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There are around 4.7 million cases of food-related illnesses reported in Australia each year. Improper food handling, poor sanitation practices, and kitchens that are not built-for-purpose are some of the common factors that contribute to this. Keeping food within safe temperatures is vital to inhibit microorganism growth. However, while food safety practices are enforced in the food sector, human errors happen, and facilities are not always properly equipped. Keeping Heat Consistent Watlow FIRERODs are the first swaged cartridges in the market, which revolutionised the heating element

Many industries require efficient measurement of liquid flow rates, such as water treatment plants, mining sites, and sewage treatment facilities. Since these facilities mostly deal with continuous operations, efficient assessment of water flow is crucial to ensure that pipelines are free from blockages, and that production timelines are met. Flow rate is the quantification of fluid that passes through a point in a pipe. Note that there are various kinds of flow meters used to gauge liquid flow rates. Clean water calls for a transit-time flow meter device, whereas slurries, sludges or water

As we strive towards a more sustainable future, the topic of energy consumption has become a global issue of concern. With consumers facing high energy costs, demand for energy-efficient appliances that offer lower environmental impact is ever increasing. According to IEA, around 40% of electricity is consumed by industry worldwide, with the largest single-energy end use from electric motors used in pumps, compressors, conveyors and handling systems. Variable speed drive technology offers a unique advantage in helping reducing energy consumption without hindering operational performance. The

Not entirely recent technology, Variable Frequency Drives (VFDs) or Variable Speed Drives (VSDs) have been around since the late 1970s and have proven its numerous reliable applications in a myriad of industrial operations over the years, worldwide. In a bid to respond to sustainability and efficient energy use, MEAN WELL has developed its line of VFDs intended for DC brushless motors. What is VFD and its Industrial Applications? VFD is a type of electrical device that controls the speed of a tool or machinery. It works by intercepting electrical input and modifies it using Pulse Width

Determining issues for motors and other rotational forms of machinery can often be identified by monitoring their speed in operation. With proper maintenance, using a tachometer can determine variances in speed over time, leading to an intervention for maintenance ahead of a potential mechanical failure. Tachometers can often be found as a part of maintenance engineers and technicians' tool kits for almost all motors and mechanical systems, such as simple conveyor belt systems, mechanical metal press machines and complex HVAC pumps & fan systems. In this article, we cover the specifics and

There are many applications where uneven loads or misaligned apparatus could result in death or injury. These risks may be mitigated by incorporating SIL 1 related tilt sensors into the design of the system. In this article we give an example of an application, where ADM was able to assist a customer in enhancing the safety of a stacked parking system. Safety Tilt Switch Application Example As Australia's population grows, urban density increases. This means property developers need to employ smart technology solutions to optimise the use of limited space. New homes and apartment buildings are

Monitoring vibrations in your production equipment can be beneficial to identifying potential major faults, allowing service maintenance teams to intervene before major breakdowns can occur, and saving costs on potential replacements and major downtime in production. A useful tool to monitor for irregular vibrations is the Lutron VB-8206SD vibration meter. Lutron VB-8206SD Key Takeaways Detecting irregularities in vibration can be indicative of faults, a cost-effective solution reducing the risks of mechanical failure and extended operational down time. The Lutron VB-8206SD is a lightweight

Convenience and portability are at your electricians’ fingertips with the Lutron DM-9962SD Digital Multi-meter. Lutron DM9962SD Key Takeaways DCV, ACV, DCA & ACA Resistance, Capicitance, Inductance, Frequency, Temperature, Diode & Continuity Beeper. Real-time stamped data logging, Interval 1 - 3600 seconds Light-weight & Portable The DM-9962SD Digital Multi-Meter features measurement capabilities for DCV, ACV, DCA, ACA, resistance, capacitance, inductance, frequency, temperature, diode and continuity beeper. This handy device features superior data capturing capabilities, with a real-time

When upgrading an existing installation of Data Reviewer to V5.1.0 or higher it will become necessary to contact ADM Instrument Engineering to obtain a Eurotherm compatible license, as Data Reviewer will stop working without it.Due to the Watlow® acquisition of Eurotherm it has become necessary to remove dependencies on Schneider-Electric® technologies from all Eurotherm offerings. However, it should be noted that there are no new features in the V5.1.0 release other than the introduction of a new license management tool. Therefore, there is no immediate requirement to upgrade. Unfortunately

Looking for quick and simple methods of testing water for contaminants? A conductivity meter might be the easiest solution to add to your testing toolkit. Water is typically a poor conductor of electricity, however, if added ions are present, the conductivity of water increases greatly. For water samplers, a higher conductivity of water can indicate impurities and contamination can be found within the water. With the benefit of simplicity and portability, a conductivity meter should be the first line of sampling for impurities within water as it can be easily deployed in the field, determining