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Measurement Technologies for a Hydrogen Economy: Materials that Resist Permeation and Embrittlement

Jeff Placek | Applications, Know-how

Permeation and embrittlement are issues that stand in the way of realizing a viable and mature hydrogen infrastructure. For pressure and temperature sensors, using materials that protect against these conditions is key to safety and profitability in the chemical …

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Energy Expenditure as a Factor in Hydrogen Transport and Storage

Jeff Placek | Applications, Know-how

Hydrogen is key to decarbonization – in the chemical industry as well as for developed nations. However, while it is relatively easy and cheap to produce, pure H 2 is notoriously difficult to transport and store. Most methods require high operational and/or energy …

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The Importance of Protecting Pressure Sensors from Moisture and Water

Robert Lukat | Know-how, Pressure

Moisture ingress is one of the most common causes of pressure sensor failure. To avoid this situation, select a pressure transducer or pressure transmitter with the right IP rating, measurement reference, and electrical connection. Your pressure transmitter’s …

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Three Reasons to Use a Diaphragm Pressure Gauge

Hardy Orzikowski | Know-how, Pressure

When standard pressure gauges reach their limits, the process industry can use diaphragm pressure gauges to measure low pressures and protect against overload in all types of applications, including ones with aggressive or hygienic media. Thanks to using a flexible …

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Pyrometer or Surface Thermocouples: Which Is Better for Tube Wall Temperature Monitoring?

Robert Torgerson | Know-how, Temperature

Operators of steam methane reformers have various methods at their disposal for measuring tube wall temperature, but the best solution for accurate and continuous temperature measurement are surface thermocouples. The furnace tubes of a steam methane reformer (SMR) …

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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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