Product Digest
Gas Analyzers Allow Real-Time Process Improvements
X-STREAM analyzers offer single- and dual-channel analysis using infrared, ultraviolet and visible (NDIR/UV/VIS) detectors, with paramagnetic and electrochemical oxygen senors, and thermal conductivity sensors. Three configurations are available: a rack-mounted or tabletop general-purpose model; a flameproof/explosionproof model (pictured) in a wall-mountable NEMA 4X/IP66 painted cast aluminum housing suitable for Class I, Zone 1, Group IIB + H2 hazardous areas; and a field-housing model in a NEMA 4X/IP66 painted stainless steel housing. The analyzers can measure one or two components in any combination. Optional thermostatic control enables the measurement of lower sample gas concentrations and higher dew points. A purge can be added to protect the electronics and provide operator safety when handling corrosive and toxic gases.
Appeared In Issue: June 2006
Emerson Process Management
www.emersonprocess.com
Pump Control System Lowers Total Cost of Ownership
A pre-engineered, intelligent pump optimization, control and protection system, the IPS Tempo incorporates variable-frequency drive (VFD) technology, pump-specific optimization software, an industrial-grade electric drive, and an intuitive menu-driven user interface. It monitors process variables and pump power, and adjusts pump operations in response to flow, pressure, temperature and level changes. The system helps eliminate costly downtime and repairs caused by dry running, blocked lines, pump overloads, closed suction or discharge valves, cavitation, and excessive wear and rubbing. Furthermore it reduces power consumption by up to 50%.
Appeared In Issue: June 2006
Flowserve Corp.
www.flowserve.com
Chlorine Sensor Works With Common Millivoltmeters
Designed with a removable and replaceable membrane cap for easy maintenance and long life, this sensor measures free chlorine at concentrations from 0.1 ppm to 10 ppm. It has an onboard circuit that allows it to be connected to any analytical millivoltmeter, eliminating the need to buy new equipment designed to work only with free-chlorine sensors. The sensor can be converted to measure total chlorine with a switch of the membrane and electrolyte, and comes standard with a temperature sensor to allow automatic temperature correction.
Appeared In Issue: June 2006
Analytical Sensors and Instruments Ltd.
www.asi-sensors.com
Thermocouple Temperature Transmitter Converts a PC into a Strip Chart Recorder
The OM-CP-FRTC4000A, a miniature, wireless, battery-powered, standalone thermocouple-based temperature transmitter, sends readings back to its host computer, where the data can be analyzed in real-time. The readings are also logged into the device’s memory for added data security. Data are received at the PC using a receiver that attaches directly to the serial port. Numerous devices may transmit data to the same receiving station. All received data are date- and time-stamped and stored directly to the PC. The data can be printed in graphical or tabular format, and can be exported to a text or Excel file.
Appeared In Issue: June 2006
Omega Engineering, Inc.
www.omega.com
ICP Spectrometers Have a Small Footprint
The iCAP Series inductively coupled plasma (ICP) spectrometers are said to be the smallest such instrument available on the market today. They feature a new close-coupled optical design with orthogonal optics, which increases the amount of light reaching the detector. The RACID86 fourth-generation charge injection device (CID) detector allows high-intensity signals to be read very rapidly, while lower-intensity signals are accumulated over a longer time. This ensures optimum signal-to-noise ratio and provides resistance to saturation. Pushing the plug-and-play, semi-demountable torch into place in the torch compartment automatically makes the gas connections and aligns it with the optical system. In addition to the standard aqueous system, optional sample-introduction kits are available for organics, high-solids samples, and samples containing hydrofluoric acid.
Appeared In Issue: June 2006
Thermo Electron
www.thermo.com/elemental
Flow Totalizer is Battery-Powered for Use in the Field
Long-lasting, standard lithium batteries make the Signet 8150 flow totalizer ideal for remote or mobile installatioins where access to line power is limited. Because of its low-power-consumption design, these batteries are rated to last up to four years (nominal). The unit is offered with three totalizers — two are resettable for long-term and short-term monitoring, and the third is permanent. A large LCD display indicates both flowrate and total flow volume simultaneously. The 8150 is available in both integral and panel-mounted styles, and can be provided with NEMA 4X protection.
Appeared In Issue: June 2006
GF Piping Systems
www.us.piping.georgefischer.com