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    Flow Measurement

    Quiz Corner: Location of differential pressure flow transmitter for steam service

    David W. Spitzer
    Jan. 9, 2020
    Where and how should a differential pressure flow transmitter be located for steam service?
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    Flow Measurement

    Application Corner: Natural gas flow measurement: Composition matters

    David W. Spitzer
    Jan. 3, 2020
    Composition changes can affect the heat content of the natural gas, which can adversely affect the accuracy with which the calculated amount of thermal energy flowing through ...
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    Connected reliability requires a platform that connects all assets, even legacy ones, to a system of record that is accessible by workers regardless of location.
    Process Control & Automation

    The path to a successful vibration monitoring program

    John Bernet
    Dec. 27, 2019
    Pilot programs provide immediate measurable results while also paving the way toward implementing IIoT-enabled connected reliability technologies.
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    Figure 1. The Siemens Sitrans FS230 clamp-on ultrasonic flow system combines a Sitrans FST030 digital transmitter with Sitrans FSS200 external sensors.
    Ultrasonic

    Simplifying clamp-on ultrasonic flow systems

    Eric Heilveil
    Dec. 20, 2019
    Next-generation clamp-on technology for process industries offers improved user-friendliness and easier installation.
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    Vortex

    Vortex meters for steam applications

    Cheng Vue
    Dec. 18, 2019
    Advantages such as accuracy, lack of impulse lines, flexibility, safety, minimal leak points and wireless data collection make vortex meters suited for steam measurement.

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    Industry research will increase confidence in multiphase meters.
    Multiphase

    Why traditional methods of validating multiphase flowmeters are not delivering

    Anna Pieper
    Dec. 16, 2019
    The lack of in-situ verification of multiphase flowmeters becomes increasingly significant as the oil and gas industry continues to exploit deeper and more remote fields, while...
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    Transus Instruments Uim 4 F Duo Natural Gas Ultrasonic Flow Meter
    News & Reports

    Transus Instruments appoints new distributors

    Dec. 16, 2019
    Industry news: Transus Instruments appoints new distributors in South America; ASEPCO opens new facility in California; Chicago investment firm acquires Industrial Valve Sales...
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    Machinery Vibration & Rotordynamics
    News & Reports

    Turbo Lab will offer machinery vibration and rotordynamics course

    Dec. 16, 2019
    Industry news: Turbo Lab to offer machinery vibration and rotordynamics course; Schneider Electric appoints president of Process Automation; Cynash enhances analytics; Ohio Transmission...
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    Figure 1. Hydraulic actuators for gas and steam turbines should be inspected and maintained at regular intervals.
    Valves & Actuators

    Hydraulic actuators for gas and steam valves

    Ralf Bentfeldt and Volker Tenhaeff
    Dec. 11, 2019
    Planned maintenance can prevent hydraulic actuator failures, high repair costs and downtime.
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    Flow Measurement

    Demanding applications bring change to the flowmeter industry

    Jesse Yoder
    Dec. 3, 2019
    Applications for flow measurement are becoming more demanding with complex and multifaceted requirements.