Petroleum Refining

Below you will find white papers on topics involving process control and automation.

Determining Gas Density Using the NIST Chemistry WebBook

Submitted by Jon Monsen

The NIST Chemistry WebBook contains a great deal of information regarding the properties of a broad range of chemicals and is helpful for those who deal with chemical processes. In this article, Jon Monsen has outlined the procedure for finding the actual density of a gas using the WebBook.

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7 Switch Myths Busted

Submitted by Michael Sandlin || United Electric Controls

With more than 80 years of evolution since its introduction, switch technology has changed significantly enough that some of the common beliefs about switches are no longer true. Click on the button below to read about the seven common myths surrounding switches.

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StoneL's Axiom AN Increases Valve Communication and Control

If you are looking for a valve controller that can be used on most on/off automated valves then look no further. StoneL's new Discrete Valve Controller provides unmatched reliability, state-of-the-art monitoring and robust pneumatic control in hazardous and general process applications.

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Controlling Fugitive Emissions

The greatest control challenges we see often surround fugitive emissions and the challenges encountered in this area are directly related to the reliability of existing equipment, as well as the use of outdated valve technologies and correct installation procedures to ensure that they are remaining compliant with EPA standards.

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Intrinsically Safe Submersible Pressure Transmitter

WIKA's intrinsically safe submersible pressure transmitter model IL-10 has been designed for the highest requirements of level measurement. Owing to their high accuracy, reliability, and their excellent media resistance, it is the ideal solution for almost all level measurements in hazardous areas.

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HILCO Patented Dry Resin Ionic Exchange for Varnish Reduction

Varnish formation is a common problem in the lube and hydraulic systems of today's turbomachinery. The severity of the varnish formation can be aggravated by oil chemistry, hot spots in the lube oil system, and static discharge. Hilco's ionic exchange technology has proven to be an effective method in reducing varnish potential in many applications.

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Jamesbury Wafer-Sphere? Butterfly Valve Compared to Rubber Lined Butterfly Valve

Submitted by Don Wolff

The Jamesbury high-performance valve is a heartier concept than the rubber-lined version. The term 'high performance' when considering the butterfly valve means the valve will take full ANSI pressure ratings, shuts off 'bubble tight', has higher temperature ratings, and, through the use of design and materials, has a much higher cycle life (extending into the millions of cycles without failure or leakage).

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