Instrumentation
Universal Feed Controller Handles Multiple Feeders
The GUC-F universal feeder controller enables additional feeding capacity. The device automates control over weighing, dosing, and feeding from up to four feeders on up to four different processing lines from a single human-machine interface (HMI) screen. Users can preconfigure the controller based on the type of feeder, required modes of operation, and use of frequency converters. The controller is suitable for food, chemical, pharmaceutical, and other powder and bulk material feeding processes. The automated feeder control system may be installed with new feeders or retrofitted onto existing feeders.
Gericke USA
Level Detector Measures Most Granular Materials
The DJ level detector provides accurate level measurements of materials such as chemical powders, minerals, flakes, pellets, and other heavy granular materials. The level detector is wear-free and contains no moving parts, gaskets, or seals. It is mounted through a half-coupling at the point of detection, eliminating the need for costly flanges, float chambers, or fittings. The level detector uses a single-pole, double-throw relay within the control unit to actuate alarms, indicator lights, or process control equipment.
Automation Products, Inc.
Fluids and Solids Handling
Pneumatic Valve System Simplifies Sensor-to-Cloud Data Exchange
The AVENTICS Series Advanced Valve (AV) valve system with Advanced Electronic System (AES) is now available with Open Platform Communications Unified Architecture (OPC UA) functionality. OPC UA allows for direct data exchange between the valve system and the upper-level system (e.g., the cloud), eliminating the need for a gateway. It allows companies to continue to use their own cloud systems and software so that the transition to industrial internet of things (IIoT) is smooth and efficient. Users can access data and analytics without any disruptions or modifications to the programmable logic controller (PLC).
Emerson
Mobile Sanitary Bulk Material Unloader Maneuvers Easily
The Mobile Sanitary IBC unloading and conveying system provides dust-free transfer of contamination-sensitive bulk solid materials from intermediate bulk containers (IBCs) to downstream processes. The conveyor handles a wide range of free- and non-free-flowing bulk solids, from pellets to submicron powders. The discharger frame is mounted on casters so that users can roll the mobile conveyor to multiple locations throughout the plant or to a cleaning station. The support mast, flexible screw conveyor, and hopper all tilt down to maneuver in low-headroom areas. The system is available in various finishes to accommodate industrial, food, or pharmaceutical standards.
Flexicon
Software
Simulation Database Speeds Injection Molding Projects
The Engineered Materials injection molding simulation database ensures that customers have access to the latest TECHNYL injection molding data. The database is regularly updated to include new offerings from the company and newly validated data beyond the standard injection molding process characterization, such as fiber orientation prediction optimization. This allows customers to save time and effort in getting the appropriate data for projects.
DOMO Chemicals
Laboratory Equipment
Metal Analyzer Offers Fast, Efficient Calibration
The SPECTROMAXx LMX10 arc/spark optical emission spectrometry (OES) analyzer provides accurate elemental analysis of metals. It features the iCAL 2.0 calibration logic, which requires only five minutes and a single sample per day for calibration. The calibration automatically compensates for most changes in environmental temperature or pressure. Conventional analyzers may need at least 30 min for standardization and reruns whenever site conditions change. The analyzer is available in two models. The basic SPECTROMAXx features a single air optic while the SPECTROLAB S has state-of-the-art complementary metal oxide semiconductor (CMOS) sensors that extend the relevant and applicable elemental wavelength range from 233 nm to 670 nm. It features an ultraviolet (UV) optic that handles a lower spectral range, from 120 nm to 235 nm. In addition, the analyzer allows for a total shutdown of argon flow during standby periods to reduce consumables costs.
SPECTRO Analytical Instruments
Measurement Technique Streamlines Analysis of Macromolecular Complexes
The Direct Mass Technology mode enables charge detection capabilities for liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LC-MS) analyzers, allowing direct mass determination of hundreds to thousands of individual ions in a single spectrum. Laboratories can measure mass for complex heterogeneous mixtures of multiple charged components, providing valuable insights into proteoforms, biotherapeutics, and next-generation drug modalities. Users can decipher protein complexes, biotherapeutics, and viral particles at up to 20-fold higher resolution than traditional ensemble ion measurements.
Thermo Fisher Scientific
Automated System Extracts Oil and Grease from Sample Media
The SPE-Express 2 system automates the extraction of oil and grease components from sample media using a solid-phase extraction (SPE) disk, saving hours of time in the lab. The system uses an automated process in place of traditional liquid-liquid extraction techniques that require manual time-intensive sample interaction. Components are eluted from the SPE disk using n-hexane and collected in an aluminum pan. After elution and collection, the system gently applies heat to evaporate the remaining solvent mixture and capture the oil and grease component residue.
