Panel mount digital controllers are commonly used for process control. However, many digital panel meters (DPMs) can also perform process control functions. A panel meter is a good choice when advanced control functions, such as PID, are not required, and on/off or proportional control is sufficient. Why use a panel meter? (more...)
February 21-23, Orange County Convention Center, Orlando FL
The POWERGEN International® conference and exhibition serves as a business and networking hub for electricity generators, utilities and equipment providers engaged in power generation. Each year power producers, suppliers, consultants, OEMs, and large-scale energy users gather at POWERGEN International® to discuss challenges faced by all energy stakeholders and discover new solutions. (more...)
The purpose of a tap changer is to regulate the output voltage of a transformer by altering the number of turns in one winding and thus changing the turns ratio of the transformer. There are two types of tap changers: a de-energized (off-load) tap changer and an energized (on-load) tap changer. (more...)
Flow is an essential measurement in many industrial processes. In the typical application, a flow sensor is used to determine the volume of liquid or gas that passes thru a pipe, in liters/sec, GPM or similar units. Modern sensors incorporate electronics that can correct for varying pressure, temperature, density, non-linearities, (more...)
Isolating the measuring instrument from other circuits and earth is a simple task when using an analog meter. Most analog meters have two terminals to connect the input and no other circuit connections. The plastic case provides an insulation barrier to the metal panel or cabinet, which is tied to earth for safety. (more...)