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New line of filter regulators for OEM applications and critical in-plant applications

Parker Hannifin has introduced a new line of filter regulators, regulators and mini filters which are ideal for OEM applications and critical in-plant applications.

Turblex now part of Siemens Energy

Turblex Inc., acquired by Siemens Energy, Inc., officially adopted the Siemens name effective October 1, 2010.

HP Reliability: Better equipment selection starts with understanding available upgrade options

Hydrocarbon Processing Staff: Bloch, Heinz P.

It all started with a letter we received from a major multinational petrochemical company: A reliability manager related that he had recently asked each maintenance department within the corporation&#..

Prevent electric erosion in variable-frequency drive bearings

Hydrocarbon Processing Staff: Bloch, Heinz P.

Here are the reasons and remedial actions

Case 57: Troubleshooting the cause of sudden impacts

Consulting Engineer: Sofronas, A.

Finding the cause can be elusive but calculations help

Consider low-voltage AC drives for hazardous areas

ABB Oy: Riikonen, J.

Such drives used with electric motors can offer significant process improvements and energy savings for equipment used in explosive zones

HP Reliability: Grounding-ring technology for variable-frequency drives

HEINZ P. BLOCH, Reliability/ Equipment Editor     Comments? Write:HB@HydrocarbonProcessing.com   Variable-frequency drives (VFDs) provide substantial energy sav..

Understand AC induction motor vibration

Qatar Fertilizer Company: Mansoor, A.

Use these guidelines to diagnose mechanical and electrical problems