There are a lot of different ways to operate industrial valves – a manually opened valve or a motorised valve operated in proximity or remotely. Not all valves are motorized, for technical reasons or lack of funds. But if you are reading this, you probably are looking for a way to actuate your valve network, to ease the task of your operators or to speed up your valve o...
With our portable valve actuators, we guarantee that you can operate all types of valves and handwheels. However, each valve and handwheel is unique. So how, with portable valve actuators can you operate all your valves and handwheels? The answer is simple: with our standard adaptors! We have always been able to satisfy our customers with our special adaptors, however,...
A penstock or cofferdam is a type of sluice gate or chamber designed to provisionally hold back water in a given place and surface area. These types of valves are predominantly used to regulate or isolate fluids in open canals for use in water treatment factories, in hydroelectric centres, irrigation, ducts and such like. These valves are generally located outdoors, oft...
Pneumatic vane motors Air vane motors are made up of a cylinder (called a stator) containing an eccentric rotor closed at both ends. The space created between the stator and the rotor is kidney-shaped. The rotor has grooves in which the vanes can move freely. The compressed air feeds into the motor at one end and escapes through an opening in the cylinder. To ensure the...
Do you have manual valves that need actuating, but you don’t want, or are unable, to equip them with a fixed actuator? Are your manual valves becoming difficult to turn and maintain? There exists an alternative solution to installing fixed actuators – the Modec Portable Valve Actuator. It’s an ideal, practical and simple tool for opening manual valves safely and withou...
Thanks to their flexibility and adaptability, air motors can be used in many contexts and applications. In this other article, we explain how to choose the right pneumatic motor in three easy steps. It is really important as the productivity will depend on it. Hereafter, we will try to give you all the keys to understand the basics of air motors. We can spread the gea...
Cracking, opening, and closing handwheel-valves are common tasks to various industries. Some of the different workplaces that utilize handwheels are the power generation, water supply, petroleum refinement, railway, chemical and waste industries, and so one. In order to help and protect operators and equipment of these workplaces, modec manufactures strong powerful port...
Underground valves allow good management of wastewater, drinking water, gas or steam distribution networks: -By isolating parts when necessary -By controlling the filling rate -By allowing the circuits to be drained -By detecting leak detection. Underground valves are generally located: -At the beginning to shut down the network supply -As soon as the length of the ne...
Transport companies: Unload compacted bulk material from wagons quickly and efficiently, while reducing the number of operators on site. You do not own the trains and do not wish to invest in them? We have the solution! Simplify railcar unloading Freight trains carrying semi-liquid materials (cereals, sugar, etc.) are equipped with wagons with unloading hoppers. In ord...
Drinking water system operators (DWS) are subject to strong physical constraints. Their job requires indeed important and repeated efforts for block valves actuation. With conventional tools, vibrations and jolts are likely to create serious injuries and work-related musculoskeletal disorders (elbow tendinitis). In addition, opening or closing a valve too quickly on a p...
The rolled steel coils are tensioned in order to distribute the metal correctly in the production line. This operation is generally carried out by hand, even in workshops where everything is automated. This represents an effort and a demanding task for the operator who must at the same time supervise production. A total autonomy of the laminated steel coil mandrels? In...
Valves are used in many industries, like oil & gas, water distribution, as well as in all process industries. You can find valves pretty much everywhere, in each company, site, offshore platform, and even on the road. Some are manipulated very often while others are actuated only from time to time. These ones, particularly, must be well maintained and be operated regular...
KN is the most successful Simaco product on the market for more than 20 years. Developed for the specific needs of cooling units for the welding sector (MIG, TIG and PLASMA systems), these brass electric pumps operate with a peripheral impeller, guaranteeing high heads even at low flow rates. Ideal for increasing or maintaining circulating pressures at medium-low hydraul...
Agitated Nutsche Filter Dryers (ANFD) are regularly used in pharmaceutical and fine chemical manufacturing. These versatile machines serve multiple industrial purposes, though their primary use is for filtering Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs) after crystallization. But how exactly does agitated nutsche filtration operate? Agitated Nutsche Filtration and Drying ...
Rotork is excited to introduce its fully integrated ethernet actuator, which is compatible with EtherNet/IP Modbus TCP and PROFINET protocols. This innovative technology marks a significant leap forward in industrial automation, offering unprecedented data connectivity, speed, and operational efficiency. With the introduction of Rotork’s integrated Ethernet solution...
Explore the differences between spectacle blinds and line blinds. Learn how to choose the right positive isolation device for optimal safety.
Vacuum pumps are widely used in medical applications for a variety of reasons. They can be used to suck fluids from wounds, to help deliver medications and other treatments through the skin, and to remove air from blood vessels before surgery. When choosing a vacuum pump for medical applications, it is important to consider the type of application the pump will be used ...
Our well trained staff use high precision testing machines and standard precedures to ensure the quality of materials and production. Each vacuum pump&compressor was tested before shipping.
Are you tired of using traditional compressors that only offer limited benefits in your industrial applications? If yes, then it's time to switch to a vacuum air compressor. This innovative technology has been gaining popularity in recent years due to its numerous advantages over other types of compressors. In this blog post, we'll explore the benefits of vacuum air comp...
