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Case Study: Refiner Benefits from WIKA’s Flexible Radial Temperature Measurement Solution for Hydrotreaters

Robert Torgerson | Temperature
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A major U.S. refiner was disappointed with the performance of its thermocouple arrays in hydrotreaters, as the cheaper sensors failed after almost every turnaround. WIKA solved the problem by replacing the old sensors with the high-performance Gayesco Flex-R ®  …

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How Do Thermocouples Work? A Quick Tutorial

Robert Torgerson | Temperature

Thermocouples are hardworking temperature sensors found in many industrial applications. Find out what thermocouples are, how they work, and why they are so popular.   Thermocouples are electrical devices used to measure temperature. Their accuracy, rapid …

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Customized Temperature Measurement Solution: How to Manufacture and Deliver 121-foot Pipewells

Robert Torgerson | Temperature
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WIKA USA specializes in providing custom temperature measurement solutions, even when that involves manufacturing, installing, and delivering two 121-foot (37 meter) pipewell assemblies. With something so long, there were certainly challenges along the way, but the …

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Case Study: Increasing Thermocouple Lifespan in Reactor with WIKA’s Field Service

Robert Torgerson | Applications
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A leading manufacturer of consumer and industrial chemicals experienced difficulties during regular turnarounds of their tubesheet reactors: The multipoint thermocouples used to measure reaction temperatures were found to be damaged after every operation. With the help …

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Gayesco Flex-O™ Multipoint Thermometer: Ideal for Temperature Monitoring in Reactor Pipewells

Robert Torgerson | Temperature
Gayesco Flex-O™ Multipoint Thermometer

Technicians need an accurate temperature profile of a reactor or fuel depot for safe, efficient operations. However, these high-temperature applications pose challenges for many temperature monitoring instruments. Multipoint thermometers also tend to be unwieldy, …

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In our WIKA US blog you can expect many interesting articles on pressure, temperature, level and flow measurement, and also on the subject of calibration technology. Furthermore, there are various insights into the world of the WIKA group of companies – seen from different angles.

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  • Six Common Causes for Thermocouple Temperature Measurement Errors

  • Pt100 and Pt1000 Sensors: Important Facts and Differences

  • Where should I install my thermowell? A guide for best practices


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