Fluid Engineering Product Update – for Oil & Gas Midstream Service!

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(courtesy of Fluid Engineering Filtration News, Spring/Summer 2014 Volume 3, Issue 4)

It has been brought to our attention that there is a growing need for inline duplex strainers for the

mid-stream pipeline market, that is being forecasted to be installed across the USA and Canada.

Construction is scheduled to start in 2014 and continue through 2020, at least.

Fluid EngineeringðÌð•s Model 534 and 545 have been very popular for this application.

We always pay attention to the feedback we get from customers and representatives: when we got

feedback that the Model 534 would be easier to pipe if it was inline (particularly on models larger than

four (4ðÌð“) inch), Fluid Engineering added the model 545 inline duplex strainer to its product offering

(2ðÌð“ thru 12ðÌð“ sizes, ANSI 150# ratings and higher pressures on application) to improve liquid flow and save

money in the piping process.

But weðÌð•re not done yet! ItðÌð•s so new we donðÌð•t even have a drawing for it!

The applications for the new Model 547 will be:

1. Meter and Pump protection and 2. Loading and unloading applications.

Preliminary information indicates a need for pipelines sizes of; 4ðÌð“, 6ðÌð“, 8ðÌð“, 10ðÌð“ and 12ðÌð“ and will be in

the 300# ANSI Flange Ratings, therefore the Model 547 will be designed for 500 psig @ 150 degrees

F, all in accordance with ASME Code Section VIII Division 1. This model will be designed using the

Posi-Sealoc IIðåð¬ closure (Same as the model 120 Simplex) and using the new inline pipeline

configuration used on the Model 545 (Patent Pending). The baskets for the new model will all be

designed using a Stainless Steel Encapsulated Magnets to remove any iron particles found in the

liquid stream. Fluid Engineering will have the ability to build larger units and higher ratings as

specified. Contact us for more information!

New ND50 Model and ECO-AXS Released by GEA PHE Systems!

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About the ND50-

Double wall heat exchangers are an excellent solution for ensuring critical medias do not cross leak inside the exchanger. The double wall exchanger adds a physical lead path between the media to remove the potential for mixing. While a similar effect can be achieved by controlling the pressure in individual lines, differential pressure can only control which media leaks into the other. Select an ND series for applications demanding higher levels of safety against cross contamination. Some example applications are potable water systems, engine cooling systems and critical machinery cooling.

GEA Heat Exchangers is proud to release the ND50 series to complement the existing ND100. A large portion of the double wall market is residential potable water systems and small engine lubricant cooling. The ND50 can give you a double wall solution with a lower initial investment cost that is better suited for smaller applications. The ND50 boasts all the benefits of the NT series and gives significant advantages over other technologies.

About the ECO-AXS-

GEA Heat Exchangers recently introduced the new ECO-AXS, easy close frame at the Pack Expo in Chicago, IL. The introduction of this frame now allows GEA to meet the needs of customers who require a quicker and easier method of opening and closing their frames with the ability to move the loose plate at up to 7 inches per minute at the touch of a button.

The ECO-AXS frame is comprised of 4 tie rods that rotate in an ACME follower nut to pull the moveable end plate to the proper position. Three frame types ðÌð Automatic, Internally Powered and Externally Powered are available to meet all levels of required automation.

ECO-AXS ðÌð Your access to convenience, reliability, efficiency and profitability. Contact us for more information.

Zeeco Launches Integrated Flame Scanner ProFlame

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Zeeco announced December 18th that it has unveiled its ProFlame industrial grade flame scanner, an optical safety device that provides reliable flame detection and instant flame status for burner applications. ProFlame scanners are primarily used in power, wastewater treatment and industrial plants, as well as refineries, pulp and paper, steel, or other furnaces that fire oil, gas, biomass, chemicals and other waste products. These scanners are designed to be used on single burner applications, duct burners, and smaller, multiple burner applications (four burner boilers or heaters) that fire gaseous and liquid fuels.

The ProFlame uses state-of-the-art dual signal channel, fully analog design for use in SIL3 applications, and provides easy flame analysis. The LED display illuminates the flame-on and flame-off status, as well as the flame intensity. Easily configurable tuning controls, such as gain and flicker frequency selection, enable fast, reliable scanner commissioning. Adjustable flame relay pull in time, service dipswitch, adjust dipswitch, and raw flame signal measuring pins allow for advanced troubleshooting and signal analysis.

Zeeco’s ProFlameintegrated scanner is designed in three models: ZPF-110 (Zone 1 hazardous), ZPF-120 (Zone 2 hazardous), and ZPF-130 (non-hazardous areas). The ProFlame utility grade scanner is expected to launch after the first of the year.

ProFlame scanners have been successfully tested on a variety of burners at Zeeco’•s Combustion Research and Test Facility, near Tulsa, Okla. For more information please give us a call!

IDEA’•s Campus Energy Conference is less than two weeks away!

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GEA Heat Exchangers will have a table at this Conference. Stop by to say hello to Karl Johnson of Pentad, and meet Shane Bixby of GEA.

Dresser-Rand Steam Turbine Division will also have a display, as well as Miura Boilers and Rentech Boiler Systems.

The Conference runs February 10th ðÌð 13th, 2015 and is being held at the Sheraton Denver Downtown. Visit www.districtenergy.org for conference details.

