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A self-lubricating ball valve for use where corrosion is a problem . . . . . . . . . . . .

Unique compound for coating and lamination . . . . . . . 1

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High-vacuum valve operates down to 10-7 mm. of mercury . Hopper feeder makes materials handling easy. . . . . . . .

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Stable stripping solution has no effect on metals other than nickelandcadmium . . . . . High optical clarity scintillation crystals . . . . . . . . . .

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No stuffing box or seals that can leak on this pump . . . . . .

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Silicone rubbers added to line of elastomers . . . . . . . . . Powdered form of resin gum . .

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Low pressure polyethylene pump for corrosive fluids. . . . . .

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Pulsed electronic generator drives ultrasonic cleaner . . ,

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Flow indicator for volumetric measurements

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73 Self-contained combustible gas alarm. Item 90,page 123 A

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New filter resists chemical attack and oxidation . . . . . . . .

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Automatic alarm and scanning system . . . . . . . . . . .

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Find something interesting? Then read more about it on the following pages. For even more detailed information write-on your company letterhead-to the manufacturer whose address is given at the end of each item. And don’t miss I/EC’s selection of Manufacturers’ Literature, page 124 A.

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Cooling Towers Cooling towers feature all-steel structural members t h a t are hotdipped galvanized, after fabrication, for extra corrosion protection. Louvres, casing, distribution system, and fan deck are asbestos cement. Dept. I E C , J. F . Pritchard and Co. of Calif., 4625 Roanoke Parkway, Kansas City 22, M o . 3

Air-Motored Agitators

This all-plastic valve has great potential in handling problem fluids. Threaded or open-end connection (not shown) makes for flexibility and easy maintenance

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Self-lubricating Ball Valve Has No Metal Parts b f u l l open round part design permits full flow without fur-

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bulence Easily positioned in-line and easily repaired A new, inexpensive, rigid Koro-

seal poly (vinyl chloride), selflubricating ball valve is now available for use in industrial applications where valve corrosion is a serious problem. Lighter in weight and more compact than any other PVC valve, the ball valve provides easy take-up t o compensate for wear. Inexpensive replacement parts are simple to install. The ball floats in the valve chamber. Teflon seats will not stick nor gall, ensuring easy operation. Union nuts a t each end of the valve provide easy positioning and repair. Valves are available in either threaded or socket ends for installation with solvent cement. Having no metal parts, the quickopening valve will not rust or corrode. I t s chemical resistance is equal to high impact rigid Koroseal grade 300. Recommended working pressures for sizes 0.5 through 1.5 inches: 140 p.s.i. a t 100" F., 70 p.s.i. a t 130" F. Twoand 3-inch sizes are recommended to 100 p.s.i. a t 100" F., 50 p.s.i. a t 1 12 A

130' F. Each valve has been tested t o double the recommended working pressure. Dept. I E C , B. F. Goodrich Industrial Products Co., Marietta, Ohio. 1

Shaker Screen Shaker screen is designed so t h a t a variety of screen surfaces-woven wire cloth, wedge slot, flange lip, or perforated plate-can be easily fitted into the screen box of either or both sections. Will accomplish a number of gradations depending on the material being handled and the length of the vibrating section. Dept. IEC, Syntron Co., Homer 2 City, Pa.

A variety of screening surfaces can be used with this equipment

INDUSTRIAL AND ENGINEERING CHEMISTRY

Complete line of air-powered agitators is now available from manufacturer. The line includes mixers for laboratory batches up t o 5 gallons, direct drive units for tank mixing up t o 500 gallons, tank truck-mounted mixers for the dairy industry with sanitary shaft and propeller, and mixers for viscous materials. For extremely viscous materials or heavy sediment, geardriven mixers are available. Typical applications are for mixing adhesives, lacquers, vinyl emulsions and dispersions, in the food indust r y , plating solutions, ceramics, and many other industries. Dept. I E C , Eclipse Air Brush Co., Newark 7, N . J. 4

Actuator for Plug Valves A rugged and compact gas- or fluid-operated actuator for operation of plug valve and other 90" rotating mechanisms has been developed. The new actuator uses a totally enclosed piston rack and gear assembly fully submerged in an oil bath. Field installation only takes a few minutes. Dept. I E C , Research Engineering Co., Houston, Tex. 5

Super-seal Motor for Contaminated Atmospheres Kew line of motors is insulated against atmosphere with silicone rubber. H e a t aging is eliminated as a consideration in forecasting the life expectancy of these motors, as the insulation is thermally stable far beyond the conservative Class B operating range. The new motor is particularly suited for applications requiring resistance t o oils and chemicals. Dept. I E C , AllisChalmers Manufacturing Co., Milzvaukee 2 , Wis. 6

NEW EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS

low-Pressure Polyethylene Filtration Tanks Industrial filtration tanks are now being made from low-pressure polyethylene. T h e tanks, now being used in an atomic energy application, are 27 inches in outside diameter, 36 inches deep, and have a 1/4-inch thick wall. Dept. IEC, American Agile Corp., P. 0. Box 168, Bedford, Ohio. 7

High-Vacuum Valves All stainless steel valve is suitable for high-vacuum work down to the order of mm. of mercury. Both valve seat and stem are O-ring sealed. Valve is supplied as air, vacuum, or manually operated. Dept. I E C , Veeco Vacuum Corp., 86-P Denton Ave., 8 New Iiyde Park, L. I., N . Y .

Hopper Feeder Air-operated, high-suction hopper feeder offers a simple and inexpen-

sive means for transferring fluid materials, either wet or dry, from bulk bins or shipping containers, into processing machinery, according t o manufacturer. Dept. I E C , Vac-U-Max, i Montgomery St., Belleville 9, N . J . 9

let of glassed-steel reactors, uses a one piece glassed-head and stein with a glass-filled Teflon seat to reduce maintenance and to minimize product build-up. Dept. I E C , The Pfaudler Co., Rochester, N . Y . 11

Machine for Marking on Polyethylene

Variable Speed Drive

Quick drying, nonsmearing imprints are possible on plastic surfaces with this new model marking machine. Machine uses a new process which, used with Touchdry marking compound, imprints with a thermostatically controlled printing head. Dept. I E C , Markem M a chine Co., Keene 49, N . H . lo

Glass Interior Flush Valve

Variable speed drive is combined with a right-angle gear reducer. Suitable for application where output shaft must be at right angle to power source. Available in speeds from 360 t o 5.5 r.p.m. and speed variations from 2 to 1 t o 10 to 1. Dept. I E C , Sterling Electric Motors, Inc., 540i Telegraph Rd., Los Angeles 22, Calif. 12 O b O b O O O O O b O O O O O O O @

New valve can withstand the same operating conditions as glassed-steel process equipment and provides maximum protection against corrosion. T h e flush valve, intended for use in the bottom out-

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Ruska Positive Displacement Pumps are precision instruments which provide the research engineer with a means of metering or proportioning predetermined amounts of fluid under extreme pressure. They are available as one- or two-cylinder pumps with volumes of 100 to 1,000 cc/cylinder and pressure ratings from 4,000 to 50,000 psi. Special adaptations for the unusual application or corrosive condition are manufactured to customer specifications. I NSTRUMENT

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Bench Injection Molding Machine

Four-Way Solenoid Action Valves

Bench machine can give up to 400 shots per hour, depending on mold design and materials used. Manufacturer reports high rate is made possible by unique vice ejector. Mold is bolted to the vice jaws and setting requires no special skill; the whole operation is accomplished in only a few minutes. Dept. IEC, S.R. Seymour & Co., Ltd., Brook Road, Rayleigh, Essex, 13 England.

