When Pressure Fluctuations Make a Variable Area Flow Meter Hard to Read
A stable flow indication depends on more than the flow meter itself. Understanding the effects of pressure fluctuations can help engineers design a more reliable—and more compact—flow measurement system. Read more
High-Performance Vacuum Measurement
Brooks Instrument vacuum gauges deliver stable, repeatable measurement in demanding environments. Using advanced sensor technology, capacitance manometers and Pirani gauges provide fast response, long-term stability, and minimal drift across a wide vacuum range. Durable, low-maintenance designs support consistent performance in semiconductor, industrial, and life science applications. Read more
Calling university researchers worldwide!
Applications are now open for the Brooks Instrument University Equipment Grant Program. Read more [Picture source: Brooks Instrument on linkedin.com]
As process equipment gets smaller, expectations for performance aren’t getting any smaller
From benchtop bioreactors and thin film coating systems to emerging energy and research applications, engineers are being asked to fit greater capability into increasingly compact equipment. That’s why Brooks Instrument developed the AMF Series Advanced Mass Flow Controller.
Hazardous Area Approvals Explained
Hazardous area approvals are a critical part of instrumentation selection in many industrial environments. Terms like flameproof, intrinsically safe, and non-incendive can feel overwhelming early in an engineering career, but understanding the basics helps simplify the specification process. Read more [Picture from video by Brooks Instrument on linkedin.com]
Understanding Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF) for Process Instrumentation
Mean Time Between Failure (MTBF) is a measure of the reliability of a hardware product, component or system. MTBF is largely based on assumptions and the definition of failure and attention to these details is important for proper interpretation. For complex, repairable systems, failures are considered to be those conditions which place the device or…
Mass Flow Controller Drives Chemical Synthesis of Carbon Dioxide into Hydrocarbon Fuels
Global efforts towards decarbonization have led to the rapid evolution of carbon capture and utilization (CCU) technologies. Among these, the chemical synthesis of carbon dioxide into valuable fuels and chemicals offers one of the most promising pathways to achieving Net Zero emissions while building a circular carbon economy. Read more
Brooks Instrument Launches Ultra-Compact, High-Performance Mass Flow Controllers
Brooks Instrument announced the global launch of its new ultra-compact AMF Series™ Advanced Mass Flow Controller. About the size of a standard Post-it® Note pad, it has the smallest footprint of any mass flow controller (MFC) in its performance class. Read more
Why Material Selection Matters
Material compatibility is one of the most important — and sometimes overlooked — parts of flowmeter specification. The wrong material can shorten instrument life, impact measurement reliability, and create long-term maintenance issues. This quick overview explains the…
Partnership Announcement: Team SOLID & Brooks Instrument
We’re excited to announce our partnership with SOLID at Eindhoven University of Technology in the Netherlands. Team SOLID is developing innovative iron-based energy storage technology using a Steam Iron Reactor (SIR2), an exciting approach for transporting and storing hydrogen safely and sustainably. Read more [Picture source: Brooks Instrument on linkedin.com]