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Expanded ABB Coriolis mass flowmeter family includes a new electronics platform that features self-configuration, integrated accuracy verification, built-in valve control and many other smart tools 

ABB has expanded its range of Coriolis flowmeters with the addition of the FCB400, featuring a totally new electronics platform offering users the option of up to five, freely-configurable communication outputs. The entirely digital, internal communication ensures maximum accuracy for compact and remote devices without the need for special cabling. 
Using the innovative sensor and application technology “SensorApplicationMemory”, FCB400 saves not only all calibration data but also all measuring point parameters and totalizers, which are linked to the sensor in a non-detachable way. This includes an automatic self-configuration function, which synchronizes the configuration data in the sensor and the transmitter after power has been switched on. The “SensorApplicationMemory” duplicates the configuration data storing it in a permanent memory and ensures safe data synchronization during maintenance, i.e. when the transmitter is replaced.
Application-specific software packages enable the FCB400 to offer a solution for an expanded range of installations. In filling processes, the “FillMass” function directly controls the downstream valve via a special digital output. By means of predefined characteristics e.g. for alcohols, sugar solutions or starch “DensiMass” enables the precise determination of the concentrations of liquid mixtures through high-precision density measurement. Moreover, the “net mass or volume flow rate” can be determined, too. 
Another novelty is the integrated verification function “VeriMass”. Using this function FCB400 carries out a self-diagnosis and can test, whether the device is still operating within the specified range. Thus, the user can detect possible erosions or deposits inside the sensor without interrupting the measurement and without removing the device. This ensures the permanent monitoring of the metering tube loop, reduced measuring accuracy can be detected, test cycles can be optimized and critical conditions can be prevented at an early stage. Hence plant availability and safety increase. 
The proven, common and intuitive operation concept of all ABB meters enables great ease of use and commissioning. The robust design expands usability at ambient temperatures of -40°C to +70°C and desensitizes the device to excessive vibrations. 
The device features an exceptionally low pressure loss and an extremely compact design. It is therefore about 50 % lighter and smaller than many similar devices on the market. The compact metering tube and device design sets new standards for device dimensions and weights solving the space constraints of the process industry. Of course, all relevant Namur recommendations are fulfilled as well as the SIL2 requirements. 
The FCB400 is optionally available in a hygienic design variant, named FCH400, for applications in the food and beverage industry. 
ABB’s Measurement & Analytics business is among the world’s leading manufacturers and suppliers of instrumentation and analyzers. With thousands of experts around the world and high-performance technology, ABB’s team is dedicated to making measurement easy for its customers. For further information, please visit www.abb.com/measurement.                                                                  

When your equipment needs extra protection and high visibility, Evatron’s protective boots provide strong, robust protection to the enclosure and equipment within.  Available in bright blue, orange and red, these protective boots come in 2 styles and 8 sizes making them a perfect fit for our hand held enclosures.

The enclosures to fit come in ABS HB black or off white.  8 enclosure sizes are available with or without battery compartment, recessed or flush top, and some with removable end panels.  Many enclosures in the range can be fitted with an optional sealing gasket to achieve IP65 rating.

Evatron provide a competitive CNC machining and printing service to customise the case and protective boot to your exact specifications.  If the type and dimensional size of the enclosure you require is not immediately available on our website, our experienced sales team will search for the best solution to meet your requirements.

Evatron specialises in providing a wide range of plastic and metal enclosures, many of which are unique to Evatron. We supply the major UK distributors as well as direct to OEM’s.  We regularly add new suppliers and products to our online shop, to ensure our customers have easy online access to the maximum number of enclosure products.  There is no minimum order quantity and delivery is usually next day for orders placed before 3pm. 

Most enclosures will need holes and/or apertures cut to allow access to buttons/switches and many of our customers recognise the benefit in having this machining work carried out, at source, by Evatron.  Small quantities are not a problem and our experienced team ensure the work is accurate in accordance with the customers’ drawings. 

In the case of printing, any shape or size can be printed to develop a unique and professional result. Registration of colours on awkward shapes is not a problem.  Alternatively, we can provide labels using a range of materials, technologies and techniques.  The majority of colour systems or sample swatches can be matched.  Aluminium cases and panels are available in silver or black anodised and can be punched and laser etched with company logo, etc to achieve an extremely professional finish.

