A pressure transmitter is essential for waterjet cutting, a highly effective and affordable method for slicing through a wide range of materials. WIKA’s HP-2 high pressure transducer enables high precision monitoring at pressures up to 15,000 bar (217,000 psi). A …
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SIL-Certified Pressure Switch Offers Greater Safety in Tire Manufacturing
Jeff Placek | Applications, PressureTire manufacturing requires precise pressure monitoring to prevent dangerous situations like overpressure and premature unlocking of the curing press. Model MW, a robust industrial pressure switch, comes in a SIL 2-approved version for greater safety and performance in …
Three Reasons to Use a Diaphragm Pressure Gauge
Hardy Orzikowski | Know-how, PressureWhen standard pressure gauges reach their limits, the process industry can use diaphragm pressure gauges to measure low pressures and protect against overload in all types of applications, including ones with aggressive or hygienic media. This article is a …
8 Common Reasons For Pressure Gauge Failure
Hardy Orzikowski | Know-how, PressurePressure gauge failure can be attributed to one or more of these eight reasons: mechanical vibration, pulsation, extreme temperature, pressure spikes, overpressure, corrosion, clogging, and mishandling/abuse. Pressure gauges are an integral part of an …
Diaphragm Seals: Ultimate Protection for Safer, More Sanitary Pressure Measurement
Chi-Che Ma | PressureCertain process media can damage pressure gauges, which, in turn, can contaminate clean process media. By using a diaphragm seal as a protective barrier, plant operators save time and money by avoiding instrument damage, batch losses, and expensive downtime. If …