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The Impact of Mercury Contamination on Hydrocarbon Processing

For a very long time, coal fired plants have been aware of the effect of mercury on operations, but until now gas and oil production, processing and transport operations have been unaware of the contamination of mercury in process streams

From SilcoTek 3 May 2016

5 Misconceptions That Contribute to Sulfur Sample Problems

A number of potential sources can cause chronic flare and stack sampling issues. These issues in petrochemical and refining operations (Figure 1) are caused by poorly or inaccurate specified sampling equipment, restricted funds, or lack of maintenance.

From SilcoTek 3 May 2016

Waterjet Cutting Automotive Components for Formula SAE Race Car

Waterjet manufacturer Jet Edge based in St. Michael, Minnesota, has been asked to help the University of Minnesota’s Gopher Motorsports team to cut components for its Formula SAE race car.

From Jet Edge Waterjet Systems 28 Apr 2016

Waterjet Cut Rubber Components for Sandals

Minnesota inventor Jeffrey Wagener has received the help of waterjet systems manufacturer Jet Edge, Inc. in the development of his innovative Sand Traxx changeable imprint sandals featuring waterjet cut rubber components.

From Jet Edge Waterjet Systems 28 Apr 2016

A Stepwise Approach to Complying with US EPA Method 325 for Monitoring Volatile Organic Compounds at Refinery Perimeters

Refineries need to conform to the newly updated US federal regulation CFR 40. To facilitate this process, US EPA Method 325 has been developed that stipulates tracking of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) at refinery perimeters.

From Markes International Limited 29 Apr 2016

Comparison of Hops’ Aroma Profiles Using TD–GC–TOF MS with Select-eV Variable-Energy Electron Ionization Technology

Many types of organic ingredients are found in beer, with concentrations ranging many orders of magnitude. A variety of plants contain essential oils that include aroma-active hydrocarbons such as sesquiterpenes (C15) and monoterpenes (C10).

From Markes International Limited 29 Apr 2016

Expanding Analyte Volatility Range Compatibility for Material Emissions Testing and Indoor Air Quality Monitoring with Multi-Bed Sorbent Tubes

Choosing sorbents for thermal desorption (TD) sampling tubes and focusing traps takes into consideration several factors such as the strength of the sorbent–sorbate interaction, hydrophobicity, artefacts, mechanical strength, and inertness.

From Markes International Limited 29 Apr 2016

The Role of Sulfur Sampling Systems in Achieving Tier 3 Gasoline Standards

Even though Sub Part Ja compliance projects, refiners will have a new objective to meet, as deadlines for implementation of Tier 3 gasoline standards are rapidly approaching.

From SilcoTek 27 Apr 2016