In the Spotlight: MODEL 545 DUPLEX STRAINER

Fluid Engineering has added a new design to its product

line. The Model 545 is an in-line duplex liquid

strainer (patent pending) to improve the liquid flow

and save cost in the piping process.

Both sides of the duplex are designed for 100%

process flow and new geometry offers a lower

differential pressure, measured from the inlet flange

to outlet flange. This allows operators to transfer the

flow to the other side of the unit to clean the filter

basket when high differential pressure is observed.

The 545 is also available in an automated design: One side is in process and when the differential

pressure reaches a set point, it sends a signal to the control panel which in turn signals the clean side

valves to open. Once the clean side is open the dirty side valves close and a drain valve opens. At

this point the control panel will send a signal to the main control system alerting the operator that

maintenance is needed to clean the filter basket. If there is no main control panel, the operating

panel can be fitted with either a flashing light or siren. Once maintenance has been performed on

the basket and the closure tightened, a push button on the panel resets all of the functions and the

panel is set for the next high differential pressure.

**All credit goes to Fluid Engineering. Pentad Associates takes no credit for the above information.

From Ted J. Wrona, President of Webster Engineering

April 14, 2013

To whom it may concern:

Ref: Webster Brand Products

It has come to our attention that the market may be confusing burners manufactured by Webster Engineering & Manufacturing Company LLC., located in Winfield, Kansas, and market components such as oil pumps, backflow regulators and ignition transformers that are manufactured by other companies under a ðÌð’WebsterðÌð“ brand. Shown below are several such items.

ðÌð’WebsterðÌð“ Oil Pump ðÌð’WebsterðÌð“ Relief Valve ðÌð’WebsterðÌð“ Ignition Transformer

The first two items are sold under a ðÌð’WebsterðÌð“ brand by Webster Fuel Pumps & Valves, 219 Hahn Road, Frankfort, Ky. 40601, a division of Capital City Tool, Inc. The third item is manufactured and sold by Webster Electric Company, Racine, Wisconsin.

There is no ownership connection or marketing agreements between Webster Engineering & Manufacturing (the burner company) and either Webster Fuel Pumps & Valves or Webster Electric Company.

Webster Eng. & Mfg. builds burners to the specifications of their customers which may or may not include the items shown above. Please be assured that if Webster Eng. & Mfg. uses such a component on a burner you have purchased, Webster Engineering will back up the components quality and operation to the full extent of our warranty.

If you have questions or any issues with Webster Engineering burners or any of the components that Webster uses, please feel free to contact Webster or its authorized representative.

Sincerely,

Webster Engineering & Manufacturing Co. LLC

T. J. Wrona

President

Quick Ship: Heat Exchangers in 5 Days!

Now GEA PHE Systems offers a QUICK SHIP PROGRAM on all standard small & medium size plate and frame heat exchanger models. Turn standard liquid to liquid applications into a quick and fast commission earner.

Shipment within 5 DAYS on:

ðÌðÁ All NT50, NT100 and NT150 models (2ðÌð“-6ðÌð“ ports)

ðÌðÁ With pressure rating up to 150 psi

ðÌðÁ 304 and 316 stainless steel plates

ðÌðÁ 0.4mm to 0.6mm thickness

ðÌðÁ Standard NBR and EPDM gaskets

ðÌðÁ Unlined studded ports for 4ðÌð“ and 6ðÌð“ connections

ðÌðÁ Threaded ports for 2ðÌð“ connections

ðÌðÁ 3D Revit.sat models available

Please contact Pentad Associates for more deatails.

**All credit goes toward GEA. Pentad Associates owns none of the above information.

Visit us today through Friday afternoon at the DUG Bakken Conference

Zeeco, Inc. is exhibiting this week at the DUG Bakken and Niobrara Conference & Exhibition

Unconventional Oil: On the Rise Again!

DUG Bakken and Niobrara (formerly DUO Reservoirs) focuses on the world-class Bakken, the emerging Niobrara and oil- and liquids-rich resource plays throughout the Rocky Mountain region. The latest geological thinking, high-potential targets in the Denver-Julesburg, Uinta, Piceance, Powder River and Green River basins, best practices for drilling and completions, and midstream challenges are examined.

Success in Biodiesel Service!

GEA Heat Exchangers has been experiencing good success with both the GEABloc(welded) and Gasketed Heat Exchanger in biodiesel applications. GEA can help with: Methanol condensers, Methanol heaters, Cooling of methanol-glycerin mix, Biodiesel heating, and Biodiesel heat recovery.