Evatron Plastic Enclosures Ltd.  www.evatron.com

Tel: 01908 325100  Email: sales@evatron.com

Senix Corporation, manufacturer of ToughSonic® ultrasonic level and distance sensors, has introduced two new remote liquid level sensors. The ToughSonic REMOTE 30 and REMOTE 50 digital ultrasonic sensors are lightning-resistant and energy efficient for demanding outdoor applications.

The ToughSonic REMOTE 30 has a maximum range of 30 feet (9.1 meters) and the ToughSonic REMOTE 50 has a maximum range of 50 feet (15.2 meters).  They join the previously released ToughSonic REMOTE 14 to complete the Senix REMOTE sensor family.

Liquid Level Sensors Built For The Great Outdoors

Increasing droughts and floods around the world are driving investment in sophisticated water level monitoring systems.  The ToughSonic REMOTE family of sensors are designed for those demanding applications. They are rugged, stainless steel, immersion-rated (NEMA-4X, NEMA-6P, IP68) sensors designed for years of reliable service in harsh remote monitoring environments. “The technology behind these new sensors has been field-proven in diverse weather conditions since 2011.” Says Doug Boehm, founder and CTO of Senix Corporation. “We have remote level sensors operating reliably in Alaska, the Australian Outback, and just about every climate in between.”

Remote Liquid Level Monitoring Features

ToughSonic REMOTE sensors include a digital interface using Modbus serial data or ASCII protocols for direct communication with Remote Terminal Units (RTUs) and other data collection devices. They also feature Senix Lightning Guard, a system that protects power and communications circuits from repeated 7 kilovolt electrical surges.

Senix customers rely on ToughSonic REMOTE liquid level sensors in places where thousands of lightning strikes a year are common such as Northern Australia where the sensors monitor irrigation assets. Nothing stops a direct lighting strike, but 7 kilovolt surge protection allows sensors to survive transients from nearby strikes.

ToughSonic REMOTE sensors are ready to measure within one second of power-on and use up to 21% less energy than our General Purpose ToughSonic sensors which is important when sensors are operated intermittently and powered by batteries and solar panels.

ToughSonic REMOTE sensors are fully configurable using SenixVIEW sensor configuration and analysis software.

About Senix Corporation

Senix designs and manufactures advanced ultrasonic sensors for liquid level measurement, distance measurement and object detection. Senix ToughSonic® sensors are used in a wide range of automation and research applications worldwide. The company transformed non-contact distance measurement in 1990 with the world’s first computer-configurable ultrasonic sensor, and has been pushing the boundaries of sensor intelligence and ruggedness ever since. Senix Corporation is a privately held company located in Hinesburg, VT, USA and at Senix.com.

For those of you who know anything about DJB in recent times it speaks volumes to announce a fresh intake of staff. With newly appointed Sales and Marketing Assistants it is obvious at the outset that DJB is on the way up, “back in the saddle” and gaining momentum fast! Customer satisfaction continues to be a top priority with new products being released to keep up with demand from across the globe. Boasting many features the Low/High Pass Filter is the latest product to be released, available as a single channel DC powered unit or up to 9 channels in AC/DC powered chassis. For full specifications please contact DJB Other new products include the micro miniature IEPE triaxial AT/18 one of the world’s smallest IEPE or Charge triaxial accelerometers.

LHP Filter Features:

Input Overload Indicator

Frequencies: Full range of filter responses available, Butterworth, Bessel, anti-alias & general purpose

Switchable High/Low Pass

Single ended/differential input

Modular System

6 Gain steps to x50

LHP Filter Specifications:

For full specifications please contact DJB

Following their small business category victory in 2015, this year DJB will be in the running in the medium sized business category for the East Anglian Daily Times Business Awards, celebrating an impressive 35% growth in 2015. With the restructuring of the business including loyal, dedicated & experienced staff, fresh blood coming in and training schemes underway some may say “The future is bright…the future is … purple!”

DJB branding has been tweaked to reflect where the company currently stands, including fresh modern imagery, an updated strapline “Sensing, Engineering, Innovation” and purple becoming a predominant colour within the brand and of course not to forget the introduction of Dynamic Don… Our technical expert offering guidance and expertise for all your concerns and queries. He takes pride of place in the latest Technical Reference Guide, listing not only the latest products but technical savvy to ensure the correct usage and therefore optimising the accuracy of data results.

A downloadable version of the new Technical Reference Guide will be available on the DJB website very soon. If you’d like to receive a printed copy contact Sarah at DJB and one will be sent through the post hot off the press.

