New portable rupture disk installation aid
This new portable rupture disk installation aidTest-Telworks with rupture detector Flo-Tel+ to help ensure proper disk installation.
Test-Tel is a low-cost portable tool that helps improve the rupture disk installation process by eliminating the risk of poorly fitted disks or incorrectly wired detection systems. Test-Tel is simple to use, and the maker says the tool guarantees a correct installation the first time. For maintenance managers, the unit helps ensure accurate rupture control and continuous function of the devices by allowing foolproof, noninvasive checking of alarms. It performs a range of rupture disk status tests, confirming the operation of the Flo-Tel+’s detection capabilities and the Test-Tel’s battery strength.
Source: Elfab Ltd., Alder Rd., North Shields, Tyne and Wear, NE29 8SD, England
Upgraded unit offers higher separation efficiency
The upgraded Voraxial separator generates approximately 300% more g force than its predecessor. The company says the upgrade translates into higher separation efficiency and increases the flow rate through the Voraxial while decreasing energy and maintenance requirements.
The firm says its unit is a cost effective method to efficiently separate large volumes of solids and liquids for exploration-production and refinery operations. Without needing a pressure drop, the Voraxial provides for separation while decreasing the amount of space, energy, and weight to conduct the separationall of which are advantages on an offshore platform.
The separator has the ability to produce a real-time, high g centrifugal force to yield a high-purity product or products at a volume of 3 gpm to more than 10,000 gpm. Its technology is scalable and universal in implementation.
Source: Enviro Voraxial Technology Inc., 821 NW 57th Pl., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309.
Amphibious dredge recovers subsurface oil
The new submersible amphibious Sub-Dredge is designed for subsurface oil recovery. It features a patented 6-in. EDDY pump that incorporates a hydrodynamically built volute along with a precision engineered geometric rotor. The design enables the unit to pump solids at a rate of 300-350 cu yd/hr while maintaining percent solids as high as 60-80% in situ.
Source: Tornado Motion Technologies LLC, 15405 Olde Hwy. 80, El Cajon, CA 92021.