Category Archives: Applications

In modern biopharma manufacturing, water-for-injection (WFI) point-of-use (POU) control systems provide sterile, temperature-controlled water to be dispensed at a variety of locations throughout a plant. Many POU methods rely on level and mass measurements, which typically require operator oversight during dispensing. A newer option relies on flow measurement, which can streamline cleanroom processes and simplify Read More

Ammonia cracking is a chemical process that breaks down ammonia into its component elements of nitrogen and hydrogen. The process typically involves high temperatures and the use of catalysts. While it is used in a variety of industrial processes, ammonia cracking is attracting more and more interest lately because it offers practical benefits for both Read More

Equilibar has introduced an expansion of products in their FDO series of sanitary fluid control valves as well as shortened lead times for delivery of most existing FDO models. The new sanitary valves for low flow will open up opportunities and expand options for system designers. Superior precision now possible for more pharmaceutical, personal care, Read More

Pyrolysis is the thermal decomposition of materials at elevated temperatures. Pyrolysis processes have a wide variety of uses throughout industry—they are used to break down heavy hydrocarbons in oil refining, for example, and to reduce organic matter to elemental carbon for charcoal production. Pyrolysis reactors are particularly well suited for Equilibar technology because they involve Read More

The Equilibar team is glad to send warm holiday wishes to our customers and partners around the world. We continue to be thankful for safety during Hurricane Helene and we’re grateful for all the agencies and individuals who are helping Western North Carolina recover. While Equilibar offices will be closed December 25th and 26th as well Read More

Electrolysis is the chemical process of using electricity to divide a molecule into its component parts. It plays a key role in hydrogen and other renewable energy technologies, which has led to increased exploration and activity in the field. Many electrolysis applications require extremely precise fluid control that can respond to changes almost immediately. The Read More

It’s difficult to overstate the wide range of applications that use spraying technology. Spray coating systems can be used to wash fresh fruit or to frost gourmet cookies. They can also be used to apply molten glue coatings in industrial processes or paint finishes on consumer goods. And everything in between. Many of these applications Read More

For years, Equilibar’s direct-sealing diaphragm technology has been popular among scientists and engineers working in cryogenics. Historically, Equilibar’s cryogenic applications have included work in radio astronomy, pharmaceuticals and aerospace products. More recently, our engineers have reported exciting new cryogenic applications related to cryogenic fuel pump testing for rockets and liquid hydrogen storage for green energy Read More

Over the past year, Equilibar’s engineers have reported an increase in inquiries regarding process control of liquid cooling loops. These systems–also called chiller loops–are used to circulate cooling fluids to keep a process at a desired temperature. They play an important role in semiconductor manufacturing as well as hydrogen fuel cells, brewing and fermentation chambers, Read More

From single-use valves for TFF to a redesigned sanitary safety relief valve, Equilibar and Steriflow have been exploring synergistic ways to combine two distinct technologies to create better fluid control solutions for the biopharmaceutical industry since 2021. As they prepare for the April 2024 INTERPHEX show in New York City, Single Use Technology Manager Ryan Read More