The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has proposed new rules that will boost emissions-control requirements for the 150 active refineries in the United States. Proper instrumentation can help these refineries reduce fugitive emissions and the steep price tag …
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Learning About the Effect of Temperature on Pressure Sensors
Robert Lukat | PressureTemperature has a major impact on the function and operating lifetime of most electronic devices. This is especially true for electronic pressure sensors. That's why pressure sensor specifications typically include minimum and maximum values for operating, storage, …
Chemical Compatibility: Wetted Parts of Pressure Sensors
Robert Lukat | PressureAvoiding problems like corrosion or premature failure makes the use of pressure sensors safe and maximizes the lifespan of the product. One of the keys to doing that is to ensure that a pressure sensor's wetted parts – those which come in direct contact with …
Read Between the Lines to Select the Right Pressure Sensor
Robert Lukat | PressureRead Between the Lines to Select the Right Pressure Sensor Have you heard of a switch detent plunger? It’s a tiny part that could forever underscore the importance of ensuring proper specifications for every component of a design --no matter how small. Ignition …
Electronic Pressure Instrumentation: Tiny but Tough
Robert Lukat | PressureMalfunctions of small components can cause large problems in an oil and gas production environments. These small components can also hold the key to improved productivity, when installed and used correctly. Though electronic pressure sensors and transmitters …