The majority of new oil and gas fields are concentrated in Siberia and northern Canada. The increase in extraction activity in these regions, along with the need to process the oil and gas locally, has resulted in a growing demand for temperature measurement solutions …
Temperature
How to Prevent False Alarms in Industrial Thermocouples
Adam DeLanceyElectrical temperature measuring instruments have an alarm that warns operators of a malfunction, such as an open circuit. However, loose wires or a broken terminal block can cause the alarm to sound, even though the device itself is fine. To prevent such false alarms, …
Thermocouple Replacement: Knowing When It’s Time to Upgrade a Syngas Reactor’s Temperature Sensors
Robert TorgersonAdvancements in thermocouple assemblies allow syngas plants to easily update their temperature measurement solutions for low temperature shift (LTS) applications. With improved monitoring of catalyst activity, syngas plants can maximize catalyst life and better plan …
From Extreme Heat to Arctic Cold: WIKA’s Replaceable Thermocouple and RTD Temperature Sensor
Adam DeLanceyWhen reactors or pipelines are located in extremely hot or cold conditions, they must be insulated in order to keep the process media within an optimal temperature range. This insulation, however, makes it time-consuming and expensive for operators to replace a …
For High-Vibration Applications, Use Rugged Pt100 Sensors
Ravi JethraTurbines, pumps, and compressors produce significant vibrations, which can lead temperature measurement instruments to give incorrect readings and cause premature sensor failure. Pt100 RTDs can withstand several times more vibration than standard elements, making them …