Click here to enlarge imageSmith & Loveless has published Understanding Important Characteristics of Vortex Grit Removal Systems, a technical article featuring the PISTA® Grit Removal System and important grit removal system considerations. Grit removal has become an important stage in the wastewater treatment process for protecting down stream equipment and operating efficiency. The article discusses how grit chamber installations are using more vortex grit chamber features, including flat bottom chambers, top mounted grit pumps (non-airlifts), and 360 degree rotations.
Smith & Loveless Inc.
Lenexa, KS
Tel: 913-888-5201
Web: www.smithandloveless.com
Spectroscopy catalogs
Two catalogs featuring AA, ICP, ICP-MS, FT-IR, FT-NIR, and Raman spectroscopy accessories and consumables from Thermo Electron Corp. are now available. The catalogs provide search and ordering capability for a range of products designed to heighten the performance of a spectrometer. A product index allows the user to find items of interest, while a glossary offers in-depth information on relevant techniques. Among products offered are supplies and consumables for AA, ICP, and ICP-MS instruments, as well as Spectra-Tech sampling accessories for use with Nicolet FT-IR, FT-NIR, and Raman spectrometers.
Thermo Electron Corp.
Madison, WI
Tel: 800-201-8132
Web: www.thermo.com/spectroscopycatalog
Pipeline repair
Futura Coatings' Protec and Futura-Thane family of pipeline coatings and linings are detailed in a new brochure. The urethane elastomer coatings provide hydraulic stability, resistance to chemicals and resist cathodic disbondment. They can be used on both pipe interiors and exteriors and may be spray-applied in the shop or field. They bond to a variety of substrates including foam-insulated pipes, ductile iron and concrete.