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    • February 2017

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    Level Measurement

    Quiz Corner: Horizontal tanks and level measurement

    David W. Spitzer
    Feb. 17, 2017
    Approximately how full is a horizontal tank in which the differential pressure level transmitter measures 90 percent level?
    Editorial Director Lori Ditoro visited with Hoffer Flow Controls
    Flow Measurement

    How will market conditions change in 2017?

    Robyn Tucker
    Feb. 14, 2017
    News outlets and research firms have made many predictions about market conditions over the coming months and years.
    One example of an integrated system for hydraulic fracturing from EPIX features the SPM QEM 3000 hydraulic fracturing pump and MTU frack pack. Image courtesy of Weir Oil & Gas.
    Pumps, Motors & Drives

    A complete solution with a one-stop service facility

    Bill Jensen
    Feb. 13, 2017
    Introducing a fully integrated, purpose-built power system for hydraulic fracturing
    Figure 1. A pump head consists of only two parts: the rotor and the housing. The tubing is placed in the tubing bed — between the rotor and the housing — where it is occluded. All graphics courtesy of Cole-Parmer
    Maintenance & Safety

    Enhance workplace safety with open-head sensor interlocks

    Gregg E. Johnson
    Feb. 10, 2017
    Peristaltic pump technicians and operators can gain added protection when pumps are equipped with sensors that shut off the drive when the pump head is opened.
    Image 1. As radar level instrument technologies have improved, the variety of devices has grown along with the number of installations in process industry applications. All graphics courtesy of Emerson
    Level Measurement

    Selecting the right frequency for radar level measurement

    Andreas Hessel
    Feb. 9, 2017
    Factors to consider when choosing the most suitable frequency for noncontacting radar applications

    More content from February 2017

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    Bearings & Seals

    Q&A with SKF’s Tim Rushton: Fluid handling seals

    Flow Control Staff
    Feb. 3, 2017
    Fluid handling seals often must be resistant to a wide variety of media.
    Fitting a thermoplastic bearing. All graphics courtesy of Vesconite
    Bearings & Seals

    Fitting strategies for thermoplastic polymer bearings

    Charlie Simpson
    Feb. 2, 2017
    Increase bearing life and reliability with the right fit.