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Infrared Temperature Sensor Offers Simple, Accurate Measurement
If accurate temperature measurement and easy operation are critical to your process, the Modline 5 from ITM Instruments (Canada) has the features to respond to your needs. Target sighting is precise and easy – two built-in, thruthelens options are available: Visual or Laser. Users adjust focus by turning the rear portion of the sensor, which can be locked into position. With the built-in Laser Sighting option, the size of the laser spot represents the detection area or “spot”...
Fluorometers Specifically Configured to Detect Crude Oil to Track the Gulf Oil Spill
Turner Designs (USA) is providing in situ and Lab oratory Flu oro meters spe c i fi cally configured to detect Crude Oil for tracking the Gulf Oil spill. Equipment be ing deployed includes the C3 Submersible Fluorometer, as specified in the USCG SMART protocol; the Cyclops-7 Submersible Crude Oil sensor with the DataBank, our handheld datalogger; and the Trilogy Laboratory Fluorometer for discrete sampling on shipboard. With our standard leadtime of 1-2 weeks, Turner Designs’ fluorometers...
Traceable® Memory Wide-Range Thermometre
Control Company’s (USA) new Traceable® Memory Wide-Range Thermometre temperature range covers –328 to 2498°F and –200 to 1370°C. Resolution is 0.1 from –200 to 640°C (–328 to 990°F) otherwise 1°. Meter only accuracy is ±1°C. Supplied stainless-steel, triple-purpose, Type-K thermocouple probe may be used to measure temperatures of liquids, air/gas, and semisolids. Large, 1/2-inch-high LCD is easy to read. Thermometer accepts any Typ...
New Technology for Analyzing Difficult Industrial Process Water Samples
New technology from GE (USA) will make it easier for the water process industry to analyze difficult industrial water samples. Expanding GE’s capabilities for process, environmental and wastewater analysis, the Sievers InnovOx On-Line Total Organic Carbon (TOC) Analyser will allow users to analyze challenging water samples on a routine basis without requiring excessive preventive maintenance. Monitoring the levels of TOC in the water is an important step for industrial users to control pro...
Dominion Choose Unique Portable Gas Trans-fill System
The Cermet II I.S hygrometer from Michell Instruments (UK) is an integral part of a new portable gas filling plant, developed by Dominion Gas. The Portable Gas Trans-fill System (PGTS) operates both on - and off-shore in the harshest of environments. It is thought to be the first system of its kind. Dominion has a long history of using the Cermet II I.S, which made it a natural choice for the PGTS. The company has used the instrument in a variety of applications over a number of years, such as...
Industrial Gas Analysers
Midac’s (USA) I-Series (Industrial Gas Analysis Systems) features simultaneous analysis of multiple compounds from ppb to percent levels. An array of proprietary cells, detectors and optical materials optimize a system for the end-user’s specific needs. This portable, reliable, rugged, low maintenance instrument can be equipped with automated multipoint sampling systems with alarms and communications options. Features include up to 12 analog inputs for ancillary measurements such as...
Process Gas Calorimeter Meter and Controller
Arelco ARC (France) has the pleasure to announce the release of the new Combustible Gas Analyser CGA100, designed to monitor the quality of all combustible gases (Fuel gas of refinery, Coke oven gas, Blast Furnace Gas, Biogas, Natural gas, LPG, Blending of gases) by determination of Combustion Air Requirement Index (CARI), the Wobbe index, the Heating Value and the Specific gravity. The CGA100 is the latest version of the Combumatic process calorimeter, a concept developed by Gaz De France and...
Deep UV Optics now Available for Submersible Fluorometer
Turner Designs (USA) now offers a Deep UV Optical Kit for their C3 Submersible Fluorometer which enables detection of Refined Oils and Fuels. Recent developments in LED technology allow for excitation wavelengths down to 260nm. Using BTEX as the standard, the C3 is able to detect as low as 0.1ppm over a dynamic range >2500ppm. The C3 Submersible Fluorometer is designed to incorporate up to three optical sensors, temperature and depth. Sensors can be selected to detect in vivo Chlorophyll a,...
