5 Signs Your Flow Meter Needs Maintenance or Replacement
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Flow meters play a vital role in many industries, from oil and gas to water treatment and food processing. They provide accurate measurements that keep systems running safely and efficiently. But like any mechanical or electronic equipment, flow meters can wear down or drift out of spec over time. Recognizing early warning signs can help…
How to Size a Turbine Flow Meter for Accurate Measurement
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Selecting the right turbine flow meter for your application involves much more than choosing a size that matches your pipe diameter. Turbine flow meters must be sized based on the system’s actual operating conditions—especially the flow rate, pressure, temperature, and fluid characteristics. Getting the sizing right ensures optimal performance, long-term reliability, and consistent accuracy. Step…
Comparing In-Line and Clamp-On Flow Meters: Pros and Cons
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Flow meters play a critical role in measuring liquid flow rates across industries, from water treatment to oil and gas. Two of the most common types are in-line flow meters and clamp-on flow meters. While both serve the same fundamental purpose, they differ significantly in installation, accuracy, cost, and application suitability. This article compares their…
The Most Common Types of Gases Measured in Industrial Process
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What Are The Most Common Gases Metered? Accurate gas flow measurement is critical in a wide range of industries, from manufacturing and energy production to healthcare and environmental monitoring. Different gases have unique properties that require specific measurement techniques and technologies. In this blog, we’ll explore the most commonly measured gases in flow applications, their…
The Most Common Types of Water Measured by Liquid Flow Meters
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Water is one of the most essential resources used across a wide range of industries. From municipal water systems to agriculture and industrial processes. Liquid flow meters play an integral role in measuring the flow of water, ensuring efficiency, and meeting regulatory standards. They help operators maintain smooth operations and prevent wastage in applications where…
How Sanitary Flow Meters Improve Accuracy in Dairy Processing
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Dairy processing is a highly regulated industry where accuracy and hygiene are critical. Whether it’s milk, cream, yogurt, or cheese production, precise flow measurement ensures product consistency, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency. Sanitary flow meters play a crucial role in achieving these goals, providing accurate and reliable measurement while meeting stringent hygiene standards. What Type…
How Different End Connections Affect the Pressure Rating of Flow Meters
Choosing the right flow meter isn’t just about selecting the meter type or sizing it for specific applications. The type of end connection used on a flow meter plays a significant role in determining its pressure rating and overall performance. In many industries, whether oil and gas, chemical processing, or water management, understanding how different…
What is flow rate and how is it measured?
Flow rate is a fundamental concept in fluid dynamics, measuring the quantity of fluid passing through a given point in a system over a specific period. It is essential in industries such as oil and gas, chemical processing, water treatment, and pharmaceuticals, where accurate flow measurement ensures efficiency, safety, and regulatory compliance. There are different…
4 Common Myths About Liquid Flow Meters Debunked
Liquid flow meters play a critical role in industries that rely on precise measurements of liquid flow, such as oil and gas and chemical processing. However, misconceptions about flow meters often lead to improper usage, reduced efficiency, and unnecessary costs. As a leading manufacturer of turbine flow meters, Turbines, Inc. is here to debunk some of…
Hydrogen and Turbine Flow Meters: Understanding the Connection
Founded in 1975, Turbines, Inc. has earned an industry-leading reputation for excellent quality, innovative engineering, price, delivery and outstanding customer service. Since Turbines inception, the principal goal is to provide a solid, efficient, and most importantly, an accurate measurement investment while also reducing the use of one resource that cannot be manufactured – time. Turbine…