Workplace safety is the number one concern at any job, but especially so at a refinery or chemical plant where dangerous chemicals and hot steam are stored under pressure. These plants have lengthy safety protocols including constant system monitoring and the wearing …
Pressure Gauges
Hydraulic Systems Require A Rugged Liquid-Filled Hydraulic Gauge
Hardy Orzikowski | PressureChallenging operating conditions call for innovative solutions, and WIKA's "hydraulic gauge" has been designed from the ground up to handle the most adverse service conditions. This rugged, fluid-filled gauge has a solid forged-brass case and socket, and has been …
Advantages of Diaphragm Seals and the All-Welded Design
Chi-Che Ma | PressureAdvantages of diaphragm seals in chemical manufacturing, petroleum refining, and a host of other process-based industries, you frequently use a myriad of harsh elements. How can you properly monitor your operation if hot, viscous, or corrosive chemicals can cause your …
How Gauges Can Help Prevent Costly Loss of Containment
Hardy Orzikowski | PressureLoss of containment is one of the costliest things that can go wrong at a plant. Accordingly, smart enterprises employ a variety of measures that ensure loss of containment just doesn't happen - or when it does, the adverse circumstances are kept to a minimum. …
Best Gauges for Corrosive Conditions
Hardy Orzikowski | PressureAs anyone who has lived near the ocean can attest, corrosive substances do not coexist well with metallic surfaces. Briny, salty water is one byproduct of oil and gas exploration and production, but that’s just the beginning. Equipment and instrumentation used in …





