Best Practice in Valve Automation
Valve automation improves safety and efficiency by allowing the remote operation of valves in the field. But wanting to automate your valve and actually doing it are two different things!
Cross Process Solutions’ Ronnie Moore has decades of experience with valves and tying them into control systems. In this four part video series, Ronnie gives you a step-by-step guide to the things to consider when automating your valves from the types of valves to controllers and remote access.
Reduce contamination risks in bioreactors with automated cleaning systems
Cellular fermentation requires precise conditions in a sterile environment. Many steps are taken to create an environment suitable for the proper molecular reactions to occur. Manually handling probes and other instrumentation risks compromising sterility. Frequent calibrations and manual cleanings can threaten sterility. Weeks of operation may be necessary to obtain the desired reaction and purification.
Introducing automated systems to the bio-fermentation process enables operators to maximize process efficiency and sterility. Contamination risk is reduced, fermentation conditions are optimized and resources are used efficiently. Read this application note from Cross partner M4Knick to see how their automated cleaning and diagnostic system can provide a significant return on investment.
What's New at Cross
New Gas Detection Partner: RKI Instruments
Cross Process Solutions is proud to announce that we have partnered with RKI Instruments to sell their fixed and portable gas detection products.
RKI is a wholly owned subsidiary of Riken Keiki, the largest gas detection and sensor manufacturer in the world. RKI offers a variety of wireless and wired fixed and portable gas detection solutions, as well as equipment for potentially explosive atmospheres and non-explosive for a variety of industries and gases.
The Cross Process Solution team is also highly experienced in all types of gas detection solutions. Get in touch today to talk about your particular application.
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Guide to Selecting the Right Pressure Sensor
Selecting the right pressure sensor for your application is critical to ensure optimal performance and reliability of your application. However, each application is different, from the environment to the media used to the accuracy requirements. But don’t worry, the measurement experts at Cross have put together this guide to help you easily figure out which pressure sensor is right for you.
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Reduce Risk
Looking to directly connect your devices and sensors in Ex Zones 0, 1 and 2? Not only can Ethernet APL from Cross partner Phoenix Contact be used in potentially explosive atmospheres but it’s also capable of bridging distances of up to 1km.
This means you can capture and analyze huge amounts of data from all around your plant, even in remote or hazardous areas. The data exchange is done via only two wires, reducing complexity with the option of also being able to supply power to connected devices on the same pair of wires.
Improve Efficiency
Sometimes the little things can make your work just a bit easier. Like the new CSR 425 retractable holder for ball valves from Cross partner M4Knick. Designed specifically to work with 1″ process connections, it allows for the easy insertion and retraction of pH sensors under process conditions.
The CSR 425 is ideal for quick-disconnect sensors. You will never have to pull the cable completely through the fitting when changing out the sensor. It also allows you to easily replace old sensor technology as well as an option for applications requiring insertion depths of up to 11.5″.
Improve Efficiency
Need flexibility with your moisture analyzer? Cross partner Ohaus has just released their new MB line of moisture analyzers which are flexible yet precise and rugged yet innovative.
Models include:
- The MB32: Ideal for routine moisture testing, providing consistent performance for everyday laboratory and production needs.
- The MB62: Versatile and suitable for a variety of moisture applications across the life sciences fields.
- The MB92: Advanced option for users requiring a high level of performance and precision in moisture analysis.
