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InTech, May 2009
By Bruce Herman, ABB, and Robb Vanskike, Applied Controls
Several methods of measuring NOx have proven effective over the years, but a more effective way to measure stack emissions is to use a single photometric analyzer for simultaneous measurements of NO and NO2. Streamline Your Sampling System
Chemical Processing, April 2009
By John Wawrowski, et al, Swagelok
Sample analysis has moved from the laboratory to the field, enhancing efficiencies. To minimize system costs, many facilities use a single automated process analyzer to evaluate multiple sample streams in succession. These systems often rely on an assembly that selectively directs the sample streams to a shared passage line that leads to the analyzer. Making the Most of Thermal Imaging Data
Power, April 2009
By Gary Updegraff
One of the tools available to identify areas of possible failure is the thermal imaging camera, which can capture an image and rapidly display areas of varying temperatures in different colors without contact. This article discusses planning, operation, and documentation procedures designed to effectively use a thermal imaging camera as a critical element in an effective reliability program. Catching the Drift
Control, March 2009
By Bob Sperber
Calibration management software provides one environment for managing instrument data, test protocols, work processes and documentation. The software downloads documenting calibrators to eliminate manual typing before the test, and makes automated data entry more thorough and accurate than manual operations allow. If you build it in...
InTech, March 2009
By Ellen Fussell Policastro
Process analytical technologies and quality by design are some of the key words pharmaceutical and biotech mavens use today as part of their daily vocabulary. But while companies such as Merck and Pfizer are seeing the benefits of PAT, it hasn’t reached popularity in pharmaceuticals as much as in specialty chemicals, food, beverage and petrochemical.
| | Browse more articles and white papers on the Test, Measurement & LIMS portal. | | | Product Announcements | | | Other Product Announcements | Browse more Product Announcements on the Test, Measurement & LIMS portal. Search all Products by keyword, category, manufacturer or release date. | | White Papers | Force, strain and pressure transducers based on foil type strain gauges
By André Schäfer, Hottinger Baldwin Messtechnik
The strain gauge, in the classic shape as a foil-type strain gauge, is perfectly dedicated for the measurement of pressure, force, load or torque. If a suitable measuring body shape is chosen and a good compromise between solidity and sensitivity of the construction is found, there is no better solution around. Test-Centric Assembly
By Jacques Hoffmann, InterTech Development
The improvements to be expected from a testcentric assembly approach are not trivial. Leak test and functional test cycle times can be decreased 25% - 70%. This white paper reviews the general principles of test-centric assembly for manufacturers and machine builders. Assembly & Test white paper
Covers in-line vs. in-process testing; differentiating between defective parts vs. defective tests; differences in fixture design for testing vs. assembly; comparing generic vs. customized software for testing applications; and related cost-savings of various assembly & test techniques. A Guide to Transformer DC Resistance Measurements
By Bruce Hembroff, Manitoba Hydro
Measuring a transformer's DC resistance from one external terminal to another can reveal a great deal of information about the transformer. In addition to the obvious faulted winding (i.e., an open winding or shorted turn), more subtle problems can be detected. Applying the Right Troubleshooting Tools for Each Situation
By Taz Cantrell and Dan Payerle, Ideal Industries
In an ideal world, network installers would simply complete their work and conduct successful certification tests every time. Knowing what to do when the test fails often can be the make-or-break difference between turning a profit on a network installation or suffering a loss due to excess troubleshooting expenses.
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| | Resources & Literature | Malvern Instruments publishes Cement Plant analyzer brochure
Brochure gives a complete overview of particle size analyzers for the cement industry. GKS offers long range 3D scanning equipment rentals
Faro LS and Photon systems, capable of scanning massive objects and areas quickly, can be rented daily, weekly, and monthly. ABB announces optimization service for paper industry
Cross Direction Control Optimization Services combine diagnosis, implementation and sustaining services to improve and maintain profile performance of the paper sheet. IR Automation Guidebook: Temperature Monitoring and Control with IR Cameras
By FLIR
Handbook helps those considering the creation or improvement of production automation or monitoring systems with IR cameras. Numerous application examples are presented with explanations of how these IR vision systems can best be implemented. Axiom Analytical publishes Guide to Spectroscopic Analysis
Guide serves as a brief introduction to the diverse forms of molecular (or vibrational) spectroscopy as applied to both process development and on-line process applications.
