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April 1, 2013
Safety-Instrumented Systems: Focus on Measurement Diagnostics
This article provides guidance to the designer and operator of a safety-instrumented system (SIS), with an emphasis on conducting measurements. The use of best practices to ensure the strength of the overall system design, and the use of instrument diversity to combat common causes of failure, are covered briefly. Greater detail are provided on the use of new technologies — in particular, new...
http://www.che.com/software_automation_and_control/instrumentation_automation_and_control/testing/Safety-Instrumented-Systems-Focus-on-Measurement-Diagnostics_10393.html
January 1, 2013
New apps for shaft level and shaft plumb
New measurement program apps for this company’s AliSensor Level System enable users to quickly measure vertical-shaft plumbness to an angle accuracy of down to...
http://www.che.com/software_automation_and_control/instrumentation_automation_and_control/testing/New-apps-for-shaft-level-and-shaft-plumb_10054.html
December 1, 2012
Accurate machinery alignment in rough field conditions
The newly launched sensALIGN is an intelligent sensor system for machinery alignment. By incorporating the patented intelligent-sensor technology from a partner into its own platform, this company offers...
http://www.che.com/software_automation_and_control/instrumentation_automation_and_control/testing/Accurate-machinery-alignment-in-rough-field-conditions_10004.html
November 1, 2012
Measuring the liquid content in metastable foams
The Module PA4550 for the Dynamic Foam Analyzer DFA100 measures the liquid content of foam via its conductivity in parallel at seven different heights of the foam column, so that drainage is...
http://www.che.com/software_automation_and_control/instrumentation_automation_and_control/testing/Measuring-the-liquid-content-in-metastable-foams_9913.html
November 1, 2012
A relay that monitors many motor parameters
The Sirus 2RR24 current monitoring relay for IO-Link monitors motors over the complete torque curve and is also dimensioned for current monitoring of the overall plant. The device detects...
http://www.che.com/software_automation_and_control/instrumentation_automation_and_control/testing/A-relay-that-monitors-many-motor-parameters_9920.html
October 1, 2012
This wireless vibration transmitter now has ATEX approval
With ATEX Zone 0 and Class I, Div. 1 ratings, the CSI 9420 Wireless Vibration Transmitter can now be installed directly in hazardous areas, such as chemical, petrochemical and offshore facilities, as...
http://www.che.com/software_automation_and_control/instrumentation_automation_and_control/testing/This-wireless-vibration-transmitter-now-has-ATEX-approval_9802.html
October 1, 2012
Clamp on this process meter to measure currents
Launched last month, the CL420 Clamp-on Process Meter measures 0–120-mA d.c. process-control signals without breaking the loop. Typical applications include distributed control...
http://www.che.com/software_automation_and_control/instrumentation_automation_and_control/testing/Clamp-on-this-process-meter-to-measure-currents_9809.html
September 1, 2012
Detect gas leaks at the source with this handy device
The portable GSP3 and GSP3 Flex (photo) gas detectors are designed for fast and reliable detection of leaks of inflammable gases at gas pipes and...
http://www.che.com/software_automation_and_control/instrumentation_automation_and_control/testing/Detect-gas-leaks-at-the-source-with-this-handy-device_9656.html
August 1, 2012
A helium leak detector without using a mass spectrometer
With the MiniTest 300, this company introduces the first vacuum leak detector that uses a quartz window sensor instead of the conventional mass-spectrometer detector. The MiniTest 300 operates at a working pressure of up to 200...
http://www.che.com/software_automation_and_control/instrumentation_automation_and_control/testing/A-helium-leak-detector-without-using-a-mass-spectrometer_9546.html
August 1, 2012
Balance rotating equipment in two planes
The VibXpert II balancer is a portable device for field-balancing rotating machinery in one or two planes. Unbalance is one of the most common causes of increased levels of...
