Energy-from-waste facilities tackle the problem of responsible waste disposal while generating electricity for their city or region. This is a win-win situation for consumers, municipalities, and the planet. The …
Weiterlesen2024 WIKA National Sales Meeting Focuses on Fundamentals… and Fun!
Victoria Friedheim | WIKA insightRepresenting every market and segment, WIKA USA teams from around the country convened in north Georgia for the 2024 national sales meeting. On the agenda: back to basics to better serve our customers, and giving to a …
WeiterlesenCase Study: Creating a Durable Temperature Assembly for Catalyst Calcination
Alina Green | ApplicationsA major producer of supported catalysts in the U.S. was dissatisfied with the short lifespan of the temperature sensors in their rotary calciners. WIKA USA came up with a creative solution that protects thermocouples …
WeiterlesenThe Importance of Monitoring SF6 and Alternative Gases in Gas-Insulated Switchgear
Leo Lopez | Know-howInsulating gases – not just pure SF 6 but also SF 6 blends, N2, g3, and others – protect switchgear from failure. WIKA is a leader in remote sensing solutions that help power transmission and distribution …
WeiterlesenThree Generations in the Crane Industry
Jessica Woodside | WIKA insightCrane Hot Line , North America’s leading publication for the lifting industry, has a heartwarming story about the Mowens and their enduring legacy in the business. One of those featured is Eric Mowen (far right) …
WeiterlesenWhat Are Bimetal Thermometers, and When to Use Them
Daniel Burch | Know-howBimetal thermometers are tried-and-true instruments for measuring temperature in a wide range of industrial applications, combining low cost and low maintenance with easy installation, use, and calibration. …
WeiterlesenPreventing Thermal Runaway Reactions with Fast-Response Sensors
Alina Green | Know-howThermal runaway reactions are one of the leading causes of accidents in chemical and petrochemical plants. To prevent such catastrophes, operators should continually monitor temperatures using sensors with the fastest …
WeiterlesenWhat to Know about Pressure Gauge Calibration
Ron Alexander | CalibrationToday’s pressure gauges are remarkably robust and accurate, but they do lose accuracy over time. Regular calibration of pressure gauges is the best way to ensure that readings are reliable. Different …
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