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What Causes Temperature Sensors to Fail?

david.dlugos@ashcroft.com (Dave Dlugos, Product Technical Leader) — Mon, 22 Jun 2026 14:51:44 GMT

Temperature sensors can fail for many reasons, including vibration, moisture ingress, wiring issues, environmental exposure, and operating conditions that exceed their design limits. Understanding the causes of temperature sensor failure can help improve measurement reliability, reduce downtime, and prevent costly troubleshooting efforts.

Identifying Gauge Performance Gaps Through a Plantwide Instrument Audit

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 15:01:00 GMT

How to Choose a Low-Pressure Diaphragm Gauge

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 15:01:00 GMT

Choosing the right low pressure diaphragm gauge requires more than selecting a pressure range. Factors such as media compatibility, process connections, overpressure protection, environmental conditions and application type can all influence long-term performance and reliability.

Whether you're monitoring vacuum, air, gas or industrial process pressure, selecting the appropriate gauge helps ensure accurate measurements and longer service life.

Read this article to learn the questions to consider when choosing a low-pressure diaphragm gauge and how to determine which design is best suited for your application.

Improving Pressure Gauge Reliability in Severe Process Applications

bob.pierce@ashcroft.com (Bob Pierce, Territory Sales Manager) — Mon, 01 Jun 2026 14:25:54 GMT

Ashcroft Critical Application Solution Experts® (CASE®) work with existing and prospective customers to identify process challenges and recommend pressure instrumentation solutions designed to mitigate risk and improve safety and reliability.

This CASE study highlights how a comprehensive on-site pressure gauge audit helped improve instrument reliability, reduce risk in severe service conditions, and establish a clear path to standardization across all installed instruments.

How to Choose the Best Pressure Switch for Hydraulic Applications

david.dlugos@ashcroft.com (Dave Dlugos, Product Technical Leader) — Mon, 18 May 2026 17:31:27 GMT

Hydraulic applications require pressure switches that can withstand pressure spikes, vibration, temperature extremes, and harsh operating environments while maintaining accurate, repeatable switching performance. Unlike pneumatic systems, hydraulic systems use incompressible fluid to generate force.

Sudden changes in fluid velocity can place significant stress on pressure instruments. Mobile and industrial hydraulic equipment also expose switches to moisture, dirt, and wide temperature swings that can shorten instrument life if the wrong switch is selected.

Choosing the right pressure switch helps improve hydraulic system reliability, protect equipment, and maintain safe operation. Read this article to learn common challenges of hydraulic applications and important features to look for when selecting a pressure switch.

How Do I Select a Pressure Transducer for a Negative Pressure System?

Mon, 11 May 2026 17:58:45 GMT

Selecting a pressure transducer for a negative pressure system requires choosing an instrument that can handle a vacuum or compound pressure range, has wetted materials compatible with the process media, and provides the accuracy and resolution to meet the requirements of the application.

Transducers can be ranged depending on whether you need to measure relative vacuum to atmospheric pressure (gauge), a true zero-referenced reading (absolute), or a range that spans both positive and negative pressure (compound).

Read this article to learn what makes negative pressure measurement unique, which transducer specifications matter most, and how to match the right sensor to your application.

Improving Reliability in Mobile Hydrogen Systems with High-Pressure Instrumentation

bob.blakeslee@ashcroft.com (Bob Blakeslee, Territory Sales Manager) — Tue, 05 May 2026 19:03:33 GMT

Ashcroft works closely with OEMs and emerging energy providers to develop instrumentation solutions that perform reliably in demanding and evolving applications. In hydrogen systems, factors such as high pressure and vibration require specialized designs to ensure measurement accuracy and long-term durability.

This Use Case demonstrates how a customized pressure gauge solution helped a hydrogen production and distribution company improve reliability and safety in mobile generation systems.

How Do I Ensure Safe Installation for Pressure Transmitters & Transducers?

david.dlugos@ashcroft.com (Dave Dlugos, Product Technical Leader) — Mon, 27 Apr 2026 14:39:58 GMT

Proper pressure transmitter and transducer installation is critical for achieving accurate, stable and long-lasting measurement. Before installing a pressure sensor, evaluate pressure range, media compatibility, output signal, environmental conditions and mounting requirements.

During installation, factors such as vibration, temperature, orientation, fittings and electrical connections all influence performance. Read this article to learn how to properly install a pressure sensor, what factors affect performance and how to avoid common installation mistakes.

What Are Important Features of Temperature Sensors?

david.dlugos@ashcroft.com (Dave Dlugos, Product Technical Leader) — Mon, 20 Apr 2026 15:24:39 GMT

Temperature sensors are critical to maintain safe, efficient and reliable industrial processes, and the most important features of these devices determine how well they perform in real-world applications. From hazardous location approvals to configurable designs and durable construction, understanding these features helps ensure the right sensor is selected for the environment, accuracy requirements and operational demands.

Among the most common temperature sensors used in industrial environments are resistance temperature detectors (RTDs) and thermocouples, each offering unique advantages depending on the application.
Read this article to learn what features matter most when selecting RTDs and thermocouples and how they impact performance across different applications.

Diagnosing Premature Gauge Failure in a Water Treatment Pump System

John.Girard@ashcroft.com (John Girard, Business Development Leader) — Mon, 13 Apr 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Ashcroft works closely with distributors and end users to diagnose instrumentation issues in real-world operating environments and implement solutions that improve reliability and extend service life. In many cases, the root cause is not immediately visible and requires a structured evaluation of system conditions and instrument performance.

This Use Case demonstrates how an on-site assessment helped identify hidden overpressure conditions in a water treatment pump system. It also shows how applying the right diagnostic tools and protective devices eliminated premature gauge failure and improved long-term performance.