Process instrumentation

Profinet enabled I/O solutions are built to connect 30/04/2013
GE Intelligent Platforms has introduced PACSystems RX3i, PAC8000 and VersaMax IP Scanners for the Profinet industrial networking platform, ensuring fast, easy to configure connectivity to GE’s PACSystems RXi and RX3i controllers and range of I/O options, enabling scalable machine automation and highly distributed modular machine designs. Full Story...

EtherCAT power box delivers higher power in the field 12/03/2013
The new EP9214 power distributor box enables the local distribution and switching off of the power supply, providing the ability to exceed the power limitation specified by typical M8 plug connectors. Full Story...

Vibration meter should appeal to maintenance engineers 01/03/2013
A new hand-held meter for measuring vibration and temperature levels is said to be suitable for detecting early signs of component wear or failure in pumps, motors, gearboxes and other mechanical assemblies. Full Story...

Accurate alternative to conventional variable area flowmeters 22/01/2013
Where cost is a major consideration, and high accuracy not always required, variable-area flowmeters are generally specified in process applications. Burkert believes it is now able to meet the need for a competitively priced and accurate flowmeter, offering an alternative to conventional rotameters with the Type 8032 inline paddlewheel flow indicator / transmitter / switch. Full Story...

Unmanaged switches for harsh duty Ethernet networks 08/01/2013
Molex has introduced the Brad Direct-Link unmanaged switches available in 5- and 8-port modules, featuring the company’s Ultra-Lock push-pull technology. Full Story...

Intelligent UPS communicates with higher level controllers 12/12/2012
The IQ technology is said to turn Phoenix Contact’s Quint UPS-IQ power supply into an intelligent UPS that is able to provide continuous information about the charging state, remaining runtime, and lifespan of its energy storage devices, maximising system availability. Full Story...

Ultrasonic flowmeter offers custody-transfer accuracies 23/11/2012
The new SITRANS FUT 1010 ultrasonic flowmeter is believed to be the first of its kind to offer custody-transfer accuracy, together with minimal maintenance demands. Full Story...

New ultrasound technology promises repeatable flow measurement 14/11/2012
Pulsar Process Measurement has launched Flow Pulse, a compact pipe flow monitor that promises good repeatability, accuracy and simple installation with no down time. Full Story...

Springless non-return valves cut pressure drops 14/11/2012
Springless non-return valves introduced by Boiswood are said to create a smaller pressure differential when open compared with conventional spring operated check valves. Full Story...

M12 device connectors 09/10/2012
New M12 device connectors have expanded Phoenix Contact’s product portfolio for fast 10-Gbps data transfer. Full Story...

Expanded low-voltage enclosure range 02/10/2012
The QuiXtra4000 is a new range of enclosures for distribution boards rated up to 4000A, from GE. Full Story...

The world’s smallest dual bent-tube Coriolis mass flowmeter? 17/08/2012
Yokogawa Electric Corporation has introduced the ROTAMASS LR, which it believes is the world’s smallest dual bent-tube Coriolis mass flowmeter. Full Story...

Valve actuators perform feed water and steam isolation duties at Chinese nuclear power station 24/07/2012
Rotork has supplied more than 100 electric valve actuators for use in the Taishan Nuclear Power Station project, for feed water and steam isolation duties. Full Story...

New additions to stainless steel connector family 17/07/2012
The stainless steel HARTING Han-INOX industrial connector family has been extended with a number of new additions designed to add further application flexibility. Full Story...

Actuator increases the scope of electric control valve technology 08/05/2012
Rotork Process Controls has launched CMA (Compact Modulating Actuator), a new range of compact, robust electric actuators designed for control valves, regulators and other continuous modulating applications. Full Story...

Configuration and diagnostics tool for Coriolis flow and density meters 18/01/2012
Emerson Process Management has announced the release of Micro Motion ProLink III, a Microsoft Windows-based configuration and service tool for Micro Motion Coriolis flow and density transmitters. Full Story...

Wireless conductivity transmitters help prevent chemical discharge 16/11/2011
Korsnäs Gävle is using Emerson Process Management’s Smart Wireless conductivity and temperature transmitters to collect critical leak-detection monitoring data at its board and paper production unit at Gävlebukten, Sweden, enabling it to verify its compliance with environmental monitoring legislation. Full Story...

Monitoring relays with IO-Link protects motors and plant components 24/10/2011
The entire range of monitoring relays from Siemens has been equipped with the IO-Link interface to help the relays protect motors and plant components by monitoring parameters such as temperature, speed, network quality, current and voltage. Full Story...

A single unit for flow, pH, temperature and conductivity 05/07/2011
Bürkert’s new type 8619 multiCELL transmitter/controllers are designed to cut processing costs in water treatment and hygienic processing applications, providing a single device for the direct connection of a range of sensors to measure parameters such as flow rate, pH, ORP, temperature and conductivity. Full Story...

Cost-efficient valve design 21/06/2011
Metso has introduced a new valve design derived from its traditional V-port segment valve series. The new two-way-tight, single-seat design is said to be suitable for a range of applications and is available for R-series valves. Full Story...