There is a strong focus to the future, developing new products whilst working in partnership with Loughborough University. The KTP (Knowledge Transfer Partnership) has been just one aspect of encouraging growth with future generations. Peter Strutton, Business Development Manager at Loughborough University, said: “This collaboration allows us to make big strides forward into the world of next generation wireless technology where microsensors can be used discreetly in small spaces, without affecting the behaviour which is being monitored.”

Neill Ovenden, DJB’s Managing Director said ‘We feel privileged to be working with one of the UK’s leading engineering universities, and look forward to learning from the team as well as passing on our own industry experience.’

The company is also active in apprenticeship training with two apprentices having completed their education in the last 12 months and 2 new apprentices already having started with the company.

So, why use DJB? It can seem a risk to change from what you are used to or know but sometimes the rewards far out way the risk. Let’s consider the facts…

DJB design, engineer, manufacture and assemble all in-house, all based within the UK, just a phone call away or a visit if required. This means greater, closer control over the entire process and quality, allowing for individual customer requests to be managed and processed without coming into third party politics and therefore problems. Can their competitors say the same? DJB offer training and refresher courses “Accelerometers, the truth and more” being the latest, including a factory tour. Feedback has been very positive with reports of data quality improvements as a result of attending. June 22^nd and November 16^th currently have spaces remaining. Please contact DJB for further information.

Customer service seems to be the word on the street. Considering the size of their global competitors DJB customer service packs a huge punch, a real confidence booster when the time comes and you need support and advice, it’s nice to know DJB will have your back 110%.

DJB’s services include a rare option of cable repairs, for cables from any manufacturer, this can aid budget control as well as helping to contribute to a greener future. Calibration of accelerometers, and signal conditioning equipment is available with a full report given on each device. Again DJB offers a specialist service all based in-house to provide calibration checks to ensure and maintain accurate readings.

DJB has taken a hard look at itself, made adjustments and have come out the other side fighting fit and waiting for the next challenge. Are you happy with your current setup or need technical advice to support your work? Let us be part of your future. Would you like to be part of ours?

01638 712288

www.djbinstruments.com

The Bifold Store

Bifold Store is one of Bifold Group’s newest initiatives, incorporating their preferred range products with the emerging online market and the global acceleration of e-commerce. The preferred range includes a variety of the valves which Bifold Group provides with 48hr despatch. The range includes:

Ball and Needle Valves, Check and Exhaust Valves, Flow and Volume Valves, Pilot and Mechanical Valves, Solenoid Valves and Medium Pressure Valves.

Bifold Store is a way in which Bifold can offer a selection of products to you online, therefore creating a much more accessible and easy service. The Bifold Store has filter services such as ‘type of valve’ and ‘price range’ to make it easier to distinguish and locate products and navigate around the store.

The Bifold Store is an easy way to access the products that are available via 48hr despatch time. The features on the web page make sure to spotlight popular products using a ‘Popular Categories’ section wherein customers can easily select products which are regularly bought. The Bifold Store also includes product images and descriptions along with their operational schematics in order to make product identification much quicker. The Bifold Store website also has easily identifiable tabs of the separate product ranges, again making navigation and accessibility around the online store easy and efficient.

Accessibility is extended further via the various devices that the Bifold Store website has been made available to. Customers can access the website through a multitude of devices, including tablets, phones and computers. This means that products can be ordered in cohesion with the immediacy of the customer demand.

There are over 500 products available in the Bifold Store’s growing catalogue, featuring a comprehensive selection of products from across the entire Bifold range.

Once a customer becomes a regular buyer, they will acquire an account and purchase history which will be found under ‘My Account’. In this, customers can view their previous orders, current orders and can re-order the same items again without going through the basket process.

All of the products on the Bifold Store are despatched within 48 hours from the point of order, incorporating Bifold’s new ’48 Hour Despatch’ initiative. This has been successful within the Bifold sales department and so implementing it on the Bifold Store will have the same effect in terms of efficiency. This again improves the accessibility of the products to the customers in conjunction with the other features of the website.

If you are interested in the Bifold Store initiative, please visit store.bifold.co.uk for further details and terms and conditions. You can also contact Bifold using the information below.

Bifold are dedicated to maintaining the excellence of their products and their new facility confirms their commitment to shortening lead times and meeting customer demands.

Bifold Group would like to take this opportunity to thank all their customers for their continued support.

www.bifold.co.uk

DJB’s latest product release: Low High Pass Filter Available as a single channel DC powered unit or up to 9 channels in AC/DC powered chassis. Boasting many features, please see our website for the full specifications.

