Combining solids reduction and transfer pumping into one efficient unit, the Chopper Hopper is a unique and aggressive solids-reduction pumping system that reduces whole produce (pineapples, pumpkins, corn or any other fruits or vegetables) into an easy-to-handle puree or mash. Up to three stages of solids reduction are available for coarse, medium and fine particle size. The unit maximizes processing, requires minimal maintenance and reduces overall cost of ownership.

The Tetra Detector Array is ideal for the characterization of natural and synthetic polymers, biopolymers and proteins. It consists of a patent-pending Low-Angle Light-Scattering (LALS) detector, four capillary viscometer detectors, patent-pending refractometer and selectable wavelength UV/VIS. All the detectors, as well as the GPC columns, are contained within a heated oven compartment with temperature control to 80°C, which means the sample is not exposed to variations in temperature.

The MDM chemical process non-metallic magnetic drive pumps utilize the highest-grade samarium cobalt magnet capsules to handle highly corrosive and toxic chemicals such as sodium hypochlorite. Their design features construction materials of ETFE, for cost-effective handling of most aggressive chemistries, and PFA, for added temperature capabilities and high purity applications. Available bearing systems of carbon and high-purity alumina ceramic, or alpha-sintered silicon carbide, ensure process integrity. The pumps handle heads up to 350 ft and flows to 350 gal/min.

Designed for size reduction of minerals, ores and chemicals, the V-Slam Impactor has a particle-size reduction ratio up to 15:1 with speeds up to 12,500 ft/min and a capacity range from 5 to 100 t/h. The unit is equipped with an indexing feed tube and anvil ring. It also has a hydraulic-powered opening on the top housing for easy access and an automatic recirculating lubrication system. Distributor plates, shoes and other impeller components are easy to replace.

The second-generation Eclipse Model 705 guided-wave radar transmitter features: an extended measuring range (support probe up to 75 ft); high-temperature and high-pressure interface measurement capability; and an integrated 20-point linearization/strapping table. The unit also offers waveform capture capability and full PACTware FDT/DTM support. The transmitter has a safe fractional failure rating, enabling installation in SIL 2 safety-rated systems as a one-for-one device.

New to the firm’s Bulk Solids Pump (BSP) feeder line are the BSP-135 and the BSP-150-P. The BSP-135 loss-in-weight feeders can be configured using a platform scale, three-point or one-point suspension weighing. The BSP-150-P can be configured as a loss-in-weight feeder using three-point suspension weighing. The feeders use positive-displacement action to feed free-flowing materials with high accuracy, offering uniform discharge, consistent volume and gentle handling. The BSP feeders have vertical rotating discs that create feeding ducts.

The Model GDS-49 sensor transmitter accepts toxic or oxygen electrochemical-sensor modules, and functions in a two-wire 4–20-mA “sink”mode to transmit gas values thousands of feet away to an appropriate receiving device. It overcomes noise immunity problems associated with electrochemical sensors by enclosing its plug-in sensor module in a rugged metallic enclosure. Approvals include CSA Div. 1 and 2 explosionproof and intrinsically safe (IS) with an approved IS barrier.

The HPR series reactors have been designed for researchers who are interested in performing pressurized chemical reactions in their laboratories — whether highpressure chemical synthesis or process development. The reactors range in size from 50 mL to 8 L, and may be operated up to 10,000 psi and 350°C. The reactors have a magnetically coupled impeller for optimal mixing. All high-pressure components are ASME-rated and protected by a rupture disc for safe operations.

The model 700-TH-20-SSJ, sanitary, jacketed rotary batch mixer is designed with a stationary inlet and discharge, and a rotating drum with proprietary mixing flights that tumble, turn and fold material gently while achieving 100% uniformity in two to three minutes. Disparities in the bulk densities, particle sizes or flow characteristics of batch ingredients do not impair mixing, according to the company.

The Chopper Hopper is a food products processor that combines solids reduction and transfer pumping into one efficient unit. It can reduce whole produce — papayas, corn or any other fruits or vegetables — into an easy-to-handle slurry. The single compact package provides high throughput, large surge capacity and multiple stages of grinding for coarse, medium and even fine slurries. The Chopper Hopper features a rugged progressing cavity pump with proprietary gear joint design.