A major automation solutions provider wanted to update the valve control system it was using in two products in order to get more information and to gain better control. Analysis of the problem during a WIKA Value Innovation Workshop helped develop a proprietary valve …
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Absolute Pressure Sensors: How They Work and Why They Are Needed
| Robert Lukat | PressureAbsolute pressure sensors and gauges produce readings that are not influenced by atmospheric pressure. Instruments such as altimeters and barometers display vacuum-referenced absolute pressure measurements. This article explains what absolute pressure is and the …
Why You Should Switch to a Calorimetric Flow Switch
| Robert Lukat | PressureWith no moving parts, better precision, and digital or analog output, calorimetric flow switches are better suited than mechanical flow switches for applications with contaminated or aggressive media. A calorimetric flow switch, also known as a thermal flow …
Accuracy in Pressure Sensors for Fluid Level Monitoring
| Robert Lukat | PressurePressure sensors are commonly used to monitor the fluid levels of tanks in a variety of industries. Lack of accuracy in these pressure measurements can lead to equipment damage, alterations to the process, and other costly consequences, especially when working with …
Explosion-Proof, Low-Power WIKA E-10 Eco Pressure Transmitter Ideal for Wireless Monitoring in the O&G Industry
| Robert Lukat | PressureThe ever-increasing need for more and better data has led to rapid growth in wireless monitoring. Big data is king today. And since modern control systems and decision-making are driven by data, it’s not surprising that the oil and gas industry is investing heavily …