For information on the Biodiesel plant coming to Boulder, Colorado; check out the link below!

http://www.biodieselmagazine.com/articles/9119/midsized-biodiesel-plant-project-announced-for-boulder-colo

Carl’s Corner – Out of Fluid Engineering Newsletter

SHALE GAS

At this writing, there are 137 shale formations located in 41

countries throughout the world. These shale formations repre- sent 10% of the worlds crude oil and 32% of the worlds natural gas supply. Global supplies of shale oil and gas are globally abundant. Various projections are that the next discovery of shale formation will be in the Middle East and Caspian regions.

More than half of the identified shale oil reserves are located outside of the United States and are currently located in four countries —Russia, China, Argentina and Libya. With more than half of the non United States shale Gas reserves are con- centrated in five countries—China, Argentina, Algeria, Canada and Mexico. Currently the United States is ranked second after Russia for Shale Oil and forth after Algeria for Shale Gas. These numbers are based on 2013 Estimates and may change with-in the next year or two.

Based on recent estimates the United States has technically re- coverable resources of 345 billion barrels of the world shale oil reserves and 7,299 trillion cubic feet of the worlds shale gas re- serves. Currently only the United States and Canada are pro- ducing shale oil and shale gas in commercial quantities.

Carl

Miura Upgrades Duke University Steam Plant to Meet Silver LEED Rating

Miura Boilers Inc., was selected by Duke University to replace older coal fired boilers with new high efficiency natural gas boilers. The new system will provide 35% more steam to their system capabilities. The historic steam plant building will supply the equivalent of enough steam each hour to heat 2,500 houses. This project is a major part of Duke’s plan to become a carbon-neutral campus and serves as a model of efficiency for other universities. Click on the link below to watch the short video.

Xcel Energy Offering Boiler Efficiency Rebates

Xcel Energy has significantly increased rebate dollars and added rebates for Commercial heating equipment not previously covered. So now’s the time to take advantage of long-term energy savings when reviewing your heating equipment options in 2011.

Boiler Efficiency Rebates are now up to 5 times higher!

Commercial Rebates have increased from $2,500 up to $14,000 per million BTUH for qualifying boiler upgrades. If your system’s more than 10–15 years old or is in line for replacement, be sure to choose a more efficient money-saving option.ðÌðŠ Only boilers used for space and/or domestic water heating qualify for prescriptive equipment rebates. Other boilers can qualify for custom rebates, which require preapproval.

New Commercial Rebates

  • Hot Water Heaters — rebates are now available for both tank-less hot water heaters and units with storage.
  • Pipe Insulation — un-insulated boiler-system pipes waste energy, even on the return side! Our new easy pipe insulation rebates are generous and help make insulating those pipes with missing or damaged insulation very cost-effective.

Thinking about a heating system upgrade in 2011?

Consider this:

  • A planned replacement will allow for more careful analysis of your equipment options, rebate opportunities, energy costs, lifetime savings and payback
  • Off-season replacement offers minimal downtime and often saves on equipment and installation.
  • New equipment is less likely to break down when you need it most.
  • Replacing equipment now instead of waiting until it breaks down can prevent wasted
  • energy dollars.

To learn if you qualify for these new rebates that can save you money on equipment purchases and on your energy Bill contact our Business Solutions Center at 1-800-481-4700, or visit XcelEnergy.com/rebates.

ðÌðŠ

Fuel Savings with Temp-A-Trim System

Temp-A-Trim System® is so Effective in Fuel Savings, Local Public Service Thinks There’s A Gas Leak!

Try to imagine having problems like these. One day the local gas and utility company sends a hoard of technicians to your company in a panic. The problem? You’re fuel use has dropped so dramatically they actually believe there’s a gas leak! This is the “problem” one Iowa High School faced recently after upgrading their operations with Webster Engineering and Manufacturiong Company, Inc. burners fitted with a Temp-A-Trim® system.

In 2009 a large high school in Des Moines, Iowa wanted to improve the energy efficiency of their existing boiler-burner heating system. The original system utilized two 500 BHP Burnham low pressure steam boilers with Gordon Piatt burners, but was oversized for the current requirements. This caused the burners to continuously cycle off and on, even on the coldest days, wasting fuel.

The burners were also installed right in front of the fresh air louvers of the mechanical room which resulted in significant combustion air temperature swings which also adversely affected burner performance. A Webster representative suggested the installation of a high turndown burner with a Temp-A-Trim® system. A log tag was also attached to the current burners to monitor air combustion performance for about 6 months.

After analyzing the data they discovered the burners were experiencing a 55F combustion temperature swing. Using this data they calculated a burner retrofit payback using a Webster Payback program based on installing a new 350 BHP Webster 12:1 turndown burner with the Temp-A-Trim® system. The payback was estimated to be $7,600.00 a year. Using this calculation the high school applied for an Energy rebate from the local gas and electric provider and was awarded a $14,500 energy rebate. The customer couldn’t be happier to have “problems” like these!