Valves make i t possible to supply full line pressures to cylinders from a remote position by the use of solenoid action. They are available in single or double solenoids and come with or without subbase. Dept. I E C , A . Schrader’s Son, Division of Scovill Manufactuving Co., Inc., Brooklyn, N . Y . 17

Close Coupled Teflon and Kel-F Pump Made without stuffing box or shaft seals t h a t might leak. Pump works so t h a t fluid being transferred makes contact only with the resistant fluorocarbon materials. Flow takes place in a channel between the outer surface of a Kel-F elastomer liner and the inner surface of the pump’s molded Teflon body. Dept. I E C , Manostat Corp., 20-26 North Moore St., New York 13, N . Y . 14

Belt Weigher

Ultrasonic Cleaner Cleans laboratory glassware and intricate parts through the use of low-frequency energy, which produces a scrubbing action set up by cavitation. Unit consists of a single-switch, one-knob control generator with carrying handle and separate cleaning t a n k with selfcontained transducer. H a s outlet t a p for drain or for connection t o external recirculating pump and filter for continuous purification of solution. Dept. I E C , Scientific Products, 1210 Leon Pl., Evanston, Ill. 18

Heat Exchanger

New belt (stream) weigher meets the needs of continuous process industries for measurement and control of flow of dry materials a t low to medium rates from 0 t o 3000 pounds per minute. Unit operates over a 10 to 1 range, which can be converted to 50 t o 1 by a variablespeed belt drive. Dept. IEC, Omega Machine Co., 345 Harris’ Ave., Providence 1, R . I . 15

Manufacturer has designed this exchanger specifically for heating or cooling of plating, anodizing, and pickling solutions. Exchangers can be provided with graphite, steel, or alloy tubes. Pumps are sized to provide exact flow required for all units regardless of size and range from 50 to 1200 g.p.m. Dept. I E C , Carl Buck & Associates, Essex Fells, AT. J . 19

Gamma Radiation Source

Corrosion Resistant Mill Roll

Radiation facility has been designed for research studies on the effects of gamma radiation of known energy distribution on a wide variety of materials, products, and processes. Equipment, with capacity of up t o 25,000 curies of cobalt-60 can be used in a n ordinary laboratory, as it provides all the shielding and sample handling facilities required, thereby eliminating the need for specially shielded rooms or auxiliary equipment. Dept. IEC, Nuclear Systems, Division of Budd Co., 2450 Hunting Park Ave., Philadelphia 32, Pa. 16 1 14 A

A mill roll made from thermosetting resin offers substantial savings in production and maintenance costs. It is believed to be the first of its kind anywhere. Dept. I E C , Cei1cot.e Co., Inc., 4890 Ridge Rd., Cleveland 9, Ohio. 20

Sonic Sifting and Filtering New sonic sifting and filtering machines have five times capacity of present-day mechanically operated machine, yet use less than 1/3 of the power. Capable of separating material 1/2 inch and larger down to 30 microns. Dept. I E C ,


United Specialties Co. of Illinois, Industrial Enterprises, Inc., Chicago, Ill. 21

Extension Shaft Fans New line of axial flow extension shaft fans designed for exhausting contaminated fumes from hoods or tanks, spray booth exhaust, oven recirculation, and other installations requiring isolation of fan motor from the air stream have been introduced. Dept. I E C , Pro& pellair Division, Robbins Xeyers, Inc., Springfield, Ohio. 22

Selenium Rectifier Stacks High-voltage rectifiers are now available in three current ratings: 5, 10, and 17 ma. Hermetic seal makes them adaptable for use in salt, fog, and other adverse atmospheric conditions. Dept. I E C , Xyntron Co., 416 Lexington Ave., Homer City, Pa. 23

Feeding Bulk Materials Under High Pressures Described A compact, new periphery sealed, eight-pocket rotary feeder, which operates a t differential pressures up to 25 p.s.i., has been announced. Tips for blades are available in nylon, Teflon, rubber, stainless steel, or Monel steel. Dept. I E C , Beaumont Birch Co., 1505 Race St., Philadelphia 6, Pa. 24

New Conveyor Handles Hot Materials Kea.-type vibrating conveyor has no bearings, cams, couplings, motors, shafts, or pillow blocks. Only moving part is air piston. Dept. I E C , Cleveland Vibrator Co., 6828 Clinton Ave., Cleveland 13, 25 Ohio.

Oil-Less Rotary Air and Vacuum Pump Available Incorporation of a rotary shaft seal in pump design prevents leakage of air into the pump and also prevents leakage of medium being pumped to atmosphere. Pump is especially suited for application where contamination is a hazard. Dept. I E C , Leiman Bros., Inc., 102 Christie St., Newark 5, N . J . 26


Plastic Pump Low-pressure polyethylene is now getting into the pump business. Vanton has now added a new Marlex 50 pump to its line. Service with corrosive fluids is extended up to 260" F. Pump is available in capacities from 1/3 to 40 g.p.m. Dept. IEC, Vanton Pump & Equipment Corp., 201 Sweetland Ave., 27 Hillside, N . J .

Qispenser for Adding and Metering Agents Two-gallon polyethylene dispenser provides a simple means of metering addition agents to metal plating baths. Unit is calibrated in pints and addition rate is controllable. Dept. I E C , Wugner Bros., Inc., 400 Midland, Detroit S, Mich. 28

trols in two ranges, 100" t o 450" F. and 60" to 250" F. Well-insulated, hinged halves fit around drum with flexible top gasket. Can be used in combination with mechanical agitators. Dept. I E C , Harold L . Palmer Co., Dept. Sb-A, 286'66 Grand River Ave,, Farmington, Mich. 32

Micrometer Handwheel Valve Line of brass metering valves has been extended to include a new series of globe pattern styles with body and stem of 316 stainless steel. Micrometer handwheel makes i t possible to establish a reference point as to the number of turns required to set any desired flow rate. Maximum operating pressure is 3000 p.s.i., with temperature limits ranging from' -60" to 450" F. Dept. IEC, Hoke, Inc., 136 South Dean St., Englewood, N . J . 33

improved Automatic Palletizer Higher capacity, lower maintenance costs and simplified construction are claimed advantages of new automatic palletizer. Elimination of necessity of each row pushing packages into place will minimize package damaging possibilities. Dept. IEC, Alvey Conv.eyor Manufacturing Co., 9301 Olive St., St. Louis 24, Mo. 29

Quick Release Valve New valve opens smoothly and without lag when 380 to 580 p.s.1. air pressure is applied to actuating port against 3000 p.s.i. hydraulic pressure. Dept. I E C , Eureka Williams Corp., Bloomington, Ill. 30

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Polyethylene Packaging Machine Offered New machine is said to package anything of practical size. Cycling time can be as fast as 300 per hour. It is available with casters for portable applications. Dept. I E C , E-Z Packaging Corp., 4850 West B.elmont Ave., Chicago 41, Ill. 31

Drum Warmer New 55-gallon drum warmers have automatic temperature con-

"In-line" metering at high temperature is a big asset

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Midget Dust Collector

Two- and Three-way Valves

Only 1 foot square and 28 inches high, new Mikro-Pulsaire dust collector is suitable for dust collection and product recovery in fields such as drugs, chemicals, cosmetics, and food. Dust-laden air is filtered through matted wool felt cylinders in a dusttight housing. The filters are cleaned automatically by a reverse flow of air l/lo second every 10 seconds. Dept. IEC, Pulverizing Machinery Division, Metals Disintegrating Co., Inc., Summit, N . J . 34

Poppet-type valves have specially designed brass bodies with 1/4-inch inlet and outlet ports. Valves have a 70-cubic-foot per minute air flow capacity and are identical in operation and actuation t o line of larger valves. Dept. I E C , A . Schrader's Son, Division of Scovill Manufacturing Co., Inc., Brooklyn 38, N . Y . 36

Blastic Gas Scrubbing Tower Resists Corrosion Gas scrubbing towers capable of resisting highly corrosive gases and extreme temperatures are now being fabricated from Duracor reinforced plastic. Dept. I E C , Ceilcote Co., 4890 Ridge Rd., Cleveland 9, Ohio. 35

Heat Exchanger and Condenser Tube Plugs Now you can seal off corroded or leaking tubes in a heat exchanger or condenser so t h a t the unit may continue to operate without replacing the entire tube bundle. It is all made possible with tube plugs, made in a variety of materials for compatibility with the tubes with which they are used. Available in sizes for tubes of 0.5 to 1.5 inches in diameter. Dept. I E C , Nuclear Products Co., 16635 Saranac Rd., Cleveland 10, Ohio. 37

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New valve introduction nieans users can have a normally open or closed valve with 1/4-inch orifice and l/4-inch K.P.T*and the ability t o handle pressures from 5 t o 200 p.s.i. T'alves weigh only 11/4 pounds each. Dept. I E C , Skinner Electric Valve Division, 105 Edgewood Awe., New Britain, Conn.

