New Products

Bioplex Technologies has announced the availability of the Porifera Robotic Environmental Monitoring Sentry for municipal and industrial water monitoring applications. Ideal for sampling areas/processes of concern over extended periods for chemicals, biologicals (microbes, larvae) and particles, the robotic sentinel sampler uses solid phase extraction media and can work 24/7 capturing, preparing and archiving samples for analysis back in the lab. The sampling system can be placed in-line to monitor process streams. When packaged in its environmental housing, it can sample from any water body for temporal and spatial mapping of chemical and biological contaminants.

Bioplex Technologies Inc., St Petersburg, FL, 727-289-7269, www.bioplextechnologies.com

Penn Stainless Products, through its new Specialty Pipe and Tube Division, now offers nonstandard welded tubular items in Stainless, Duplex, Nickel, 6-Moly and Chrome Moly materials, in both light gauge and heavy wall thicknesses. Welded pipe and tube products are available in a variety of grades and ASTM specifications. Made-to-order OD sizes range from 1/8" through 96" diameter, while stock sizes range from 1/8" through 24" diameter. Available in lengths up to 42', the company's stainless pipe and tube can be specified with wall thicknesses from .008" through 3" thick. Square and rectangular sections through 24" can be manufactured. Penn Stainless Products Inc., Quakertown, PA, 800-222-6144, www.pipeandtubes.com

Infiltrator Systems has introduced two new septic tank sizes as part of the company's TW-Series Septic Tank Line. The new 300-gallon and 500-gallon tanks continue to feature consistent triple-wall thickness, long-term watertight performance, and a reinforced access port. The bright orange tanks are manufactured with a proprietary rotomolding process. The technology allows for precise, rotational molding that ensures consistent wall thickness resulting in superior strength. The tanks are available in sizes ranging from 300 gallons up to 1500 gallons. Their low profile make these tanks ideal for installations where a high water table or other site restrictions exist. Infiltrator Systems, Old Saybrook, CT, 800-221-4436, www.infiltratorsystems.com

New PVC filter monitors from Orange Research measure differential pressure to check the health of filter media in filtration equipment for water and corrosive liquids. The lower cost, smaller size monitors can save hundreds of dollars over the life of a system by indicating the optimum time to clean or replace filters. Savings can be even greater when major components are at risk. The single dial simplifies training, installation and maintenance while reducing operator errors. The filter monitors are available with 1" or 2.5" diameter plastic dial cases. Switches are standard options to alert users of alarm conditions. Orange Research, Milford, CT, 800-989-5657, www.orangeresearch.com

Biofuels producers who need to comply with the Clean Water Act can use InfraCal TOG/TPH Analyzers to monitor their oil and grease discharge levels. The analyzers provide on-site measurements in 10-15 minutes, eliminating the need to wait for off-site lab results. Measurement data obtained with the Model HATR-T2 will correlate to EPA Method 1664 and with the Model CVH to ASTM Method D 7066-04 and EPA Methods 413.2 and 418.1. Wilks Enterprise Inc., E. Norwalk, CT, 203-855-9136, www.wilksir.com

Hoffer Flow Controls has introduced its Nor-Mag Series of electromagnetic flow meters. This new line of AC/DC powered meters offers high measurement accuracy for electrically conductive liquids in industrial applications. The Nor-Mag Series is best suited for measuring flow rates in water, heat and supply systems, as well as various food-processing and chemical applications. System accuracy reaching +/-0.2% is attainable. Both flanged and wafer versions are available. Hoffer Flow Controls, Elizabeth City, NC, 252-331-1997, www.hofferflow.com

The new Spectroline® OPK-340 Industrial Leak Detection Kit has everything a technician needs to pinpoint the source of all fluid leaks in hydraulic equipment, compressors, engines, gearboxes, fuel and water-based systems. The heart of the kit is the cordless, rechargeable, Optimax™ 3000 blue light LED leak detection flashlight. Powered by a rechargeable NiMH battery, the unit has an LED life of 50,000 hours. Spectroline, Westbury, NY, 800-274-8888, www.spectroline.com

Continental Disc has launched the new HPX™ and HPX Sanitary rupture discs. The discs are scored, reverse acting rupture discs that can be pressurized from full vacuum up to 90% or 95% of the rated (marked) burst pressure under normal operating conditions. The discs are differential pressure relief devices that provide an instantaneous full-open, non-reclosing design for protecting equipment, vessels, systems and people from overpressure conditions. Both rupture discs are versatile and offered in a wide range of burst pressures, materials and sizes. Continental Disc Corp., Liberty, MO, 816-792-1500, www.contdisc.com