For those of you who know anything about DJB in recent times it speaks volumes to announce a fresh intake of staff. With newly appointed Sales and Marketing Assistants it is obvious at the outset that DJB is on the way up, “back in the saddle” and gaining momentum fast! Customer satisfaction continues to be a top priority with new products being released to keep up with demand from across the globe. Boasting many features the Low/High Pass Filter is the latest product to be released, available as a single channel DC powered unit or up to 9 channels in AC/DC powered chassis. For full specifications please contact DJB. Other new products include the micro miniature IEPE triaxial AT/18 one of the world’s smallest IEPE or Charge triaxial accelerometers.

LHP Filter Features:

• Input Overload Indicator
• Frequencies: Full range of filter responses available, Butterworth, Bessel, anti-alias & general purpose
• Switchable High/Low Pass
• Single ended/differential input
• Modular System
• 6 Gain steps to x50

LHP Filter Specifications:

For full specifications please contact DJB

Following their small business category victory in 2015, this year DJB will be in the running in the medium sized business category for the East Anglian Daily Times Business Awards, celebrating an impressive 35% growth in 2015. With the restructuring of the business including loyal, dedicated & experienced staff, fresh blood coming in and training schemes underway some may say “The future is bright…the future is … purple!”

DJB branding has been tweaked to reflect where the company currently stands, including fresh modern imagery, an updated strapline “Sensing, Engineering, Innovation” and purple becoming a predominant colour within the brand and of course not to forget the introduction of Dynamic Don… Our technical expert offering guidance and expertise for all your concerns and queries. He takes pride of place in the latest Technical Reference Guide, listing not only the latest products but technical savvy to ensure the correct usage and therefore optimising the accuracy of data results.

A downloadable version of the new Technical Reference Guide will be available on the DJB website very soon. If you’d like to receive a printed copy contact Sarah at DJB and one will be sent through the post hot off the press.

DJB’s new Technical Reference Guide will be coming out soon. Contact us for a copy hot off the press

There is a strong focus to the future, developing new products whilst working in partnership with Loughborough University. The KTP (Knowledge Transfer Partnership) has been just one aspect of encouraging growth with future generations. Peter Strutton, Business Development Manager at Loughborough University, said: “This collaboration allows us to make big strides forward into the world of next generation wireless technology where microsensors can be used discreetly in small spaces, without affecting the behaviour which is being monitored.”

Neill Ovenden, DJB’s Managing Director said ‘We feel privileged to be working with one of the UK’s leading engineering universities, and look forward to learning from the team as well as passing on our own industry experience.’

The company is also active in apprenticeship training with two apprentices having completed their education in the last 12 months and 2 new apprentices already having started with the company.

So, why use DJB? It can seem a risk to change from what you are used to or know but sometimes the rewards far out way the risk. Let’s consider the facts…

DJB design, engineer, manufacture and assemble all in-house, all based within the UK, just a phone call away or a visit if required. This means greater, closer control over the entire process and quality, allowing for individual customer requests to be managed and processed without coming into third party politics and therefore problems. Can their competitors say the same? DJB offer training and refresher courses “Accelerometers, the truth and more” being the latest, including a factory tour. Feedback has been very positive with reports of data quality improvements as a result of attending. June 22^nd and November 16^th currently have spaces remaining. Please contact DJB for further information.

Customer service seems to be the word on the street. Considering the size of their global competitors DJB customer service packs a huge punch, a real confidence booster when the time comes and you need support and advice, it’s nice to know DJB will have your back 110%.

DJB’s services include a rare option of cable repairs, for cables from any manufacturer, this can aid budget control as well as helping to contribute to a greener future. Calibration of accelerometers, and signal conditioning equipment is available with a full report given on each device. Again DJB offers a specialist service all based in-house to provide calibration checks to ensure and maintain accurate readings.

DJB has taken a hard look at itself, made adjustments and have come out the other side fighting fit and waiting for the next challenge. Are you happy with your current setup or need technical advice to support your work? Let us be part of your future. Would you like to be part of ours?

01638 712288

www.djbinstruments.com

Quantitech has prepared a comprehensive White Paper on the measurement of Oxygen gas in furnaces and other industrial processes. Quantitech’s Craig Day says: “Oxygen gas concentration measurements are essential for the effective management of many industrial processes, providing an important indicator of combustion performance, fuel usage and process safety.  In many processes, oxygen measurement enables process operators to monitor the progress of chemical reactions; thereby enabling optimisation of product yield.”

