Instrumentation
Flowmeters Feature Coriolis Technology
The Micro Motion G-Series of flow and density meters uses Coriolis technology to provide high-quality measurements for liquid and gas applications. Coriolis flowmeters induce an artificial Coriolis acceleration in the flow stream to accurately measure the fluid’s inertia. These meters are compact and readily compatible with existing processes. The flowmeters can be monitored visually via easy-to-read screens or remotely using a wireless configuration. They are also compatible with two-wire and four-wire cabling. The meters are available in six sizes from 8.1 in. to 23 in.
Emerson
Temperature Sensors Provide Non-Invasive Measurement
The HANI line of temperature sensors now includes a tank-mounted option that can be attached to the side of a metal tank for non-invasive temperature sensing. This method of temperature measurement reduces installation-related downtime and the possibility of system damage while maintaining a high degree of accuracy comparable to that of an immersion sensor. The sensor has a temperature range of 0–100°C and a 4–20 mA output.
Omega Engineering, Inc.
Semiconductor Fault Analysis System Offers High Accuracy
The Meridian EX system is a failure analysis solution that performs precise fault localization on advanced semiconductor logic technologies. This unit displays ten times better spatial resolution than optical fault isolation devices, providing a crucial layer of analysis as chips get smaller and semiconductor architectures grow in complexity. The unit uses a small electron beam that is more precise than traditional laser-based technology to generate reliable characterization data and eliminate cross-talk from adjacent circuits.
Thermo Fisher Scientific, Inc.
Tablet Is Certified for Use in Hazardous Areas
The Tab-Ex 04 Pro D2 is a 5G, 10-in. Android tablet designed for Class 1, Div. 2 hazardous areas. The tablet has an internal memory of 128 GB and an external memory of 1 terabyte (TB) via a microSD card. This device supports 5G and WiFi-6E connectivity, as well as LTE Band 48 to support private LTE networks in the U.S. The 7,600 mAh battery is replaceable and provides up to 15 hr of runtime.
Pepperl+Fuchs, Inc.
Hygienic In-Line pH Probe Meets Food Industry Requirements
Typical in-line pH probes have fragile pH-sensing glass that makes them ineligible for food manufacturing applications. The InPro X1 pH sensor resolves this issue by replacing the glass with a food-grade polyether ether ketone (PEEK) polymer and the manufacturer’s pH-sensitive X-Chip. This design enables continuous and accurate pH measurements, eliminating the need for sample testing. The probe can withstand clean-in-place procedures with minimal accuracy loss. The probe meets all necessary regulations for food applications.
Mettler Toledo
Autonomous Data Logging System Is Remotely Accessible
The OPTIBRIDGE 3880 is a wireless communication and data logging system that enables remote access to data measurements in the water and wastewater industry. The unit is fully autonomous and can be powered via the main power supply or battery. Depending on an application’s needs, the system offers various data computing capabilities, from logging and storage to process visualization and data evaluation. Collected data can also be integrated with any supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) system or open platform communications united architecture (OPC UA).
KROHNE Messtechnik GmbH
Fluids and Solids Handling
Pneumatic Vacuum Conveyors Transfer Lean- and Dense- Phase Media
The VS pneumatic vacuum conveying system moves bulk materials in both the lean phase (i.e., fast-moving particles suspended in air within the pipe) and the dense phase (i.e., slow-moving material that forms a plug within the pipe forced through by compressed air). The operating phase is switched manually and without tools using a ball valve at the feeding elbow. This unit is suitable for contract packaging, food processing, and pharmaceutical manufacturing applications where rapid shifting between various process media is required.
Volkmann, Inc.
Flexible Screw Conveyor Adapter Ensures Process Sanitation
The conveyor discharge adapter for the SPIRALFEEDER flexible screw conveyors reduces the risk of cross-contamination and bacterial growth. The adapter includes a tri-clover sanitary fitting that maintains the position and stability of the tube enclosing the rotating screw conveyor. This eliminates traditional lip seals, which are prone to accumulating material. Although originally designed for food processing, this design meets U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) purity requirements for pharmaceutical and other hygienic applications.
Automated Flexible Conveyor, Inc.
High-Wear Batch Mixer Blends Abrasive Materials
The MX-10-AR rotary batch mini mixer’s abrasion-resistant steel internal surface enables the mixing of aggregates, metal powders, pigments, sand, chemicals, reinforced thermoplastics, and other abrasive materials. The mixer’s design blends with no shear and funnels all material toward the stationary plug gate valve, leaving no residual material after evacuation. The maximum volume is 10 ft3, and the unit can blend with or without liquid additions. The mixer is efficient down to 15% of its rated capacity.
Munson Machinery Co.
Retractable Spray Device Cleans Hard-to-Reach Areas
The Free Rotating Retractor efficiently sanitizes difficult-to-access ducts, tanks, and confined spaces in hygienic processing lines. This clean-in-pace system can be installed so that it is flush against the vessel wall during operation. During cleaning, the head slides out and provides a 310-deg. spray pattern before retracting into the process-ready position. This device is suitable for food and beverage manufacturing applications, and the higher-purity UltraPure model is suitable for pharmaceutical manufacturing applications. These devices can be automated via integration into the manufacturer’s ThinkTop sensing and control units.
