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July 30 2021 Process Analytical

Can Aluminum be Used for Testing Ammonia?

A group from Konkuk University in Korea tested SilcoNert 2000 on aluminum and compared the results with anodized aluminum. Can Aluminum be Used for Testing Ammonia? A group from Konkuk University in...

June 04 2021 Process Analytical

Reliable Emissions Monitoring and Subpart Ja Flare Sampling

Learn how SilcoNert coated sample paths can improve emissions monitoring of Sulfur, SO2, H2S and VOC detection in refinery, process, stack, CEM, and flare sampling systems. Reliable Emissions...

May 21 2021 Process Analytical

Improved Inertness and Corrosion Resistance for Aluminum

SilcoTek enhanced the aluminum CVD coating process. The results are impressive! Improved Inertness and Corrosion Resistance for Aluminum SilcoTek® refined the coating process to expand our already...

March 19 2021 Process Analytical

Tips for Preventing Gas Regulator Failures

We discuss tips on how to prevent gas regulator failures in spec gas and chemical process gas delivery systems. Tips for Preventing Gas Regulator Failures Gas regulators are at the forefront of...

February 05 2021 Process Analytical

Does Steam Exposure Change Silicon Coatings?

Does steam exposure alter our coating characteristics? We tested our coatings to find out. Does Steam Exposure Change Silicon Coatings? Customers asked what is the effect of steam exposure on our...

January 08 2021 Process Analytical

Addressing Common Stainless Steel Surface Imperfections

In this blog post we'll discuss the various types of surface defects that contribute to an imperfect stainless steel appearance, and how to correct or prevent imperfections. In this blog post you...

October 16 2020 Process Analytical

Getting the Most Out of Your Analytical or Process System

Getting the performance results you want from process or analytical systems requires good design as well as thought toward maintaining the system throughout its life. Getting the Most Out of Your...

October 09 2020 Process Analytical

It's like having an R&D Scientist Working For You

When you place an order with SilcoTek, there are a lot of people working for you; including your own R&D staff. Well not really but that's pretty much what you're getting! It's Like Having an R&D...

September 11 2020 Process Analytical

Can SilcoTek Change the Corrosion Game in Metal Filters?

We put metal filters to the test to see if our coatings improve corrosion resistance. Can SilcoTek Change the Corrosion Game in Metal Filters? Powder metallurgy offers a variety of advantages over...