We are excited to relaunch our Magnicator® Quick Ship Program. Orders entered by 12 noon Eastern Time ship within 2 business days. Common options and accessories Includes indicators and floats for retrofit applications Easy configuration guide Why Fast Lead Times Matter for Level Instrumentation A Magnicator failure or an unplanned instrumentation gap doesn't wait for a convenient time in a facility's procurement schedule. When a plant discovers it needs a replacement float,

For low temperature applications where frost has a tendency to build up on the gage, the Jerguson frost-preventing unit keeps frost from covering the window and maintains clear visibility at all times. The Jerguson Non-Frosting Unit consists of a plastic extension that makes direct contact with the gage glass and extends beyond the cover, so frost buildup does not obscure reading of the liquid level. Mounting the plastic extension is simple and can be accomplished without dis

We are in the process of shipping out ASME Section VIII U-Stamped (per customer requirements) Magnetic Level Indicators with 316SS JMT Series Magnetostrictive Transmitters. The customer is installing fire suppression equipment on an offshore platform in the Middle East. These Jerguson gages will be used on a variety of chemical and water tanks supporting the fire suppression system. What Does U-Stamped Mean? ASME Section VIII governs the design, construction, and certificatio

Jerguson Product Manager Robert Bolin delivered a presentation on Utilizing Innovative Chamber Designs to Improve Reliability live at Setpoint Integrated Solutions, Inc. in La Porte, Texas. The topic addresses a fundamental question in magnetic level indicator design: how much of an MLI's long-term reliability actually comes down to chamber engineering, not just the float and indicator most people focus on. Why Chamber Design Gets Overlooked When people think about what makes

Check out our Jerguson® SureTest™ installed at a major midstream company in the Gulf Coast. This installation reflects the same local, manual check capability we've covered before: the SureTest allows an operator to simulate a high level and verify switch operation without breaking the pressure boundary, by extending the pressure tube and raising the switch enclosure so the SureTest housing installs between the enclosure and the chamber or tank. Why This Matters Specifically

Maintaining a glass level gage properly is what keeps it reading accurately and reliably over years of service - but knowing exactly how to rebuild one correctly isn't always intuitive from a written procedure alone. That's why we offer a complimentary copy of the Rebuilding a Jerguson Level Gage Maintenance Wallchart. What the Wallchart Covers The wallchart walks through the process of properly rebuilding a Jerguson level gage - the kind of step-by-step visual reference that

The SureTest™ is a local, manual check feature for level switches. It allows the operator to simulate a high level in order to check the operation of the switch — without breaking the pressure boundary. A Top Mount Jerguson SureTest is headed to an oil and gas company in the Gulf Coast, where it will provide exactly this kind of on-demand switch verification. Why Testing a Level Switch Is Normally a Problem Level switches are safety-critical components, often tied to alarms o

Did you know? Safety ballcheck valves are an essential component of a glass level gage assembly. In addition to isolation, safety ballcheck valves provide an automatic shut-off for glass level gage products in the event of a catastrophic glass or gasket failure. Two Distinct Functions in One Component A safety ballcheck valve does two separate jobs, and it's worth understanding both. 1. Isolation Like any isolation valve, a safety ballcheck valve can be manually closed to iso

DID YOU KNOW? Belleville spring washers help maintain constant bolt load during thermal expansion and contraction, thereby maintaining both gasket load and an effective seal. Here's a look at one in service — a cold-insulated gage fitted with spring washers. Why Cold Insulated Service Is a Particular Fit for Spring Washers Insulated gages — whether insulated for heat retention or, as in this case, for cold/low-temperature service — present a specific version of the "hard to a

Check out these Jerguson® Magnicator® Magnetic Level Indicators headed down to a plant in the Gulf Coast! The special option on these indicators is the Magnetic Particle Trap — a feature that prevents buildup of ferritic material around the float's magnet. It's just one of many special options available on our Magnetic Level Indicators, and it addresses a specific problem that isn't obvious until it's already causing trouble. Why Ferritic Buildup Happens Many process fluids —