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Silicone Coating withstands the shock of high heat combustibles without peeling or blistering. Retains luster and beauty over long periods of time. Now used on all 'INCINOR models. SICON, the original silicone finish, has proved best for a long list of other nationally known products. SICON

NelY equipment was designed for economical batch impregnation of pressure castings of all kinds. It can handle either plastic or metal oxide type sealing materials. Unit consists of a large sealant supply tank, a rim-spray rinsing tank, and two autoclave type sealing tanks. Dept. I E C , Prenco Manufacturing Corp., 507 East IO Mile Rd., Hazel Park, X i c h . 39

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Filter uses vertical filter leaves in a horizontal cylindrical tank. Unit eliminates the limitation on the kind of filter medium t h a t may be used and difficulty in cleaning. Dept. I E C , T . Shiiver & Co., Inc., 808 Hamilton Xt., Harrison, N . J . 40

Fa nst e e I Automatic TemperaturePressure Relief Valves

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A new series of self-closing combination temperature and pressure relief valves for automatic storagetype water heaters, storage tanks, and booster heaters has been announced. Dept. I E C , Cash-Acme, P. 0. Box 191, Decatur, Ill. 41

Large Scale Ultrasonic Cleaner A 150-gallon capacity ultrasonic cleaner has been added t o line of cleaning equipment. Equipment features a cleaning tank, measuring 3 feet square by 2l/2 feet deep, which is fitted with a n array of 20 bottom-mounted transducers. These are driven by a simplified pulsed electronic generator delivering 8000 watts peak power. Dept. I E C , Acoustica Associates, Inc., Dept. 125, W B Windsor Ave., Mine42 ola, L. I., N . Y .

Renewable Disk Y Valves Complete line of stainless steel renewable disk Y valves provided with a n extra lift t o remove the disk from the flow area is now available. Valves are made in 0.5 t o 3 inches screwed and socket weld and 0.5 t o 8 inches flanged. Dept. I E C , Cooper Alloy Corp., Hillside,

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TANTALUM HEAT EXCHANGER SOLVES HIGH TEMPERATURE "03 PROBLEM Commercial Solvent's plant at Sterlington, La., produces flake ammonium nitrate by neutralizing nitric acid with anhydrous ammonia. The reaction takes place at 400-460°F., driving off water introduced with the acid. A key piece of equipment in this operation is a Fansteel tantalum heat exchanger which has been giving outstanding service with no visible corrosion noted over a number of years. Handles "03 at 45 Gal/Min This Fansteel equipment handles up to 45 gal/min at elevated temperatures with a heat transfer coefficient greater than 550 Btu/hr/sq ft/"F. I t is made of three 8-ft. sections in series. If one unit must be removed the other two may be coupled and run at reduced flow. Each unit consists of a bundle of 19 straight tantalum tubes, E'' O.D. and with a 0.015" wall. This gives 20 square feet of heat transfer surface for each section.

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Shown without lagging, three-section tantalum heat exchanger raises nitric acid temperature to 33OoF. * R e W e r e d trade mark, E. I . duPont deNemours &? Co Inc.

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SOLVENT RECOVERY CUTS COSTS


Vertical Dumper N e v lifter-dumper with rectangular, box-frame construction was designed to solve high dumping problems. I n one continuous movement, it can lift 2500 pounds to any practical height and dump the load a t a prescribed 45". Dept. I E C , Essex Conveyors, Inc., 16'5 Franklin Ave., Nutley, N . J . 44

SAVE 65% TO 80% OM PROCESS SOLVENT COSTS

Solvent recovery by the COLUMBI.~ -4ctivated Carbon system can cut manufacturing costs in any operation where low-boiling organic solvent vapors can be collected. For instance , . . Acetatejber manufacture Coating operations Rotogravure printing 0 Plastics processing 0 Rubber products manufacture Pharmaceutical production Dry cleaning Metal degreasing operations SoLzent extraction / Manufacture of smokelesspoxder Solvent recovery is the efficient, economical way to recover solvents vaporized in manufacturing processes. What solvents can be recovered? Well, alcohols, esters, ethers, ketones, hydrocarbons, chlorinated compounds, and practically all mixtures of these solvents can be recovered and reused. And look at these Difficult materials-handling problem facts . . . recovery plant eficiency-more can be relieved than 99%: cost of recovery-1 to 2# per pound. Stainless Steel Filter This means that the initial cost of Made with a one-piece drawn solvents becomes a secondary considershell of KO. 316 stainless steel, this ation because they can be used over and new filter resists chemical attack over again. Fire and health hazards are reduced, too! and oxidation. Filter tubes are CARBIDE can tell you how a solvent made from a variety of synthetic recovery plant can efficiently and ecofibers, including nylon, Orlon, Dacnomically recover your process solvents. ron, dynel, acetate, and glass fibers. Write now for the booklet, "Solvent Dept. I E C , Commercial Filters Recovery by the COLUMBIA Activated Corp., 2 Main St., Melrose, Mass. Carbon System." Address Department B, 45 Union Carbide Olefins Company, 30 East 42nd Street, New York 17, New York.

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New Medium for Filters

New filter medium consists of a combination of selected glass and asbestos fibers. bIanufacturer reports minimum efficiency is 99.97% based on removal of 0.3-micron diameter particles. The asbestos fibers improve temperature resistance, with filters available t h a t will withstand 1000" F. and 100% rela-

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tive humidity. Dept. I E C , Cambridge Filter Corp., Syracuse, N . Y . 46

Dyne1 Centrifuge Bags Increased operating efficiencies and reduced costs in labor and niaterial in the production of organic chemicals through use of dynel centrifuge bags is reported by one firm. The company uses dynel bags in its centrifugal extractors t o hold chemicals during a moisture removal or spin-drying process. Filter bags cost $29.00 each. Dept. I E C , AVational Filter X e d i a Corp., I717 Dixwell Ave., New Haven, Conn. 47

Dry Chemical Fire Extinguisher Company has introduced new 8pound fire extinguisher. The extinguisher sprays a fine powder over the burning area. H e a t from the fire causes a chemical reaction which releases a harmless, inert gas a t a n expansion ratio of 1100 to 1 a t 500" F. The gas released smothers the fire almost instantly, reports the manufacturer, Dept. I E C , Fire King Corp., 6Oi Texas National Bank Bldg., Houston, Tex. 48 CHEMICALS AND MATERIALS

Butyl Rubber and Microcrystalline Wax Coating Compound Unique compound is announced for coating and lamination processes. It is used for both functional and decorative purposes. Also used as hot melt sealing adhesive. Dept. I E C , Borden Chenaicnl Co., Coating and Adhesives Dept., 103 Foster Xt., Peabody, Jlas s * 49

New Neoprene Paint Needs No Primer Weighing the advantages of protective coatings against low cost and workability of paint? A new neoprene-phenolic formulation, Corrocote 99, combines the best features of both. It is a one-part, self-cure coating for general maintenance and corrosion control. Dept. I E C , Chemical Coating & Engineering Co., Inc., West Chester Pike, Edgenaont, Pa. 50

Stable Solution Selectively Strips Nickel from All Materials Chemically stable solution has been announced, which producers claim will strip nickel from any base metal. It has little or no effect on metals other than nickel and cadmium. It contains no cyanide or caustic, is nontoxic, and is reasonably safe to handle. Dept. I E C , Hanson-Van Winkle Munning Co., 51 Matawan, N . J .

