To minimize coking and maximize the conversion rate in a steam cracker, olefin producers need to closely monitor the furnace’s coil outlet temperature (COT). Various types of sensors measure this key parameter . WIKA USA tested the common sensors designs to evaluate …
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Improving Olefin Production Efficiency with Coil Outlet Temperature (COT) Measurement
Robert Torgerson | Applications, TemperatureAt the 2025 AIChE (American Institute of Chemical Engineers) Spring Meeting, Alina Green presented WIKA's unique R&D evaluation of critical ethylene steam cracker coil outlet temperature (COT) sensor designs and installation best practices. The following is …
Data Center Cooling: Pressure, Temperature, and Flow Sensors for Coolant Distribution Units
Lorenzo Avitabile | Applications, Flow, Level, Pressure, TemperatureData centers generate enormous heat loads, and the coolant distribution units (CDUs) managing that heat rely on precise, real-time measurement to function safely. Here's how pressure, temperature, flow, and level sensors keep CDUs performing under demand. A typical …
Meet Daniel Burch, Product Manager for Mechanical Pressure and Temperature at WIKA USA
Stephanie Fitzpatrick | Know-how, Pressure, TemperatureAs part of WIKA USA’s 198 Years of Expertise series, get to know Daniel Burch and his pivotal role in developing new instruments that meet customers’ needs. Daniel Burch has a strategic position at WIKA USA. As product manager, half of his role involves …
What Are Bimetal Thermometers, and When to Use Them
Daniel Burch | Know-how, TemperatureBimetal thermometers are tried-and-true instruments for measuring temperature in a wide range of industrial applications, combining low cost and low maintenance with easy installation, use, and calibration. Sometimes a measurement technology is so simple yet …





