Category: Industry Specific
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Low-cost Easy to Use Batch Controller
The new ABC-2020 Automatic Batch Controllerfeaturing the BIG Blinking Blue Button OverviewFlows.com and Assured Automation announce the release of the ABC-2020 Automatic Batch Controller. It is low cost and extremely simple to use. It works with any meter that has a pulse output and either a valve or pump. The operator simply uses the arrow…
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Valves and Flow Meters for the CBD Industry
The global demand for cannabidiol (CBD) oil has been projected to grow from $900 million in 2020 to $5 billion by 2025. Currently the cosmetic and food industry segments accounts for more than half of the market but over the next few years the pharmaceutical segment is expected to expand significantly. With this increased demand for…
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Assured Automation to Exhibit at 2020 Craft Brewers Conference & BrewExpo America
April 19, 2020 – April 22, 2020 Location: Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center San Antonio, TX Assured Automation Booth: 3017 The Craft Brewers Conference (CBC) is America’s largest craft brewing industry show serving both brewpubs and packaging breweries. The Craft Brewers Conference and BrewExpo America® is presented by the Brewers Association, a recognized leader in the national and…
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Magnetic Flow Meter Basics
A magnetic flow meter, also referred to as mag flow meter or magmeter, is a volumetric flow meter that measures liquids or liquid slurries that have a minimum conductivity of 5 µS/cm. Magnetic flow meters will typically not work with hydrocarbons, distilled water, non-aqueous solutions and non-conductive solutions. Magnetic flow meters utilize Faraday’s Law of Electromagnetic…
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Fire-Safe Shut Off Valves for Distillery Application
Problem: A local distillery was directed by their insurance agency to incorporate fire safe shut off valves on their storage tanks to ensure closure of outlet valves to isolate flammable liquids in the event of fire. Solution: The head brewer at the distillery contacted us as they had successfully used Assured Automation automated valves and flow meters for previous jobs.…
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Assured Automation to Exhibit at 2019 Craft Brewers Conference & BrewExpo America
April 8, 2019 – April 11, 2019 Location: Colorado Convention Center – Denver, CO Assured Automation Booth: 21090 The Craft Brewers Conference (CBC) is the only industry event that serves both brewpubs and packaging breweries. This is an annual show that travels to different cities each year. The Craft Brewers Conference and BrewExpo America® is presented by…
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Globe vs. V Port Ball Valves for Flow Control Applications
In most process applications there are two different types of valves used: on/off and control. On/off valves allow full flow or stopping flow completely. Control valves, in contrast have the ability to control the AMOUNT of flow, also known as throttling. V-Port Ball Valves V-Port ball valves are a specialized ball valve that offer: Suitability…
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Sanitary Valves for Fragrance Encapsulation Skid
Project Showcase: Fragrance Manufacturer requires sanitary ball valves and flanged ball valves for fragrance production application Customer Type Fragrance Manufacturer Application Fragrance Oil-liquid process and steam for heating reactor jackets Valve Series 30D , BFY, 36 , F150 Series Actuator Series F Series Rack & Pinion Pneumatic Valve Actuator Valve Size 1/2″-4″ # of Valves…
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Pneumatic Actuated Butterfly Valve for Water Treatment Application
Project Showcase : ST Series resilient seat pneumatic actuated butterfly valve ideally suited for water treatment applications. Application: A leading equipment manufacturer required resilient seat pneumatic actuated butterfly valve for a horizontal pressure filter system. Customer Type Manufacturer of Water Treatment Equipment Application Horizontal Pressure Filters Valve Series ST Series Lug Style Resilient Seated Butterfly…
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Compact Valve for Aerospace Test Application
VA Series Compact On/Off Valve for Aircraft Engine Test Stand Problem: A major aircraft component testing company required a compact valve for a customized panel designed to meter airflow in an aircraft engine sub-component test application. The ball valves currently being used had many limitations. The ball valve actuators were large, requiring a deeper, more…
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Piggable Ball Valves
3 Way Piggable Ball Valves Save Time and Money in Pigging Systems Problem: A major pet food manufacturer was designing a pigging system to clean process lines after product runs. A piggable ball valve that would launch a pig in two possible directions was required. Pigging refers to the practice of using devices known as “pigs”…
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Valves for Craft Brewing Applications
Field trip to Beach Haus Brewery: the brewing process and automated valve selections What could be better than sampling beer at a craft brewery on a beautiful Friday afternoon at the Jersey shore. Some would call it playing hooky but I prefer to call it building a good customer relationship. Consisting of a production facility,…