Technology Focus: Flow Control & Measurement - October 26, 2023 • Fluid Handling Pro

*|MC:SUBJECT|*

*|MC_PREVIEW_TEXT|*

Read about the latest innovations in Flow Control and Measurement

View in browser

EQUIPMENT »

EVENTS »

ADVERTISE »

ABB Launches Flowmeters with Faster And More Reliable Data Transmission for Process Industries

ABB has launched CoriolisMaster and ProcessMaster flowmeters that can be powered over the same ethernet cable used for data transmission, eliminating the need for separate cabling. The new feature reduces installation time and cost, and increases the speed and reliability of data transmission.

One of the key challenges facing customers in process industries is the need to reduce the complexity and cost of installation and operations of field instruments, infrastructure and systems. The new ABB CoriolisMaster and ProcessMaster flowmeters featuring ProfiNet with Power Over Ethernet address this challenge by providing a single-cable solution.

How to Meet Small Pipe Challenges in Manufacturing Fluid Flow

The need for precise fluid measurement and control is ubiquitous in manufacturing processes — in the research lab, through the conversion of raw materials to finished goods, and during packaging. Continuously measuring, monitoring, and analyzing fluid flow with suitable measurement technologies improves process reliability, performance, and uptime, as well as environmental sustainability and regulatory and standards compliance. This FAQ addresses growing challenges and modern solutions for fluid flow control.

Brooks Instrument Introduces New Coriolis Mass Flow Controllers

The new Brooks Instrument Quantim® QMC series of Coriolis mass flow controllers offers faster response time, enhanced diagnostics, expanded I/O options and improved zero stability. Brooks Instrument, a world leader in advanced flow, pressure and vapor delivery solutions, has released a new series of Quantim® QMC Coriolis mass flow controllers (MFCs) designed to provide high accuracy for very low flows of liquids and gasses. Ideal for applications such as catalyst research, mass balance calculations in chemical pilot plants, thin film coating and surface treatments, fiber-optic cable production and semiconductor wafer processing…

Panametrics Solves Visbreaker Unit Heavy Residue Measurement

A very well-known European refinery was looking for a way to improve the performance and reliability of the furnace feed measurement points of its Visbreaker unit.
This process unit thermally cracks long hydrocarbons molecules to reduce residue viscosity and increase the oil yield by using fewer middle distillates to get more valuable lighter products.

Existing orifice plates and their differential pressure transmitters were causing countless problems in terms of maintenance, safety and accuracy. These intensive maintenance requirements were increasing the refinery’s OPEX budget…

Xylem and FoodJet Partner on World-First Sauce Depositing Machine with Adaptive Capabilities

New trends in food consumption are reshaping the food processing industry as consumer demand for more variety, both in terms of taste and texture, grows. Take pizza for example, the Italian staple that is now consumed in almost every corner of the world. With almost 5 billion pizzas sold globally each year, it is estimated that the average American consumes up to 46 slices per year, while people in the United Kingdom consume around three slices per week. As its popularity continues to rise, so too does the demand for different flavor profiles and base shapes. In designing and engineering the pizza sauce depositor machine, FoodJet required a hygienic pumping solution that could deliver a reproducible amount of sauce per revolution while remaining resistant to the active ingredients in sauces and cleaning agents.

Pressure Transmitters Provide Reliable Performance on Filtration Systems For Hazardous Airborne Chemicals

A technical research, design, and manufacturing firm in the Western U.S.A. specializes in high-performance equipment used to protect the environment and personnel from the harmful effects of a wide variety of the world’s most hazardous airborne chemicals and contaminants. That equipment includes vessels, air handling units, air cleaning and filtration systems, containment and glove enclosures, and related piping and material handling systems. Of particular note, is the customer’s technology and experience related to protection against chemical warfare agents. The customer needs accurate and dependable differential pressure measurements for several locations within the filtration systems.

Related news

ABB’s Flowmeter: Optimizing Water Measurement for Fire Suppression Systems

Insurance providers highly regulate the equipment used for fire service to protect the investment and ensure the workers’ safety. A constant supply of water must be available for sprinkler systems to be continuously ready. To achieve this, the water supply must be maintained at a suitable pressure.
| Read more »

Titan Enterprises Goes ‘Back to Basics’ with Flow Meter Sensors

Liquid flow meter specialist Titan Enterprises, has published a technical review of pulse sensors for flow measurement devices and applications.
“Deciding on the best flow meter for a particular application can be problematic,” states Neil Hannay, Senior R&D Engineer with Titan Enterprises. | Read more »

Gas Flow Meter Makes Sampling Simple with Compact 2 Series

The Compact 2 is a gas flow meter based on the thermal principle. This means that this unit suitable for many gases in a range from 0-10 mln/min to 450 ln/min. The unit can be powered with a single AA battery, USB or with 24 vdc, Configuration is done over the touch screen.
| Read more »

E-book: Flow meters, a Beginners’ Guide

If you are a starting engineer or new in the world of ‘flow’, it can be helpful to have a look at the e-book ‘Flow meters, a beginners’ guide’.
Bronkhorst created this e-book for you. A beginners’ guide to help users of flow meters understand what a flow meter is and how it works. | Read more »

Accurate, Reliable FLT93 Switch Provides Flow or Leak Detection in Nuclear Plants

Engineers responsible for nuclear power plant operations who need flow, level, or temperature alarms and indicators for use in liquid, air, gas, or for interface service will find the FLT93 Series Switch from Fluid Components International (FCI) provides a nuclear safety qualified solution. | Read more »

Plan. Build. Operate. – GF Piping Systems Publishes its Updated Planning Fundamentals for Utilities

For utilities around the world, success starts in the planning phase. Swiss flow solutions expert GF Piping Systems therefore offers a technical manual that provides customers with comprehensive support throughout their projects. The 2023 edition adds new products and services and is available free of charge.
| Read more »

More related news »

Experts

Brooks Instrument

For over 75 years, Brooks Instrument has been a trusted partner for flow, pressure and vaporization instrumentation across the globe.
| Read more »

Xylem

Xylem is a leading water technology company committed to “solving water” by creating innovative and smart technology solutions to meet the world’s water, wastewater and energy needs. | Read more »

ABB Measurement and Analytics

ABB is a leading global technology company that energizes the transformation of society and industry to achieve a more productive, sustainable future.
| Read more »

Fuji Electric Corp. of America

Fuji Electric is committed to thoroughly exercising synergies between its core power semiconductor and power electronics technologies. | Read more »

Siemens Industry

Siemens Process Instrumentation offers innovative measurement solutions to increase plant efficiency and enhance product quality.

| Read more »

Panametrics

Panametrics, a Baker Hughes business, develops solutions for measuring and analyzing moisture, oxygen, liquid, steam, and gas flow with proven technologies. | Read more »