The clients of a major equipment manufacturer were unhappy because their carbon dioxide tanks often displayed incorrect levels. During a Value Innovation Workshop, WIKA’s experts analyzed the problem and came up with customized solutions that delighted the …
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Steam Tracing Keeps Process Media Warm and Flowing
Patrick McGrath | Know-how, LevelTemperature is a critical factor in almost all manufacturing and refining processes. As such, process plants have developed a variety of useful technologies related to accurate temperature measurement and control in their operations . Heat tracing is one …
Magnetic Traps: Avoid the Negative Effects of Oxidation in Level Measurement
Patrick McGrath | LevelEven the sturdiest tanks and vessels become susceptible to oxidation as they age. Regular and proper maintenance helps keep them in good shape, yet oxidation still occurs, releasing ferrites into the liquid stream. Ferrites not only alter the quality of the product, …
Yesterday’s Technologies Have a Place in Today’s Applications
Patrick McGrath | ApplicationsTechnology developments frequently focus on overcoming the weaknesses and shortcomings of existing products. Sometimes, however, older technologies are better suited to an application than their newer, shinier counterparts. That was the case of the skid …
How a Reflective Flag System Improves Instrumentation Visibility and Plant Safety
Patrick McGrath | LevelWhen it comes to level measurement, instrumentation with a brightly colored, reflective flag systems are easy to see from a distance and in dark spaces. Better visibility keeps operators safe and processes running efficiently. Operator and process safety are top …