RoHS stands for the Restriction of Hazardous Substances in electrical and electronic equipment. RoHS, also known as Directive 2002/95/EC, originated in the European Union and restricts the use of specific hazardous materials, and impacts a wide array of products in the electronics industry. Continue reading “What is RoHS?”
Ask the Expert: Series TSW Weatherproof Digital Temperature Switch Walk-through

The Digital Temperature Switch, Series TSW, combines the trusted, reliable TS family of temperature controls with an installation friendly weatherproof enclosure. Units come standard with an easy-to-read LED display that will indicate the current output status and temperature measurement. The TSW is ideal for applications such as: chillers, walk-in coolers, wood boilers, and brewing systems. Continue reading “Ask the Expert: Series TSW Weatherproof Digital Temperature Switch Walk-through”
The Importance of Instrument Calibration
Calibration is the comparison and adjustment of a reading from an instrument in correlation with the reading of a higher accuracy piece of equipment. The overall goal of this process is to minimize measurement uncertainty and ensure the accuracy of an instrument.
How to Choose a Proper Temperature Sensor

There are three main types of temperature sensors, and each one has its own strengths and weaknesses. Today we’ll be discussing the advantages/disadvantages of each RTD temperature sensors, thermistors, and thermocouples. Continue reading “How to Choose a Proper Temperature Sensor”
Hydraulic Fracturing for Oil Extraction
In the past few years, oil production in the United States has skyrocketed. In fact, the U.S. is out-producing many OPEC countries and is currently on track to become one of the largest oil-producing countries in the world, alongside Russia and Saudi Arabia.[1] The top oil producing region in the U.S. is known as the Permian Basin, which includes parts of Texas and New Mexico. Other major oil-producing states include Colorado, Oklahoma, North Dakota, Alaska, and California.[2] Continue reading “Hydraulic Fracturing for Oil Extraction”