Oct 18, 2011

“Purging” is the process of removing air that contains oxygen. Welding is a high-temperature process, so it is very important to keep oxygen and any other gases away from hot metal. We do this to avoid any kind of...

Oct 11, 2011

This brief article will deal with a small part of a much bigger topic: surface finish. We will be looking at commercially available finish options and how they are measured. The surface finish of process systems components plays a very integral role in the cleanability and sterility of the system. The most commonly used unit for surface finish is...

Sep 6, 2011

Single-use components and systems (commonly referred to as disposables) have traditionally been utilized in development labs and clinical supply facilities. These pre-packaged components or systems have been sterilized and validated and are disposed of after a single use.

Aug 23, 2011

When considering using direct-contact steam injection (DSI) for a process heating application, it is important to first understand the two basic techniques—direct and indirect transfer—used to transfer heat into fluids for process and utility heating.

Aug 16, 2011

Alfa Laval Digital Load Cells are a unique and highly innovative way to measure loads in your process system. Here's what sets them apart from traditional load cells:

Aug 9, 2011

Business has changed quite a bit in recent years, and the sanitary processing industry has changed with it. With tough times leading to tightened belts, very few expenses escape the critical eye of the budget-cutters. Equipment repairs by in-house maintenance staff are one area that seems to be gaining more and more scrutiny.