We have an exhibit hall pass if you are interested in visiting the exhibit hall only. The pass does not include technical sessions or meal functions during the conference. Please call and request that we email this to you.

If you would like to use this pass, please fill it out and submit for pre-approval by February 5th. No passes will be approved at the onsite registration desk.

We look forward to seeing you there!

2015 Energy Efficiency Expo

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In case you haven’t seen this advertised or received an e-mailing from Xcel Energy…

Save the Date for the 2015 Energy Efficiency Expo!

Tuesday, April 14, 2015.

7:00 a.m – 2:00 p.m.

Sports Authority Field at Mile High – Denver, Colorado.

Free for Xcel Energy business customers and trade partners.

Space is limited so register early.

Keynote Speaker – Allan Schurr,

Vice President, Strategy and Development, IBM Global Energy and Utilities Industry.

Breakout Sessions:

ðåð´ How to Get Started with Audits: Identifying energy saving opportunities.

ðåð´ Upstream, Midstream: What Instant Rebate programs mean for you.

ðåð´ How to Sell Efficiency: Now that you’ve identified your savings.

ðåð´ Digging Deeper & Knowing More: How new program offerings help take the guesswork out of energy decision making.

ðåð´ Customer Panel: Energy efficiency experience from start to finish.

ðåð´ Benchmarking with ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager.

Also included:

ðåð´ Breakfast, lunch and free parking.

ðåð´ Customer awards.

ðåð´ Drawings for exciting prizes.

ðåð´ Tour of the Sports Authority Field facility operations.

Pentad will be there and we hope you will be too!

Register at http://xcelenergymyrsvp.com/COExpo2015

Minimizing Boiler Short Cycling: Lessons from WARE

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Ware’s recent newsletter gives their readers a tip to save thousands of dollars!

A boiler cycle includes a firing interval, a post-purge, an idle period, a pre-purge and a return to firing. Boiler short cycling takes place when an oversized boiler quickly fulfills process or space heating demands and then shuts down until heat is required again.

Boiler efficiency can be calculated over the cycle duration by taking the useful heat provided by the boiler and dividing it by the useful heat plus losses. Boiler efficiency is reduced when short cycling occurs or when several boilers are operating at low firing rates.

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Boilers can be too large for the required processes for several reasons. It could be that process heating demands fluctuate over time or additional capacity was added to restart a facility quickly after being closed overnight. Boilers may have been installed based on plans for additions and expansions to a facility that never happened. In addition, concessions may not have been made for heat contributions from other sources such as lights and equipment.

If a facility has installed energy conservation or is employing heat recovery methods, the heat demand can be reduced and therefore a facility could have multiple boilers operating at several times the maximum expected capacity.

Suggestions:

Determine the efficiency and operating cost of each boiler

Adopt a control strategy for maximizing boiler operations

Avoid short cycling by purchasing a burner with a high turndown ratio or by adding a small boiler to the boilerhouse to provide better flexibility and high efficiency at all loads

Call us or send an email to receive your own copy of the newsletter!

Quick Ship Program! More Good News from Webster Combustion

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SALES RELEASE FROM WEBSTER COMBUSTION

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – 11/6/2014

JB Quick Ship Program-

We know that lead time for equipment is always a factor, but it is especially important now as

the weather turns cold and customers need heat. For this reason Webster has increased

inventory levels and prepared to ship equipment to you faster than our competition. So today

we are announcing a new JB Quick Ship Program that will be in effect from now until January

31st of 2105.

Here are the details-

Order any typical JB gas or gas/oil burner and request the JB Quick Ship program.

Webster will ship your order in ten (10) business days.

Additional cost ? $0. There is no additional charge for this service!

Program dates – November 6, 2014 through January 31, 2015

Please let us know if you have any questions regarding this program. We are excited to provide

this service and look forward to a great heating season serving the needs of our customers!

Contact Pentad Associates for further information

Webster Combustion Annouces 2015 Combustion College Training Schedule

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Webster Combustion has announced that dates have been set for their 2015 Combustion College. The JB or beginner class is on April 13th, 14th and 1/2 day on the 15th. Webster will cover combustion, burner set-up, linkage controls and troubleshooting control panels.

The HD or advanced school is on April 16th, 17th and 1/2 day on the 18th. Webster will cover low NOx applications, linkageless controls, high turndown and larger burners. Webster expects attendees to have already had some start-up experience before attending this advanced class. Both schools are a combination of class room and lab work.

Classes will be offered with Autoflame, Siemens, Honeywell, and Fireye. These classes will be held on April the 17th. The classes will be two hours in the morning, 1 hr in the afternoon. For HD applicants, please designate on your application morning and afternoon choices for these classes.

The cost of each training class is $1100 for a single room, and $1000 (each) for a double room. This will include the 2-1/2 days of Service School, hotel, and all meals. Webster will provide transportation to and from the Wichita Airport to the hotel and factory.

The week following Webster Service School, Siemens will conduct a service school there. Date and times are all day April 20th and 1/2 day the 21st. This training is being offered to Start-up and Operations people and is being instructed by the Siemens Service Group.

For people enrolled in Webster Service School the Siemens class is free with the exception of your hotel and meals.

For Non-Webster School Enrollees the price is $150 for the complete class plus hotel and meals.

Webster will provide transportation to and from the Wichita Airport.

Contact us, or visit the Webster Combustion website for more information and a registration form.