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How Green Rot Affects Type K Thermocouples

Gabriel Gonzales | Temperature
Reducing Grain Growth in High Temperature Situations

Green rot is most pronounced when type K thermocouples are exposed to temperatures between approximately 800°C and 1,260°C (1,472°F to 2,300°F) and when there’s a low concentration of oxygen. This problem causes negative drifts, inaccurate measurements, and even …

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Float-Based Level Measurement Is Ideal for Pharma Fermenters: A Case Study

Patrick McGrath | Level

Instrumentation that uses a float to measure level and transmit signals can be optimally adapted to challenging media conditions. WIKA’s level measurement engineers helped a major pharmaceutical company find a replacement for its older level sensors that were not as …

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Why WIKA USA Is a Global Leader in Temperature Sensors

Robert Torgerson | Temperature
Temperature Sensors Expertise

WIKA has long been a top manufacturer of temperature sensors and temperature measurement solutions. After the company acquired Gayesco International, WIKA USA greatly increased its capabilities and expertise in temperature measurement for the petrochemical and refining …

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How to Maximize Furnace Tube Life and Determine How Much Life Is Left

Robert Torgerson | Know-how, Temperature
Furnace Tube in Syngas Plant

Reforming reactions in syngas (synthesis gas) plants require high heat, which takes a toll on the lifespan of furnace tubes. The higher the temperature, the shorter the tube life. Using a simple formula based on temperature measurements over time, plant operators can …

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Accurate Hydrocracker Temperature Products and Solutions by WIKA

Robert Torgerson | Temperature
Hydrocrackers require accurate temperature measurement

Cracking furnaces in refineries operate under extreme conditions. To perform at their best, hydrocracking units rely on sophisticated temperature measurement systems. WIKA USA offers a complete portfolio of accurate and reliable temperature measurement solutions for …

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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.

Most-read articles
  • Six Common Causes for Thermocouple Temperature Measurement Errors
  • Pt100 vs. Pt1000: Differences and Which RTD to Choose
  • Where should I install my thermowell? A guide for best practices

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