Alfa Laval
Software
Ready-Made Artificial Intelligence Models Trained on Wide-Ranging Datasets
The Ready Models are production-ready machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI) models for edge devices. These models were trained on diverse datasets, which allows companies to avoid the cost of in-house data collection and model training. Their ready-to-use design makes them easily downloadable onto existing microcontroller hardware and requires minimal prior AI/ML experience. The models are suitable for applications that require detecting specific sounds, capacitive sensing, detecting presence using radar, or using inertial measurement units to detect the motion of humans.
Imagimob AB
Dosing Software Catches Bulk Material Flow Discrepancies
The Dosingtest V2.2 software measures, records, and analyzes mass flow data from gravimetric bulk material feeders. The dosing program compares the measured data to known production data to reveal discrepancies and alert personnel. The software is suitable for measuring powders, granules, and other bulk material flows in the food, chemical, and pharmaceutical industries. It complies with the necessary FDA, Dept. of Agriculture (USDA), and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) data integrity regulations.
Gericke AG
Bioreactor Software Streamlines Cultivated Meat Production
The companion software for the AUXO V bioreactors offers personnel remote accessibility in the cultivated meat industry. Cultivated meat is produced by animal cells replicating in a bioreactor, and the AUXO V and corresponding software enable producers to scale up with increased flexibility, speed, and control. The operation interface allows non-experts to manage the bioreactor using pre-programmed recipes, while the software allows operators to adjust key operation parameters such as temperature, pH, and oxygen levels.
Cultivated B
Laboratory Equipment
Microplastics Extraction and Recovery Unit Automates Sample Pretreatment
Measuring the presence of microplastics in oceans, rivers, lakes, and wastewater often requires lengthy, manual pretreatment to remove certain contaminants. The MAP-100 automatic microplastics pretreatment unit automates the two primary separation steps, which include adding an acid that dissolves organic matter and performing a density separation to remove silt, dirt, and other inorganic substances. The unit also collects the microplastic particles to improve process efficiency and safety for personnel.
Shimadzu
Customizable Low-Pulsation Pumps Ensure Smooth Flow
The FP 7 and FP 25 liquid pumps are the newest additions to the Smooth Flow series of low-pulsation pumps. Each pump includes four-point valves for reliable self-priming and a built-in dampener to minimize turbulence, reduce friction, and ensure smooth flow. Pump parts, including pump head, valve, and diaphragm materials, can be customized to fit specific applications. The pump is available with a variety of direct current (DC) motor options, including a brushless direct current (BLDC) motor that can be customized and controlled digitally. The FP 7 and FP 25 have nominal flowrates of 70 mL/min and 250 mL/min, respectively.
KNF Group
Materials and Chemicals
Updated Resin Formulation Includes Higher Post-Consumer Recycled Content
The 10 LNP Elcrin copolymer resins now contain up to 75% post-consumer recycled (PCR) content. These resins reduce plastic waste and have a lower carbon footprint than virgin resins while demonstrating desirable performance properties like low-temperature ductility, chemical and weathering resistance, good flow for easy processing, and broad color space, depending on the grade. The updated formulations enable a wider color range for opaque materials, several transparent options, and a variety of flameretardant (FR) choices.
SABIC
Epoxy Withstands Rigorous Thermocycling
The UV23FLDC-80TK epoxy is a one-component, dual-cure adhesive that readily cures within 20–30 sec in 320–365 nm ultraviolet (UV) light. The epoxy can also undergo a secondary heat curing in 60–90 min at 80–85°C if adequate light is unavailable. The epoxy is highly thixotropic and viscous, making it suitable for applications requiring minimal flow. It can withstand repeated thermocycling due to its low tensile modulus (250–500 psi) and high room temperature elongation (90–100%).
Master Bond, Inc.
Heat Transfer
Heat Exchanger Reduces Sanitation Time
Traditional heat exchangers used in dairy, egg, and other food processing applications often require inefficient sanitation processes due to lengthy disassembly. The Plate Heat Exchanger FastFrame has simplified tie-bar seals and can be opened and closed using a power wrench in under two minutes. The frame’s design ensures uniform tightening across the plate packs, reducing the likelihood of warping and deformation. The heat exchanger is certified by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME).
SPX Flow
Engineering Services
Threat Detection Service Provides Industrial Cybersecurity
Threat Detection Services from Rockwell Automation use the xDome platform to help secure operational technology (OT) environments. The cloud-based platform secures Internet of Things (IoT) equipment and systems in industrial operations as they scale up. The comprehensive threat detection can be easily integrated into existing processes, either remotely or on-site. The service is a joint collaboration between xDome’s creator and Rockwell Automation.
Rockwell Automation
Environmental, Health, and Safety
Water Filtration System Effectively Removes Per- and Polyfluorinated Substances
Per- and polyfluorinated substances (PFAS) are chemicals found in a variety of products that contaminate groundwater and cannot be removed by traditional water treatment technologies. The Surface Active Foam Fractionation (SAFF) unit removes more than 99% of PFAS from groundwater, surface water, landfill leachate, and industrial wastewater. The unit takes advantage of PFAS’s tendency to accumulate on air-water interfaces to bubble air through contaminated water and collect PFAS in the resulting foam.
Epoc Enviro
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