http://www.che.com/software_automation_and_control/instrumentation_automation_and_control/testing/Balance-rotating-equipment-in-two-planes_9559.html
August 1, 2012
A portable leak detector for vacuum systems
The MiniTest 300 is a vacuum leak detector that uses a quartz-window sensor, rather than a mass spectrometer. Weighing only 11 lb, the unit is suited to mobile leak detection at onsite service calls. The MiniTest 300 operates at a working pressure of...
http://www.che.com/software_automation_and_control/instrumentation_automation_and_control/testing/A-portable-leak-detector-for-vacuum-systems_9561.html
August 1, 2012
A detection kit for oil-based fluid leaks
The OPK-341 Industrial Leak Detection Kit is designed to help locate fluid leaks in hydraulic equipment, compressors, engines, gearboxes, as well as fuel and other synthetic and petroleum-based...
http://www.che.com/software_automation_and_control/instrumentation_automation_and_control/testing/A-detection-kit-for-oil-based-fluid-leaks_9565.html
May 1, 2012
Test steel passivation in one second with this device
The PassiFlash 3036, a portable instrument for stainless-steel passivation testing and validation, can test steel passivity in less than a second, the company says. The instrument works on all grades of stainless steel, and is designed for single-handed operation. The PassiFlash 3036 produces an immediate pass or fail signal...
http://www.che.com/software_automation_and_control/instrumentation_automation_and_control/testing/Test-steel-passivation-in-one-second-with-this-device_9281.html
April 1, 2012
This electrical arc protection system acts within 50 ms
The TVOC-2 Arc Guard System detects faults in low- and medium-voltage switchgear within 1 ms and disconnects the power provided to the arc within 30–50 ms, preventing serious injury to personnel and reducing damage to expensive equipment. Without the system, an arc flash...
http://www.che.com/software_automation_and_control/instrumentation_automation_and_control/testing/This-electrical-arc-protection-system-acts-within-50-ms_9190.html
April 1, 2012
A table for characterizing drops on surfaces
With the aid of the tilting table PA4240/PA3240 for the contact angle measuring systems DSA30 and DSA100, users can evaluate a liquid drop’s ability to stick or roll off of a surface. The arrangement allows measurement...
http://www.che.com/software_automation_and_control/instrumentation_automation_and_control/testing/A-table-for-characterizing-drops-on-surfaces_9205.html
March 1, 2012
Intrinsically safe wireless module for alignment-data transmission
This company now offers an intrinsically safe Bluetooth module for wireless transmission of measured data from its laser shaft-alignment systems. Now it is possible to work wirelessly in explosive...
http://www.che.com/software_automation_and_control/instrumentation_automation_and_control/testing/Intrinsically-safe-wireless-module-for-alignment-data-transmission_9067.html
November 1, 2011
Improve machine adjustment with this device
The Microshim is a precision adjustable shim for positioning large machinery, leveling grinding equipment, adjusting roll assemblies, leveling extruders and injection molding equipment and more. The simple, compact device comes in packs of four, and...
http://www.che.com/software_automation_and_control/instrumentation_automation_and_control/testing/Improve-machine-adjustment-with-this-device_8639.html
November 1, 2011
Measure torque accurately, without making contact
Utilizing non-contact digital telemetry, the TMS 9250 Torque Measurement System is designed to meet evolving industry needs for wireless torque measurements. The need for...
http://www.che.com/software_automation_and_control/instrumentation_automation_and_control/testing/Measure-torque-accurately-without-making-contact_8665.html
September 1, 2011
A self-leveling rotating laser for alignment measurements
The Levalign Expert systems consists of a self-leveling, motorized, rotating laser and a sensor. Both interface wirelessly with a dedicated geometric measurement computer...
http://www.che.com/software_automation_and_control/instrumentation_automation_and_control/testing/A-self-leveling-rotating-laser-for-alignment-measurements_8454.html
August 1, 2011
Avoid product loses and fugitive emissions with this AE unit
The Midas Meter is the next generation in acoustic-emissions (AE) valve leak detection equipment from this company. The...
http://www.che.com/software_automation_and_control/instrumentation_automation_and_control/testing/Avoid-product-loses-and-fugitive-emissions-with-this-AE-unit_8307.html
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