Avoiding problems like corrosion or premature failure makes the use of pressure sensors safe and maximizes the lifespan of the product. One of the keys to doing that is to ensure that a pressure sensor's wetted parts – those which come in direct contact with …
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How WIKA’s Mini-Siphon Protects Gauges from Steam Damage
Hardy OrzikowskiWhether it’s used in chemical production, food processing, or a host of other settings, steam has abundant benefits. In fact, steam is used in 80% of all industrial processes in the United States, and steam turbines generate 90% of the world’s electricity. Yet …
Read Between the Lines to Select the Right Pressure Sensor
Robert LukatRead Between the Lines to Select the Right Pressure Sensor Have you heard of a switch detent plunger? It’s a tiny part that could forever underscore the importance of ensuring proper specifications for every component of a design --no matter how small. Ignition …
All-Welded Systems Help Protect Against Fugitive Emissions
Chi-Che MaWIKA's All-Welded System (AWS) meets the EPA’s dual containment requirements, and was designed in partnership with one of the world’s largest chemical companies to protect against fugitive emissions. With the AWS, WIKA welds a diaphragm seal and a pressure …
Electronic Pressure Instrumentation: Tiny but Tough
Robert LukatMalfunctions of small components can cause large problems in an oil and gas production environments. These small components can also hold the key to improved productivity, when installed and used correctly. Though electronic pressure sensors and transmitters …