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Flotech Solutions are the exclusive UK distributor for Brooks Instrument, Brodie International and Eletta AB. We provide liquid and gas flow meters, flow measurement solutions, level indicators and transmitters and a wide range of other process instrumentation to industries as varied as Petrochemical, Steel, Chemical, Food, Semiconductor Doping, Laboratory, Analysis, Power and Water Treatment.

As well as Brooks, Brodie and Eletta products we have a vast array of process instrumentation at our disposal, from world class manufacturers like Emerson Process Management.

Flotech products are supplied to laboratories, Pilot plants, Industrial plants, Scientific Equipment manufacturers and any other industry needing precision gas or liquid flow measurement and control.

Friday 3 June 2011

MJ Wilson Group Purchase Flotech Solutions


We are pleased to announce that the M J Wilson Group Ltd has completed the acquisition of Flotech Solutions Ltd with effect from 2/6/2011.

The acquisition brings together two long established specialist Instrumentation companies, enabling us to combine our market expertise, geographical reach, service capabilities and technical experience, to provide customers with a broader range of products, supported by an extensive branch and field sales network throughout the U.K.

We are all very excited by the new partnership opportunities this will open up to us, which will create a much larger organisation capable of everything from trade counter sales right through to major turnkey projects.

There will be no immediate change to the way in which you interact or do business with M J Wilson Group or Flotech Solutions and your usual company representative will continue to be your point of contact.

We will of course keep you updated with any future changes. In the meantime, should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to make contact through your normal channel.


Thursday 12 May 2011

Eletta DP Flow Monitors


Did you know?

Flotech Solutions are the Exclusive UK distributor for Eletta AB of Sweden?

Eletta manufacture a large range of very reliable and robust Flow Monitors and Flow Switches, suitable for many liquid and gas applications.

This video shows the excellent Eletta 'S' series Flow Monitor/Flow Switch in operation and clearly shows the robust Differential Pressure principal of  flow measurement in operation.


Key Applications for ELETTA products are :-
Monitoring coolant flows in coolant & lubrication circuits
Antifreeze protection of heat pump systems
Dryout protection
Start/stop of pump motors
High temperature/High viscosity fluids
AND :
Are available sizes 15mm to 500mm brass or St/steel
Are rugged and reliable
Are suitable for either Gases or Liquids.

Call us today on 0161 406 2200 or email our sales office on info@flotech.co.uk for further information.

Monday 9 May 2011

The New Flowstrip

A new solution to Mass Flow Controller Interfacing. 
Flowstrip 5 is a new concept in compact and convenient “cable free” interfacing hardware for Brooks digital mass flow devices, S, SLA and 4800 Series, which have their ‘D’ connector mounted on the top surface. 
The Flowstrip 5 provides power and USB-RS485 communication to 5 digital flow devices. Simply pre align and mount the flow device on the Flowstrip mounting plate and press the Flowstrip into position to create a quick and easy plug and play solution in minutes.
This solution, along with the Brooks Smart Interface 0260 software, provides a fast, out-of -the-box solution, to controlling your Brooks Mass Flow devices.
For more information or to talk to one of our sales engineers, please contact us at enquiries@flotech.co.uk or 0161 406 2200.

Thursday 28 April 2011

Did you know ?

UKAS ISO 17025 Accreditation.
4518
Flotech Solutions has been awarded the prestigious UKAS accreditation for their gas flow calibration laboratory. Gas flow calibration can now be carried out at our Stockport facility in accordance with the exacting standard of ISO / IEC 17025:2005 further enhancing our existing laboratory calibration standards. As an addition to the internationally recognised NIST and NMI traceable standards which Flotech currently operate, the implementation of the ISO 17025 quality management system with it’s ability to highlight specifically derived uncertainties, now offers our customers an even greater level of confidence and assurance when seeking measurements relying upon accuracy and repeatability for important process applications.
To learn more about our Flow Meter Calibration and Repair services, please contact our service department on: 0161 406 2212 or email your enquiry to info@flotech.co.uk

Wednesday 20 April 2011

Exhibition Program 2011

Why not come along and see us at one of our Exhibitions this year? We are exhibiting at a number of shows, showing our entire range of products over the coming 7 months.
Come and talk to one of our experienced sales staff about your difficult or challenging flow applications, or just stop by to see what's new in the world of flow.

5th May - Science Technology and Innovation Workshops, Rutherford Appleton Laboratories , Harwell Science Campus , Didcot, Oxfordshire.
6th , 7th & 8th September – Offshore Europe , Aberdeen Exhibition Centre
14th & 15th September - Instrumentation Scotland, Aberdeen Exhibition Centre.
21st September - DECOM 2011 Sellafield Visitor Centre, Cumbria.
22nd September - TSA Conference & Exhibition, Hilton Hotel, Coventry
15th November – Teeside Institute of measurement and Control Exhibition , Marton, Middlesbrough.

Friday 15 April 2011

The most accurate PD Flowmeter in the world

This video shows the construction of the Brodie BiRotor Plus Positive Displacement flow meter, the most accurate flow meter in the world. This simple yet elegant design provides a Linearity of +/- 0.075% over the standard flow range, with a repeatability of +/- 0.01%.
Higher accuracies are possible on request.



