Press Releases

Bürkert improves functionality of ELEMENT controllers

Since its launch in 2008, Bürkert's ELEMENT range of positioners and process controllers has revolutionised the design and operation of many automated processes, especially hygienic applications and those that benefit from a decentralised control structure. With a process of continuous improvement, Bürkert has recently improved the functionality of the Type 869x positioners and controllers.

Gas control for metal surface treatments

In recent years there has been significant growth in the use and diversity of different techniques for metal surface treatment, thanks to the ability of these processes to alter the surface properties of a material without affecting the bulk characteristics. In order to gain maximum benefit from these techniques it is essential that the process systems employed on the application machines use highly precise and dependable gas control and flow measurement equipment.

Measuring pH in a food-safe environment

Food processing covers a wide range of activities all of which require both food safety and quality standards to be met to ensure that consumers receive high quality products. One of the more vital parameters that plays a part in this is pH since it governs both physical and chemical reactions during food production as well as inhibiting the growth of pathogens.

Ian Webster, Hygienic Processing Segment Manager at Bürkert UK, looks at the importance of measuring pH and the most efficient methods of achieving accurate pH control.

Safety-related valve shut-down

Machines must be constructed so that their functions harm neither human beings nor property. Safety is the top priority. Bürkert has expanded the versatile Type 8640 valve island and the Type 8644 automation system to include new versions of the Type 6524 and 6525 pneumatic valves for safety-related shut-down. These valves enable the safe shut-down of processes up to performance level c.

Process control design – Don’t let ATEX restrict your plans

Manufacturers have developed a huge range of products and systems that can be combined and integrated to produce bespoke process control systems. However, when the application involves operating in potentially explosive atmospheres, designers could be forgiven for thinking that the choice of design might be restricted.

Precision control with astounding speed

The advantages of electromotive actuators are receiving more attention in process automation. As simple, smart systems they offer diverse opportunities for process optimisation. With the Type 3360/3361 electromotive seat valves Bürkert offers a complete process control valve that sets new standards with respect to performance, reliability and cost-effectiveness. Potential uses for the new valves include applications with stringent requirements for control accuracy and process stability, as well as applications in which operation without a compressed air system is advantageous.

Bürkert application segmentation

Bürkert application segmentation has one simple essence; to connect to you to deliver optimised fluid control solutions.

Desktop Autoclaves

Desktop autoclaves are extremely useful for providing quick, reliable sterilisation for small implements when space is at a premium. Traditionally these machines have been expensive and high maintenance; however through the reliability of Bürkert’s solenoid valve range, MDS Medical Ltd has changed the status-quo to offer high performance, low maintenance desktop autoclaves at reasonable prices.

Bürkert presents a game-changing type of inline flowmeter

In the past, Surface Acoustic Wave (SAW) technology has not been used for inline measurement of the flow rate in pipes. Now Bürkert presents FLOWave – a completely new SAW-based device that allows a flow measurement of liquids without any parts within the tube and eliminates many weaknesses of established flowmeter principles in the market. Further special advantages result from using FLOWave as a multi-parameter measurement device, the independency of the fluid’s conductivity as well as the low weight and small outer dimensions.

Comprehensive service that makes the customer happy

At Brau Beviale from 10 - 12 November 2015 Bürkert’s new comprehensive service bundle for customers will be in the spotlight. To guarantee maximum customer benefits and optimal service the Ingelfingen-base fluidics expert has expanded its services and bundled them under the name BürkertPlus.

Bürkert Campus Criesbach visibly grows in height

Thanks to the perfect collaboration between general contractor Wolff & Müller, planners and builder-owner Bürkert the 30 million major construction site in Criesbach makes great progress.

Innovative diaphragm valve bodies thanks to modern hydroforming technology

Bürkert Fluid Control Systems presents a completely new body type for diaphragm valves that is particularly aimed at applications in hygienic environments. The bodies, manufactured through the use of a patented manufacturing procedure, so-called hydroforming technology, satisfy the highest requirements imposed on materials and cleanability. With a lightweight, sustainable, and hygienic design the tube valve bodies are unique and compensate the weaknesses of forged and cast valve bodies.