Modbus communication

Mid-West Instrument has introduced the series 6000 family of Low Range Differential Pressure Gauges. DP ranges are available from 0-0.25" H2O to 0-20 PSID. Bi-Directional Models are available in 0.25-0-0.25" H2O to 15-0-15" H2O. SWP is (-20"Hg) to 15 PSIG with a 35 PSIG rating for 0-10, 0-15 and 0-20 PSID Ranges. Temperature limits are -20º to 140 ºF. Accuracy ranges from ± 2-4% depending on the DP Range. Materials of construction are aluminum housing, acrylic lens and silicone diaphragm.Mid-West Instrument, Sterling Heights, MI, Tel: 586-254-6500, www.midwestinstrument.com

Plast-O-Matic has developed a new electrically actuated polypro ball valve that will automatically accept virtually any input power signal. Designed for pure water and chemical applications, the polypro valves are molded with non-pigmented, plasticizer-free homopolymer resin and are assembled "dry" to eliminate contamination. Available in 3/8" - 2" sizes, these valves meet FDA and NSF requirements. The new Series EBVA electrical actuator is available assembled to the valve and is also sold separately for future field installation. Standard voltage is 85 through 240 AC or DC; an optional version is offered for 12 to 24 volt AC or DC operation. Plast-O-Matic Valves Inc., Cedar Grove, NJ, 973-256-3000, www.plastomatic.com

The new SEL-700G from Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories provides a complete generator protection and synchronizing solution for synchronous generators. It includes IEEE C37.118 synchrophasors for load modeling, islanding detection, disturbance recording, improved situational awareness, and real-time control. Numerous communications options are available including Ethernet, IEC 61850, DNP3, and Modbus®. Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories Inc., Pullman, WA, 509-332-1890, www.selinc.com

Biocide

BWA Water Additives has released Bellacide 350 Anti-Microbial, a new multifunctional and surface active biocide which is based on TTPC. This biocide is broad spectrum in activity and successful against aerobic bacteria n, including Legionella npneumophila, aerobic bacteris, algae and fungi at very low dosages. It displays high surface activity while being low foaming, thus making it suitable for use in the cleaning of heavily fouled systems with special emphasis on microbiological slime removal. BWA Water Additives, 201-394-2476, www.wateradditives.com

Endress+Hauser offers a line of water sampling systems for monitoring influent and effluent at water/wastewater treatment plants and surface water sampling. The sampling line includes the Liquistation CSF48 stationary unit and the Liquiport CSP44 portable unit. The units accept "hot plug and play" inputs from up to two Memosens digital sensors to measure parameters such as nitrates, conductivity, oxygen, pH, ORP, turbidity or suspended solids. The same unit can be used to simultaneously measure multiple parameters just by changing sensor types. Endress+Hauser Inc., 317-535-1329, www.us.endress.com

Asahi/America has expanded its line of butterfly valves to include the Type 57LIS, which provides for direct replacement of metallic butterfly valves and conforms to ISO-5752 short face-to-face dimensions. The valve does not require any modification to the existing piping system. The face-to-face dimensions of the valve are the same as those of the metal valves that it replaces. The Type 57LIS is available in 3" to 8" as a lever-style or with Asahi's Plasgear™ gear-operator, which has an all-plastic housing design. Standard models are supplied as wafer-style for installation between two flanges or factory equipped with 316 stainless steel lugs for end-of-line applications. Asahi/America Inc., Malden, MA, 781-321-5409, www.asahi-america.com

The Moyno® 2000 CC pump is designed for municipal and industrial applications where close-coupled configurations are preferred, but the robustness of a gear joint drive is needed. The pumps feature a sealed gear-type universal joint drive train and optimized rotor/stator pumping element geometry. They are designed to efficiently transfer abrasive, high-solids content materials. Using proprietary Ultra-Drive® gear-joint technology, the pumps handle radial and thrust loads for maximum performance. Ultra-Pro® rotor/stator pumping elements are engineered to require less energy consumption and reduce the potential for plugging and costly down time. Moyno Inc., Springfield, OH, 877-486-6966, www.moyno.com