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Radleys
Asahi/America
Parker Hannifin
Flexible convoluted hoses
that do not kink or collapse
This flexible convoluted tubing
(photo) is made of fluorinated ethylene
propylene (FEP). Available with
diameters ranging from 0.153 to 4 in.,
some sizes can be continuously extruded
in lengths up to 1,000 ft. The
tube's convolutions give flexibility, allowing
tubes to turn sharp corners and
be routed through tight areas without
kinking or collapsing, while still retaining
the ability to self-drain. Spring
wire can be added if additional crush
resistance is needed. FEP convoluted
tubes can operate at temperatures up
to 400°F (205°C) and can be customized
to fit specific application requirements,
including pitch configurations
and product tolerances. - Parker
Hannifin Corp., Cleveland, Ohio
www.parker.com
This tool removes oxidation from
plastic pipes prior to welding
The new PREP (peel, remove, edge
and plane) tool (photo) prepares thermoplastic
pipes for socket welding
by removing oxidation. Being able to
remove naturally occurring oxidation
from pipe made from thermoplastic
materials, such as polypropylene and
Seepex
polyethylene, decreases installation
and maintenance time. Using this
tool, the outside layer of the pipe is
removed, the edge of the pipe is beveled
to ensure easy insertion into the
socket fitting, and the face of the pipe
is planed to straighten uneven cuts.
Available in six sizes ranging from
½- to 2-in., the PREP tools are available
individually or in kit format, with
manual handles and spare blades also
available. - Asahi/America, Inc.,
Malden, Mass.
www.asahi-america.com
Metering pumps that are safe for
water-treatment processes
These metering pumps (photo) have
been certified to meet the NSF 61
standard for use in treating water
and wastewater, as well as drinking
water processes. The pumps are certified
as safe for use in applications
involving sodium hypochlorite, ferric
chloride, sodium bisulfate, potassium
permanganate, sodium silicofluoride,
calcium fluoride, and most other
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chemicals commonly used in water
and wastewater flocculation, clarification,
sterilization and buffering. This
certification requires leaching and
toxicity texts for pump components, as
well as traceability for all pump components
back to the mill, foundry or
chemical plant that produced the materials
of construction. - Seepex Inc.,
Enon, Ohio
www.seepex.com
This pilot-scale reaction system
saves space and setup time
The new Reactor-Ready pilot (photo)
is a universal, pilot-scale jacketed reaction
system designed for use with a
range of vessels (from 5-20 L) in process
development, scaleup and pilotplant
laboratory applications. This reactor
workstation can replace multiple
frameworks, saving fume-hood space
and eliminating the need for multiple
setups. The pilot assembly features
quick-release couplings for clamps and
hoses, which allow rapid vessel changeover,
without the need for extra tools.
Note: For more information, circle the 3-digit number
on p. 60, or use the website designation.
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