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The Magnetic Level Indicator Working Principle: Simple and Effective

Patrick McGrath | Know-how
Magnetic level indicator principle

The magnetic level indicator working principle is widely used in level instrumentation. The interaction between float magnets inside the chamber and magnetic flags outside the chamber provide virtually maintenance-free, continuous level information. This type of level …

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Approval Requirements for Exporting Measuring Instruments into Ukraine, Russia, and Other CIS Countries

Hardy Orzikowski | Know-how
Measuring equipment approval in the Eurasian Economic Zone

Measuring instruments exported to the former Soviet Union require very specific certifications and approvals. Thanks to WIKA’s global presence, WIKA USA has the required approvals for all WIKA products to sup port projects in Ukraine and the 10 Commonwealth of …

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Intrinsically Safe vs Explosion Proof: Advice for Choosing the Right Pressure Measuring Device

Robert Lukat | Know-how
Intense explosion with fire and black smoke and sky in the background

Some processes and working conditions are prone to explosions. To maintain a hazard-free environment, you need components – including a pressure measuring device – that are either intrinsically safe or explosion-proof. As it’s not recommended to mix the two …

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WIKA USA’s Commitment to California’s Proposition 65 Compliance

Hardy Orzikowski | Know-how
Proposition 65 compliance

California’s Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act, also known as Proposition 65 (Prop 65), requires the state to publish a list of chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. This list, which must be updated at least once a …

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Helical Design Minimizes Vortex Formation and Mechanical Fatigue in Thermowells

Jessica Woodside | Know-how
Helical Thermowell

The helical design has been used in a variety of applications to dampen flow-induced forces that can damage equipment. WIKA uses the same concept to stabilize thermowells and as an efficient and economical way to prevent thermowell mechanical fatigue and failure. One …

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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.

Most-read articles
  • 8 Common Reasons For Pressure Gauge Failure

  • Pressure Gauge Know-How: Difference Between NPT and G Connections

  • Pt100 and Pt1000 Sensors: Important Facts and Differences


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