When ensuring optimum indoor air quality, HVAC technicians must account for a range of factors such as airflow, relative humidity, and particulate build-up. Whether individually or collectively, these factors can have a significant impact on performance and comfort. There are several instruments used by HVAC professionals to monitor and check said factors, one of which […]
Read MoreHow Differential Pressure Gauges Affect HVAC Checks
February 11, 2022Know Your Flow
February 7, 2022Whether your application is backflow prevention, reverse flow detection, or natural gas filtration in the Midwest, with high-quality gauges from Mid-West Instruments you’ll always know your flow. The following models are just a small sampling of what we have to offer. Model 142 This diaphragm-type gauge provides a terminal strip interface to aid in the ease […]
Read MoreUnderstanding Hazardous Location Designations
January 24, 2022Hazardous locations in the Midwest are areas where a combination of electrical equipment and the presence of flammable/ignitable gasses, liquids, vapors, or combustible dust creates a risk of fire or explosion. In such areas, the need for explosion-proof and fireproof equipment from Mid-West Instrument is essential. The National Electrical Code (NEC) along with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) […]
Read MoreNatural Gas Filtration 101
January 11, 2022A natural gas filter is used to remove impurities present in raw natural gas in the Midwest. There are different types of natural gas filters designed for the filtration of different kinds of contaminants in solid, liquid, and vapor forms. The best filters remove virtually all of these contaminants, allowing for maximum flow rate and […]
Read MoreUnderstanding Hysteresis in Industrial Applications
December 27, 2021Hysteresis is present in diverse industries across the Midwest, ranging from physics, chemistry, and engineering to biology and economics. It is incorporated in many artificial systems: for example, in thermostats and Schmitt triggers, hysteresis prevents unwanted frequent switching. Hysteresis Giving You Hysteria? Contact Mid-West Instrument for Custom Hysteresis Solutions! What is Hysteresis? Hysteresis is the dependence of the state […]
Read MoreUnderstanding the CE Mark
December 13, 2021Many products manufactured in the Midwest require Conformitè Europëenne (CE) marking before they can be sold in the European Union (EU). CE marking indicates that a product has been assessed by the manufacturer and deemed to meet EU safety, health, and environmental protection requirements. Mid-West Instrument can help your business understand the mark and how to […]
Read MoreBackflow Tester Certification in the Midwest
December 13, 2021A backflow preventer is a device that’s installed on a commercial property’s water pipes. The system’s sole purpose is to ensure that water only flows in one direction, and never in the opposite direction. This prevents drinking water from being contaminated due to backflow. Periodic certification is required in the Midwest to ensure the system is operating […]
Read MoreBuyer’s Guide to Strainer Monitoring
November 29, 2021Over the last decade, the strainer industry has made tremendous progress in terms of strainer monitoring technologies. With the strainers themselves becoming more efficient and compact while embracing innovative new materials and designs, strainer monitors have kept pace in this fast-changing environment. What is Strainer Monitoring? Under normal operating conditions the differential pressure across a […]
Read MoreUnderstanding Self-Cleaning Filters for Mid-West Industrial & Electrical Industries
November 15, 2021Self-cleaning filters are found in a variety of applications, ranging from farming and food processing to water treatment and sewage. Electricity generation is another area where self-cleaning filters are widely used. Mid-West Instrument has decades of experience in matching our clients with the right filter for the right application. What are Self-Cleaning Filters? Self-cleaning filters […]
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