Good news — we've added another product demo video to our library! This one covers the Jerguson® 360 Series Metal Seated Safety Ballcheck Valve, with Product Manager Andrew Teske walking through the features that set this valve apart from traditional-style safety ballcheck valves. What the Demo Covers Andrew goes through the valve's design in detail, including the color-coded status indication that shows at a glance whether the valve is open, in bypass/commissioning mode, or

A Jerguson® Magnicator® with Guided Wave Radar (MGWR™) is heading to an engineering company in the Midwest US, where it will be used on a boiler application at an agriculture company. It's a good opportunity to look at what makes the MGWR configuration distinct, and why ASME code compliance matters before specifying any magnetic level gage on a power boiler. What Is Guided Wave Radar? Guided wave radar (GWR) is a level-sensing technology that sends a low-energy microwave puls

A Jerguson® Magnicator® Magnetic Level Indicator paired with a JMT™ Series Magnetostrictive Transmitter was recently sold to an engineering firm in Brasília, Brazil — with another order already underway. The JMT was specified in a Schedule 160 chamber configuration with HART® communication, and it's worth explaining what makes this particular transmitter technology stand out. What Is a Magnetostrictive Transmitter? A magnetostrictive transmitter is a precision level-sensing t

Happy #MagneticLevelIndicatorMonday! One of our product demo videos features Jerguson® Product Manager Robert Bolin walking through the Jerguson® Magnicator® Magnetic Level Indicator in detail — breaking down the three core components that make up an MLI, how they work together, and why Jerguson's design holds up across such a wide range of applications. The Three Components of a Magnetic Level Indicator Understanding an MLI comes down to understanding three parts working tog

Spring washers are a small but important component in Jerguson transparent and reflex glass gage assemblies. Installed between the nut and the bolt, their contoured shape adds tension to the bolt when installed — and that added tension solves a specific, common maintenance problem: gaskets losing proper seal over time. Why Bolt Tension Matters on a Glass Gage A glass gage assembly relies on properly torqued bolts to maintain even, consistent pressure on the gasket surrounding

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We recently completed an upgrade at a waste-to-energy plant in the Midwest US, replacing a traditional glass gage with a Jerguson® Magnicator® Magnetic Level Indicator on their deaerator tank. Steam from the deaerator tank can cause leaking issues on glass gages — making the switch from a glass gage to a magnetic level indicator an easy and reliable upgrade. Why Deaerator Tanks Are Hard on Glass Gages A deaerator is a critical piece of equipment in boiler feedwater systems. I

We recently shipped three 4-section, glass series size 8, transparent close hookup series 20 gages (48TCH20) bridle assemblies with 67LE valves and illuminators to a major refinery in the Midwest. Continuing on our Low-E topic, these 67LE valves are low-emission certified to API 624, providing compliance with EPA standards (see our companion article on what API 624 testing actually involves). Understanding the Gage Designation The "48TCH20" designation packs several specifica

Power plants, chemical plants, and refineries have a large number of potential leak sources that can release harmful fugitive emissions (FEs) into the environment. This creates real risk on multiple fronts: environmental damage, exposure of plant personnel to harmful gases and vapors, and economic impacts from lost product. As a result, regulations are becoming increasingly strict, and many facilities are proactively requiring that any valves procured for future maintenance a

Many low-pressure package boilers use tubular glass gages as a means for monitoring level on their Low Water Cut Off/Pump Controllers. These boilers typically operate below 250 WSP (working steam pressure). It's a common setup — but tubular glass carries a risk that's often overlooked: it's susceptible to chipping or breaking, and as a result can be potentially unsafe even in these low-pressure steam applications. Why Low-Pressure Doesn't Mean Low-Risk There's a natural assum