Article archive for Burkert Fluid Control Systems
Bürkert demystifies explosion protection criteria with free ATEX selection poster. (24 April 2013)
The ATEX directive has been in force for some years now; but the important criteria that must be considered when selecting an ATEX-certified device, such as a level sensor, a valve, a flow sensor, a pump - or any other piece of equipment for use in hazardous, potentially explosive environments, are often misunderstood.
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Bürkert UK officially opens the doors to its new UK headquarters (12 February 2013)
On Friday 1st February, 2013, Bürkert GB hosted the official opening of its new headquarters to celebrate the successful move into its new, purpose-built premises constructed around a modern factory building in Cirencester. Throughout the day Bürkert opened its doors to customers, distributors, members of the press, the local mayor and even Moto GP rider, Danny Kent.
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Controlling gases and liquids (12 November 2010)
Burkert’s Type 8611 universal controller for flow, pressure and temperature, cuts OEM system costs substantially, by controlling both proportional and process valves across a wide range of gases and liquids.
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Compact valve and modular block assembly solution (21 September 2010)
With the type 2000 INOX, Bürkert is expanding its line of compact 2/2-way valves to include an angle seat valve in which both the actuator and the body are made of high-quality stainless steel. Customised solutions such as mixing, distributing and multi-way functions can be achieved by a special modular valve body with very compact dimensions.
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Process control solution for Eurocentral facility (10 September 2010)
Burkert has provided a complete process control system, including level and flow monitoring, fluid control and process actuation, for a new Moulding Station and Effluent Treatment plant, installed at Mersen’s new production facility at Eurocentral in Scotland. The Burkert control system is integral to the new moulding and treatment facilities, automating what was previously a manual manufacturing process, to improve its quality, yield and output volume.
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Transmitters for analytical sensor types (03 August 2010)
Bürkert is expanding its line of analytical transmitters with ELEMENT neutrino analytical transmitters for use with different sensor types. The modular transmitters can be adapted to different applications and used for measuring pH, ORP or conductivity.
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Energy saving in hazardous Ex environments (27 July 2010)
The cost-down pressures inherent in all process industries mean that plant operators are consistently required to improve efficiency, at the same time as ensuring repeatable product quality.
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Improved pH monitoring in high-end hygienic processing (29 June 2010)
The monitoring of the pH of liquid media in high- end hygienic processes - in biotechnology, pharmaceutical and food processing - ensures not only that legal requirements are met, but also that quality standards are maintained, reducing cost and ensuring optimum levels of yield.
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ATEX process package for bio-diesel production (25 June 2010)
Bürkert Fluid Control Systems has partnered with Green Fuels, a leading biodiesel equipment manufacturer,to provide a package of ATEX- rated valves, flow sensors, level switches, positioner systems and conductivity and flow meters, for Green Fuels’ Fuelmatic system.
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The advantages of adopting new technologies in the offshore industy (04 June 2010)
Burkert’s ex-proof AirLINE Ex 8650 system, working in conjunction with modules from the intrinsically safe Siemens SIMATIC ET 200iSPTM system, has provided the ideal solution in a recent North Sea project for Jiskoot an internationally recognised manufacturer and supplier of Zone 1 control, sampling and blending systems to the oil and gas industry.
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Eliminating energy losses from wasteful venting (29 April 2010)
The cost-down pressures inherent in all process industries mean that plant operators are consistently required to improve efficiency, at the same time as ensuring repeatable product quality. In pursuit of efficiency, companies are prepared to invest heavily in new plant and equipment.
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Controllers for Zone 2 and Zone 22 applications (04 December 2009)
Burkert’s 8792/8793 SideControl units are versatile, robust and easy- to- use positioners/process controllers designed for flexible mounting onto linear and rotary actuators, and also Burkert process valves. The intelligent positioner is flexible and suitable for a wide range of applications and can be attached directly to an actuator.
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Flow control per ultrasonic (01 September 2009)
With its Type 8081 ultrasonic flow transmitter, Bürkert Fluid Control Systems launches a transmitter for monitoring or controlling aqueous solutions. Thanks to the ultrasonic technology, the 8081 is also ideal for all applications where flow in a highly dynamic range (up to 1:500) needs to be measured with great accuracy (2% oR + 0.01% FS) using sensors with no moving parts. This very high dynamic range significantly restricts the types of suitable flow sensors.
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Development of commercial bio-diesel processor (17 July 2009)
Bürkert Fluid Control Systems and Green Fuels, a leading bio-diesel equipment manufacturer, have developed a distributed skid system for the commercial production of bio-diesel.
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Controlling complex processes in hazardous zones (21 April 2009)
Working with volatile liquids and gases is an everyday occurrence in pharmaceutical and chemical industries, often involving hazardous: i.e. explosive, atmospheres (ATEX rated 1/21).
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Multi-parameter controller for water treatment (10 March 2009)
Bürkert´s multi-parameter controller mxControl 8620 is designed to automate the control of process variables within a water treatment system and reduces controller and instrument costs by as much as half. It integrates all control, monitoring and display features as well as data and event logging functions into one compact, easy to configure controller.
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Wiring reduced to single Profibus cable in ATEX applications (04 March 2009)
Burkert’s Type 8650 AirLINE-EX valve system offers reduced design, installation, validation and operating costs in ATEX applications. The system integrates directly into the Siemens ET200iSP Profibus DPV1 distributed I/O system, combining digital pneumatic output modules with integrated electronic analogue and digital I/O.
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Explosion-proof and economical (20 October 2008)
Working with volatile liquids – as it is in every day business in the pharmaceutical and chemical industry – often implies potentially explosive atmospheres. Previously in such zone 1/21 environments control cabinets which combined electrical and pneumatic devices could not be used. Too high were the risks of corroding electrical parts which could subsequently cause an explosion.
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Power I/O Box provides connection of binary signals to fieldbus in hazardous areas (17 September 2008)
Bürkert’s Power I/O Box type 8643 connects binary signals to Foundation Fieldbus H1 or Profibus PA in process systems. ATEX approved for operation in Zones 1 and 21.
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Valve sets benchmark for size and performance (12 August 2008)
The flipper solenoid valve type 6650 (FSV 6650) is slim, fast, precise, robust, cost saving and easy to clean. With this media-separated valve Bürkert provides a fast-switching valve for reproducible and precise dosing for chemically aggressive fluids, which has never been available this slim before. With its 4.5mm width, the new valve is a significant step towards miniaturisation while even outperforming 10 mm and 16 mm designs.
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