Siemens Combustion Controls SQM5 Z Board Setup

Siemens Combustion Controls SQM5 reversing actuators are used for the positioning of flow control valves, butterfly valves, dampers, or any application requiring rotary motion.

The SQM5  actuators accommodate control input signals of 4 to 20 mA, 0 to 135 Ω, 0 to 10 Vdc, 0 to 20 mA, position proportional and floating control. The available output signals include 4 to 20 mA, 0 to 135 Ω, 0 to 10 Vdc, 0 to 20 mA, and 0 to 1000 Ω. SQM5 actuators are available with up to six internal, easily adjustable switches.

A selection of exchangeable circuit boards provide a variety of functions including auto/manual selector switch, manual forward/reverse toggle switch, zero and span adjustment, parallel or master/slave operation, split range control, input signal override, and selectable electronic linearization.

The SQM5 is engineered for precision. It is particularly well suited for applications requiring a high degree of modulating accuracy and repeatability.
The SQM5 actuator may be mounted in any position. A selection of mounting brackets and shafts provides installation flexibility and allows for the simple replacement of most competitive actuators.

SQM5 actuators are uniquely suited for both industrial and commercial applications. The high level of accuracy permits precise modulating control of industrial process and process heating applications, often significantly enhancing performance and product quality.

The Z board, or multi input option, allows for 4 to 20 mA, 0 to 135 Ω, 0 to 10 Vdc, 0 to 20 mA inputs.

For more information, contact Combustion Technology, LLC. Call them at 800-327-1831 or visit their website at https://combustion-tech.net.

Thermal Gas Mass Flowmeters by Fox Thermal

Fox Thermal continues to lead the market in innovative, reliable, accurate, and full-featured flow meters. The benefits of using thermal mass flowmeters are clear:

• Direct mass flow measurement of air and gases in standard volumetric units (e.g., SCFM or NM3/H) or mass units (e.g., LBS/M or KG/H)
• No additional pressure or temperature compensation required
• Repeatability and exceptionally broad measurement range: up to 1000:1 (100:1 typical)
• Standard linear 4-20mA output proportional to mass flow rate
• Low pressure drop
• No moving parts
• Cost-effective
• Insertion, Inline & remote* styles
• Measures flow rate and temperature

For more information about Fox Thermal flowmeters in the Pacific Northwest, contact Combustion Technology, LLC. Call them at 800-327-1831 or visit their web site at https://combustion-tech.net.

The Air Monitor Power CAMS™ – Combustion Airflow Management System

The Air Monitor Power CAMS™ – Combustion Airflow Management System is designed to fulfill the need for a reliable and accurate means of flow measurement in combustion airflow applications. Combined into a single engineered package are the CAMM™ – Combustion Airflow Management Module containing the microprocessor based instrumentation to measure the airflow and manage the purge cycle, and AUTO-purge to protect against any degradation in performance of the duct mounted measurement device(s) due to the presence of airborne particulate.

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The Siemens Combustion Controls VKG Series Butterfly Valves for Natural Gas, Propane, Butane, or Air

The Siemens Combustion Controls VKG series butterfly valves control the flow of natural gas, propane, butane, or air. The valves are positioned using either a manual kit, crank arm kit, or rotary actuator. VKG threaded butterfly valves are available from sizes 1/2” to 4” NPT with UL approval and sizes 1/2” to 3” Rp with CE approval.

VKG Series Butterfly Valve Features

• Full, medium, or reduced port versions available
• Shaft supported by precision bearings for repeatable performance
• Low leakage rate at full closed position without a beveled disk
• Low pressure loss at the full open position
• Corrosion-resistant for outdoor applications
• Clear position indication on a 2” laser-etched, anodized dial
• 90° clockwise or counterclockwise rotation

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Equipment Used for Large Scale Hemp Drying

INTRODUCTION
Hemp is now benefiting from a resurgence in popularity thanks to high demand for CBD oil, and commercial items including paper, textiles, clothing, biodegradable plastics, paint, insulation, biofuel, food, and animal feed. It's interesting to note that hemp oil is selling for approximately $1000 per liter.  Expectations of the global industrial hemp market is projected to balloon to over $10 billion dollars by 2025.

Legalized as part of the 2018 Farm Bill, the Bill changed hemp from a controlled substance to an agricultural commodity. Hemp cultivation is attractive to farmers who have been impacted by the increases in tariffs on certain crops.  Consumer demand, along with higher profits for farmers, are causing explosive growth.  Hemp can be grown for its seed, fiber, or floral biomass.

Harvesting and drying of hemp is critical for CBD production. The presence of molds and mildews will lower the value of hemp floral biomass, so the harvest needs to be stabilized before mold, mildew, or decomposing can occur. Once hemp is harvested, it should be moved immediately moved to the drying facility to eliminate the moisture content in the harvested hemp.

The full article describes combustion type dryers and temperature control components used for high volume hemp drying. You can find it here.

For more information about this type of equipment, contact Combustion Technology, LLC. Call them at  800-327-1831 or learn more here.