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Why Refineries Return to WIKA’s Temperature Solutions

Robert Torgerson | Temperature

A major U.S. refinery returns to the Gayesco brand for WIKA USA's quality products, accurate information, expert installation, and exceptional customer service, even though it had an existing Global Frame Agreement with the competing bidder. Back in 1989, Gayesco …

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The Importance of Dipleg Temperature Measurement in FCC Units

Robert Torgerson | Know-how
Temperature Sensors Expertise

FCC units are the “money makers” of gasoline refineries. The pressure is on for operators to avoid delays in startup and to keep the units up and running. Accurate dipleg temperature measurement and monitoring ensures appropriate conditions for startup and prevents …

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Avoid Expensive False Trips with Reliable Thermocouple Assemblies

Robert Torgerson | Temperature

A false trip is when an instrument error, rather than an actual problem, sets off (“trips”) a safety alarm. All plant operators want to avoid false trips, especially the ones that lead to a full process shutdown – a very expensive scenario. WIKA’s SIL III …

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Industrial Thermocouple Repair and Replacement

Robert Torgerson | Temperature

A thermocouple has no moving parts and is extremely robust. However, thermocouples do lose accuracy over time and can become damaged by overheating during use or by human error. With a TC96-R thermocouple assembly, you enjoy the flexibility of thermocouple replacement …

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Long-Term Planning with the Gayesco Flex-R® Multipoint System Enables Major Cost Savings

Robert Torgerson | Temperature

Temperature control is a critical factor for reactor vessels in the refining and chemicals industry. The catalysts that convert the process oil in these reactors work best in very specific temperature ranges, and too high or too low a temperature can have a noticeable …

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In our WIKA US blog you can expect many interesting articles on pressure, temperature, level and flow measurement, and also on the subject of calibration technology. Furthermore, there are various insights into the world of the WIKA group of companies – seen from different angles.

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  • Six Common Causes for Thermocouple Temperature Measurement Errors

  • Pt100 and Pt1000 Sensors: Important Facts and Differences

  • Where should I install my thermowell? A guide for best practices


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