Understanding Self-Cleaning Filters for Mid-West Industrial & Electrical Industries

November 15, 2021

Self-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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Understanding Selective Catalytic Reduction

September 15, 2021

Selective catalytic reduction (SCR) is an advanced active emissions control technology system that reduces stationary source emissions in diesel engines. Because of its exceptional economic and environmental benefits, SCR has been particularly helpful in meeting the Environmental Protection Agency’s latest diesel engine emission standards for heavy-duty vehicles, off-road equipment, and diesel passenger vehicles. SCR for […]

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What is CSA B51-14? Piping Codes & Standards

August 25, 2021

The Canadian Standards Association (CSA) is recognized by OSHA as a Nationally Recognized Testing Laboratory and is accredited and recognized by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy. CSA B51-14 is a boiler, pressure vessel, and pressure piping code that’s important to companies in the Midwest that are involved in fields […]

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Knowing Your Alcohol Chemical & Physical Properties

August 15, 2021

Alcohols are organic compounds that are characterized by the presence of one, two, or more hydroxyl groups (−OH) attached to the carbon atom in an alkyl group or hydrocarbon chain. If you’re just learning about alcohol in the Midwest, or you’re in need of a refresher, here’s a primer from Mid-West Instrument.What is Alcohol? Alcohol comes […]

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National Backflow Prevention Day

August 5, 2021

August 16, 2021, is National Backflow Prevention Day, which commemorates one of the world’s first backflow-related tragedies and recognizes the countless advancements made in backflow prevention technology since then. Over the ensuing decades, these advancements have improved the daily lives and overall health of billions of people worldwide.What is National Backflow Prevention Day? National Backflow […]

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Backflow Testing

What Happens if My Backflow Test Fails?

July 16, 2021

If your backflow test failed in the Midwest, you’ll be faced with two options: repair or replace. The right decision depends on several criteria, e.g. how old the backflow assembly is, are repair parts readily available, and whether it’s less expensive to replace the assembly than repair. Mid-West Instrument reviews some of the most important […]

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HEPA Filter

What You Need to Know about HEPA Air Filters

July 6, 2021

HEPA (short for High-Efficiency Particulate Arresting) is an acronym that many homeowners and business owners in the Midwest are familiar with in conjunction with several cleaning products, including air filters. But if you’re one of those people, there are probably some things you don’t know about HEPA air filters–and Mid-West Instrument is here to help. […]

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What is Carbolic Acid

Carbolic Acid Origins & Uses

June 29, 2021

Discovered in the mid-19th century, carbolic acid (also known as phenol) is today found in several industries in the Midwest and worldwide, including the production of plastics, dyes, and disinfectants. What Is Carbolic Acid? Carbolic acid is an aromatic organic compound in the form of a volatile white crystalline solid. It is mildly acidic and requires careful handling because […]

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Proper Oil Analysis

How Companies Benefit From An Oil Analysis

June 20, 2021

Take it from Mid-West Instrument–an oil analysis is a relatively simple procedure that’s instrumental in confirming the condition of a lubricant. Moreover, oil analyses are a big help when it comes to developing a plan for oil treatment and replacement, ensuring maximum output and protection for the machines on your production floor. What are the […]

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