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Specific Gravity & Float Switches: Here’s What You Need to Know

February 16, 2018

If you’re in the process of selecting a float switch for your application, you’ve likely come across the question of what the specific gravity (SG) of the liquid being measured is. The SG is a characteristic that relates to the …

Level Sensing: A Focus on Switches

February 12, 2018

Liquid level sensing is important in many industries and applications. From food and beverage to medical, industrial and even automotive. These sensors help predict failures, send early warnings and prevent catastrophes. In this blog, we’ll take a closer look at …

Closed vs. Open Float Switches and Why You Should Care

February 5, 2018

Float switches, in very basic terms, are used to detect the presence or absence of liquid (or another substance) in a tank. By measuring the level, it’s possible to determine how much is present or not present and based on …

Prevent Pump Failure, Choose the Right Float Switch

January 26, 2018

Float switches play an important role in pumping systems used to prevent flooding in various applications and industries. Typically, a float switch activates a pump system that relocates water (or other liquid) when it reaches a pre-indicated level. But sometimes, …

Float Switch Failure Partly to Blame for Fishing Boat Diesel Spill

January 17, 2018

Float switches play an important role in many industries. From detecting the level of liquid inside of a tank to controlling devices and even setting off alarms when pre-set parameters are met. The significance of a float switch increases when …

Study: Global Float Switch Market to Continue Upward Trend

January 12, 2018

The global float switch market is on a steady incline with growth rates increasing by $43.9M. This accounts for a CAGR of more than 3 percent according to the latest research from TechNavio. Float Switch Applications Float switches are significant …

Ford Recall Highlights Need for Level Sensors in Automobiles

January 12, 2018

Car recalls are a common occurrence. Manufacturers are constantly having to revisit design flaws and other more serious issues that may crop up. Those recalls that include a more serious fix are never taken lightly. The most recent recall from …

What to Look for When Buying a Float Switch or Level Sensor

December 22, 2017

Float switches and liquid level sensors play an important role in applications across many industries. While they are used for detecting, measuring and monitoring liquids and other fluids, it’s their reliability that makes them perfect for both the simplest systems …

Craft Beer Not the Same without Temperature Sensors & Float Switches

December 18, 2017

Breweries and the popularity around drinking craft beer selections aren’t an entirely new concept. Sure we’ve all heard of the big-name beer companies, but independently-owned operations, better known as “microbreweries,” have really become a trendy and in-demand industry over just …

Float Switches & Renewable Energy – Delivering Dependable Resources

December 11, 2017

The alternative energy industry is booming thanks to growing support and increased competitive advantage over traditional methods. According to research from Deloitte, the demand has become so strong in fact, that it is now more commonly referred to as “renewable” …

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