A leading worldwide maker of premium base oil for lubricants, based in the western United States, has standardized on Cambridge Viscosity
Oil Viscosity Index Standardized Using In-line Viscometer
Sep 10, 2020 8:26:16 AM / by Admin posted in process viscometers, oil viscosity, refining
Refinery Viscosity Management: Lessons Learned
Sep 19, 2019 8:00:00 AM / by Admin posted in oil viscosity, refining, asphalt viscosity
Viscosity is one of the most important measures of refinery product quality. All refinery products are graded by viscosity.
Significant efforts are spent throughout refinery operations in achieving viscosity targets. Working with customers worldwide, Cambridge Viscosity has identified five factors most important for efficient and effective refinery viscosity management.
Leading Refiner Uses Explosion-proof Enclosures for Asphalt Viscosity
Jul 31, 2019 1:12:00 PM / by Admin posted in chemical processing, enclosure, explosion-proof, refining
Faced with improving viscosity control in a challenging processing environment, a leading South American oil refiner turned to Cambridge Viscosity. Cambridge responded by developing explosion-proof mounting enclosures to augment the viscosity control system the company relies upon for highly accurate viscosity measurement.
Major Refinery Prevents Downtime & Improves Bottom Line by Monitoring Oil Viscosity
Apr 1, 2019 10:00:00 AM / by Admin posted in process viscometers, 392 sensor, oil viscosity, monitor viscosity, refining, VISCOpro1600, compressor viscosity
Boston—Machinery failures, downtime and maintenance labor costs can kill a refiner’s bottom line profits. A major US oil company with refinery installations in North and South America has installed several Cambridge Viscosity VISCOpro viscometers to monitor oil viscosity, providing engineers with real-time information on oil quality. The viscometers utilize Cambridge’s 392 process sensors and are Class 1 Div 1 Group B, C, and D certified.
Expanded Lubrication Oil for Gas Compressors
Mar 12, 2019 7:59:00 AM / by Admin posted in process viscometers, lube oil, refining, gas compressor, oil monitoring, compressor viscosity
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High Temp, High Shear Viscometers For Asphalt Viscosity Control
Jun 19, 2018 11:00:00 AM / by Admin posted in 392 sensor, refining, VISCOpro1600, high pressure viscometer, asphalt viscosity
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Cambridge Flanged Viscometer Registered in ABSA Program
May 9, 2018 12:00:00 PM / by Admin posted in process viscometers, 392 sensor, oil viscosity, refining, marine fuel
Boston—Cambridge Viscosity’s flanged viscometer, or SPL/C 392 sensor, has been accepted for registration in the Alberta Boilers Safety Association (ABSA) Design Registration Program. This designation certifies that the sensor design complies with the Safety Codes Act.
“Being accepted into ABSA’s program certifies that the SPL/C 392 sensor can be used in high pressureenvironments up to 1400 PSI,” says Cambridge Director of Engineering Daniel Airey. “This sensor is particularly effective for marine fuel, oil pipelines and refineries.”
The SPL/C 392 in-line viscometer provides continuous, real-time measurement of temperature and viscosity. The sensor’s patented technology is based upon a simple, reliable electromagnetic concept. Two coils pull a piston back and forth within a constantly refreshed sample of process fluid. Proprietary circuitry analyzes the piston’s travel time to measure absolute viscosity. A built-in resistance temperature detector (RTD) senses the actual temperature in the measurement chamber.
Measurements can be made in any of the 13 different 20:1 viscosity ranges, covering a span of 0.2 to 20,000 cP. The sensor is designed with a four-bolt stainless steel SAE Code 61 flange and is easily installed in pipelines ranging from 2” and larger. The sensor’s self-cleaning feature provides for low-maintenance and ease-of-use across applications.
About Cambridge Viscosity
Cambridge Viscosity is the leading supplier of automated viscometers used by oil exploration and refining, coating, chemical and life science companies to optimize product and process performance. Cambridge Viscosity's sensors and viscometer systems conform to ASTM, DIN, JIS and ISO standards, with a range of models designed to meet specific industry and application needs.
Type certifications include ATEX, CE and FM. CSA certification is available upon request. Cambridge's global reach provides application engineering support and service wherever and whenever needed. To learn more visit www.cambridgeviscosity.com.
Biodiesel Viscosity Research at Kansas University with High-Pressure Viscometer
Sep 14, 2017 2:44:00 PM / by Admin posted in biodiesel, international, high temperature viscometer, refining, high pressure viscometer, research, lab viscometer
Process Viscometers Control Quality of Fuel-Efficient Diesel Blend
Jun 15, 2017 12:00:00 AM / by Admin posted in VISCOpro2000, monitor viscosity, diesel viscosity, refining, in-line viscometers, 372 sensor
Boston—One of the largest US refineries has installed Cambridge Viscosity process viscometers at their diesel refinery in Texas. The company is using three VISCOpro 2000 viscometers, combined with 372 sensors, to monitor the quality of the viscosity of a diesel formulation that includes sulfur. The refinery has plans to use the viscosity system for full control of the process in the near future.
The viscometers are installed in one-quarter inch bypass lines, and set up for the final production stage to ensure quality control of their fuel-efficient diesel mixture. The VISCOpro 2000 allows for automated, continuous monitoring, as well as hands-on control, including the ability to change settings, measure different attributes, and capture and analyze real-time data. The viscometer can be programmed for up to 40 different fluid settings—enabling rapid changeovers in production processes—and features control set points and alarms (six different settings), using an easy menu-driven interface.
“The refiner chose the VISCOpro 2000 due to the sensor’s ability to precisely measure and control viscosity,” says CVI Senior Applications Engineer Cole Nee “The viscometer’s rugged construction is vibration resistant, and is designed to withstand the harsh conditions and demands of the refinery environment. Our viscometers are easy to operate and low-maintenance.”
About Cambridge Viscosity
Cambridge Viscosity, a leader in small sample viscometer systems for laboratory and process environments, designs automated viscometers used worldwide in petroleum, exploration and refining applications to ensure accurate viscosity in both lab and operations. Cambridge’s worldwide reach is important for providing application engineering support and service wherever and whenever needed.
Cambridge Viscosity’s sensors and viscometer systems conform to ASTM, DIN, JIS and ISO standards, with a range of models designed to meet specific industry and application needs. Certifications include ATEX Class 1, Div. 1, CE, FM and NEMA. CSA certification is also available upon request.
Major Gulf Coast Refiner Uses In-Line Viscosity Control for Diesel Fuel Refining
May 10, 2017 9:58:00 AM / by Admin posted in process viscometers, refining
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Chevron Updates Older Viscosity Systems for Better Lube Oil Product Reliability
Feb 6, 2017 9:00:00 AM / by Admin posted in process viscometers, lube oil, lube oil viscosity, refining
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CVI Compressor Viscometer Used As Industry Standard Worldwide
Jan 23, 2017 10:00:00 AM / by Admin posted in process viscometers, 501 sensor, 571 sensor, refining, compressor viscosity, refrigerant viscosity
Boston—Cambridge Viscosity compressor viscometers have become the refrigerant industry standard worldwide. Compressor manufacturers are always looking for ways to improve their products and enhance energy efficiency, while also using more environmentally friendly refrigerants. Viscosity is an important metric, as the ideal refrigerant blend allows for optimal output of the compressor.