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Yokogawa 2018 Portfolio Brochure

Posted by TechStar on Feb 21, 2018 2:00:00 PM

Yokogawa just released their new brochure that features their entire product line. 

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Topics: Yokogawa, Product Line

5 Reasons to Train Your Employees

Posted by TechStar on Feb 6, 2018 9:55:36 AM

If you want to create and retain the top talent in the industry, training should be a top priority within your company. In fact, untrained employees take 6x longer to preform the same tasks as trained employees. Still not convinced? Here are the top 5 reasons you should train employees:

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Topics: Training

Heater Differential Temperature Monitoring and Alarming Using Associated IS

Posted by TechStar on Jan 23, 2018 9:00:00 AM

ChallengeMeasure inlet and outlet temperature of a process heater using existing three-wire RTDs and provide a 4-20mA process variable signal, representing the differential temperature across the heater, to a local alarm trip for heater protection and share that differential temperature signal with the Basic Process Control System (BPCS). The measurements are in a hazardous area and plant standards require the use of a certified IS system.

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Topics: Moore Industries, Differential Temperature Monitoring

Now Available – The Chillgard® 5000 Monitor

Posted by TechStar on Jan 22, 2018 9:00:00 AM

Introducing the new Chillgard® 5000 Refrigerant Leak Monitor!  Using MSA’s patented photoacoustic infrared (PAIR) technology to detect leaks at the earliest level of 1 part per million (ppm), the Chillgard 5000 keeps facilities in compliance with ASHRAE Standard 15 for optimal safety in mechanical equipment rooms.

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Topics: MSA, Leak Detection

Fox Thermal - New Model FT4X

Posted by TechStar on Jan 22, 2018 8:00:00 AM

The Model FT4X is an exciting new addition to the Fox Thermal Instruments’ Product Line. The Model FT4X flow meter has many new and exciting features including a new standard Data Logger. The Data Logger records daily totals and date/time stamped events and alarms.

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Topics: Fox Thermal

Register Now: Basic Instrumentation Training Class

Posted by TechStar on Jan 10, 2018 11:40:00 AM

The purpose of this training is to educate instrumentation technicians, engineers or technical salespersons on the basics of the electronic testing tools they will be using on a daily basis.

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Topics: Basic Instrumentation Training, 2018 Training

STZ: Functional Safety Dual Input Smart HART Temperature Transmitters

Posted by TechStar on Jan 3, 2018 9:00:00 AM
Part of Moore Industries’ FS Functional Safety Series, the SIL 2 and SIL 3 capable STZ Functional Safety Dual Input Smart HART® Temperature Transmitters for your SIS (Safety Instrumented System) configures quickly and easily to accept a single or dual input from a wide array of sensors and analog devices.
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Topics: Moore Industries

Holiday Recipes

Posted by TechStar on Dec 25, 2017 10:00:00 AM

Looking for some holiday recipes to make this season with your family and friends? Nothing says holidays (or smells like the holidays) more than gingerbread cookies. Bake them while sipping on White Christmas Margaritas to really get into the holiday spirit! 

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Topics: Aunt Vic's Kitchen, Mixing It Up With TechStar, Holiday

TechStar's 2018 Training Calendar

Posted by TechStar on Dec 21, 2017 2:00:00 PM

TechStar offers a wide variety of training options. Hands-on training is conducted by factory-certified personnel and provides detailed technical training materials. Training seminars are conducted at TechStar offices in Deer Park, Dallas, Corpus Christi or onsite at customer facilities.

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Topics: Training

Five Innovations in Fixed Gas Detection That Improve Plant Safety

Posted by TechStar on Dec 14, 2017 1:00:00 PM
Process and plant engineers know the dangers of undetected hazardous gases, especially in the oil/gas and chemical industries where hydrocarbon-based fluids are both the product and a daily safety challenge. There have been many great strides in the safety industry in adopting the latest digital technologies and advances in materials and construction techniques.
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Topics: MSA, Fixed Gas Solutions

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