Petroleum Refining

The Naftosense ethanol leak detection system is designed specifically for alcohol-based products. It’s immune to water and can detect ethanol and other alcohols at concentrations as low as 20 percent, even when dissolved in groundwater.

Material compatibility in pressure instrument selection matters because even well intended material upgrades can introduce hidden risks when components interact in real process environments. 

High-pressure OEM systems depend on reliable, repeatable pressure measurement to maintain performance, protect equipment, and ensure operator safety. Whether used in mobile hydraulics, pump monitoring, transportation systems, or demanding industrial automation, an inaccurate or unstable pressure signal can lead to equipment damage, premature component failure, or inconsistent system behavior.

Most pressure gauges around the world have either an NPT or G (metric) connection for insertion into processes. It is useful to know their differences – and also how to recognize which type is in use – without having to remove the entire assembly.

Thermocouples are among the most popular temperature measurement instruments in industrial applications because of their versatility and ease of use. However, measurement errors can occur. This article discusses the six most common causes of thermocouple errors.

Pressure measurement is all about PSI. That’s because pounds per square inch (PSI) is the most common unit for measuring pressure in the U.S. It’s important to understand what PSI means and how it is used, as pressure measurement is an important part of life in the 21st century.

Almost everyone uses the terms pressure sensor, pressure transducer, and pressure transmitter interchangeably, and that’s okay!

The magnetic level indicator working principle is used in level instrumentation. The interaction between the float magnets inside the chamber and magnetic flags outside the chamber provides continuous level information. This type of level indicator doesn’t require power, making it ideal for a variety of applications across industries.

Are your gauges installed properly? WIKA’s industry experts know that all too often this isn’t the case. Improperly installed gauges can lead to premature gauge failure and prevent you from troubleshooting issues with equipment or processes. Don’t let this happen at your plant. Use these six tips for proper gauge installation.

Pressure gauge failure can be attributed to one or more of these eight reasons: mechanical vibration, pulsation, extreme temperature, pressure spikes, overpressure, corrosion, clogging, and mishandling/abuse.

Many industries use RTDs for measuring temperature, and the sensor in the majority of those devices are either Pt100 or Pt1000. These two temperature sensors have similar characteristics, but their difference in nominal resistance may determine which one you choose for your application.

Differential pressure transmitters are designed to measure pressure before and after the fluid encounters an interruption, such as a filter or pump. However, this pressure instrument can also be used to measure liquid levels. 

By measuring differential pressure, users can easily and accurately monitor filter conditions, liquid levels in closed tanks, liquid flow rates inside a pipe, and even the output torque of hydraulic motors.

When installing thermowells in a pipeline, a user must first answer several questions regarding their location, quantity, stem length, distance from each another, and effects on the process media.

Many factors go into the decision of which industrial pressure gauge to purchase. Asking the “STAMPED” questions regarding Size, Temperature, Application, Media, Pressure, “Ends,” and Delivery time will help buyers determine which gauges are right for their specific situation.

One of the most challenging elements to motion control is the integration of robots.  However, the benefits that can be achieved through this type of integration cannot be understated.

Learn how proper sizing, flow rates, and system parameters impact coalescing performance in three-stage liquid filtration. Improve efficiency and ensure accurate separation.

In many industrial and pneumatic systems, pressure control is essential. But not all pressure regulators are created equal. Two of the most commonly used devices—pressure regulators and back pressure regulators—perform very different roles. Choosing the right one depends on where you need to control pressure in your system.

Discover how rotary valves reduce stem seal leakage compared to globe valves, improving safety and reliability in critical process applications.

Learn how proactive inventory management, vendor support, and careful valve planning ensure a successful refinery shutdown and turnaround.

Macnaught hazard rated flow meter products offer global approval ratings, high accuracy and repeatability with no flow conditioning required. Designed for clean process fluids that require Explosion Proof, Intrinsically Safe or Simple Safe measurement needs.

Expandable Ethernet I/O modules now support three field-selectable protocols for networks using Profinet, EtherNet/IP, and Modbus TCP/IP.

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