Oil Seal A seal designed t o reduce oil leaks around intake and exhaust valves on compressors has been announced. Seal consists of housing, Teflon gasket, and garter spring. Materials combination withstands temperatures up t o 550” F. Dept. I E C , Skinner Seal Co., SO01 Stutter St., Santa Ana, Calif. 52

Scintillation Crystals Thallium-activated sodium iodide crystals can be suppiied in any size or configuration. High optical clarity has been achieved in preparation. Dept. I E C , Levinthal Electronic Products, Inc., Nuclear Division, Stanford Industrial Park, Palo 53 Alto, Calif.

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NETTCO Engineered A g i t a t i o n !

with mechanical seals or with conventional stuffing boxes

. . not just the fluids . . but the technology and experience behind the mixing equipment. Nettco “process-rated,” side-drive agitators are designed to mix or blend your fluids to com lete uniformity. . . in the shortest possible time . . . with minimum \ orsepower! Here’s how NETTCO Side-Drive Agitators benefit you! Designed for minimum maintenance . . . standard mechanical seals or the packing in conventional stuffing boxes, whichever is used, can be easily replaced . . . under full tank conditions . . . at low cost. Less maintenance downtime . . . automatic realignment of shaft position eliminates multiple adjustments . . , oversized bearings fully en-

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. . . in $6 to 30 HP sizes . . available with either standard mechanical seals or conventional stuffing boxes. Let Nettco specialists, backed by more than fifty years of agitation engineering experience, make recommendations to your process specifications. Send €or Bulletin 532 . . describing variety of sizes, motor mounts, speed reduction designs, and similar modifications available. Write New England l a n k & lower Co., 83 Tileston Full line of models

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Starch Derivatives

New Chemicals

Acetylated starch derivative, in which acetate esters are substituted in the chemical structure of the basic starch molecules, is suggested for surface sizing and coating applications in the paper industry. Kofilm is available in low-, medium-, and high-viscosity grades. Dept. I E C , National Starch Products Inc., 270 Madison Ave., New York, N . Y . 54

Following new available:

Silicone Additive for Polyurethane Foams New silicone additive can be dispersed into a wide variety of commonly used catalysts and can control the structure of the foamed cells. According t o the manufacturer, previous additives had t o be dispersed in the prepolymer itself. The product is an oil-in-water 50% emulsion of silicone fluid and is compatible with most catalysts. Dept. I E C , Dow Corning Corp., Xidland, Mich. 55

the greatest variety of catalyst supports for only

$15 There are 17 compositions, 3 degrees of pore size, symmetrical or poly-surface pellets-over two dozen types of catalyst supports-all made by Carborundum. This, the greatest variety of catalyst supports in the field, is available for $15. You get 16 big vials, each containing over 80cc. of representative samples, and complete product literature, all packed in an attractive, durable storage case. Send order to Refractories Division, T h e Carborundum Company, Perth Amboy, N. J., Dept. Y-58.

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Vinyl Acetate and Vinyl Stearate Beads Flexbond beads, a copolymer of vinyl acetate and vinyl stearate, are now being manufactured and offered to the trade. Films made from the beads are clear, transparent, greaseproof, nontoxic, and heat sealable. The beads are soluble in benzene, toluene, methanol, methyl acetate, carbon tetrachloride, and other solvents. Some suggested uses are in the formulation of paper coatings, adhesives, ink, chewing gum, and other specialty products. Dept. I E C , Colton Chemical Co., 1747 Chester Ave., Cleveland 1.4, Ohio. 56

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Fluorenone oxime Glycolic aldehyde p-Fluorophenol Monofluoracetic acid Sodium and potassium monofluoroacetate Ethyl fluoroacetate Dihydroxymaleic acid

Dept. I E C , Abco Chemical Co., 68 Fleet St., Jersey City 6, N . J . 58

Adhesive for Flocking Plastics New adhesive, called Floktex, has been developed for flocking polyethylene and polystyrene. Dept. IEC, Allen Plastics Corp., 1015 East 59 l73rd St., New York, N . Y .

Anti-Rust Paint New coating, Nacor, is reputed to be suitable for use right over most exterior and interior rusty surfaces. It can be applied by brush, spray, or dip. One coat is sufficient. Dept. I E C , National Asphalt Corp., Bulkley Bldg., Cleveland, Ohio. 60

Synthetic Resin Gum in Powdered Form Synthogum PR contains 90 % ’ active material. It dissolves readily to yield dilute solutions of high viscosity. It has a high degree of purity and uniformity not associated with natural gums, Dept. I E C , Hart Products Corp., 1440 Broadway, New York 18, N . Y . 61

Plastic Tape

Tesamoll urethane foam tape, backed by pressure-sensitive adhesive, will adhere t o any kind of dry, clean surface, it is claimed. It insulates against heat and cold and Powder Brightens Cadmium has sound deadening properties. Plated Surfaces Dept. I E C , United Mineral & A powdered product, Iridite 4P-4, Chemical Corp., 16 Hudson St., permits a single dip process for New York, N . Y . 62 chemically brightening and protecting cadmium plated surfaces, the Chemical Intermediate manufacturer says. It requires no Beta-propiolactone is now being bleach and produces clear, bright produced in commercial quantities. films. The product retains its It is used in synthesis of acrylic brightness and good solderability acid and acrylates and to improve on cadmium plate even after long stability of starch-derived adheperiods of storage. Dept. I E C , Allied Research Products, Inc., 4004- sives. Dept. I E C , Celanese Corp. of America, 180 Madison Awe., New 06 East Monument St., Baltimore York 16, N . Y . b3 5, M d . 57


Glass-Epoxy Laminate

Pyridine N-oxide

New laminate has been developed for use in making copper-clad laminates for printed circuits. T h e glass-base, epoxy resin is furnished plain or with copper cladding on one or both sides. Dept. IEC, T a y lor Fibre Co., Norristown, Pa. 64

This versatile synthetic material now offered in commercial quantities. I t s value in the fields of antibacterials, fungicides, and dyestuffs is known. Dept. IEC, B.eacon Chemical Industries, Inc., 3351 Richdale Ave., Cambridge 40,

Mass.

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Aluminum Black Dye A new addition t o the popular Oxanal dyes for anodized aluminum has been announced. Oxanal Fast Black GL is said t o impart a smooth, even color depth over the practical shade depth range. Dept. IEC, C I B A Co., Inc., 627 Greenwich Xt., New York 1.6, N . Y.' 65

Micrograin Nickel Resistance t o abrasion and impact of this new metal are unusually high. Electroforms are used in the leading edge of airplane propellers. New type of material is extremely hard, yet flexible. Dept. IEC, Dalic Metachemical Ltd., 121 Judge Rd., 66 Toronto 18, Ont., Can.

Dyne1 Fabrics Filters Cool, clear water flows into swimming pools after being circulated through pressure-type filtration systems equipped with dyne1 filter fabrics. An increase in filter service life of 300% is claimed. Dept. IEC, Winne and Sutch Co., 960 South Los Angeles St., Los Angeles 15, Calif. 67

Vinyl Insulation Sleeving Now in Colors Improved formulations make possible high-temperature vinyl sleeving in new colors-black, white, yellow, blue, and green. Resinite Super-Heat 125 is compounded t o resist continuous temperatures as high as 125" C. Dept. IEC, Borden Chemical Co., 350 Madison Ave., N e w York 17, N . Y . 68

Miniature Ceramic Parts Precision ceramic parts held t o micro-thousandth tolerances are now available. Sur-Braze MI120, a heat-resistant product, is suitable for use up t o 1060" C. Dept IEC, Duramic Products, Inc., 262-72 Mott St., New York 12, N . Y . 69

Protective Coating for Steel and Nonferrous Metals A water-soluble metal coating has been announced. The product, Irilac No. 1000, contains ,extremely effective corrosion inhibitors and can be used t o replace or enhance other chemical finishing systems. Dept. I E C , Allied Research Products, Inc., Baltimore, M d . 71 INSTRUMENTS

Instrument Analyzes labeled Compounds Faster and more accurate chemi-

cal analysis of labeled compounds is possible with this new paper chromatograph scanner, according to its manufacturer. It detects beta-gamma emitting isotopes such as carbon-14, sulfur-35, and phosphorus-32, and, when operated as a proportional counter, also senses alpha radiation. Once started, the unit completes the scanning operation automatically and then turns itself off, Dept. IEC, Nuclear Measurements .Gorp., Indianapolis 18, Ind. 72

