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Flowmeters

Universal Flow Monitors' Coolpoint™ vortex shedding flowmeters ensure consistent flows of cooling water, water/glycol coolant, water with chemicals added, and corrosive fluids in processing applications. They're offered in pipe 1/4” to 4” sizes, providing 4-20 mA transmitter maximum flow rates ranging from 4-600 gpm (15-2,271 lpm). The flowmeters are available with brass flow bodies for water and coolant and with stainless steel flow bodies for corrosive fluids and water with chemicals added. Universal Flow Monitors Inc., Hazel Park, MI, 248-542-9635, www.flowmeters.com

Slurry knife gate valve

Red Valve's newest product, the Series DX slurry knife gate valve, is designed for heavy slurry applications in the power and mining industries. When the valve opens, reinforced elastomer sleeves seal against each other and provide a 100% full port opening, minimizing turbulence which in turn minimizes wear. The seats isolate and protect all metal parts of the valve from coming in contact with the process. Red Valve Co. Inc., Carnegie, PA, 412-279-0044, www.redvalve.com

Industrial piping

HOBAS pipe is suitable for new construction and rehab for critical installations in industrial applications. Non-metallic construction gives the centrifugally cast, fiberglass reinforced, polymer mortar pipe inherent corrosion resistance without linings or coatings. Also approved for potable water, it's widely used in corrosive environments such as industrial effluents, contaminated drainage and foul air as well as cooling and circulating water lines. otunneling, tunnels, casings, direct bury and above-ground. HOBAS Pipe USA, Houston, TX, 800-856-7473, www.hobaspipe.com

Electromagnetic meter

Krohne introduces the WATERFLUX 3070, a new measuring instrument that is an electromagnetic water meter for applications in the water and wastewater industry. Its 15-year battery life makes it ideal for applications where no power is available. The device also has the option of a GSM module for remote transmission of measurement data and status information. With its short inlet and outlet installation requirements, the meter can be installed in very narrow wells and chambers. Krohne Inc., Peabody, MA, 800-356-9464, www.krohne.com

Plug Valve

Val-Matic's Cam-Centric® Plug Valve is designed to handle wastewater and industrial slurry applications while maintaining dependability and efficiency. The Vee-Type packing is field-adjustable and replaceable without removal of the actuator. Both the packing and stainless steel radial bearings are protected by grit seals in the upper and lower bearing journals. An extra thick welded nickel seat assures long, trouble-free life. The 100% port full flow design minimizes turbulence, headloss, and energy consumption. Val-Matic Valve & Manufacturing Corp., Elmhurst, IL, 630-941-7600, www.valmatic.com

DP gauge

The Ashcroft® Type 5503 differential pressure gauge provides reliable low differential pressure measurement in high static, wet-wet pressure applications. Equipped with wetted materials of 316SS, Monel or Hastelloy C, the gauge is specifically designed to monitor a wide variety of caustic liquids and gases. Its 4” and 6” dial face versions are available in ranges from 0/3 through 0/400 psid and offer optional features such as 3,625 psi static pressure containment, liquid fill, electrical contacts and a choice of mounting hardware. Ashcroft Inc., Stratford, CT, 800-328-8258, www.ashcroft.com

Filter floor system

The TETRA® FlumeFlow™ rapid gravity filter floor air/water distribution system from Severn Trent Services is designed for use in drinking water treatment and desalination pre-treatment applications. The system is used in conjunction with the TETRA LP™ Block dual parallel lateral filter floor system to control air and water distribution for concurrent or sequential backwashing. It ensures simplified civil construction and eliminates need for a separate fabricated air header, providing significant capital cost savings over equivalent technologies. Severn Trent Services, Fort Washington, PA, www.severntrentservices.com

Fiberglass pipe fittings

An array of special fittings for use in municipal and industrial market pipelines operating in a corrosive environment is now available from U.S. Composite Pipe South. The Flowtite® FRP pipe fittings offer a complete, low maintenance, non-corrosive pipeline system for gravity/pressure sewer, raw water, potable water and other industrial applications. They include elbows, wyes, tees, reducers, flanges and saddles for 12” to 96” diameters. U.S. Composite Pipe South, Zachary, LA, 225-658-6887, www.uscpsouth.com

Remote telemetry unit

GE Fanuc's QuickPanel® remote telemetry unit (RTU) applied solution enables companies to monitor, diagnose and maintain water assets and processes through flexible communication architectures. It lowers maintenance costs by about $50,000 a year and reduces the 10-year asset life cycle cost by nearly $1 million over competitive products. The unit provides a sustainable advantage with a unique combination of advanced software, embedded and automation solutions. GE Fanuc, Charlottesville, VA, www.gefanuc.com