The ISM Manufacturing Index (PMI) registered a 58.7 reading in December, a decline from November’s 61.1. Comments from manufacturers indicate a continued high demand environment constrained by persistent supply chain disruptions,…
Valves are the most common type of processing equipment. Valves are used for many purposes: Isolation Throttling Safety Release (discussed in a previous segment) Sampling Flush Bottom Within each basic…
Radiographic testing (radiography) is used to detect discontinuities such as porosity, cracks and inclusions in materials or welds. It is performed by placing film or a digital detector on one side of…
November saw the ISM Manufacturing Index (PMI) remain healthy, improving to a 61.1 level, slightly above the October reading of 60.8. New orders, production, and employment measures all expanded in November. The…
Pressure vessels, tanks, large specialty heat exchangers, and other similar equipment generally require large openings for personnel entry (for inspection, cleaning, maintenance, or repairs) or even for certain process additions.…
The “recipes” found in chemical processing often require careful measuring of raw materials to ensure final product quality. There are several different methods that processors use to make sure exact…