Flow Indicator New indicator is designed to be used with turbine flowmeters producing a frequency output proportional t o flow rate. It requires no accessory equipment. Indicator is available for volumetric or gravimetric measurements. Dept. IEC, Cox Instruments Division of Geo. L. Nankervis Co., 16500 Fullerton Ave., Detroit 27, Mich. 73 ~ ~ O @ b @ o o o o o o o o o e o

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PURE LATEX TUBING

This photo, taken during extracorporal heart surgery, shows the use of a Sigmamotor Pump, It utilizes a peristaltic-like action for handling liquids, slurries or gases. It was chosen for this delicate operation because it cannot contaminate blood. In contact only with pure RLP Latex Tubing, the blood never touches working parts of the pump. RLP Latex Tubing is used as the conductor in these pumps because of its purity and resiliency. Only RLP can recover fast enough from the pulsating action to provide safe and efficient operation. These qualities, along with its strength, lightness, gripping power, flexibility and chemical resistance, give RLP Latex Tubing countless laboratory and product i o n applications. Economical too - it can be repeatedly sterilized and re-used. o Available in 24 Photo cor~r~esy of The University of MinneJoIu

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Radioactivity Gage Measures Fluid Density

Dual-Switch Temperature Control

New gage measures fluid density, specific gravity, or per cent solids in a liquid continuously and automatically with a full scale range as narrow as 0.05 specific gravity unit. Accuracy is reported t o be 2 2 % . The gage uses a radioactive source and a detecting cell which converts radioactive energy directly into electrical energy proportional to fluid density. Gage output signals can actuate valves, pumps, and heaters in a closed-loop system for controlling the density variable in flow processing. Dept. I E C , Ohmart Corp., $936 Bogen St., Cincinnati 14, Ohio. 74

New control is a sensitive, remote bulb temperature control designed for use in hazardous locations where explosive vapors and gases are present. Two separate switches permit switch action above or below the set point, control of two independent circuits, and great flexibility of switching arrangement. Dept. IEC, United Electric Controls Co., 79 School St., Watertown 72, M a s s . 78

pH Measuring Equipment

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PRODUCTION

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Clearwater In the design and manufacture of watertreating equipment, it often becomes necessary to include a filter of some type in the line-up in order to insure clarity and cleanliness of the water going to the next step. The picture above shows a large filter installation (in this case, at an outdoor location), one of many we have planned and produced to meet particular conditions or situations. DIFFERENT TYPES MANY APPLICATIONS

The filters we make may be any of the various types usually associated with the cleaning of water. Possible applications are numerous and may include such functions as removal of iron, rust, and manganese, removal of turbidity and suspended solids, clarification of limesoftened water, removal of free chlorine, organic matter, tastes, and odors, and various other special filtering requirements. Whatever filters are needed in a water-treatment system, we are prepared to produce them.

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Special feature of this new equipment is that you can standardize it in buffer a t ambient temperature, irrespective of the temperature of the test stream. Wide range of highly sensitive and stable electrode systems are offered. Completely sealed air purge case is supplied. Dept. I E C , E.I.L. Instruments, P.O. Box 80i,Philadelphia, Pa. 75

Thermal Conductivity Cell Thermal conductivity cell specifically designed to vapor phase chromatography uses thermistors as sensory elements. Available in two sensitivity ranges, the cell can be incorporated into existing chromatographic apparatus or used as a component for new equipment. The unit operates up to 240' C . Cell enclosure is stainless steel. Unit can be immersed in oil or n-ater. Dept. IEC, Lurgent Co., P.O. Boz 9845, Houston 15, Tex. 76

Precision Testing Thermometer Weston Instruments has designed a new thermometer to permit more accurate readings than previously possible in a bimetallic type. The new Rlirroband eliminates errors resulting from parallax through the combination of a mirror scale and knife-edge pointer. Except for the scale glass, the unit is encased in welded stainless steel to provide resistance t o most common acids and gases. Dept. IEC, Weston Instruments, Division of Daystrom, Inc., Newark 12, N. J . 77


Flow and liquid level Transmitter Differential pressure transmitter was designed for hard to handle fluids. Manufacturer reports the instrument works efficiently, handling slurries of salt, metal or alcohol slops, bleaches, dye liquors, and paper pulp solutions. Instrument also measures differential pressure on fractionating columns, pumps, and filters. Dept. IEC, Taylor Instrument Co.. Rochester 1, iV. Y . 79

Nylon-Enclosed Mercury Switch New switch resists harmful effects of shock and splashing fluids. It is especially adaptable for photographic and testing applications where chemical splash is a factor. The switch, designated 7 MP1-2, consists of a glass tube mercury switch embedded in a synthetic rubber compound and enclosed inside a nylon cap. Dept. IEC, Micro 80 Switch Co., Freeport, 121.

Electronic Integrator A new electronic integrator has been developed for use in cliromatographic applications to measure the relative quantity of componenrs in gas mixtures. However, the unit is equally adaptable to other industrial processes where it is desirable to have the measured variable integrated. Count rate is up to 2400 per minute. Dept. IEC, Wheelco Instruments Division, Barber-Colman Co., Rockford, Ill. 81

Particle-Size Analyzer A general purpose instrument for measuring size distribution of small particles has been developed. According to the manufacturer, the

new analyzer was designed for particles between approximately 0.1 and 40 microns, which includes most airborne dusts, paint pigments, many flours, chemicals, and pharmaceuticals. Dept. I E C , Mine Safety Appliances Co., Pittsburgh, 82 Pa.

Instrument for Measuring Paper Pressure Micromethod uses only 1 ml. of sample. Any vapor-to-liquid ratio is possible by changing the size of the sample. Vapor-pressure values can be converted to Reid vapor pressure by a simple formula. Dept. IEC, Fisher Scientific Co., 5354 Fisher Scientific Bldg., Pittsburgh, Pa. 83

Automatic Alarm and Scanning System This device gathers alarm and control data from remote stations in chemical and petroleum plants, steel mills, reactors, and along pipelines and transmits the data to a central station over wire or radio for visual and aural presentation. Dept. IEC, Moore Associates, Inc., 84 Redwood City, Calif.

Round the Clock Radiation Monitoring Manufacturer has announced a new system for around the clock monitoring of radiation in remote areas. System is designed for continuous area monitoring around reactors, hot cells, plants, laboratories, and radiation facilities. I n addition, the unit gives automatic alarm when radiation reaches high or dangerous levels. Radiation ranges can be tailored t o application. Dept. I E C , The Victoreen Instrument Co., 5806 Hough Av.e., Cleve85 land 5, Ohio.

Portable Oxygen Indicator Instrument measures the per cent of oxygen throughout a range of 0 to 25% oxygen content by volume with an accuracy of rt0.5%, according t o the manufacturer. Oxygen is measured by a detector cell in which a gas or atmosphere to be analyzed is circulated through a hollow carbon electrode. Dept. I E C , Mine Safety Appliances Co., Pittsburgh, Pa. 86

Temperature Monitor Any temperature from -400" to 3000" F. can be monitored or controlled with this new instrument contained in a compact box. Monitor has a sensitive meter relay and 5-ampere load relay together with transformer and rectifier or other components for the type of control required. Dept. I E C , San Gorcinto Division, Assembly Products, Inc., P.O. Box 20, Palm Springs, Calif. 87

Combination Radiation Alarm and Rate Meter Instrument provides continuous visual and audible indication of radioactivity levels. Unit has alarm circuit which automatically triggers an alarm whenever radiation reaches a preset level, and switches alarm off when radiation level falls below the alarm set point. Dept. I E C , Victoreen Instrument Co., 5806 Hough Ave., Cleveland 3, Ohio. 88

Rate Meter Log and linear multirange rate meter has been designed for quantitative analysis of medical or industrial samples, as well as for reactor monitoring. The unit will drive any standard potentiometer or galvanometer-type recorders from both linear and log scales. Dept. I E C , Baird-Atomic, Inc., 33 University Rd., Cambridge 38, Mass. 89

