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There are many steps involved in properly treating wastewater so that it will meet regulatory requirements and can be safely reused or discharged. Disinfection is critical to ...
March 16, 2026
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In this one-hour expert panel discussion, leading bulk solids specialists share practical strategies for diagnosing and solving common material flow problems in bins, hoppers,...
March 24, 2026
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Chemical Metering Pumps are often exposed to harsh environments, such as extreme heat, UV light, cold, rain, wind, dirt and sand; then viscous or corrosive chemicals are added...
March 5, 2026
Courtesy of Ross Mixers
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This white paper discusses both traditional and new specialty mixing technologies available to food manufacturers today.
March 5, 2026
Brent Halldorson, Produced Water Expert, United States, LiqTech explains how recycling has shifted from a sustainability premium to a cost advantage.
Brent Halldorson, Produced Water Expert, United States, for LiqTech explains how recycling has shifted from a sustainability premium to a cost advantage.
Feb. 10, 2026
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The company's vice president of engineering talks with managing editor Daniel Gaddy about how they helped a paper and packaging company realize millions of dollars in improvements...
June 17, 2025
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Opticom Tech’s CC06 is an example of a durable stainless steel camera used in processing facilities.
From camera selection and environmental considerations to scalable video software and vendor access control, processing plants are rethinking how remote visibility supports quality...
March 17, 2026
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Processing plants should prioritize optimizing CIP as an investment in regulatory compliance, production efficiency and overall product quality.
March 16, 2026
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Electrical systems can no longer be treated as passive assets. They are active contributors to uptime, safety and operational risk.
March 11, 2026
Courtesy of Emerson
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Fully operational training environments that replicate real production facilities deliver the combined advantages of classroom-based theory and hands-on experience — without the...
March 10, 2026
Courtesy of Airdusco EDS
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A properly designed centralized vacuum cleaning system should provide years of reliable and effective service, but many systems are poorly designed for the application, leading...
March 12, 2026
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Whether new or used equipment makes the most sense for a particular process depends on more than just the initial cost.
Feb. 18, 2026
Courtesy of RoboVent
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Effective dust capture, containment, and filtration are critical for controlling dust in bulk solids mixing and blending processes.
Feb. 11, 2026
Courtesy of FEECO International
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Drying temperature and residence time must be carefully balanced to achieve consistent product quality, and adjustments should only be done with careful consideration and expert...
Feb. 4, 2026
Courtesy of Teadit
A TEADIT TF1570 gasket used for sealing in pulp and paper continuous digesters.
When sealing critical equipment such as digesters, selecting rPTFE gaskets will provide the most versatile and reliable solution.
Feb. 23, 2026
Operation Longevity in Harsh Environments: A Strategic Approach to Bearings and Seals
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This In Processing segment, an audio version of an article from Chris Adamczyk of Regal Rexnord offers guidance on material selection, sealing systems and lubrication strategy...
Feb. 16, 2026
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Identifying seven common causes of water pump failures and how to address them proactively.
Feb. 10, 2026
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ABB’s Medium Voltage Drive Portfolio.
MV drives may not grab headlines, but their impact is undeniable. They are quietly transforming how industries consume energy, offering a pathway to reduce emissions, costs and...
Feb. 5, 2026
Courtesy of Valmet
Operators increasingly expect batch control software that offers broad adaptability and works seamlessly within the Distributed Control System (DCS) responsible for coordinating and automating plant activities.
Modern batch processing relies on flexible ISA-88–based software that streamlines recipe creation, coordinates tasks across multiple units, reduces the need for complex programming...
March 24, 2026
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Ear on Processing
In this In Processing segment, Claire Fallon, the CEO and executive director of the International Society of Automation, explains what the popular automation solutions from 2025...
March 23, 2026
Courtesy of MoistTech
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Real time moisture measurement can help manufacturers reduce energy consumption, improve yield, and ensure product consistency.
March 19, 2026
Courtesy of Titan Enterprises
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Six practical steps to minimize the engineering challenges associated with integrating sensor technology into existing systems.
March 18, 2026
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Selecting the right valve requires knowing your options and their capabilities.
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Finding the right valve for your application means knowing how you need the valve to perform in your system.
Nov. 3, 2025
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A custom solenoid valve with integrated manifold for beverage production use.
In the beverage industry, where product consistency, uptime and regulatory compliance are essential, even minor improvements in valve design can have significant downstream benefits...
June 24, 2025
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Figure 1: Emerson-trained technicians confirm the correct installation of control valves.
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Leveraging expert knowledge and temporary startup trims can eliminate expensive valve damage and costly delays.
April 29, 2025
Courtesy of Emerson
Figure 5: For slurries, a Fisher V500 Eccentric Plug Valve with high hardness trim can be a good choice (left). Corrosive liquid flow can be tightly controlled using rising stem valves, like the Fisher GX (middle) or E-Series (right), each with carefully chosen materials of construction.
The global demand for lithium mining, battery production, and recycling is soaring, and these processes make difficult demands on control valves.
Nov. 12, 2024
Courtesy of Rice University WaTER Institute
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Desalination research partnership aims to speed commercialization of next-generation water technologies for industrial and municipal applications.
March 24, 2026
Courtesy of Aquacycl
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How a protein shake producer treated high-strength wastewater onsite to cut costs, reduce risk and support long-term growth.
March 23, 2026
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DuPont's FilmTec Fortilife XC160UHP, a cutting-edge reverse osmosis element, received the 2026 WateReuse Award for its role in advancing wastewater treatment and enabling minimal...
March 11, 2026
Courtesy of WaterSurplus
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Adaptable systems can be configured to operate as either a 600 gpm single-pass RO system or a 300 gpm double-pass RO system, depending on the project's requirements.
March 10, 2026
Courtesy of Automated Flexible Conveyor
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Vertical bulk conveying systems improve plant layouts by enabling compact, space-saving material transfer.
March 25, 2026
Courtesy of ABB
Symphony Plus delivers stronger communications performance and strengthens data integration across distributed operations.
Latest version of Symphony Plus distributed control system (DCS) release is built to help industries accelerate modernization without disruption.
March 23, 2026
Courtesy of Tri-Mer
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Bag filters are suitable for high-volume, heavy-duty industrial dust collection.
March 18, 2026
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Perfect Batch applies dynamic process learning to improve quality, yield, and cycle time across batch production.
March 18, 2026