Understanding the MEPS The increasing demand for electrical energy to sustain global development requires consistent heavy investments in power supply generation. However, in addition to complex medium and long term planning, these investments rely on natural resources, which are becoming depleted due to constant pressures upon the environment. The best strategy, therefore, to maintain energy […]
When it comes to hazardous areas, you want to be SAFE! This easy-to-read Guide to Explosive Atmospheres provides detailed info about: Area classification Protection concepts Atmosphere groups Temperature classes Protection concepts ATEX Marking IECEx Marking North American Marking Equipment Protection Level (EPL)
Severe Service Valves can be defined as industrial valves specifically designed to perform without fail in the most extreme conditions. These conditions often include a mix of differential pressure scenarios, corrosive materials, solids in solution or suspension, frequent or infrequent cycling, and extreme temperatures. If you are thinking of purchasing a Severe Service Valve (SSV) […]
From the time raw materials – concentrates, corn syrup, flavorings, phosphoric acid, etc. – arrive at the soft-drink manufacturing and bottling plant to the point where finished products are put in bottles and cans, there are a large number of liquid-transfer operations that must be completed successfully. Manufacturers of carbonated soft drinks, fruit juices, teas […]
While chopper or cutter pumps are often specified for difficult wastewater applications, it is important for end users to consider the whole treatment process and understand the potential side effects of using these technologies to handle modern wastewater, which is heavily laden with “flushable” wipes and other fibrous hygienic materials. It is especially critical for […]
Shifting trends in water use and a changing sewage composition cause complex problems for the world’s wastewater systems. In Part 1 of this series, Horst Sturm (KSB), discusses the changes in sewage composition, water consumption, and infrastructure issues. Sturm also shows some test and demonstration models regarding flow velocity, solids, and other wastewater transport system concepts.
Finding the best, most efficient and cost-effective way to do things is imperative in the biopharm manufacturing industry. The biopharm industry has grown into a multibillion dollar global behemoth, with biologically derived drugs (or biologics) playing an increasingly major role in the development of blockbuster drugs that can provide treatment or cures for any […]
This article from Cook Compression, which was originally printed in the April 2015 issue of COMPRESSORtech magazine, discusses Cook’s proprietary Valve Installation Tool (V.I.T.), which allows a single operator to securely hold, move, and align valves when installing or removing them from a compressor cylinder. This article reviews the procedures for bottom-loaded and top-loaded valve installation […]
Authored by Dr. James Freihaut, Professor of Architectural Engineering at Penn State University, and Lisa Tryson, Director of Corporate Communications at Danfoss, this 18-page report discusses in great depth high-performance buildings and the path to a sustainable building-energy equation. The report traces the path of high-performance buildings in the pursuit of sustainability and explores the potential impact of building transformation […]
Like your car, your body and nearly every appliance you own, control valves require regular maintenance to continue working efficiently. However, due to budget and time constraints, we don’t always give our valves the TLC they need to perform at their best. Unfortunately, ignoring pressure reducing valves can mean serious issues go unnoticed and often […]
Rentschler Biotechnologie GmbH has built a reputation in the biopharmaceutical-manufacturing industry by becoming what is known as a contract manufacturing organization (CMO), or one that specializes in creating products for large conglomerates that need to be manufactured on a smaller scale or within a very short time frame. This biopharma manufacturer utilizes production systems that offer […]