What is a Leak Detection System? A leak detection system is a method used to identify and monitor leaks in various systems. Examples include pipelines, tanks, water systems, or gas lines. These systems are designed to detect the presence of leaks early. Thus, helping to prevent damage, loss of resources, and safety hazards. Throughout this […]
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Product Insights: Vortex Flow Meter
What is a Vortex Flow Meter? A vortex flow meter is a type of volumetric flow meter used to measure the flow rate of fluids or gases in a pipe. How does a Vortex Meter Work? Vortex meters utilize the natural phenomenon known as the vortex shedding principle. The principle requires a liquid or gas […]
What Is: Cavitation
What is Cavitation? Cavitation is the process in which the liquid’s static pressure falls below its vapor pressure, resulting in the creation of small vapor-filled cavities in the liquid. Two types of cavitation: Inertial and Non-Inertial. Inertial Cavitation It is a specific type that occurs when the fluid pressure fluctuates rapidly and drops significantly below […]
Systems Overview: Heat Trace Systems
What is a Heat Trace System? Heat trace systems are a series of electrical cables that generate heat when electrical current passes through it. The heat generated by these systems is transferred to the surrounding pipes, equipment, or concrete to maintain a specific temperature. What Components Make-Up the System? Components that make up a heat […]
Problem Solving: How do I Prevent Pulsating Flow?
What is Pulsating Flow? A base understanding of what pulsating flow is need before we can solve how to prevent pulsating flow. Pulsating flow occurs in a wide variety of industries and systems, such as oil and gas, chemical manufacturing, water treatment plants, and many more. It is characterized by periodic variations in velocity and […]
Product Insights: Temperature Sensors
What are Temperature Sensors? Temperature Sensors are devices used to measure the temperature of an object, environment, or system. This information is then converted into an electrical signal that can be measured or processed by an instrument, controller, or display. How do Temperature Sensors Work? The basic principle of a temperature sensor is the Seebeck […]
What Is: A Valve
A valve may seem like simple mechanical device, but valves have a major impact on everything. They control our home plumbing systems, and they control massive industrial systems! Whether it’s controlling the flow of water through pipes, regulating air pressures in engines, or managing fluids in complex chemical processes, valves play a critical role in […]
What Is: Total Chlorine Analyzers?
What is chlorine and why is it used? Before learning about total chlorine analyzers, let’s define what chlorine is. Chlorine is a diatomic gaseous element that is a strong oxidizer (wants electrons). The high oxidation potential makes it an efficient sanitizer and disinfectant. When combined with water it hydrolyzes to form hypochlorous acid and hypochlorite […]
What Is: Insulation Blankets?
Insulation blankets are removable insulation that can be installed around piping, instrumentation and valves. Generally, they have three or more layers: a hot side material that faces the pipe, engine, or source of heat, a high temperature insulation layer that is consists usually of ceramic or fiberglass, and a cold side designed to resist external […]
What Is: Dew Point Sensors?
What is Dew Point? Dew point is the atmospheric temperature below which water droplets begin to condense. When air has reached the dew-point temperature at a particular pressure, the water vapor in the air is in equilibrium with liquid water. Thus, water vapor begins condensing at the same rate at which liquid water is evaporating. […]