PACE6000 Offers Improved Precision, Control Performance and Long-Term Stability
The PACE6000 pneumatic pressure controller is the latest addition to the PACE generation of high precision, modular pressure calibration instrumentation from GE Sensing and Inspection Technologies. It is particularly distinguished by its dual range configuration that enables simultaneous dual output, cost-effectively offering two high accuracy instruments within a single enclosure. With its high precision, high speed and long-term stability, the PACE6000 has been designed for critical applicatio...
New Field Wireless Device Based on ISA100.11a Standard
Yokogawa Electric Corporation (Netherlands) announces that it has developed the world’s first field wireless devices based on the ISA100.11a industrial wireless communications standard, and will release them to the market in July. These wireless products include an EJX-L series differential pressure and pressure transmitter, a YTA series temperature transmitter, and an integrated field wireless gateway which connects field wireless devices with a host system and provides a number of field...
Imaging Analysis System Monitors Mexican Gulf Oil Spill
A single FlowCam oil spill imaging and analysis system from laboratory instrumentation manufacturer Fluid Imaging Technologies (USA), documents the presence of oil spilled in water and also measures its impact on coastal marine microorganisms. Effective in testing samples of sea water, freshwater and/or estuarine water, the FlowCAM particle imaging and analysis system automatically takes hi-resolution, digital images of every individual oil droplet, particle and waterborne microorganism detected...
New 2010/2011 Test Tools Catalogue
Fluke (Netherlands) has announced availability of its new 124-page full-colour 2010/2011 Test Tools Catalogue which can be obtained free via www.fluke.co.uk/newcatalog - either by requesting a copy to be sent in the post, or by immediate download as a pdf version. An introductory section of the Fluke 2010/2011 Test Tools Catalogue covers all the new tools introduced recently, such as the Fluke 810 Vibration Tester, the Fluke 233 Remote Display Multimeter, Fluke Ti32/Ti9 Industrial Thermal Image...
New High Performance Flow Controller at OEM Price
Sierra Instruments (USA) announces the release of their new Smart-Trak® 50 Series. Sharing the same advanced core sensor technology as the award-winning Sierra Smart-Trak® 100, the new Smart-Trak 50 is now available at nearly half the price with expedited off-the-shelf delivery at no extra charge. “Whether you’re a machine builder, systems integrator or end-user, the Smart-Trak 50 was designed for you!,” says Matthew J. Olin, President of Sierra Instruments. “Rig...
New Benchmark in Flow Sensor Measurement for Safe Analyser Processes
Servomex (UK) has delivered a benchmark improvement to gas flow measurement and safety with the launch of Flowcube, a brand new sensor technology which integrates into its acclaimed analyser range. Developed by Servomex to address the current limitations in gas flow measurement, Flowcube is an advanced sensor which for the first time enables multiple system diagnostics and data trending to be ascertained from the flow measurement. While gas flow has traditionally been measured separately within...
Crude Oil Tracking Sensors for Gulf Oil Spill
Chelsea Technologies Group (UK) range of hydrocarbon fluorimeters are being deployed in the Gulf of Mexico to monitor the extent of the oil spill. Originally designed for military use these highly reliable, robust, high sensitivity fluorimeters have a proven track record of detecting crude and refined oils in a wide range of environments. The UV AQUAtracka and the UviLux are just two of the submersible fluorimeters in Chelsea’s portfolio. These sensors monitor the concentration of refined...
Communicator/Calibrator Achieves Intrinsically Safe Approval
The hand-held DPI 620 advanced multifunction calibrator/HART®communicator from GE Sensing & Inspection Technologies (UK) has now been approved for use in potentially explosive atmospheres by Baseefa, the British certification body. The Baseefa approval carries both ATEX and IECEx certification allowing the instrument to be employed globally in Zone 0 areas. The certification also extends to the instrument’s battery pack, permitting hot swapping within hazardous locations. The appro...
