A diaphragm seal is an efficient, affordable solution for those instances in which pressure instrumentation cannot be in direct contact with the process. A flexible diaphragm seal protects pressure transmitters, transducers, gauges, and switches from contact with …
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WIKA’s ScrutonWell®: Thermowell with Helical Strakes to Reduce Vibration
Gabriel Gonzales | TemperatureA thermowell is a protective housing for a thermometer used to provide temperature readings for an industrial process. Given that process media in many industries are corrosive, abrasive or under high pressure, a thermometer is placed inside a thermowell so the …
Pressure Sensor On-board Diagnostics Save Time and Money
Robert Lukat | PressureA number of recent studies have demonstrated that pressure sensor diagnostics in mobile machinery mean less work for field technicians and millions of dollars of cost savings for manufacturers. According to data collected by WIKA from off-road vehicle …
Level Gauges with Inverted Design Enable Compact Skid Construction
Patrick McGrath | LevelModular is the new mantra in the process sector, and single-purpose, built-to-spec process skids are the latest trend in the refining and chemical industries. A “skid” is a portable work station used in a process facility. It is modular in the sense in that …
4-Wire RTDs vs. 3-Wire RTDs
Gabriel Gonzales | Know-how, TemperatureThe electrical resistance of some materials, such as platinum, copper, and nickel, differs at different temperatures. Resistance temperature detectors (RTDs) take advantage of this property to assess temperature in a variety of commercial and industrial applications. …





