Chemical Industry Newsletter – June 2023

Load Cells or Flow Meters?

Choosing the right equipment for your application can be difficult. Flow measurement applications are no exception. Though it might seem straight forward to choose flow meters, the answer is not always quite so simple. There is a strong case to be made for measuring based on weight. When deciding between flow meters and load cells for your flow measurement application, there are a number considerations to take into account.

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Whether you choose flow meters, load cells, or even level measurement to quantify material going in and out of your tanks, Cross is here to help. We have experts able to help with all of your needs!

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The Benefits of Intrinsically Safe Weighing Equipment

Weighing equipment in hazardous areas must not only withstand corrosion and harsh environments, but it must also operate without running the risk of igniting any flammable dust, fibers, or gas that may be present. Intrinsically safe technology offers many benefits and has become the ignition protection method of choice versus flameproof or purged enclosures.

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Are Your Pressure Gauges Safe?

Pressure gauges are essential for monitoring pressure in a variety of applications. However, they can fail for a variety of reasons.

For example, did you know vibration can cause the pointer on a pressure gauge to become erratic or inaccurate? Or that pulsating pressure can cause the same problems as vibration, and even damage the internal workings of the gauge? WIKA has put together an excellent article detailing 8 Common Reasons for Pressure Gauge Failure.

Changes for Class F Weights from NIST

NIST no longer recommends the purchase of Class F test weights. Check out this video from Troemner to learn more. 

Is it time for a new rail scale?

Cross Precision Measurement has the heavy capacity rail scales you need for precise measurement of raw materials coming into your facility and finished product being shipped out.  We have a team of weight and measurement experts available to not only spec the right scale but coordinate install and calibration!

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Did you know?

If you use Cross Precision Measurement for your calibration needs, all of your certs can be found in our calibration software, GageSuite. This award-winning software is completely free to you as a Cross calibration customer.

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Reduce Risk

The Draeger X-plore 8000, is a powered air purifying respirator (PAPR) that is designed to protect users from a wide range of airborne hazards. The X-plore 8000 features a lightweight, comfortable design as you can see in this over-the-top video. 

While you might not use the X-plore 8000 for parkour or freerunning, it is great for protecting your team from hazardous fumes in your facility. Contact us to learn more about how portable gas detectors can help reduce the risk of serious injury in your facility. 

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Raise Quality

If you are relying to weight data from your tanks for blending and batching, it is critical that you have accurate measurements to ensure the quality and consistency of your product.

Cross Precision Measurement can come onsite and calibrate your tanks to make sure you are using the best data when making your product. In some areas we can even calibrate your tanks without emptying them using RapidCal technology.

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Improve Efficiency

Cross has a certified UL 508A panel and integration shop with a team that brings extensive experience and quality to our panel projects.

Whether you need help from the design phase forward or just need extra hands to build quality panels that you have designed, our team is here to provide support and improve your efficiency!

See how our team can help improve quality, increase efficiency, and reduce risk

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Did you know… Cross Company is an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan). Our ESOP started in 1979 and as of 2006, we are 100% employee-owned! Learn more about our ESOP and how that benefits both team members and our customers.
Did you know... the precision measurement group at Cross was founded in 1939 by our current CEO's grandfather, Jim King. That's a whole lot of calibration!
Did you know... A fingerprint weighs about 50 micrograms. We know, we weighed it! The residue left from a finger can actually make a difference in weight results which is why we wear gloves when we calibrate weights. For reference, a sheet of paper is about 4.5 grams, that’s 4.5 million micrograms.
Did you know… Cross Company has grown significantly since our start in 1954. Over the years we've acquired 26 companies! Today, our five groups have expertise in everything from industrial automation to precision measurement, and industry knowledge going all the way back to 1939.