VEGA handles the pressures of water treatment systems February 2024, VEGA Controls SA A water treatment system for a major metropolitan area in the Midwestern United States demands careful monitoring and management of processes across its sprawling network. Choosing VEGA for its process automation needs meant more than just obtaining precise and reliable pressure sensors.
Monitoring the health of systems November 2024, SA Gauge Pressure and temperature gauges are vital instruments in various industries. However, they are susceptible to failures that can compromise their accuracy and reliability. When these gauges fail, the consequences can be severe.
Enhancing beer brewing precision September 2024, VEGA Controls SA Brewing beer is a complex process that requires utmost precision in every step. To ensure precision, it is crucial to measure and control the pressure and point levels in the wort kettle and hops dissolver. Using VEGA instrumentation can offer numerous benefits to breweries.
Greener mining through water management strategies I&C July 2024, VEGA Controls SA Water scarcity is a pressing concern in South Africa, leading to the establishment of stricter regulations on water discharge and management. To promote greener mining operations that minimise environmental impact and optimise resource utilisation, responsible dewatering practices are essential.
Pressure sensors for hydrogen applications I&C July 2024, Instrotech Keller manufactures isolated piezoresistive pressure sensors. The great advantage of the piezoresistive measuring principle is its high stability.
A new approach to milk processing I&C July 2024, VEGA Controls SA Ensuring the quality and safety of milk throughout the production process is of the utmost importance in the dairy industry. Process instrumentation plays a vital role in this stage by providing accurate measurements of level, pressure and point level to guarantee optimal storage conditions.
Sensor technology for cartonboard machine for paper and packaging March 2024, VEGA Controls SA Paper and packaging specialist, LEIPA undertook a comprehensive modernisation project, combining three stock preparation lines into one, and making investments in new plant components and extensive automation technology. Because of the good experiences the company had already had with VEGA sensors, those responsible for planning and maintenance decided in favour of the VEGABAR 82 pressure transmitter as the standard instrument for level and pressure measurement in the new stock preparation system.
Pressure measurement without risk of contamination February 2024, WIKA Instruments Injectables are among the most sensitive products in the pharmaceutical industry. Sterility is essential during production. For this reason, a manufacturer of biopharmaceuticals decided to implement the pressure monitoring of its processes with hygienic instruments from WIKA.
Pressure monitoring for oil and water tempering machines January 2024, Instrotech Temperature plays a significant role in many manufacturing processes. In such cases, a tempering machine is used to maintain the manufacturing process at the desired temperature. Keller supplied PR-21Y piezoresistive pressure transmitters to a client specialising in developing and producing oil and water tempering machines.
How to look after your pressure gauge November 2023, SA Gauge, Editor's Choice Pressure and temperature gauges are very widely used on process plants.
Specialising in the design and manufacture of pressure and temperature measuring instruments, SA Gauge believes that all process and ambient factors should be considered when selecting and installing pressure measuring devices. The company recommends that the following guidelines on selection and calibration be followed in order to prevent gauge failure.
Process measurement solution for Copper Belt’s Kansanshi Mine November 2023, VEGA Controls SA Kansanshi Mine faced measurement challenges in its gland water tanks, slurry, and raw materials in the stockpiles and crusher bins. VEGA was able to offer a suitable solution to resolve these challenges.
Pressure and level switches for food production October 2023, VEGA Controls SA New compact measuring instruments from VEGA prove that automation in food production can be very simple and economical without compromising on hygiene or safety.
Interference-resistant pressure transmitters September 2023, Instrotech Instrotech offers a pressure transmitter from Keller for temperature compensation and protection from electromagnetic fields (EMC) in the recently approved 21Y Series.
The dream team for heat and condensate September 2023, VEGA Controls SA Meeting the highest safety standards in all process steps is an indispensable requirement in the chemical industry. VEGA electronic differential pressure measuring systems provide perfect safety with the innovative combination of ceramic and metallic measuring cells.
Cone penetration testing August 2023, Instrotech Everyone has walked along a wet beach at some time and noticed how the damp sand wobbles like jelly when stepped on several times. This may be fun on a beach, but it’s no joke at a construction site or in an earthquake. Houses and streets built on drained swampland or unconsolidated soil or sediment can sink in certain situations, after which they must be condemned for use.
Electronic pressure switch for hygienic applications August 2023, WIKA Instruments The WIKA PSD-4 electronic pressure switch is the universal solution for industrial automation tasks – also in hygienic applications and under harsh conditions.
Interference-resistant pressure transmitters July 2023, Instrotech Instrotech offers a pressure transmitter from Keller for temperature compensation and protection from electromagnetic fields (EMC) in the recently approved 21Y Series.
How predictive maintenance will help tackle water scarcity July 2023, ABB South Africa The water industry is facing increasing pressure to optimise treatment processes and address the impending global water crisis. ABB, suggests how the integration of smart instrumentation and predictive maintenance can ensure the highest quality treatment of water to meet the needs of present and future generations.
