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  • August 2017

    • August 2017

    Eaton demonstrated its new explosion-proof enclosure at the Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) in Houston.
    Flow Measurement

    Economic downturn strategies yield benefits

    Robyn Tucker
    Aug. 24, 2017
    Businesses stand to reap benefits from downturn strategies in a recovering environment.
    Floating hoses connected and ready for final installation
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    Chemical Processing

    Quiz Corner: Value of raw material in chemical plant

    David W. Spitzer
    Aug. 15, 2017
    The value of the flowing material should be considered when selecting a flowmeter because more accurate measurement can often enable tighter control.
    Image 1. Main source of cooling for drives. Check for dust and debris. All graphics courtesy of Danfoss Drives
    Pumps, Motors & Drives

    Best practices for trouble-free VFD operation

    Jim Kluck
    Aug. 14, 2017
    Always consider the application and manufacturer’s guidelines.
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    More content from August 2017

    VFDs installed inside the Twin Parks housing development in the Bronx, New York. Image courtesy of Xylem
    Image 1. Example of a viscosity skid. All graphics courtesy of Emerson
    Maintenance & Safety

    Real-time viscosity monitoring for coiled tubing cleanouts

    Justin Hollingsworth
    Aug. 3, 2017
    The operation must be kept as efficient as possible.
    Figure 1. The U.S. Industrial Motor Systems Market Opportunities Assessment conducted at 265 industrial facilities in 1997 remains the most comprehensive data source on electrical energy usage. As indicated in blue, pump systems are especially energy-intensive in industries that manufacture chemical and allied products. All graphics courtesy of Pump Systems Matter & Hydraulic Institute
    Pumps, Motors & Drives

    Pump systems optimization addresses efficiency and reliability

    Mark Sullivan
    Aug. 1, 2017
    Boost profits by reducing energy and maintenance-related expenses.