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Flow Measurement
Demanding applications bring change to the flowmeter industry
Applications for flow measurement are becoming more demanding with complex and multifaceted requirements.
Jesse Yoder
Dec 3rd, 2019
Coupling digital technology with easy installation allows instruments to be installed widely across process plants.
Instrumentation
Using digital instrumentation to transition to a digital-enabled plant
David Lincoln
Nov 12th, 2019
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Application Corner: Measuring gravity flow
David W. Spitzer
Nov 8th, 2019
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Quiz Corner: Measuring feed flow to a chemical reactor
David W. Spitzer
Nov 4th, 2019
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Tough slurry processes require quality measurements
Laura Chemler
Oct 16th, 2019
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Quiz Corner: Steam flow measurement with vortex shedding flowmeter
David W. Spitzer
Oct 7th, 2019
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Application Corner: Measuring downward flow, part 4
David W. Spitzer
Oct 1st, 2019
Figure 1. Terminals can achieve zero loss with improvements in instrumentation and terminal management software. All images courtesy of Endress+Hauser
Flow Measurement
Achieving zero loss at oil and gas terminals
Dean Mallon
Sep 9th, 2019
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Flow Measurement
Coriolis meters keep the beer flowing
Christian Grossenbacher
Sep 3rd, 2019
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Quiz Corner: Measuring mass flow
David W. Spitzer
Aug 29th, 2019
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Flow Measurement
Application Corner: Measuring downward flow, part 3
David W. Spitzer
Aug 22nd, 2019
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Coriolis
Flowmeter diagnostics optimize production in process plants
Tonya Wyatt
Jul 29th, 2019
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Flow Measurement
Application Corner: Measuring under vacuum, part 2
Normally, liquid will flow downward by gravity. However, when a vacuum is applied to a vessel, liquid may flow upward from below — like drinking through a straw.
David W. Spitzer
Jul 17th, 2019
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Flow Measurement
Market Updates: Projected growth in process instrumentation and automation industry; global flowmeter market
Market Updates: MCAA market forecast projects PI&A industry to be $17 billion by 2023; Flow Research study projects global flowmeter market to approach $8.85 billion by 2023
Flow Control Staff
Jul 2nd, 2019
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Flow Measurement
Quiz Corner: Installation of straight run requirements upstream and downstream of a flowmeter
What is the rule of thumb for the amount of straight run required upstream and downstream of a flowmeter?
David W. Spitzer
Jul 1st, 2019
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Flow Measurement
Quiz Corner: Location of differential pressure flow transmitter for liquid service
Where and how should a differential pressure flow transmitter be located for liquid service?
David W. Spitzer
May 30th, 2019
Figure 1. Orifice plate meters. All images courtesy of Emerson Automation Solutions
Flow Measurement
Using orifice plate flowmeters to their full potential in flow applications
Choosing the right specifications and using diagnostics can enhance the performance of orifice meters.
Steve Ifft
May 22nd, 2019
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Application Corner: Natural gas flow measurement, part 2
Accurate flow measurement entails a larger magnitude of compensation for pressure and/or temperature.
David W. Spitzer
May 20th, 2019
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Quiz Corner: Orifice plate flowmeter location
What is the proper tap location for an orifice plate flowmeter?
David W. Spitzer
May 2nd, 2019
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Application Corner: Natural gas flow measurement
The heating value of actual natural gas at a given location could be different from a typical NAESB natural gas heating value by as much as a few percent.
David W. Spitzer
Apr 29th, 2019
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The importance of accurate flow measurement in industrial processes
Effective measurement systems are contingent upon understanding the uncertainty and performance required for a given application.
Neil Bowman
Apr 16th, 2019
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Flow Measurement
Quiz Corner: Flow error from expected temperature fluctuations
A flowmeter that measures velocity is designed to measure the flow of a gas whose temperature is controlled within 3°C of its setpoint of 27°C. What is the approximate flow error resulting from the expected temperature fluctuation?
David W. Spitzer
Mar 29th, 2019
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Flow Measurement
Application Corner: Chemical composition of natural gas
The physical properties of natural gas such as its density, heat content and thermal properties can be different and vary over time.
David W. Spitzer
Mar 21st, 2019
Figure 1. Built-in diagnostic tools make data collection and analysis easier. All images courtesy of Emerson Automation Solutions
Coriolis
Advanced wiring technologies for Coriolis flowmeters
Two-wire Coriolis flowmeters with diagnostics are now a viable option for many facilities including chemical plants, refineries and power generation stations.
Anthony Gentile
Mar 20th, 2019
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Flow Measurement
Using 3D metal printing for flow and pressure sensors
Quality standards will be required for the adoption of additive manufacturing of flow and pressure meters using related corrosion-resistant alloys.
Doug Sparks
Mar 5th, 2019
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Flow Measurement
Quiz Corner: Flowmeter selection
Which flowmeter could be used to measure 10 to 100 gallons per minute (gpm) of liquid with a specific gravity of 1.20 and a viscosity of 500 centipoise (cP) in a 3-inch pipe?
David W. Spitzer
Feb 28th, 2019
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