Engineering Data
Mass Transfer
This comprehensive CD-ROM provides a wealth of information and technical data about a variety of separation products. It covers mist eliminator theory and proper installation procedures for designs ranging from high-efficiency, double-pocket vane to submicron candle mist-eliminators. For liquid/liquid separations, coalescers and common applications in which they are especially effective are discussed. Random and structured packings, including the firm’s patented SuperBlend 2-Pac, as well as tower internals such as wedge-wire catalyst bed supports, reactor outlet baskets, trays and other components, are described and illustrated.
Appeared In Issue: May 2006
AMISTCO Separation Products
www.amistco.com
Turbine Agitators
Two recently released brochures provide detailed information on the HT and GT turbine agitators. The 12-page HT brochure provides information on gearbox drive internals and features, shaft seals and designs, seal change procedures, dimensions, process technology and innovation, and after-market and technical support information. The 8-page GT brochure covers drive features, mounting options, the “swing out” seal change design, technology advancements, and dimensional information.
Appeared In Issue: May 2006
Chemineer, Inc.
www.chemineer.com
Dust Collectors
Photos and illustrations in this brochure show how this firm’s dust collectors help protect workers from harmful smoke, fumes and other pollutants in plastics, painting, powders and other manufacturing industries. Detailed specifications are provided to enable the engineer to determine the correct configuration for a particular application.
Appeared In Issue: May 2006
Micro Air
www.microaironline.com
Temperature and Humidity Mapping
Chemical processors seeking to minimize spoilage of products and inventory can access the “Temperature and Temperature/Humidity Mapping Guide” at www.dicksonweb.com/article/article_26.php. This best practices guide provides step-by-step instructions for creating and maintaining an effective facility mapping program, including how to determine critical mapping points, appropriate sampling rates, data logger selection criteria, data analysis, remediation considerations, and more.
Appeared In Issue: May 2006
Dickson Co.
www.dicksonweb.com
Tank Cleaning
Entitled “Better Way to Clean,” this CD/video presentation provides information on cleaning tanks and vessels. It also includes product demonstrations and detailed product data on the company’s line of impingement cleaning machines and accessories.
Appeared In Issue: May 2006
Gamajet Cleaning Systems, Inc.
www.gamajet.com
High-Resolution GC/MS
The DFS high-resolution gas-chromatography/mass-spectrometer for trace and target compound analysis is the subject of this 18-page brochure. It provides a detailed description of the instrument and its operation and benefits, and demonstrates the device’s target-compound performance with two real-life application stories.
Appeared In Issue: May 2006
Thermo Electron Corp.
www.thermo.com
Reusable Containers
This 8-page brochure features application photos of the ROPAK reusable container systems in a variety of applications. General-purpose handling applications highlighted include adhesives and chemicals; small and uniform parts handling applications include dry chemicals, pharmaceuticals, plastics, resins and powders. The brochure also provides details on the company’s range of products and services, including dunnage design, repair, leasing, fabrication and recycling.
Appeared In Issue: May 2006
LINPAC Materials Handling
www.linpacmh.com
Wireless Instrumentation
This brochure contains product descriptions, photos and technical specifications for a line of industrial wireless instrumentation. It includes a primer on industrial wireless systems, and covers design principles, specifications, areas of use, applicable standards, and selecting an appropriate wireless system.
Appeared In Issue: May 2006
Adalet Wireless
www.adaletwireless.com
Pressure Relief Devices
This 84-page catalog contains in-depth information on a line of pressure-relief devices. It provides detailed descriptions and technical specifications for rupture disks, rupture disk holders, sanitary products, rupture panels, single-use assemblies, alarms and sensors. Charts detailing burst pressure tolerances, panel specification information and temperature limit data are included, along with illustrations and photos.
Appeared In Issue: May 2006
Oklahoma Safety Equipment Co. (OSECO)
www.oseco.com
Industrial Spray Products
Technical information, performance data and specification guidelines are provided in this 400-page catalog of spray products for industrial applications such as cleaning, coating, washing/rinsing, cooling, drying, tank washing, and more. General purpose, air atomizing, and automatic spray nozzles are included, as well as products for automated spray control, tank washing, air control and specialty applications. Spray atomization strategies and tips, plus ideas on how to ensure maximum spray performance, improve product and process efficiency, and lower operating costs are given.
Appeared In Issue: May 2006
Spraying Systems Co.
www.spray.com
Stop-Off Materials
These chemical formulations aid in brazing and heat-treating operations by preventing unwanted filler-metal flow and the accidental fusing together of parts. Technical Data Sheet 2.2.1 provides details on ten types and grades of stop-off materials in the Nicrobraz line, as well as recommended uses and applications.
Appeared In Issue: May 2006
Wall Colmonoy Corp.
www.wallcolmonoy.com
Static Electricity Control
This 24-page bulletin provides information on controlling static electricity in hazardous areas. Sections include a general introduction to the hazards and methods of control, 14 illustrated applications arrangements, a guide to equipment coding, a comparison of U.S. and European codes, a plant operator’s maintenance guide, and a safety checklist.
Appeared In Issue: May 2006
Newson Gale Inc.
www.newson-gale.com
Remote Video Monitoring System
Designed for the observation and inspection of processing operations, even in explosion-hazard locations, the VISULEX Ex Camera system is the subject of this 4-page catalog. Photographs and dimensional drawings illustrate the essential elements and optional features available. Detailed specifications, application tips and wiring diagrams are provided.
Appeared In Issue: May 2006
L. J. Star Inc.
www.ljstar.com
Plant Maintenance Equipment
This catalog covers an extensive line of tube cleaners, tube cleaning equipment and tube cleaning services that defeat deposit problems ranging from microbiological to manganese and iron, calcium carbonate scale or anything in between. Also included are tube plugs, air-cooled condenser cleaning systems, hydrodrilling services, leak-detection equipment and services, eddy-current testing services, and extensive support services.
Appeared In Issue: May 2006
Conco Systems, Inc.
www.concosystems.com
ISO 9000
Companies considering implementing an ISO 9000 quality program can find useful tools and information at this firm’s website, houstonISO9000.com. A summary of the ISO certification process with a checklist, as well as commonly used forms and a Master Audit Questionnaire have been posted so companies can get an idea of what type of information is required before making a commitment. A complete file that covers everything from documents, records, nonconforming products, corrective actions, preventive actions and internal procedures can also be found at the site.
Appeared In Issue: May 2006
Frontline Resources, Inc.
www.houstonISO9000.com
Melt-Processible Rubber
This extrusion guide offers technical processing tips for working with Alcryn melt-processible rubber (MPR), an elastomer that provides the ergonomic and performance qualities of rubber with superior oil, heat and weather resistance. The brochure features information on rheology; material handling and safety; processing by different types of extrusion and co-extrusion equipment; and processing parameters.
Appeared In Issue: May 2006
Advanced Polymer Alloys, Div. of Ferro Corp.
www.apainfo.com