Gap Gages ensure that instrumentation tube fittings are sufficiently tightened. They are particularly useful for fittings in hard-to-reach locations and in systems where inadequate tightening could result in dangerous or expensive consequences. Once the instrumentation tube fitting has been installed, but prior to system pressurization, the Gap Gage is inserted between the fitting nut and the body hex. If the gage will not fit in at any point of the gap, the connection has been properly made up and no additional tightening is necessary.

The Westfall Model 3000 flow conditioner can be mounted directly into a piping system to resolve flow turbulence issues with minimal head loss. It has four leading tabs and four anti-swirl plates that suppress turbulence and swirl. This design achieves a fully developed velocity profile within 8 diameters downstream. It is available in sizes from 0.5 in. to 120 in. dia., and measures 2 diameters long. It is easy to install and requires almost no maintenance.

The LS 13 320 particle size analyzer takes high-resolution, reproducible measurements of particles sized from 0.017 to 2,000 µm — a wider range than other laser-based instruments. It features the Tornado dry-powder dispersing system that keeps sample particles intact, and many detector and sample measurement options. Its standard analytical tools include Rosin-Rammler and Folk and Ward Phi methods. It has reverse Fourier optics incorporated into its patented fiber-optic spatial filter system, which helps to optimize light-scattering measurement.

The OtterBox 1990 is a sleek, stylish, semi-rugged case that is designed to protect Samsung Q1 and Q1 Ultra Premium mobile personal computers (UMPCs) from harsh environments. Part of the Defender Series, the case safeguards against damage if the computer is dropped, bumped or scratched, while providing full access to all navigation keys, I/O ports, and camera and webcam features.

The MP300 switch series has an attached floating actuator that provides simple, cost-effective liquid detection in industrial refrigeration and other process-control applications. The floating polypropylene ball is mounted on a stainless-steel level actuator to determine when a specific liquid level is reached. Once activated, the unit triggers a signal that can be used as an input to a programmable logic controller (PLC). The 2-in.-dia. ball has a working temperature up to 210ºF, and can withstand up to 250ºF for short periods.

The Model XR-41 X-ray inspection system is designed to handle larger-than-typical packaged products in applications that require detection of foreign bodies of metal, glass, calcified bone, and polyvinyl chloride. It features stainless steel construction, a 15-in. color touch screen and auto set-up, and does not require frequent calibration. The system uses linear array technology for improved sensitivity and speed. The XR-41 has external connectors that can be networked as an SQL client with full remote support facilities.

Two new dual-input versions of the Rosemount Model 1056 analyzer, the Model 1056-HT (HART) and Model 1056-DP (Profibus), make increased use of centralized monitoring and control, sensor diagnostics, and other advanced digital capabilities. The HART-enabled analyzer allows remote calibration, continuous monitoring of four live process variables, and configuration from the manufacturer’s AMS Suite or DeltaV host applications, a legacy DCS, or a supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) system.

The AutoBlend Complex Mixtures Generator is a multi-channel, computer-controlled blending system that uses permeation tubes to create trace concentration gas mixtures. Component concentrations can be independently varied, rendering the instrument ideal for sensor testing and methods validation. During operation, the permeation tubes that are installed in each channel emit a small, precisely known flow of each component compound.

With an eye on the capital-intensive oil, natural gas, and petrochemical markets, this instrument maker has added optical remote control to its ProSafe-RS controllers. This new feature enables closer integration with the company’s Centum CS3000 R3 production control system. Typically, an instrument panel room and safety controller are installed in each process to monitor and operate safety field devices, such as emergency shutdown valves.

The IntelliLogger is a portable data-logging system with network-enabled data collection and retrieval for remote monitoring. HyperWare-II drop-and-drag programming enables the system to quickly creates program by connecting a series of program and process icons. With built-in Ethernet and web-serving capabilities, the new insrument allows the monitoring of equipment and the presentation of logger-acquired information via a web browser.