Combustible Gas Alarm Can be used in industrial plants wherever any combustible gas is used, by oil and gas industries in petroleum refineries, and many other industries. Dept. I E C , Mine Safety Appliances Co., Pittsburgh, Pa. 90

Controlled Batching System A batching system with new Remocon remote-setting cutoff controls has been announced. These Controls provide for scale cutoffs to


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Ketones Polyols Vinyl Monomers Plasticizers Gasoline Additives Functional Fluids

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NEW EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS Demineralizers. Enlarged bulletin, WC-IIIA, deals with most important phases of water treatment for process or boiler use. Dept. IEC, Graver TVater Conditioning Co., 216 West 14th St., New York 11, N . Y . 95

be remotely adjusted t o a n y desired weight b y turning a knob on the control panel. A “batch-quantity” selector enables the operator t o change t h e batch size without resetting t h e weights of individual components. Dept. I E C , Toledo Scale Corp., Toledo 13, Ohio. 91 EQUIPMENT Blenders. New Falcon sanitary-design ribbon blenders are engineered for fast, efficient mixing of powders, granulare, pastes, or liquids according to latest bulletin. Dept. IEC, Falcon Manufacturing Division, First Machinery COTP., 211 Tenth St., Brooklyn 15, N . Y . 92 Cooler. A completely self-contained method replacing both shell-and-tube cooler and cooling tower is described. Bulletin 130, Dept. IEC, Niagara Blower Co., 405 Lexington Ave., New York 17, N . Y . 93

Batching system control panel

Cyclones. Performance data of all models of cyclones are included in brochure 1157. Dept. IEC, Hey1 & Patterson, Inc., 56 Fort Pitt Blvd., 94 Pittsburgh 22, Pa.

Diaphragm Control Valves. New 4page bulletin gives details of construction of three-way control valves. Both single- and double-seated designs for mixing or diverting service are covered, Dept. IEC, Minneapolis-Honeywell Regulator Co., Valve Division, Fort Washington, Pa. 96 Diaphragm Pump. Heavy-duty diaphragm pump designed for safe feeding of corrosive fluids is described in this bulletin. Bulletin has numerous photographs, tables, performance curves, and installation diagrams. Dept. IEC, %Proportioneers, Inc.%, 345 Harris Ave., Providence 1, R. I . 97

Fittings. Stainless steel fittings designed t o permit engineers to take full advantage of new light-weight wall tubing are discussed. Catalog 50.0, Dept. IEC, Vanton Pump & Equipment Gorp., Hillside, N . J . 98

Literature describing a new line of forged steel gate valves is available from manufacturer. Dept. IEC, Lunkenheimer Co., Cincinnati, Ohio. 99 Forged Steel Valves.

Bulletin DL58 covers features of tempering furnaces, gas-fired or electric. Dept. IEC, Ipsen Industries, Inc., dl7 South Main Furnaces, Tempering.

ELECTROLYTIC PLANT

for the P R O D U C T I O N OF HYDROGEN

99.95% P U R E

St., Rockford, Ill.

100

Glassed Pumps. “Facts” booklet outlines history of the development of glassed centrifugal pumps and gives answers to over 30 of the most frequently asked questions about the pump by chemical and process engineers. 16 pages. Dept. IEC, Goulds Pumps, Inc., 42 Black Brook Rd., Seneca Falls, N . Y . 101 Grinders. Bulletin describes fluid energy grinding and gives typical grinding data for various materials. Information is also given on how to obtain custom or experimental fine grinding service from manufacturer. Dept. IEC, Sturtevant Mill Co., Boston 22, Mass.

lllurtration shows plant recently Installed in Spain and consists of 256 18,000 ampere cells producing 2,700 cu. metres per hour.

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Knowles Electrolytic plant produces hydrogen of a constant high standard of purity, together with oxygen 99.8% pure. The plant is uniquely simple and safe and requires no highly skilled labour. Plants of all sizes up to a single installation absorbing 25,000 kW are in operation in all parts of the world.

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Heat Engineering. Attractive catalog on heating and cooling systems describes packaged steam generators, cooling towers in steam-electric stations, and heat transfer system of atomic power plants. Dept. IEC, Foster Wheeler Carp., 666 Fifth Ave., 103 New York 19, N . Y .

MANUFACTURERS' LITERATURE

High Vacuum Components. New 16page product summary and price list outlines a complete line of standard and custom high vacuum components, equipment, and systems. Dept. IEC, NRC Equipment COTP.,160 Charlemont St., Newton 61, Mass. 104 Packaged Boilers. Bulletin 1100 describes a series of coal-fired boilers available for low or high pressure hot water or steam systems. Dept. IEC, International Boiler Works CO., 791 Peach St., East Stroudsburg, Pa. 105 Processing Equipment. Colorful brochure shows construction of various items of processing equipment for chemical and allied industries. Included are: floating roof storage tanks, spheres, chemical storage tanks, autoclaves, furnaces, acid plants, wind tunnels, steel smoke stacks, water storage tanks, and brewery equipment. Dept. IEC, Nooter COTP.,1.5'8 North Seventh St., St. Louis, Mo. 106

Thirty-page catalog shows line of semifine and fine pulverizing screen and pneumatic roller mills. Dept. IEC, Bradley Pulverizer Co., Dept. 11, Allentom, Pa. 107 Pulverizers.

A self-priming pump that hdndles air alone, liquid alone, or combinations of both is described. Bull. 726.6, Dept. IEC, Gould Pumps, Inc., 41 Black Brook Rd., Seneca Falls, N . Y . Pump.

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108

Pump. A pump designed t o handle suspension of sand, coal, crystals, silt, sludge, lime, or chemical process slurries is described. Bull. 188, Dept. IEC, Morris Machine Works, Baldwinsville, 109 N . Y. Pump. Bulletin 302 describes the McCannameter, a proportioneering pump with maximum capacities from 6 ml. per min. to 6 g.p.h., maximum discharge pressure of 2500 p.s.i. Dept. IEC, Hills-McCanna Co., 4587 West Toughy 110 Ave., Chicago SO, Ill. Pumps. A 6-page technical bulletin deals with proper seIection of centrifugal pumps, "Centrifugal Pumps, Their Evaluation and Selection." Dept. IEC, Ampco Metal Inc., Milwaukee 46, Wis. 111

Bulletin FB-77 discusses design, manufacture, testing, and

Piping Systems.

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. . . The Lime Glass Man

The executives at Doerr Glass Company call economy a double-edged sword for cuttin' costs. They say that true economy i s made up of two factors , lowest possible price and best possible performance. When you think about it a while, this makes a lot of sense. Y' know, some people insist that if you pay top price, you get top quality. That isn't necessarily true! Neither i s it true that if you pay the lowest possible price you get lowest quality. In between, you can usually find the best value , the item that gives you the best possible quality at the lowest possible price. An' that's true economy, , Look at heat-resistant, borosilicate laboratory glassware, for instance. Some items made of this kind of glass actually cost as high as 100% more than the same item in the Diamond D Blue Line. If you have to have heat-resistant ware, then you'll have to pay those kind of prices. But if you aren't going to use the item over an open flame, for heaven's sake, think, man! When you begin paying 100% more , you're wastin' a lot of money. Remember , , , economy's a double-edged sword. Make sure you use both edges!