New Oxygen Analyser for use with Flammable Gases and Helium
Cambridge Sensotec’s (UK) new Rapidox 1100E oxygen analyser offers outstanding performance across the range 0.1% - 100% O2. This instrument uses the world-renowned Yuasa electrochemical oxygen cell which is resistant to poisoning from CO2 and has a very long life. The Rapidox 1100E is suitable for use where explosive gases or helium may be present and responds quickly to changing O2 levels. The powerful internal pump and versatile programmable outputs enable it to be used in a wide range o...
Planning Made Easy with Simple Technology
Manual planning boards in the computer age? Surely they disappeared with flairs and tank tops! They did. Software systems replaced that need but planning boards increasingly occupy a new position working alongside the computer. The following customer statement, expressed to the Eurocharts staff summarises this new demand:- ‘Although we plan with the computer we still lack an overview or ‘big picture’ of our complete planning schedules and scrolling or out dated print-outs are...
Oil Spill Protection for Water Intakes Using Turner Oil in Water Monitors
The protection of Desalination Plants, Open Loop Cooling Water Intakes, Seafood Processing Plants and other water users is a special problem during an oil spill or other marine accident. Potential pollution sources include crude oil drilling and production, ships and barges with oily bilge wastewater or cargo spills, and other industrial plants with oil leaks in cooling water discharges. Low maintenance Turner oil in water monitors using fluorescence based measurement technology provide high s...
Titration – The Ideal Technique for the Measurement of Total Halogens (TX/Chlorine)
Combustion Ion Chromatography (CIC) is growing in popularity for the measurement of halogens however the well established technique of microcoulometric titration (MCT) still has significant advantages which will keep it as the preferred technique for total halogen determination for the foreseeable future. These are: TX-MCT has much lower detection limits than CIC (tens of ppb for MCT vs. hundreds of ppb for CIC). The Thermo Scientific method of TX-MCT is an absolute technique and doe...
Hydrogen Sulfide Gas Detection in Less Than Five Seconds
The Det-Tronics NTMOS hydrogen sulfide (H2S) detector can detect H2S in less than five seconds – six times faster than the ISA standard. In addition, the detector operates well in harsh environments that include extreme temperature and humidity. The detector’s speed of response is essential because high concentrations of H2S can cause instant death, while relatively short-term exposure to 500-1000ppm can be life-threatening and cause serious harm. "Our ultra-fast H2S gas...
Test equipment at your fingertips with the new Seta Catalogue…
The new Stanhope-Seta catalogue containing Laboratory test instruments for quality control, calibration and analysis is now available. Visit our website www.stanhope-seta.co.uk to request a printed copy or download a PDF. Over 170 pages containing more than 1,000 product lines including the SetaAnalytics range. New products have been added to many sections including AvCount2 for IP 565 & ASTM 7621, the H2S Analyser for IP 570 and ASTM 7619 plus FIJI – FAME In Jet Inst...
Minimal Corrosion Thanks to pH Control with ISM pH Measurement
The installation of an intelligent in-line pH measurement with automated electrode cleaning allows for accurate control of sour water pH in Crude Unit Overhead Condenser Boot Water. Sour water corrosion Processing of sour crudes often results in serious corrosion problems in the top part of the crude column and condenser tubing. Due to the injection of steam in the column large amounts of water are generated. The crude itself contains contaminants such as sulfur, salts and gases. Dissolved in...
New Crude Oil Sampler
A new design of electric motor powered crude oil sampler has been delivered to the Middle East for installation on Jetty Sampling systems by Maurer Instruments (UK). The proven three-step action of the sampling head namely the - sample isolation , pump to receiver and retract to start position sequence is characteristic of the original Maurer Samplers developed in conjunction with BP Exploration in 1982 is retained in the new sampler. The use of a bevel gear box has allowed the motor to be...
Early Detection of Ballast Tank and Groundwater Contamination
Leakwise Oil-on-Water Monitoring and Detection Systems from GE Analytical Instruments (USA) provide early, reliable, low maintenance warning of hydrocarbon leaks and spills. Leakwise systems provide reliable coverage 24/7 with no false alarms, operate virtually maintenance free for years, detect and measure oil layer thickness (as little as 0.3 mm) and offer an affordable solution for oil leak detection. Flexible Leakwise systems can comprise a single analog sensor/ controller or multi-unit d...
