January 2016

(Courtesy Joe Summers/AHR Expo)
(Courtesy Joe Summers/AHR Expo)
(Courtesy Joe Summers/AHR Expo)
(Courtesy Joe Summers/AHR Expo)
(Courtesy Joe Summers/AHR Expo)
Power Generation

10 innovations not to miss at AHR Expo

Jan. 2, 2016
In anticipation of the show, exhibitors shared some top innovations that will be on display at the Orange County Convention Center come Jan. 25.
Endress+Hauser’s Proline Prowirl 200 enabled energy savings of more than $40,000 a year for one dairy.
Endress+Hauser’s Proline Prowirl 200 enabled energy savings of more than $40,000 a year for one dairy.
Endress+Hauser’s Proline Prowirl 200 enabled energy savings of more than $40,000 a year for one dairy.
Endress+Hauser’s Proline Prowirl 200 enabled energy savings of more than $40,000 a year for one dairy.
Endress+Hauser’s Proline Prowirl 200 enabled energy savings of more than $40,000 a year for one dairy.
Flow Measurement

Alternatives to installing flowmeters to specified straight run

Jan. 2, 2016
One approach to developing a good velocity profile is to install flowmeters with sufficient straight run as specified by the flowmeter manufacturer.
Figure 2. Even relatively simple boiler processes require that many field devices work well to achieve safety, reliability and optimum business results. All graphics courtesy of Emerson Process Management
Figure 2. Even relatively simple boiler processes require that many field devices work well to achieve safety, reliability and optimum business results. All graphics courtesy of Emerson Process Management
Figure 2. Even relatively simple boiler processes require that many field devices work well to achieve safety, reliability and optimum business results. All graphics courtesy of Emerson Process Management
Figure 2. Even relatively simple boiler processes require that many field devices work well to achieve safety, reliability and optimum business results. All graphics courtesy of Emerson Process Management
Figure 2. Even relatively simple boiler processes require that many field devices work well to achieve safety, reliability and optimum business results. All graphics courtesy of Emerson Process Management
Power Generation

4 key measurements for optimal boiler control

Jan. 2, 2016
The purpose of boiler control is to achieve safe operation, reliability and optimized performance with respect to load-change response, fuel cost and emissions.
Globe valves are suitable for throttling, ideally when the disc is at least 20 percent open. Otherwise, flow-induced vibration can damage the valve. Lauri Patterson/iStock.
Globe valves are suitable for throttling, ideally when the disc is at least 20 percent open. Otherwise, flow-induced vibration can damage the valve. Lauri Patterson/iStock.
Globe valves are suitable for throttling, ideally when the disc is at least 20 percent open. Otherwise, flow-induced vibration can damage the valve. Lauri Patterson/iStock.
Globe valves are suitable for throttling, ideally when the disc is at least 20 percent open. Otherwise, flow-induced vibration can damage the valve. Lauri Patterson/iStock.
Globe valves are suitable for throttling, ideally when the disc is at least 20 percent open. Otherwise, flow-induced vibration can damage the valve. Lauri Patterson/iStock.
Valves & Actuators

Rotating component solutions for integrated skids

Jan. 2, 2016
Parts of the flow instrumentation, control valves or actuation equipment that might be subject to vibration or pulsation in a machinery package should receive special attention...
Electric motors can benefit from testing protocols, technologies and best practices to enhance motor reliability. All photos courtesy of SKF.
Electric motors can benefit from testing protocols, technologies and best practices to enhance motor reliability. All photos courtesy of SKF.
Electric motors can benefit from testing protocols, technologies and best practices to enhance motor reliability. All photos courtesy of SKF.
Electric motors can benefit from testing protocols, technologies and best practices to enhance motor reliability. All photos courtesy of SKF.
Electric motors can benefit from testing protocols, technologies and best practices to enhance motor reliability. All photos courtesy of SKF.
Pumps, Motors & Drives

Why electric motors fail

Jan. 2, 2016
Despite the dependence on these motors and their vital roles in industry, electric motors can fail for many reasons leading to losses in productivity and associated profitability...

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Figure 2. A multilayer approach to gas and flame safety. All graphics courtesy of MSA-The Safety Company.
Figure 2. A multilayer approach to gas and flame safety. All graphics courtesy of MSA-The Safety Company.
Figure 2. A multilayer approach to gas and flame safety. All graphics courtesy of MSA-The Safety Company.
Figure 2. A multilayer approach to gas and flame safety. All graphics courtesy of MSA-The Safety Company.
Figure 2. A multilayer approach to gas and flame safety. All graphics courtesy of MSA-The Safety Company.
Instrumentation & Measurement

10 best practices for gas and flame safety

Jan. 2, 2016
Today’s intelligent gas and flame safety detection systems are designed to eliminate human error through the layering of multiple gas and flame safety technologies to form a chain...
Image 1. The suction pressure gauge indicates the pump is in vacuum. Courtesy of Bachus Inc.
Image 1. The suction pressure gauge indicates the pump is in vacuum. Courtesy of Bachus Inc.
Image 1. The suction pressure gauge indicates the pump is in vacuum. Courtesy of Bachus Inc.
Image 1. The suction pressure gauge indicates the pump is in vacuum. Courtesy of Bachus Inc.
Image 1. The suction pressure gauge indicates the pump is in vacuum. Courtesy of Bachus Inc.
Pumps, Motors & Drives

Pump Guy Mailbag: Cavitation magic

Jan. 2, 2016
A pump can vibrate for many reasons, including cavitation. One type of cavitation is air entrainment, so let’s say your drywell pump is suffering vibrations because of entrained...
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Flow Measurement

Quiz Corner: Calculating the incremental cost of electricity

Jan. 2, 2016
What is the approximate incremental cost of electricity for a plant that purchases electricity at 6 cents per kilowatt-hour (kwh)?