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installation of piping systems. Dept. IEC, Advertasing Dept., Babcock & 'CTlilcox Co., Beaver Falls, Pa. 1 12 Reactors. Installation, maintenance, and operation of glassed-steel reactors are carefully detailed in Bulletin 955. Dept. IEC, Pfaudler Co., 1000 West Ave., Rochester 3, N . Y . 113 Steam Traps. Bulletin T-1742 (57) gives detailed information on complete line of impulse steam traps. Dept. IEC, Yarnall-Waring Co., Chestnut St., 114 Philadelphia 18, Pa. Turbine Pumps. Catalog describes single-stage turbine pumps, featuring removable channel rings. Some applications are: water supply, chemicals transfer, brine circulation, and refinery use. Dept. IEC, Aurora Pump Co., Aurora, Ill. 115 Valves. A new catalog, KO. 202, covers valves and accessories for refrigeration and industrial application. Dept. IEC, Henry Valve Co., 3215 North Ave., 116 Melrose Park, Ill. Ventilating Fans. Complete line of belt-driven ventilating units with either forward curve wheels or backward blade nonoverloading wheels are covered in this new bulletin. Also covered are performance tables, en,'vineering data, and selection and installation information. Dept. IEC, General Blower Co., Morton Grove, Ill. 1 1 7 Vibrating Screens. Design and construction features of low-head horizontal vibrating screens are described in new bulletin. Bull. O7B6330B, Dept. IEC, Allis-Chalmers, Milwaukee, Wis. 118

Two bulletins available, one on each subject. Weighing bulletin describes automatic weighing, shows some typical examples, and outlines the instrumentation. Bulletin on conveying explains what belt weighing is and how it's done electronically. Dept. IEC, Bulls. Ed-12 and Ed-15, Fairbanks, Morse & Co., FairbanksMorse Building, Chicago 5, Ill. 119

able to withstand temperatures too severe for metals. Dept. IEC, Norton Co., Worcester 6, Mass. 121 Machining with chemicals is the subject of this 10-page brochure which describes chemical milling. It has a complete and up-to-date discussion on the process and its advantages. Dept. IEC, United States Chemical Milling Corp., 1700 Rosecram Ave., Manhattan Beach, Calif.

Chemical Milling.

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and

Flaking

Cupric Chloride. Technical data sheet

gives formulas available, appearance, specifications, packages, precautions, and uses. Dept. IEC, Henry Bower Chemical Mfg. Co., Gray's Ferry Road and 29th St., Philadelphia, Pa. 124 Defoamers. Brochure lists 12 defoamers as well as suggested uses, properties, containers, and method of use. Uses are primarily for paper mills. Dept. IEC, Hercules Powder Co., Inc., Wilmington 99, Del. 125 Epoxy Finishes. New bulletin describes chemical and physical properties of various epoxy finishes. Dept. IEC, Hauger-Beegle Associates, Inc., 900 West 49th Place, Chicago 9, Ill.

Weighing-Conveying.

Increased effisolyent from solids during processing provides an excellent opportunity to reduce costs. The French Desolventizer (DT) represents a significant advance in the removal and recovery of solvent from extracted solids. Its efficiency has been proven in many plant applications. Send details of your processing problem.

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CHEMICALS AND MATERIALS Asphalt

Antistripping

Additives.

Booklet describes how compounds can be applied in all types of weather. Covers use of the Redicote line in liquid asphaltic materials and in asphaltic cements under low treatment costs. Dept. IEC, Chemical Division, Armour and Co., 1555 West J l s t St., Chicago 9, Ill. 120 Ceramic

Engineering

Materials.

Technical bulletin describes properties of three new engineering materials. These three ceramics have been developed to meet the need for materials


Chemicals.

Separate chapters in the %page builetin provide mechanical descriptions and specifications of manufacturer's flakers, protection from dust and toxic hazards, twin and double drum flakers, roto-shelf coolers, and pilot plant flakers and cooling drums. Dept. IEC, Buflovak Division, Blaw-Knox Co., 123 Buffalo, N . Y .

124 High Temperature Pipe Insulation.

Speed-fastening, high-temperature mineral wool material pipe insulation is featured in a new bulletin. Blankettype insulation is designed for application around pipes with temperatures to 1200" F. and 4- to 30-inch diameter. Dept. IEC, Baldwin-Hill Co., 500 Breunig Ave., Trenton 2, N . J . 127 Industrial Gases. New brochure describes low temperature techniques for gas liquefaction and separation, and how these techniques can be applied to specific applications in the chemical industry, Dept. IEC, Air Products, Inc., P. 0. Box 558, Allentown, Pa. 128

Methacrylonitrile

and

Polymers.

Typical properties and reactions of methacrylonitrile and a discussion of the characteristics of polymethacrylonitrile are given in technical data report. Dept. IEC, Eastman Chemical Products, Inc., Kingsport, Tenn. 129

New Paper Product. Company has just published an attractive 6-page brochure that describes and illustrates Dura-Weve, a new product having many of the qualities of fabric and the economical advantages of paper. Dept. IEC, Scott Paper Co., Chester, Pa. 130

Nitric Acid. Complete coverage of important aspects of nitric acid is presented in a new booklet. This handy volume is a good reference manual for users of the acid. Technical data are presented in table form. Dept. IEC, Spencer Chemical Go., Dwight Bldg., Kansas City 5, Mo. 131 Paint and Varnish Removers. What they’re made of and how to test and evaluate them is outlined in a new product report. Dept. IEC, Stauffer Chemical Co., 980 Madison Ave., New York: 17, N . Y . 132 Petrochemicals. A new 4-page product specifications folder on petrochemicals is available from manufacturer. Included are specification sheets on the company’s high-purity, nitration-grade benzene and toluene, xylene, high-aromatic solvents and mineral spirits. Dept. IEC, Chemical Division, DelhiTaylor Oil Gorp., 416 Madison Ave., 133 New York 17, N . Y . Phenolic Products. New brochure describes complete line of phenolic resins, varnishes, and molding powders. For designers, molders, fabricators, formulators, and end-users. Dept. IEC, General Electric Co., Pittsjield, Mass. 134

Plastics Data Book. Eight-page booklet covers application and physical properties of all plastics made by Naugatuck. Dept. IEC, Naugatuck Chemical Division, United States Rubber, 135 Naugatuck, Conn. 1

Platinum-Clad Metals. Company has

published a new bulletin to describe platinum-clad metals. Some applications are: rupture disks, electrodes, anodes and cathodes, and laboratory ware. Dept. IEC, Metals & Controls 136 Gorp., Attleboro, Mass. Polyether Flexible Foam. Technical bulletin containing 6 pages of new fundamental data on the formulation, preparation, and curing of polyether

Fication and solids concentration, with concentrate recycle.

Are you still using old-fashioned and time-consuming “stop and go“ batch methods-such as filtering or settling-in the solids concentration phase of your process? If SO, the WESTFALIA line of Continuous Centrifugal Concentrators (with capacities up to 30,000 gph) may be your answer. There are many WESTFALIA concentrator types to do a variety of jobs-concentrating valuable solids, clarifying a valuable liquid, or separating a mixture of two immiscible liquids with simultaneous solids removal Each type has special features to do a specific job. The SKG, for instance, because of its design, permits recycling of the concentrate directly to the nozzle area without mixing with the feed material, thus permitting higher throughput capacities.

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WESTFALIA CONCENTRATORS ARE SUCCESSFULLY HANDLING , Concentration of food and feed yeast, starches and gluten, vitamin slurries, glucose and lactose, bacteria media, fermenter products, barium sulfate, aluminum hydroxide De-oiling and Clarification of fish presswater, wool scouring liquor, citrus peel liquids.. Clarification of molasses and sugar juice Purification of vegetable oils, animal oils and fats.

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CHOOSE FROM these WESTFALIA Concentrators: SOG-10006; SOG-4006; SBOG-10006; SWOG-10006; SKOG-10006; SKOG-4006; SKOOG-10006; SKG-10006; SKG-4006; SG-10006; SKIG-10006; StF- 1 50 1 7; StF-100 17; HFG1001 6-HK; HFG-8016-HK; HFG-8006-HK; HFH-8006-HK; HFK-8016-HK.

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NO MAJOR REPAIRS IN 25 YEARS" Sturtevant

Construction Assures

Long Mill Life at Top Loads


foams is now available. Dept. IEC, h'ational Aniline Division, Allied Chemical and Dye Corp., 40 Rector St., New York 6, N . Y . 137 Data sheet lists best literature values for melting point, boiling point, density, and atomic raiius of rare earths. Prices for experinental quantities listed. Dept. IEC, Research Chemicals, Inc., P.O. Box 431, Burbank, Calif. 138 Rare Earth Metals.