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| | Application Stories | Technology Targets Towers
Chemical Processing, April 2009
By Seán Ottewell
A modified Rosemount 3051S, a scalable device that typically handles integrated pressure, flow and level measurements around the plant, is being used at the University of Texas Austin to provide early warning about flooding in distillation columns. Troubleshooting A Nuke Power Station’s Valve Problems with Acoustic Emission
Maintenance Technology, March 2009
By Joseph Dimmick, Leak Detection Services
Emergency Core Cooling System (ECCS) piping must be verified full of water once every 31 days, but Wolf Creek failed the test. Which of the 30 valves were leaking? Acoustic emission testing found nine culprits. Critical Vessel Monitoring
By FLIR
Infrared monitoring eliminates or minimizes the installation of point contact temperature sensors. Since contact sensors can only monitor “pin point” areas, there is always a concern about non-uniform temperatures throughout a vessel and across its surface. A few IR cameras eliminate this concern by monitoring the entire vessel surface, providing instantaneous non-contact temperature measurements. Analyze this
Control Engineering Europe, March 2009
AS Pontes, a coal-fired power station in Spain, installed four Servomex Fluegas analysers to monitor post-combustion levels of oxygen and carbon monoxide and thereby enable the combustion process to be continuously fine-tuned. The big cheese
InTech, March 2009
By Ellen Fussell Policastro
Alpine Slicing & Cheese Conversion. The company provides slicing, cutting, and packaging services to cheese producers nationwide, so it is important to detect any metal in the shavings. Alpine uses a variable-frequency metal detector from Loma Systems.
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| | Featured Training | National Instruments extends ELVIS for hands-on learning
ELVIS incorporates an onboard, 100 MS/s oscilloscope and a series of add-on boards to extend the platform beyond instrumentation and circuits applications. ABCs of multimeter safety
By Fluke
Engineers who analyze multimeter safety often discover that failed units were subjected to a much higher voltage than the user thought he was measuring. Just as common, the knock-out blow had nothing to do with misuse–it was a momentary high-voltage spike or transient that hit the multimeter input without warning.
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| | Company & Organizational News | Emerson acquires Scientific Instruments' analyzer product line
The product line includes silica, sodium, phosphate and hydrazine monitors that are used to control and safeguard critical plant processes. X-rays enable weld inspection
Vision Systems Design, April 2009
Using a CMOS digital camera in conjunction with an x-ray imaging system, developers at MicroView & LingZhi Image Technology have developed a system to check for weld faults in steel pipes. After capturing raw image data, the images are processed to reveal defects such as bubbles that may have occurred during the welding process. Mettler Toledo acquires turbidity and color monitoring systems
METTLER TOLEDO Process Analytics acquired the RAMS product monitoring systems for turbidity and color from INNOTECH GbR, a Germany based company. ProSoft Technology's flow computer certified for custody transfer
Industry Canada certified the inRAx flow computer’s gas measurement values are accurate to the degree that they can be used in the transfer of ownership. LXI Consortium certifies 1,117 Instruments
LXI Consortium certified new products from two manufacturers at its February PlugFest, bringing the total of LXI-compliant instruments to 1,117 from 22 different manufacturers.
| Browse more company and organizational news on the Test, Measurement & LIMS portal. | | Project News | NVision to supply MAXOS measurement system to Toshiba GE Turbine
Toshiba GE Turbine Components is buying its MAXOS non-contact measurement system to inspect and measure turbine blades. Servomex to supply gas analyzer system to PTA plant in Portugal
Servomex will supply a complete gas monitoring system for a new Pure Terephthalic Acid (PTA) plant being built by Artenius in Portugal. Emerson to automate Mitsubishi advanced polymers plant
Emerson will provide PlantWeb, Foundation fieldbus instrumentation, analyzers, DeltaV controls, AMS software, valves, engineering and project management. BIND Biosciences to install Siemens Simatic PCS 7 lab process control system
Simatic PCS 7 Lab hardware and software will help BIND Biosciences drive process development as well as monitor and control manufacturing operations. Emerson to help bring biofuels plant into commercial production
Emerson will supply PlantWeb, Fisher FIELDVUE digital valve controllers and valves, Rosemount transmitters, Rosemount Analytical analyzers, Daniel flow meters, and Micro Motion Coriolis flow meters.
| Browse more project news on the Test, Measurement & LIMS portal. | | Featured Events | ISA Analysis Division Symposium
April 19-23, 2009 Houston, Texas
The theme, “Analytical Solutions for Energy Optimization & Environmental Compliance,” covers process analysis topics including methods, applications, system operation and maintenance. Sensors Expo & Conference
June 8-10, 2009 Rosemont, IL
The 2009 Conference Program will offer 18 tracks with an expanded focus on data acquisition, data analysis, wireless, M-2-M and communications. Oil and Gas Asia 2009
June 10-12, 2009 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
OGA 2009 is one of the biggest and most sought after shows in the Asian region. There will be over 1,000 participating companies from over 40 countries exhibiting. It is expected to attract some 20,000 trade visitors and decision makers from the oil and gas industry. Conference on Remote Engineering and Virtual Instrumentation
June 22-25, 2009 Bridgeport, CT
Topics include virtual and remote laboratories, remote process visualization and virtual instrumentation, remote control and measurement technologies, and online engineering. Coordinate Metrology Systems Conference 2009
July 20-24, 2009 Louisville, KY
CMSC conference is dedicated to users of portable, high-precision measurement technology used to inspect manufactured and assembled components on the factory floor.
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