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August, 2006

Visitors to the NCSL International, August 6-9, in Nashville , will be the first to preview the newly released FC175 Flow Computer.  The FC175 is an improved flow computer offering the same features as the FC200 model, while providing a wider range of accuracy level options in a smaller form factor with a lower base price.


July, 2006

FLOW SYSTEMS introduces an improved design to its popular Mini Flow Test Stand that is used for measuring air and gas flow rates in aircraft and land-based turbine engine components.  The Mini Test Stand now incorporates an FC200-PATS Portable Flow Computer to liaise between the system MS Windows® Control Software and the system hardware. 


May, 2006

FLOW SYSTEMS was one of a select group of exhibitors at the 6th International Fluid Flow Measurement Symposium.  Held in Queretaro , Mexico , the Symposium covered a broad scope of research and technology developments associated with all areas of fluid flow metering. 


April, 2006

    New Product Debut

FLOW SYSTEMS Introduces the Mega Flow Test System for High Flow Rate and Large Effective Area Combustion Liner and Vane Segment Flow Testing.  The Mega Flow System can be modified to test a variety of high-end flow rates with a selection of customizable configuration options.


February, 2006

    20th Anniversary!

2006 marks the 20th Anniversary of FLOW SYSTEMS, Inc.  Said President and CEO Michael Carter, “We are amazed to look back and see how far the company has grown.  With its humble beginnings as a small design and manufacturing company with a handful of employees making single flow elements, FLOW SYSTEMS has grown to become the world’s leading supplier of fully automated, state-of-the-art, computerized flow measurement systems serving major clients around the world in the Aerospace, Automotive, Energy, Manufacturing, and Metrology Industries.  We look forward to the coming years as we continue to expand our family of products to serve our customers’ ever-changing needs in the flow measurement arena.  We credit much of our success to our loyal clients who continue to choose FLOW SYSTEMS as their preferred supplier of flow test equipment.”


January, 2006

    2005 Year in Review

FLOW SYSTEMS President/CEO Michael Carter announced that “2005 was the top grossing year of all time.  Record sales outstripped any in the 20 year history of this company,” said Carter.


October, 2005

FLOW SYSTEMS welcomed representatives from the following companies that participated in last month’s Users Group Seminar:  Goodrich Delavan Turbine Fuel Technologies, Power Systems Manufacturing, Siemens VDO Automotive, and Turbocombustor Technology.  Attendees were pleased with the quality and comprehensive scope of information they received.


September 2005

FLOW SYSTEMS announces its first annual Users Group Seminar, September 21-23, 2005.  This 2 ˝ day seminar includes hands-on demonstrations of the latest flow equipment, a comprehensive course on critical flow technology, user feedback breakout sessions, software demos, new product previews, plus an optional golf outing.  Classes will be conducted at FLOW SYSTEMS and CEESI (www.ceesi.com) facilities in northern Colorado.  For more information or to register, click here.



August 2005

   New Product Debut

Visitors to the NCSL International will be the first to preview the new FC50-CFV Flow Computer.  The FC50-CFV works with single, manually interchangeable Sonic Nozzles for dry gas measurement.  The lightweight and mobile unit measures a nominal 4 x 7 x 7 inches and offers Stand-alone Operation with optional MS Windows™-based Software for Configuration, Monitoring, Data Retrieval and Calibration Functions.

Other features include: Nozzle Change, Data Logging and Data Storage while in Stand-alone mode; RS232 Serial Communication; and Thermister Probe, with options to add an Inlet Pressure Transmitter and an Exit Pressure Gauge.


July 2005

  Welcome New Client

A custom GFC-Gas Flow Calibrator was ordered from new client DiabloSport, of Boca Raton, Florida.  Diablo specializes in high- performance auto tuning. 

  Second Quarter Record Sales

President/CEO Michael Carter announced that a new sales record was achieved this year for the highest second quarter sales to date.  “We are pleased with the steady growth we’ve seen the last few years.  We are on track for another record-breaking year in 2005,” Carter said.


May / June 2005

 
Satisfied Customers Place New Orders

TCT-Turbocombustor Technology of Stuart, Florida placed another major system order for a High Flow Test Stand and a newly developed Mega Flow Configuration Air Flow Test Stand, along with a Blade and Vane Test Station, and other system accessories. 

Alcoa Howmet Castings, Winsted, Connecticut, expanded their set of FLOW SYSTEMS equipment by adding a Mini Flow Configuration Air Flow Test Stand, while General Motors purchased a custom GFC-Gas Flow Calibrator System with an FC500-MFC Mass Flow Controller for their Milford Proving Grounds facility in Michigan.

Another set of equipment was also ordered by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Takasago, Japan including a High Flow Test Stand, Blade and Vane Test Stations, Onsite Start-up and extra Sonic Nozzles and Software. 


April 2005

Visitors to the MRO-Aviation Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul Conference April 19-21, 2004 in Dallas, TX, are invited to visit FLOW SYSTEMS at Booth 538.  FLOW SYSTEMS will feature a fully operational Portable Airflow Test System, model FC200-PATS.   


March 2005

   New Product Development

Work has started on a prototype of the new FC50-CFV Flow Computer.  It is designed to work with individual Critical Flow Venturis (Sonic Nozzles) that will be servicing dry gasses only (no humidity compensation).  The user can log data, modify units, or change nozzles stored in memory.  The unit will be supplied with a calibrated Thermister probe for inlet temperature measurement.  Options include an inlet pressure transmitter, a small dial gauge to check for choked conditions in the nozzle throat, and a software package for calibrating inputs, superior data monitoring, and data retrieval features.

Also in development is an FC150 Flow Computer that will offer additional functionality for more complex applications.  


February 2005

   Welcome New Clients

Component orders from new clients H.R. Textron, NYSDEC, and Metrol Chrysler were received this month, as well as orders from returning component clients Samsung Techwin, Aviatrix, and Horiba. 


January 2005

    2004 Year in Review

FLOW SYSTEMS President/CEO Michael Carter is pleased to announce that 2004 sales were the highest ever in the company’s 18 year history.  More than 21 systems and hundreds of component and service orders were placed by new and returning FLOW SYSTEMS customers.  “We look forward to a bright future, as we continue to expand our presence globally,” said Carter. 

    System Recalibration Orders

Many Systems Clients began scheduling their Annual Recalibration Service this month.  Flow Bench Audits using Master Sonic Nozzles or Flow Standards are recommended for all FLOW SYSTEMS Test Equipment on an annual basis.  Normal calibrations of the pressure and temperature measurement devices are also performed at that time.  FLOW SYSTEMS Engineering Staff is available to conduct these functions at the customer’s site, by bringing Calibration Standards for comparative testing. 


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