemented...
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Wilden® Announces Paint Your Pump Contest

September 8, 2020
Wilden part of PSG®, a Dover company and a worldwide leader in specialty pumps, announces its first ever Paint Your...
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Allweiler AEB-DE Pump Series Conserves Space While Dosing Accurately

September 4, 2020
Allweiler launches the next-generation AEB-DE progressing cavity pump series of four pump sizes that share one installation footprint and are...
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Flow Monitoring in Explosive Atmosphere

August 20, 2020
Titan Enterprises offers special options for its Oval Gear flow meters to ensure safe operation in potentially explosive atmospheres such...
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