The White Paper explores the benefits of oxygen monitoring and examines the technologies available for continuous oxygen monitoring. These include Zirconia and Paramagnetic sensors and Tunable diode laser absorption spectroscopy (TDLAS). The relative merits of each technology are discussed and a number of applications for oxygen monitoring are discussed. These include: waste incineration, furnace control, sulphuric acid manufacture, process heaters / FCC regenerator off-gas in refineries, and re-heat furnaces and hot rolling mills in the iron & steel industry.

The White Paper can be downloaded free of charge at www.Quantitech.co.uk/O2WP

For further information, please contact:

Quantitech Ltd
Unit 3
Old Wolverton Road
Milton Keynes
MK12 5NP
t. 01908 227722
f. 01908 227733
Email sales@quantitech.co.uk
Website: www.quantitech.co.uk

The Chillcard NG range of NDIR gas sensors from Edinburgh Sensors has been extended to include two new gases; namely carbon monoxide (CO) and carbon dioxide (CO₂). 

Their standard sensors for these gases use a miniature lamp with a tungsten filament as the source of infrared light.  However, in applications such as endothermic gas annealing furnaces and gasification, where high levels of hydrogen (H₂) are present, the lamp can have a reduced lifetime.  It is possible to repair the sensor but this means delay whilst the lamp is changed and the sensor recalibrated.  The new Chillcard NG sensors are built with a micro-machined thermal infrared emitter which has a longer lifetime in these challenging environments, giving less downtime and reduced long-term cost of ownership. The ‘Chillcard NG’ range of gas sensor instruments also includes high accuracy sensors for the detection and measurement of R-125 and R-134a refrigerant gases, where detection levels of 0 – 3000 ppm by volume are required.

About us:

Edinburgh Sensors, a division of Edinburgh Instruments, is a world-class customer-focused provider of quality gas-sensing solutions.

www.edinburghsensors.com

Hamamatsu Photonics introduces the latest development in MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems) technology with the MEMS FPI C13272; a single element detector that is able to give spectral information by utilising a Fabray-Perot Interferometer. 

A voltage controls the size of the gap between two mirrors in a MEMS structure. The size of this gap determines the wavelength of light that is allowed to pass through. By quickly changing the voltage across these mirrors, the structure acts as a tuneable filter. This means that the user effectively has a spectrometer but with the low cost and small footprint of a single element sensor. 

Such a device opens up exciting avenues in applications like atmospheric measurement; where handheld devices require components that are low size and low power consumption.

For further information contact us on 01707 294 888, email: info@hamamatsu.co.uk or visit our website: www.hamamatsu.com

First Sensor extends its range of optical sensors with innovative solid-state silicon photomultipliers (SiPMs) for the detection of ultra-low light levels down to single photons. Compared to conventional photomultiplier tubes, SiPMs offer significant advantages such as low operating voltage, excellent temperature stability, immunity to magnetic fields and a much smaller size for easy system integration. The detectors are optimized for near ultraviolet (Series SiPM-NUV) or red, green and blue (Series SiPM-RGB) light detection with peak sensitivities at 420 nm or 550 nm.

The silicon photomultipliers consist of a matrix of multiple avalanche photodiode (APD) micro-cells operated above their breakdown voltage (Geiger mode). NUV- and RGB-SiPMs from First Sensor feature extremely low temperature coefficients of the breakdown voltage and gain, which allows for highly accurate and stable measurements. Enhanced materials and semiconductor technology enable low-noise devices with reduced dark count rate, crosstalk and very low afterpulsing probability typ. <4 %. The precision SiPM detectors are designed to achieve very high gain (>10⁶) and high photon detection efficiencies. The edgeless SiPM dies ensure high cell fill-factors and maximized active areas in array arrangements. The Chip-Scale-Package (CSP) provides a cost-effective and RoHS compliant solution suitable for reflow soldering. For custom specific applications First Sensor develops and manufactures arrays, modules and complete systems for OEM customers worldwide.

Important features of the SiPM-NUV and SiPM-RGB silicon photomultipliers:

• Ultra-low light detection down to single photons
• Low operating voltage
• High gain and low noise
• Immunity to magnetic fields

Typical applications of silicon photomultipliers from First Sensor include high energy physics, medical diagnostics, nuclear medicine, homeland security and analytical instruments. Due to the immunity to external magnetic fields, SiPM detctors are ideal for medical imaging applications such as combined tomography systems using magnetic resonance tomography (MRT) and positron emission tomography (PET) or single photon emission computed tomography (SPECT).

Further product information: www.first-sensor.com/sipm