The Micro Flow Meter from Biotech Fluidics is a new device designed to continuously monitor ultra-low fluidic flows in real-time. Optimized to operate over the 100nl to 80 µL/minute flow range, with an unmatched high resolution of 1nl / minute, the Micro Flow Meter is the perfect tool for monitoring …
Read More »Industry-scale production of cultivated meat and the importance of valve control
Grown from animal cells, cultivated meat has the potential to provide a more environmentally friendly alternative, that is also free from animal harm. Currently, production is laboratory-scale, and expanding to industrial levels could enable this new food to reach our supermarkets. To achieve this, the accurate environmental control of the …
Read More »Small scale fluid control in high precision production processes
Controlling and dispensing precise volumes of fluid, down to the microliter and nanoliter range, is a common challenge in production processes. Whether you’re designing a high throughput production line for lateral flow assays, consumable manufacturing, drug discovery or inkjet printing, the success of the system is often based on control …
Read More »Measurement and control of the lowest liquid flow quantities
To optimise measurement and control accuracy for low liquid volumes, Coriolis sensors are often the prime technology choice. Providing a true mass flow reading with accuracy down to ±0.2%, these devices are also highly repeatable. Coriolis technology is suited to applications that must ensure precise flow control, whether to meet …
Read More »ABB and ODS partnership to enable precise and reliable custody transfer
ABB has announced a partnership with ODS Metering Systems, an independent manufacturer of custody transfer flow measurement solutions, that will see ABB’s Flow-X computers support an increasing number of oil and gas customers with an accurate and reliable automation platform for custody transfer. The partnership sees the two companies combining …
Read More »Extended range of real-time liquid flowmeters
Biotech Fluidics has extended its family of non-invasive flowmeters for real-time monitoring of liquid flow. The range now includes four discrete devices optimised to operate from nanolitres per minute right up to 650 millilitres per minute. Operating over the flow range 0.01 to 80 µL per minute, with a resolution …
Read More »ABB launches flowmeters with faster and more reliable data transmission for process industries
ABB has launched CoriolisMaster and ProcessMaster flowmeters that can be powered over the same ethernet cable used for data transmission, eliminating the need for separate cabling. The new feature reduces installation time and cost, and increases the speed and reliability of data transmission. One of the key challenges facing customers …
Read More »Control valves with IO-link increase plant availability
Investment in future-proof technologies is an absolute necessity for sustainable action and for ensuring top product quality. RHODIUS Mineralquellen therefore consistently invests in IO-link-capable devices. A state-of-the-art tunnel pasteuriser has now been retrofitted with control valves from Schubert & Salzer Control Systems with IO-link-capable positioners. RHODIUS Mineralquellen from Burgbrohl is …
Read More »Emerson expands automation leadership with agreement to acquire Flexim
Emerson has announced a definitive agreement to acquire FLEXIM Flexible Industriemeßtechnik GmbH (“Flexim”), a global leader in clamp-on ultrasonic flow measurement for liquids, gases and steam. Headquartered in Berlin, Germany, Flexim brings highly differentiated, complementary technology and strong customer relationships to Emerson, with an installed base of more than 100,000 …
Read More »Next generation accuracy for microfluidic control
Accurate microfluidic dosing is essential for life science and genomics research, as well as the administration of medical care. For OEMs developing microfluidic dosing machines, accurate valve control ensures precise results. However, to specify the optimum valve system, consideration over criteria from material compatibility to manifold integration is vital to …
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