One of the most important factors in a flume’s operation is avoiding submergence. When a flume becomes submerged, all your measurement efforts will be thrown off. You may be thinking that the idea of looking for submergence is fairly easy, but it doesn’t necessarily mean simply checking if the flume is underwater. Learn how to […]
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When you’re using any kind of flume, how the discharge is handled is among the most important factors to consider. With Parshall flumes specifically, a free-spilling discharge is the preferred method, though not the only one available. To truly understand how Parshall flumes handle free-spilling discharge, you have to dive a bit deeper. Learn all
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One of the most popular flume types in use across the world is the Palmer-Bowlus flume. While it has plenty to offer and can be the best option for a wide variety of different applications, you’ll find that some conditions make it offer more problems than solutions. Before you determine which flume style is right
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If you’re looking for a flume for taking accurate flow rate measurements, nothing works quite like a Parshall flume. There’s a reason it’s among the most popular styles for a variety of applications. Getting a Parshall flume crafted from fiberglass comes with even more benefits that you can enjoy. Learn all about fiberglass Parshall flumes,
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While there are plenty of different flume styles available, the Parshall flume is among the most common for a wide variety of applications. This is in large part because Parshall flumes are easy to read. Even so, you’ll want to make sure you’re doing everything right to ensure that you’re getting the accurate measurements you
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The first step in installing a Parshall flume is finding the right spot. Quite a few factors go into site selection, so this isn’t a decision to be taken lightly. Proper site selection is key to getting successful flow rate measurements with your flume. Fortunately, there are a few tips you can keep in mind
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When you’re implementing a flume into your flow channel, there’s a lot that can go wrong throughout the process. If you want accurate flow rate measurements, your flume installation needs to be spot on. Otherwise, you’re going to have to deal with adjustments and, potentially, restarting the entire installation process. The only thing you should
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Parshall flumes are among the most well-researched types of flumes in the world, with more than a century of work going into their functionality. You’ll find numerous solutions for unfavorable flow conditions. One of the most common problems is the velocity being too high on approach. Discover the secrets for correcting for high velocities in
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Implementing flumes into pipe systems can be tricky, but several flume styles are specifically designed to fit within these kinds of systems. While these can work out just fine, there are a few problems you’ll need to watch out for if you want your flume to function properly and offer the accurate flow rate measurements
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Parshall flumes have plenty of applications, often being an ideal flume for stormwater runoff management, but one of the most common is within wastewater treatment plants. Their unique designs are particularly effective at handling quite a few measurement necessities at these plants. Learn all about their benefits, and discover why Parshall flumes are perfect for
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