Cole-Parmer
Operations and Maintenance
Elastomer Dosing System Accommodates Recycled Materials
The CASTECH dosing system allows customers to add up to 25 wt% of recycled content to hot cast polyurethane elastomer systems. Users can choose to add fillers made from a variety of materials, including recycled rubber, solid polyurethane, and fibers. The recycled content can vary in density and size depending on requirements. Adding recycled fillers in engineering elastomer systems often causes air entrapment, which can negatively affect component quality. This system minimizes air bubble formation as recycled fillers are added. Once mixed, the recycled content flows freely into the mold and bonds well with the matrix.
Huntsman Corp.
Post Hoists Raise and Lower Vacuum Conveyors Safely
These post hoists allow users to safely raise vacuum conveyors in elevated installations and lower them for easy access and cleaning, eliminating the need for workers to climb up ladders, stairs, or onto mezzanines. The post hoists are suitable for positioning vacuum conveyors above mixers, reactors, tanks, bulk containers, and other discharge points, helping to eliminate confined space entry (CSE) and vapor exposure hazards. The post hoists are custom-engineered for each installation based on the height above the floor, distance of travel to the discharge, weight of the powder or other bulk material and conveyor, and other factors. The line of post hoists includes pneumatic post hoists that raise and lower the conveyor at the push of a button and manual post hoists that raise and lower the conveyor via a handcrank. Stationary and mobile post hoists are also available.
Volkmann USA
Pipe Fitting Reduces Installation Time
The LOKX System ductile iron fitting has a unique internal restraint design that prevents pipe-to-pipe and pipe-to-fitting separation, even at high pressures. The system eliminates the need for bolts or assembly tools, requiring significantly less installation time and labor costs than mechanical joint restraint fitting systems. The push-on style fitting has deflection capabilities and flexibility that allow for extreme ground movement, making it suitable for seismic applications.
GF Piping Systems
Float Action Belt Cleaner Simplifies Belt Cleaning
The Model FA is a multi-bladed spring arm conveyor belt cleaner. The flexible spring-steel arms include a rubber shock-absorber type mount to prevent mechanical damage to the belt splices. The wiper arms work independently of each other (i.e., float action) to remove carryback from the conveyor belt. Users can adjust the belt tension with an easy-to-use pressure handle. The belt cleaner is compatible with wet, dry, or sticky materials, and works well on uneven conveyor belts. It is available with seven different blade materials, ranging from urethane to stainless steel to tungsten carbide.
Conveyor Components Co.
Geolocation Module Enables Asset Tracking
The LBEU5ZZ1WL geolocation module is a low-power, wide-area network (LPWAN) location module that simplifies multifunctional internet of things (IoT) asset tracking. It offers long battery life and high flexibility so that customers can build custom low-cost asset tracking devices for both indoor and outdoor applications, including asset recovery, traceability, inventory management, and theft prevention. The module has a wide operating range from –25°C to 85°C (–13°F to 185°F). In addition, the module features Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity for short-range communication with phone applications and other devices.
Abeeway
Mobile Centrifugal Separator Cleans Oil Efficiently
The OCM Light is a mobile centrifugal separator module that offers high separation efficiency. The centrifugal separator reduces operating and disposal costs and improves product quality. It removes fine solids and water simultaneously to prevent contaminated lube and fuel oil that causes equipment problems. In addition, the centrifugal separator has a small footprint and offers plug-and-play installation so that it maneuvers easily from tank to tank.
Alfa Laval
Materials and Chemicals
Universal Polymeric Dispersing Agent Is Suitable for Organic and Inorganic Pigments
The Dispersogen Flex 100 universal polymeric dispersing agent improves pigment preparations. It allows customers to incorporate organic and inorganic pigments, such as carbon blacks and titanium dioxide, for both water- and solvent-borne paint systems. The fully universal dispersing agent contains less than 1.0% volatile organic compound (VOC) and is free of alkylphenol ethoxylates (APEOs) and solvents.
Clariant
Fast-Drying Epoxy Coating Prevents Corrosion Under Insulation
Hempaprime CUI 275 is a fast-drying, alkylamine-cured epoxy paint that provides long-lasting barrier protection in severely corrosive environments, high temperatures, and wet conditions beneath thermal insulation. Corrosion under insulation (CUI) occurs when insulated pipework and other equipment are exposed to high temperatures and temperature fluctuations. CUI is difficult to detect and can cause extensive damage before it is spotted, requiring costly repair work and long periods of plant shutdown. The coating offers significantly higher crack resistance at high temperatures than traditional epoxy phenolic coatings, reducing the risk of cracking and premature failure during service. The coating is suitable for use in a wide range of temperatures from –10°C (14°F) to 275°C (527°F).
Hempel
Precursor Contains Renewable Material
2-Ethylhexanol (EH) Pro 25 is made of 25% renewable materials. 2-EH is widely used in the production of plasticizers, acrylates, and lubrication oil additives. The material is chemically identical to its fossil-based counterpart, offering the same quality and performance but with a lower carbon footprint. It is drop-in ready for existing formulations. The material is certified by the International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC) PLUS system, which uses a traceable mass balance concept to account for renewable content.
Perstorp
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