Bezares SA, a global leader in hydraulic systems manufacturing, has acquired Póvoa Hidráulica, a key Portuguese company specializing in hydraulic components. This acquisition strengthens Bezares' presence in the Portuguese market and enhances its service offerings in the region. Founded in 1995, Póvoa Hidráulica is renowned for its hydraulic and pneumatic solutions, cus...
Diesel Heater Hot Air Ducting can be quite effective for heating large spaces, depending on several factors: Heat Output of the Diesel Heater: The effectiveness depends significantly on the heat output capacity of the diesel heater itself. Higher output heaters can provide more warmth to larger areas. Insulation and Sealing: Proper insulation and sealing of the ducting...
The agreement, signed on 15 July 2024, formalizes the acquisition of the entire capital of Zenit International S.p.A., the holding company of Zenit Group, by Tsurumi Manufacturing co., LTD, a leading multinational company in the production and distribution of electric pumps based in Japan. The Japanese colossus, which in 2023 closed the year with a consolidated turnover...
Hot air ducting systems for diesel heaters offer several benefits: Improved Heat Distribution: They help distribute heat more evenly throughout a space, ensuring consistent warmth across different areas. Reduced Noise: By locating the heater unit outside or in a compartment away from the living area, ducting can help reduce the noise generated by the heater. Flexibili...
Isolation levels are a critical aspect of process safety, and the HSE's HSG253 guidance provides a valuable framework for determining the appropriate level of isolation required in a range of scenarios. In our latest blog post, we break down this complex topic into three simple types of isolation levels: Non-Proven, Proven, and Positive Isolation. By following this guide...
A quarter of a century has passed since the PCK Refinery in Schwedt/Oder, Germany (PCK Raffinerie GmbH) renovated its sewer systems, the so-called main sluice. In 1997, two approaches were pursued and compared with each other. The conventional approach consisted of renewing the underground pipe systems. The second solution concept was to install a pumping station at eac...
LOCATION: GERMANY FLUID: Natural gas POWER INSTALLED: 75 kW INLET PRESSURE: 17 mbar(g) WORKING PRESSURE: Up to 14,7 bar(g) FLOW RATE: 0<279 Nm³/h AMBIENT TEMPERATURE: -10/+40 °C Screw compressor for natural gas located in Germany. Designed for classified Atex Zone 2 for outdoor installation. It is air cooled and completed with fine filtration, electromechanical by-pass ...
Diaphragm pumps are a relatively common pump that plays an important role in various fields, including chemical, medical, food processing, environmental monitoring and other equipment. However, it is well known that the noise generated by diaphragm pumps during operation has a negative impact on the working environment and the health of operators. For example, in the me...
Navigating the complexities of industrial machinery demands a rigorous approach to safety, efficiency, and regulatory compliance. Central to meeting these stringent standards is the Pressure Equipment Directive (PED), a cornerstone of the European Union's regulatory framework. The PED establishes comprehensive requirements for the design, manufacture, and testing of pres...
Filtration, a seemingly simple act, packs a powerful punch. It's the art of separating unwanted particles from a fluid (liquid or gas) by passing it through a barrier - your trusty filter. This barrier allows the desired fluid to flow through, while trapping the unwanted materials based on their size and other properties. Think of it as a bouncer at a nightclub, letti...
Heidelberg, February 2024 – Newly crowned innovation champion: ProMinent GmbH from Heidelberg has once again been awarded the TOP 100 seal. Only particularly innovative medium-sized companies are honoured with this award. Science journalist Ranga Yogeshwar will personally congratulate ProMinent on this success at the award ceremony on 28 June in Weimar. The ProMinent Gr...
2x BVG 132 LOCATION: LATVIA FLUID: Biogas POWER INSTALLED: 150 kW (x2) INLET PRESSURE: 300 mbar(g) WORKING PRESSURE: Up to 8 bar(g) FLOW RATE: 0<600<1120 Nm³/h AMBIENT TEMPERATURE: +3/+40 °C VG 75 LOCATION: LATVIA FLUID: Biomethane POWER INSTALLED: 90 kW INLET PRESSURE: 5,5 bar(g) WORKING PRESSURE: Up to 17 bar(g) FLOW RATE: 0<625<1250 Nm³/h AMBIENT TEMPERATUR...
Watch this new video featuring Gevasol’s Fluid Control Laboratory in Switzerland (Elactis). Witness our engineers demonstrating our equipment for proportional valves, precision agriculture testing, and electronic board manufacturing.
With the continuous advancement of modern society, the application of automatic commercial coffee machines in the coffee industry is becoming increasingly widespread. Among them, the milk pump, as a crucial component, plays a pivotal role in the performance and user experience of coffee machines. We understand your systems, challenges and market situation. That's why TOP...
This video shows moments of the hydraulic tests we carried on our gate valves DN1400 and DN1600 PN16 rising stem type in November 2023. Enjoy!
DIAMIX and COMPAMIX mixing valves have been designed for the installation in industrial plants (nautical sector, refrigeration systems, chemical industries, etc), when a constant temperature of the fluid is required. DIAMIX and COMPAMIX have a 3-way mixing valve coupled with an actuator. The latter can control the sphere’s position according to the instantaneous temperat...
A sparger is a device used in various industries to introduce a gas (usually a gas like air or oxygen) into a liquid (typically a liquid like water or a chemical solution). It's designed to create small bubbles or disperse the gas evenly throughout the liquid, promoting efficient mixing, aeration, or chemical reactions. Spargers are commonly used in processes such as fer...
