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igh Definition (1080p) zoom lenses optimised for the new generation of radiation hard CMOS cameras are available from Resolve Optics for monitoring nuclear reprocessing and power generation plants. The desire from nuclear plants for clearer and brighter images to enable them to better monitor their facilities and processes has accelerated the move from expensive, lower resolution tube cameras to higher resolution CMOS based cameras. Drawing upon over two decades of serving the nuclear industry - Resolve Optics is today the leading supplier of radiation resistant HD zoom lenses that can produce clear, sharp images free of the strong yellow tint that traditionally has been a limiting issue particularly when used on colour sensors.
Resolve Optics
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PRECISION AND PROTECTION: TITAN’S 800 SERIES FLOWMETERS POWER PERACETIC ACID DISPENSING SYSTEMS
n modern medical, pharmaceutical, and hygiene applications, peracetic acid (PAA) has become one of the most trusted and effective liquid disinfectants available. As a powerful oxidizing agent with broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity, PAA is valued for its ability to rapidly eliminate bacteria, viruses, fungi, and spores - even at relatively low temperatures. Its fast action, short contact times, and environmentally friendly by-products (primarily acetic acid, oxygen, and water) make it a cornerstone of safety and sterilisation protocols across healthcare, food and industrial settings. However, the same characteristics that make PAA so effective also make it demanding to handle. Its potency is only fully realised when the concentration is precisely controlled. Too low a dose can render disinfection or sterilisation ineffective, putting patients, staff, and equipment at risk. Too high a dose, on the other hand, can lead to equipment corrosion, degradation of sensitive materials, and unnecessary chemical exposure. Achieving and maintaining this balance requires accurate, reliable, and chemically resistant flow measurement technology - qualities that define Titan Enterprises’ NSF-Approved 800 Series flowmeters. The Role of PAA in Critical Hygiene Environments
Peracetic acid is used widely because it fills several important roles in medical decontamination workflows:
• High-Level Disinfection of Medical Instruments
PAA is used extensively in automated endoscope reprocessors (AERs) and other washer- disinfectors that handle flexible endoscopes, surgical instruments, and various heat- sensitive medical devices. These systems rely on precision dosing to ensure that PAA is delivered at exactly the right concentration to guarantee high-level disinfection without damaging delicate components. • Surface Disinfection in Clinical Facilities
Many hospitals and laboratories deploy PAA as a diluted spray or mist to disinfect operating rooms, isolation areas, and critical patient-care surfaces. To maintain consistent efficacy, the dilution process must be carefully controlled to avoid under- or over-concentration.
• Low-Temperature Chemical Sterilisation Systems For instruments that cannot undergo steam autoclaving - due to heat sensitivity,
embedded electronics, or specialised coatings - liquid PAA sterilisation provides a reliable alternative. These systems depend on repeatable flow and dosing control to ensure sterilisation cycles are both safe and effective. • Pharmaceutical, Bioprocessing & Food Processing Applications
Beyond healthcare, PAA is frequently
used in clean-in-place (CIP) and sterilise-in-place (SIP) systems within pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities, biotechnology labs, and food production environments. Its strong oxidising properties make PAA ideal for fruit and vegetable washing, meat and poultry processing, and packaging line sanitation, providing reliable microbial control without leaving chemical residues. Here again, Titan’s NSF-Approved flowmeters provide precise flow monitoring, essential to maintain high hygiene standards and meet stringent regulatory standards.
Engineering Flowmeters for Chemical Resistance and Precision To meet these diverse and demanding application requirements, Titan’s 800 Series flowmeters are built from materials carefully selected for their robustness and compatibility with aggressive chemicals like peracetic acid. Approved under the NSF standard 169 as ‘Special Purpose Food Equipment and Devices’, the meters incorporate PVDF, seal materials and sapphire, each chosen for specific performance advantages: • PVDF (Polyvinylidene Fluoride): Offers excellent resistance to acids and oxidizing agents, making it ideal for long-term contact with PAA.
• A variety of seal options including Viton™, EPDM and Kalrez®, chosen for their specific chemical compatibility.
• Sapphire Bearings: Provide extremely low friction and high wear resistance, ensuring long operating life even under continuous use.
Titan Enterprises
www.flowmeters.co.uk
64 March 2026 Instrumentation Monthly
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