The Birotor Plus range of flow meters are specifically designed for the Petroleum Industry, where their superior accuracy makes them ideal for Custody Transfer measurement, Tanker Loading and Biofuel Blending applications.

For more information on these products please contact us, or visit the Brodie International website.

Tuesday 12 April 2011

Flotech Solutions at FPS Expo

Flotech Solutions are today off to the Harrogate International Centre to set up our stand for the Federation of Petroleum Suppliers annual event.

The show is open on the 13th & 14th April, and will see a wide variety of professionals from across the UK, Europe and the USA visiting to check out the latest industry innovations, network with colleagues and learn about new legislation and other industry issues.


Flotech Solutions will be exhibiting the latest Brodie BiRotor Plus flow meters and Valves on stand C48. These PD meters are the most accurate in the world and are specifically designed for tanker loading and Ethanol blending duties.


If you're in the area why not come along and say hello to Bob Wrigley. He will be happy to discuss any flow applications you have.



Friday 8 April 2011

Did you know?


You already know Flotech as the U.K. distributor for the Brooks range of Mass flow controllers and Variable Area flowmeters. But did you know that Brooks now manufacture a complete range of Magnetic Level Gauges and Float Level Switches for a wide range of challenging process applications?

These robust magnetic level gauges and switches provide reliable liquid level measurement through the use of proven magnetic float technology which does not require any external power to operate. With this very simple but effective technology, engineers can continue to monitor liquid levels in tanks and vessels despite any unplanned power cuts. Optional alarms and transmitters are also available to enable remote monitoring if required. Sealed stainless steel, PVC, PVDF & PTFE measurement chambers enable a wide range of hazardous, corrosive or toxic liquids to be controlled and monitored safely.


Brooks Instrument Series 810 Magnetic Level Gauge

For many years, this proven range of instruments has monitored levels of some of the most highly aggressive liquids known in the process industry with complete safety. Liquid level & Interface detection within pressurised vessels and tanks from ranges as short as 1 foot to 20 feet in length ( and longer with a multiple section of units if required) are handled over fluid temperature ranges as low as minus 160 Deg C up to plus 400 DegC and pressures up to 3500 p.s.i
Applications:

Feed Water Heaters
Product Tank Monitoring
Condensate & Separator systems
Cryogenic liquids
Effluent Tanks

Brooks Instrument Series ANV & ANH Magnetic Level Switches

The Vertical (ANV Series) or Horizontal (ANH Series) Magnetic level switches are designed to detect level variations within vessels and tanks and activate alarms accordingly. They can be used for anything form water to the most highly aggressive, corrosive and hazardous liquids and are certified either explosion proof or intrinsically safe. Certified materials, NACE or Radiography options are also available – also any custom made specials can be requested.

 

Please contact our sales office on 0161 406 2200 to discuss your requirements, or email your enquiry to enquiries@flotech.co.uk where one of our sales engineers will provide you with a written quotation.

Tuesday 5 April 2011

New Brooks Smart Interface Software


Watch the new Brooks Instrument 0260 software package in action.

The 0260 package is a Microsoft Windows based software application which provides expanded control and monitoring capabilities for Brooks Mass flow meters and controllers with the RS485 Smart Protocol.
Together with the 0260 power supply/ RS485 to USB hardware module, this product provides a fantastic turnkey solution for monitoring and controlling up to 30 mass flow meters/controllers.
The BSI software allows the user to:
·         display full scale flow rate
·         display the measured flow rate
·         display and adjust the set point
·         display the device/alarm status
·         display and change valve over ride (VOR) status 

This software tool also provides data logging, batching, blending and the ability to create automated process recipes.

The control electronics and multidrop cable is supplied as a kit. It is the complete cost effective out- of- the- box solution to get your Brooks Instrument digital mass flow devices up and running in minutes. Simply install the USB driver, connect the cables to the Digibox and to the flow devices and that’s it….working flow meters or controllers!


Monday 4 April 2011

New Low Cost Flow Meter Line

The Key Instruments range of Glass Tube and Acrylic VA Flow Meters are ideal for many OEM users as we can offer precision engineered sizes and flow ranges for a variety of fluids. Their low cost and repeatable performance makes them ideal for many Medical, Chemical, Industrial and Laboratory applications. Key Instruments also offers a wide range of precision Flow Control Needle Valves.
Key Instruments has over twenty years experience in the manufacture of this type of flow meter, and their addition into the Brooks Instrument portfolio broadens our world leading brand even further.

For more information on this exciting new range of products please contact us, or you can visit the Key Instruments website. 

Introducing the Brooks DLI (Direct Liquid Injection) Vapouriser

The DLI Vapouriser is an extremely high performing vapouriser system which is capable of provide reliable and complete vapourisation of many expensive or difficult fluids. Featuring unique atomisation and heat exchanger technologies, Brooks DLI vapourisers deliver pure vapour for every application.
Applications Include :-
• Water Vapourisation for fuel cell stack/gas humidification.
• Liquid precursor vapourisation for Chemical Vapour Deposition (CVD), Metal Oxide Chemical vapour deposition (MOCVD) and Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD).
• Thin film deposition for enhanced thermal,optical or hardness treatment such as diamond- like carbon coating and glass coating.
• Waterproofing of Acrylic Polymers.
 To find out more visit our website.