Combusting cling wrap, Styrofoam, PVC, and other plastics produces highly corrosive gases that can damage measuring instruments and cause them to fail prematurely. WIKA recently came up with a customized solution that withstands the aggressive flue gases of a waste …
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Robust Measuring Solutions for Waste-to-Energy Plants
Ravi Jethra | Applications, TemperatureWIKA measuring instruments are found in waste-to-energy facilities around the world, helping these modern waste-disposal and power plants operate more safely, efficiently, and sustainably. This article is a continuation of “ From Waste to Watts: Making the Case …
From Waste to Watts: Making the Case for Energy Recovery Plants
Ravi Jethra | Applications, Know-howEnergy-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 more people there are in the world, the more …
Case Study: Creating a Durable Temperature Assembly for Catalyst Calcination
Alina Green | Applications, Know-how, TemperatureA 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 from mechanical damage while still providing …
Preventing Thermal Runaway Reactions with Fast-Response Sensors
Alina Green | Know-how, TemperatureThermal 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 possible response time for that application. …