L.J. Star Handbook Offers Guidance on Applications of Sight Flow Indicators

Nov. 14, 2012 - PRLog -- L.J. Star Inc., the leading provider of process observation equipment, has published a handbook that provides expert technical guidance on the selection of sight flow indicators in process applications. The 14-page “Sight Flow Indicators Handbook” will be an invaluable tool for process operators who use sight flow indicator devices in process pipelines to provide a visual means of verifying liquid flow.  

The handbook outlines the types of applications in which sight flow indicators may be applied as well as points to keep in mind when specifying a sight flow indicator, including direction of flow, characteristics of the process material, selection of the body material, gasket material, type of glass, window design and mounting type.

Detailed feature and benefit information is included regarding the various types of sight flow indicators, including 360-degree-view flow indicators, view-through flow indicators, flapper style flow indication, visual flow meters, rotary style indication, drip indicators, ball flow indicators and flutter style indication. Accessories such as steam jackets, cameras, lighting, and washers and wipers are covered as well.

The type of material used in sight flow indicators can vary depending upon the process medium. The handbook outlines which construction types are appropriate for differing applications. It also provides tips for the prevention of sight glass failures as well as proper installation and maintenance.

To obtain a copy of the L.J. Star Sight Flow Indicators Handbook, visit the L. J. Star website at http://www2.ljstar.com/l/12112/2012-11-07/5m9d2.

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About L.J. Star

L.J. Star Incorporated provides an extensive line of process observation equipment – sight glasses, lights, sanitary fittings, and level gage instrumentation. Product lines include Metaglas® Safety Sight Windows, Lumiglas® Explosion Proof Lights and Cameras, Sight Flow Indicators, Sight Ports, Sanitary Clamps, Magnetic Level Gages and Gage Glass. Metaglas is the #1 selling fused sight glass, proven in thousands of installations around the world. Unlike some other sight glasses, it meets stringent DIN 7079 and DIN 7080 quality standards, and it is approved for USP Type I use. For additional information, or to request third-party documentation of standards compliance and product performance claims, contact L.J. Star Incorporated, P.O. Box 1116, Twinsburg, OH 44087. Phone: 330-405-3040. Fax: 330-405-3070. Email: view@ljstar.com. Website: www.ljstar.com.