Brand New Humidity and Temperature Transmitter
The brand new TH200 Humidity and Temperature Transmitter from E Instruments (USA) is ideal for many industrial applications. The TH200 is a highly sensitive and accurate instrument that includes functions for relative & absolute humidity, dew point, wet & dry temperature, and enthalpy. TH200 offers measuring ranges from 0 to 100% RH and -40 to +356oF and is configurable to intermediate and center zero ranges. The instrument’s accuracy is as tight as ±1.5% RH and ±0....
World’s Smallest Pump Provides Utmost Safety for Gas Analysis Instruments
Miniature pumps with extremely long service lives by Schwarzer Precision (Germany) are some of the main components in portable gas analysis devices. Indispensible for reliable functioning, these devices cannot be small enough not to hamper their carriers – and to even save lives, when it counts. The pump steadily sucks in the ambient air and transports it to the sensor for analysis. Apart from absolute leak-tightness to prevent falsified analyses, minimum power consumption if also very im...
New Interactive Product Brochure
Omega Engineering (UK) has published a New Product Showcase using the latest “page turning” software. This allows simple online product browsing and navigation, with viewing of the complete brochure in an easy to view format giving the user an interactive feel of a real book on screen! There are over 50 New products manufactured by Omega, including sensors for temperature, pressure, load, force, level and flow measurement as well as instrumentation including controllers, data logger...
Soot Levels Measured in Diesel Engine Engine Oils in Under 30 Seconds Without Sample Preparation
Extended drain times, combined with stringent emission requirements, make it important to routinely check the soot levels in diesel engine oil. Rapid, on-site field measurement of soot concentration levels in diesel engine lubricating oils at levels as high as 12 - 15% takes less than 30 seconds with the InfraCal Soot Meter from Wilks Enterprise, Inc. (USA). This compact, pushbutton analyser provides direct readout of the percent of suspended carbon (soot) in diesel engine lubricating oils witho...
New Breed of Handheld XRF Analysers
Innov-X Systems (USA) introduces their new family of handheld XRF analysers - the Delta Line. The result of Innov-X’s extensive field portable instrumentation experience and innovation leadership, the Delta Line satisfies an urgent demand in the analytical industry. That is, a handheld XRF fully ruggedised to industrial standards - including no PDA or movable display - to withstand harsh environments while at the same time providing peerless analytical performance. Innov-X founder and CEO...
Process Information Solution for Petroplus
Capula (UK) is pleased to have successfully delivered a project to remove a critical single point of failure on the OSIsoft PI solution as deployed at the Petroplus refinery in Coryton, in England. With headquarters in Switzerland, Petroplus is a leading independent refiner and supplier of unbranded petroleum products in Europe. Coryton is the largest refinery in the Petroplus portfolio, and its efficient operation is fundamental to the continued success of the Company. Understanding the importa...
A Revolution in On-Line Liquid Analysis
BioTector Analytical Systems Ltd. (Ireland) manufactures an innovative range of online liquid analysers, which apply a totally new approach to eliminating the many problems associated with on-line TOC, TN and TP measurement. The BioTector is designed to analyze everything – from clean water to the most corrosive & polluted samples, with no filtering requirements. It’s patented oxidation method is what makes the BioTector unique. This oxidation process, known as Two Stage Advance...
New Immersion Probe Measures Oil in Water
It only takes a trace of oil to impair water quality. The new FP 360 sc immersion probe from Hach Lange (Germany) monitors surface, process and industrial water reliably, continuously and uncomplicatedly, detecting even the slightest contamination by mineral oil. FP 360 sc uses a highly sensitive ultraviolet fluorescence method. When polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAH) are exposed to ultraviolet radiation, they emit fluorescent light at an intensity which is directly related to their concent...
