Operators of steam methane reformers have various methods at their disposal for measuring tube wall temperature, but the best solution for accurate and continuous temperature measurement are surface thermocouples. The furnace tubes of a steam methane reformer (SMR) …
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Venturi Nozzles Improve Flow Distribution, Reduce Uneven Coking During Ethylene Production
Alina Green | Applications, FlowVenturi nozzles help regulate feedstock flow rates in order to minimize uneven coking inside the radiant tube walls of furnaces. Along with tubeskin thermocouple assemblies, Venturi nozzles enable ethylene crackers to operate more efficiently. Refineries and …
WIKA, Expertise in Fertilizer Process Instrumentation
Alina Green | Applications, TemperatureWIKA Is a leading provider of fertilizer process instrumentation. Our comprehensive portfolio for the fertilizer industry includes a wide range of pressure gauges, temperature sensors, level switches, flow meters, and calibration solutions. The fertilizer industry …
The Main Fertilizer Types and an Overview of Their Chemical Processes
Alina Green | ApplicationsThe fertilizer industry converts raw materials into three main types of fertilizers: nitrogen (ammonia), phosphorus, and potassium. These various applications call for chemical processes with precise control and accurate monitoring of temperature, pressure, level, …
The Importance of Testing High-Pressure Measuring Instruments
Alina Green | ApplicationsHigh-pressure processes, which often come with high temperatures and strong vibrations as well, place significant stress on measuring instrumentation. That’s why testing is such an important aspect of the manufacturing process. WIKA designs and manufactures …