Smart, small, easy to install: Knowledge of technology trends helps users select control for process applications

摘要

The ability to accurately control, display, and record temperature values is critical to many industrial applications such as chemical and pharmaceutical processing, plastic injection molding, commercial ovens, and kilns. With the wide variety of temperature controls available-each with specific benefits and application advantages-engineers involved in selecting these devices should make sure they are up to speed on the latest technology trends. Understanding selection criteria, cost requirements, and the operational and performance characteristics of each unique process can lead to reduced installed and life-cycle costs and help users employ the right amount of control for their application requirements. Improper selection and installation of temperature controllers, such as the single-loop style, can have a dramatic affect on product quality and usefulness.