Ultrameter II
With all new features and functions … The Ultrameter II still delivers the most accurate dissolved solids measurements of any instrumentation and the greatest degree of accuracy available for pH, ORP and Temperature measurements, but has been redesigned to include an LSI/Hardness Calculator, Free Chlorine Measurements and Bluetooth® data transfer with the optional bluDock™ accessory. The LSI calculator makes it easy to analyse the scaling nature of water in the lab or in the f...
The World’s First Flue Gas Analyser with Eco Sensor
Afriso (Germany) is the world’s first manufacturer to use lead-free O2 sensors (Eco sensors) in the new Eurolyzer STe flue gas analyser. The analyser features the most advanced sensor technology; the Eco sensors excel not only with extremely fast calibration and response times, but also with a long service life (anti-aging compensation). The new measuring instrument integrates QA mean value measurement as per the amendment to the 1st German Federal Immission Control Act, which improves th...
From Fine Turbidity to Solids in Industrial Fluids
The new TSS sc probes from Hach Lange (Germany) are the solution for almost all applications that require turbidity and suspended solids to be measured in fluids in the industrial sector. They deliver precise results in spring water as well as in sludge and emulsions. By evaluating eight different signals, it is possible to measure turbidity and suspended solids over a wide range of concentrations with just one sensor. The 8-channel multiple angle optical system measures the turbidity in confor...
Process Pumps for Special Applications
Engineers rely on precise measurement and control to assure that their process performs consistently. Reliable transfer of process media is dependent upon specialised pumps that operate continuously in critical environments without contaminating the liquid or gas used in the process. KNF (Germany) manufacture specialised pumps for exhaust emission and stack gas sampling, explosion proof pumps for hazardous locations, double safety diaphragm pump for rare and dangerous gases, and high flow sampl...
Sensor Changeable Instruments
AML Oceanographic (Canada) - formerly Applied Microsystems Ltd. - is pleased to announce the launch of the X•Series of Sensor Xchangeable Instruments. The X•Series allows you to change any instruments’ sensor-load, in-the-field and on demand, without compromising sensor accuracy. Using the X•Series, your CTD can become an SVTP; Shallow pressure sensors can be swapped for deep; and temperature range can be extended or tightened, as needed. In the picture at left, a multi-sen...
New Corrosion-Proof, High-Efficiency Refrigerated Sampler
Teledyne Isco’s (USA) new Model 4700 Refrigerated Sampler ushers in a new standard for weather and corrosion resistance. The tough, double-wall, rotationally-molded LLDPE cabinet shrugs off exposure to weather and harsh environments. It’s filled from top to bottom with insulation for efficient, economical cooling even in hot, humid conditions. The powerful 1/5 HP compressor delivers energy-efficient, highperformance cooling, and heat-treated polyester powder coating protects the enti...
New Full Line Catalogue of Environmentally Friendly Temperature Measurement Instrumentation
H-B Instrument Company (USA) have announced they have launched their new full line catalogue featuring their EnviroKleen™ certified environmentally friendly thermometer brands – Easy-Read® and Enviro-Safe® in addition to their other environmentally friendly products – FRIO-Temp® Thermometers, Double-Safe™ Thermometers and rechargeable flashlights. This catalogue also features their new Durac® and Durac® Plus brands of red spirit and blue spirit thermom...
Protect Sea-Water Intakes from Oil Using Turner Oil in Water Monitors
The protection of Desalination Plants, Open Loop Cooling Water Intakes, Seafood Processing Plants and other seawater users is a special problem during an oil spill or other marine accident. Potential pollution sources include crude oil drilling and production, ships and barges with oily bilge wastewater or cargo spills, and other industrial plants with oil leaks in cooling water discharges. Low maintenance Turner oil in water monitors using fluorescence based measurement technology provide hig...
Unique QC/QA Monitoring System for On-stream Determination of Sodium in LPG
AppliTek (Belgium) is pleased to present its all new Ex-Proof on-line analyser system for the determination of Sodium (Na) and Sodium compounds in liquefied petroleum gas (LPG). The performance and life of combustion engines optimised for LPG can severely deteriorate through elevated Sodium levels in the engine gas. Determining these levels at the downstream stage helps refineries to adjust process conditions. Whereas conventional techniques such as ICP or AAS can provide extremely high resolut...