Sturtevant crushing and grinding machinery answers the long life top-load production problem for medium to small size plants. Many Sturtevants have been operating above rated capacities for more than 25 years, and withoict a major repair. "Open-Door" design gives instant accessibility where needed -makes cleanouts, inspection and maintenance fast and easy. Machines may be set up in units to operate at equal quality and capacity.

Research Chemicals. New 40-page oooklet lists some 160 chemicals availzble in sample quantities. Substantial portion of the chemicals are being 3ffered for the first time. Dept. IEC, Dow Chemical Co., Midland, Mich. 139

Jaw Crushers - Produce coarse ( 5 in. largest model) to fine ( % in. smallest model). Eight models range from 2 x 6 in. jaw opening (lab model) t o 12 x 26 in. Capacities to 30 tph. All except two smallest sizes operate on double cam principle crush double per energy unit. Request Bulletin N o .

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Resin laminate System. Product data sheet describes combination of liquid resins and woven glass cloth. System provides a tough, flexible, shock-resistant surface that is chemically resistant to all common acids and alkalies. Dept. IEC, Twinsburg-Miller Corp., Twins140 burg, Ohio. Stainless Steel Fittings. Booklet gives

Rotary Fine Crusher - Reduce soft t o medium hard 3 to 8 in. material down to ?A to 1% in. sizes. Capacities up to 30 tph. Smallest model has 6 x 18 in. hopper opening; largest, 10 x 30 in. Non-clogging operation. Single handwheel regulates size. Resupst Bulletrri N o . 063.

examples on how installation costs can be cut by using Quikupl fittings which eliminate the need for threading, welding, or flaring. Dept. IEC, Vanton Pump & Equipment Corp., 201 Sweetland Ave., Hillside, N . J . 141 Styrene Oxide. Fourteen different types of reactions involving styrene oxide are described in a new 16-page booklet. The booklet, which revises a previous publication, includes a new section on the use of styrene oxide as a reactive diluent in epoxy resins. Dept. IEC, Dow Chemical Co., Midland, 142 Mich.

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Crushing Rolls Reduce soft to hard 2 in. and smaller materials to from 12 to 20 mesh with minimum fines. Eight sizes, with rolls from 8 x 5 in. Balt o 38 x 20 in.; rates to 87 tph. Three types anced Rolls; Plain Balanced Rolls; Laboratory Rolls all may be adjusted in operation. Request Bulletin N o . 065.

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Urethane Foams. Du Pont has a bro-

chure containing samples of resilient, shock-absorbing, semirigid, and rigid urethane foams. Samples are 2 X 3 inches and a half inch thick. Dept. IEC, Du Pont Go., Wilmington 98, Del. 143

- Reduce t o 20 mesh. Swing-Sledge Mills crush or shred medium hard material uu to 70 tph. Hinged-Hammer Pulverizers crush or shred softer material a t rates u p t o 30 tph. Four SwingSledge Mills with feed openings from 6 x 5 in. to 20 x 30k5 in. Four Hinged-Hammer Pulverizers with feed openings from 12 x 12 in. t o 12% x 24 in. Reauest Bulletin N o . 084 *Reports Manager W . Carleton Merrill concerning Sturtevant Swing-Sledge Mill a t James F . Morse Co., Boston.

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INSTRUMENTS Air Sampler. Brochure describes instrument for measuring air pollution. Applications are: factory health hazards, radioactive particles, smoke and smog, atmospheric conditions, and mine air hazards. Dept. IEC, The Staplex

Co., Air Sampler Division, 777 Fifth 144 Ave., Brooklyn S I , N . Y . Computers. Illustrated bulletin describes digital computer which engineers can be taught to use within 2 to


4 hours. Dept. IEC, The Shaw Co., 2525 Beverly Blvd., Los Angeles 67,

Calif.

145

New booklet shows scales for a wide cross section of industry and agriculture with related accessories. Dial Scale.

Dept. IEC, Howe Scale Co., Rutland, 144 vt. Twenty-page bulletin Flow Tubes. gives technical data on design, metering characteristics, flow formulas, capacity and accuracy, and installation information on Dall flow tubes. Bull. 115-L3C, Dept. IEC, Builders-Providence, Inc., 345 Harris Ave., Provi147 dence, R. I. Hydro-Separators. Catalog contains information on construction and application of countercurrent classifiers, heavy media separators, hydroclassifiers, and hydroseparators. Bull. No. 3 9 4 , Dept. IEC, Hardinge Co., Inc., York, Pa. 148 Indicating and Recording Thermometers. Vapor and mercury-actuated

thermometers and thermal systems for use between the temperature limits of -125" to 100" F. are listed and explained, along with separable wells and other accessories. Catalog is 56 pages. Cat. C60-I, Dept. IEC, MinneapolisHoneywell Regulator Co., Industrial Division, Wayne and Windrim Ave., Philadelphia 44, Pa. 149 Infrared Analysis of Sulfur Dioxide.

Application data sheet gives process control information on sulfur recovery in petroleum sour gas, conversion of sulfur to sulfuric acid, or stack gas composition in a power plant. Dept. IEC, Beckman Process Instruments Division, 6500 Fullerton Rd., Fullerton, 150 Calif. liquid Meters. New 2-page bulletin describes line of industrial liquid meters. Bulletin emphasizes the 1-inch, 5000pound oscillating piston-type meter and illustrates its oscillating piston principle. Dept. IEC, Meter and Valve Division, Rockwell Manufacturing Go., 400 North Lexington Ave., Pittsburgh, Pa. 151 Photo-Manometers. Bulletin gives information on multiple-tube well-type manometers with translucent scale and built-in backlighting, designed to be photographed to obtain simultaneous readings and permanent records of measurements. Dept. ZEC, King Engineering Corp., Box 665, Ann Arbor, Mioh. 152

Secondary Instruments for Flowmeters. Bulletin describes complete

line of secondary instruments and accessory devices available for changing flowmeters from a basically totalizing unit to one suitable for any combination of remote totalizing, indicating, and recording. Bull. 380-L3A, Dept. IEC., 345 Harris Ave., Providence, R. I. 153

A bulletin describes applications for small-diameter, superalloy tubing a t high temperatures. It gives chemical composition, physical and mechanical properties, and production limits of 16 superalloys in the line. Materials listed are those which will not rupture under a stress load of 25,000 p.s.i. at 1200" F. during a 1000-hour test period and which resist oxidation and corrosion. Bull. 70, Dept. IEC, Superior Tube Co., 1614 Germantown Ave., Norristown, Pa.

Super-Alloy Tubing.

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Eight-page bulletin describes how Chronoflo telemeters enable users to observe and record the operation of widely scattered meters at a central location from any distance. Bull. 230-P4, Dept. ZEC, BuilderProvidence, Znc., 345 Harris Ave., 155 Providence, R. I .

Telemeters.

Thermocouple

Extension

Wires.

Catalog illustrates many types of thermocouple and extension wires. Listed with each type of wire are identification symbols of the calibrations and gage sizes in which it is available. Dept. ZEC, Thermo Electric Co:, Znc., 156 Saddle Brook, N . J .

This new Bulletin, with 182 photographs, diagrams and tables, i s a handbook of refrigeration in all i t s commercial and industrial phases-air

conditioning, ice making, quick

freezing, cold storage, process work, etc. Details of heavy-duty compressors, multi-cylinder com-

SERVICES

pressors,

Information Service for Hard-To-Get Equipment. Company plans to pub-

condensers, coolers, coils, confully explained.

If your business uses cooling equipment, you'll profit from reading this informative 32page

booklet.

Available

in

English, Spanish and Portuguese. Your free copy i s waitOF AIR CONDITIONING & REFRIGERATION PRACTICE

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systems,

trols, valves and auxiliaries are

lish a monthly list of hard-to-get equipment. First listing will provide information on pipe and tubing, as well as valves, flanges, and fittings. The inventory section of this literature will take 8 to 10 pages. The service brochure will be issued every other month. Qualified firms may receive these listings without charge by writing to Dept. ZEC, Midcontinent Tube Service, Znc., 2120 Lee St., Evanston, Ill. 157

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