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Sample pump eliminates emissions A compact system significantly improves analyzer accuracy. This innovative turnkey solution for analyzer emissions is a solid-state pump with an ultra-sensitive pressure regulator that mixes a compatible gas with the analyzer samples to achieve a constant vent header pressure even during times of plant upset. |
03/20/2007 |
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Compelling reasons to choose an insertion magnetic flow sensor Measuring flow rates and volumes of water and chemicals in the water, wastewater and chemical treatment industries requires the latest, simple to use and cost-effective technology that can keep up with the rigorous demands of the various applications. |
03/14/2007 |
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Vehicle emissions case promises broad impact A Supreme Court ruling could affect voluntary efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, according to Mike Spear, editor at large, in his monthly End Point column. |
01/08/2007 |
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pH sensor stands up to tough conditions Design provides improved reliability in a polymer-precursor batch reactor. Sensors must respond quickly and survive a harsh environment. Poor probe reliability can make the difference between a process that makes money and one that doesnt. |
01/08/2007 |
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pH measurement faces acid test Quest for more reliable readings prompts development of tougher and more-intelligent sensors. While pH control often plays a crucial role in processing, achieving reliable readings remains challenging at many sites. After all, pH sensors frequently serve in aggressive chemical environments. |
12/05/2006 |
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NeSSIs success should be a lock The New Sampling/Sensor Initiative or NeSSI that replaces tubing, fittings and other hardware in a sampling system with miniature modular components makes sense. Enhancements now in the works should assure its success. |
11/29/2006 |
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Get answers to your biomonitoring questions Guidance for chemical manufacturers, processors, and distributors about Section 8(e) of the Toxic Substances control act was issued on September 14, by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Chemical Processing's Regulatory Editor Lynn Bergeson discusses the new regulation. |
10/24/2006 |
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NeSSI tames the communications monster The new sampling/sensor initiative (NeSSI) is moving steadily to fulfill its original promise of increased efficiencies, costs-savings, and micro-analytic capabilities despite recent growing pains related to fieldbus. |
09/15/2006 |
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Biomonitoring gets a going-over The current state of biomonitoring is detailed in the much anticipated report issued July 24 by the Committee on Human Biomonitoring for Environmental Toxicants of the National Academies, Washington, D.C. |
09/11/2006 |
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Chemical processors face significant challenges in controlling fugitive emissions. The emissions escape from valves, compressors, pumps, piping components, etc. It is a difficult task, but necessary to avoid penalties and other liability. |
04/24/2006 |
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Choose the right temperature sensor Theres no simple solution to achieving accurate temperature measurement. Its a combination of knowing the inherent accuracy of particular sensor types, and how environmental factors can create further measurement uncertainty and the sensor calibration techniques available to reduce this uncertainty. |
04/24/2006 |
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Virtual instruments are gaining increasing roles and capabilities for closed-loop process control. |
01/04/2006 |
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ChemicalProcessing.com introduces Flow meter focus, a compilation of useful articles, news, white papers and product information related to flow meters. |
09/28/2005 |
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The country boasts not just booming exports but a strong desire for the best technology. |
09/27/2005 |
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Innovative corrosion monitoring solutions enhance process optimization Sensors now can provide data on both general and localized corrosion that allow corrosion to be treated as a real-time process variable. Using such data effectively can play an important role in optimizing plant operations. |
08/16/2005 |
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Biomonitoring assumes growing significance Greater emphasis on chemicals uptake is raising the role of this safety tool. |
07/25/2005 |
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Effective Simulation Requires a Broader Scope of Process Heat Transfer Measurements Accurate measurements under controlled conditions form the cornerstone of the development of methods for the successful design of heat transfer equipment. |
06/22/2005 |
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Process engineering: Properly seal that pump Environmental concerns are fostering use of mechanical seals in a growing number of applications. Here's a rundown on seal options. |
05/17/2005 |
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Process manufacturing: No transfer required As the pharmaceutical industry has matured, concerns about the safe handling of drug compounds during the manufacturing process have increased. To meet exposure limits and protect batches from any kind of contamination, the industrys need for improved containment has increased. |
05/04/2005 |
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Chemical Manufacturing & Engineering: What is Process Integration? The discipline of Process Integration includes the design of heat exchangers but the scope is much wider. |
04/29/2005 |