Durham plots measurement and testing claims near Falklands
The University of Durham has plotted the places where the UK and Argentina both claim rights to measurement and testing of oil deposits off the coast of the Falkland Islands.Following the war which took place in the islands in 1982, Argentina surrendered, but continues to claim some territorial rights in the region.Researchers at Durham University have now plotted this, showing how the opposing claims impact on plans for measurement and testing in the area south of the islands where oil has rece...
Intelligent Temperature Conversion
Georgin’s (France) new TiXo range includes 2 models of temperature converters (head-mounting type and 2-wire technology). TiXo1 is fully dedicated to RTD100 input. TiXo2 has a programmable universal input (RTDs, TC, resistance or voltage). It also includes a cold junction compensation and a galvanic insulation (input/output: 1500VAC). The measuring ranges and detection identification in case of line failure or short-circuits (according to NAMUR NE43) are fully and easily configurable throu...
Shell liquefied gas technology chosen by Sunrise project
Royal Dutch Shell has announced its Floating Liquefied Gas (FLNG) technology will be used by the Sunrise joint venture for Timor Sea gas field development.It will be the second time the FLNG solution has been deployed, with a previous pilot operation running in the Browse basin, off the shore of Western Australia. The Sunrise consortium is made up of Shell, which has a 26.6 per cent share, Osaka Gas (ten per cent), Woodside (33.4 per cent) and ConocoPhillips (30 per cent). Ann Pickard, executive...
The Tunable Diode Laser Family from Siemens
Siemens’ (USA) Tunable Diode Laser Family, which includes the multipoint LDS 6 and the single point Sitrans SL, is designed for in-situ, maintenance free measurement of NH3, HCL, HF, CO, CO2, O2 or H20 in the toughest petrochemical and refining applications. The LDS6 is ideal for measuring NH3 slip, 0-10 ppm on the outlet of the Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) of the CO boiler at the back end of Fluidized-Bed Catalytic Cracking Unit’s (FCCU’s). It features lifetime, automa...
Home Grown Success in Norway
Since the Norwegian market launch of the Argus® technology for online Oil in Water (OiW) monitoring in 2005, ProAnalysis (Norway) has made numerous deliveries to its home market. The following StatoilHydro and ConocoPhillips operated platforms have online Oil in Water monitors from ProAnalysis installed: Statfjord C, Snorre B, Ekofisk 2/4 J, Eldfisk B, Veslefrikk, Gullfaks A, B and C. In 2009, ProAnalysis has affirmed its position as a market leader in Norway as StatoilHydro, through its en...
Free GUIDE DETAILS INNOVATIVE HIGH-PRESSURE TUBE CONNECTOR
Parker Hannifin (UK) has published a new 40-page guide to its innovative range of ferrule-less tube connectors for high-pressure fluid applications, which provides permanent connections for instrumentation tubing systems operating to 20,000 PSI /1,380 bar. Assembled by means of a push-fit operation taking seconds, Phastite connectors can reduce installation costs by factors of up to 90% or more compared with welded or cone-and-thread fittings. The guide describes the technology and sealing princ...
Improved Range of Tank Floor Scanners
MFE Enterprises, Inc. (USA) will be releasing their new and improved Mark III lineup during the first half of 2010. The Mark III Floor Scanner addresses many issues faced by the modern day tank inspector, such as improved inspections through coated floors, improved inspections through thicker plates, fully adjustable thresholds for improved thresholding techniques, and the ability to produce color-coded maps of carbon steel loss across the tank floor. Initially, the Mark III Floor Scanner will b...
Detect Oil Leaks Before They Become Spills
Leakwise Oil-on-Water Monitoring and Detection Systems from GE Analytical Instruments (USA) provide early, reliable, low maintenance warning of hydrocarbon leaks and spills. Leakwise systems provide reliable coverage 24/7 with no false alarms, operate virtually maintenance free for years and detect oil layer thickness (as little as 0.3 mm). Leakwise offers an affordable solution for oil leak detection. A Leakwise system consists of a wired or wireless signal processor and one or more sensors,...