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This section provides an overview for turbine flow meters as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 6 turbine flow meter manufacturers and their company rankings.
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A turbine flow meter is an instrument used to measure the flow rate of a fluid by detecting the rotation of a turbine rotor within the flow.
This device's operating principle is based on the rotation of the turbine rotor, which is directly proportional to the fluid's flow rate, enabling precise measurements. Turbine flow meters are extensively used in various industrial settings, including the measurement of water, gas, and steam flows. They are also crucial in energy sectors for monitoring the flow of crude oil and natural gas, and in environmental contexts for measuring sewage and wastewater flow rates.
Notable features of a turbine flow meter include high-precision measurement capabilities and the ability to measure instantaneous flow rates by responding quickly to changes in fluid flow. They are adaptable to a broad range of measurement needs, with adjustments in turbine rotor size and speed. Proper usage requires ensuring the fluid is free of solid particles and maintaining stable temperature and pressure conditions, as well as ensuring an adequate length of straight piping for accurate measurement.
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ERDCO Engineering Corp. is a manufacturer of flow measurement instruments established in 1946 and based in Evanston, Illinois, USA. The company specializes in instruments for measuring liquids and steam in industrial processes. These products include flow switches for flow or no-flow indication, flow rate meters for direct reading of flow rate, and flow totalizers for providing total flow or batch control. The company’s products are mainly used in the industrial processing sector, with additional applications in food and beverage processing and wastewater management.
McCrometer Inc., founded in 1955 and headquartered in Hemet, California, is a manufacturer of flow meter solutions and is among the Veralto Water Quality companies. It serves customers’ needs in liquid, gas, and steam fluid processes in diverse markets such as agriculture irrigation, aerospace, and pharmaceutical. The company can test flow meters ranging from ½ to 72 inches in diameter. The company’s Porterville flow lab is one of the largest volumetric test facilities belonging to a meter manufacturer, and it offers accuracy and calibration from 3 to 48-inch diameter with the accuracy assured by ISO 17025 Accreditation.
Clark Solutions, established in 1962 and headquartered in Massachusetts, United States, is a supplier and distributor of fluid handling products. The company offers a wide range of products, including pumps, valves, and instruments, among others, serving industries such as chemical processing, pharmaceuticals, and food and beverage. These industries rely on the company's solutions for precise fluid control in tasks like transferring, mixing, and flow control, ensuring the accuracy and efficiency of operations.
HydraCheck was established in 1990 and headquartered in West Valley City, Utah. The company is a distributor of diagnostic testing and maintenance for hydraulic systems across North America. The company provides support services for end customers as well as mechanics and technicians. The company’s product lines include testing products, diagnostic kits, and safety devices. Testing products include flanges, gauges, and thermometers while kits include identification kits and test kits. The company's safety devices include goggles, models, and guides.
Aichi Tokei Denki Co., Ltd., founded in 1898, is a Japanese manufacturer and supplier headquartered in Atsuta-ku, Nagoya, specializing in measuring equipment. The company offers an array of liquid measuring equipment, including electromagnetic, electronic, and residential water meters, as well as electromagnetic, micro stream, and ultrasonic flow sensors. It also provides a range of gas measuring equipment, including gas meters, pressure-reducing valves, as well as ultrasonic flow meters for compressed air, fuel gas, and nitrogen. These products find applications in residential settings, as well as building and infrastructure management. They cater to a range of industries, including energy, healthcare, and medical sectors.
Drum-Mates Inc. is a designer and manufacturer of industrial liquid processing and container handling equipment established in 1963 in Lumberton, New Jersey, USA. The company’s product lineup includes pumps, mixers, and heaters for drums and intermediate bulk containers (IBCs). It also offers hand dispensing nozzles, custom-engineered lifting equipment, and wholesaling of OEM process equipment. The company’s products are used in industrial processing operations, such as in the food and beverage, chemical, and water treatment sectors.
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United States of America
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4 | 80.0% |
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Japan
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1 | 20.0% |
