Case Studies

There are many different ways to monitor liquid levels in industrial processes, each generally designed to serve a certain band of applications within specific industries.  Only a few technologies might be considered to apply universally across most types of projects, with the best example of this being hydrostatic level measurement.  In practically all process, manufacturing, agricultural, and utility facilities we’ve visited, there’s always at least one hydrostatic level sensor found somewhere on the property.  In our opinion, hydrostatic level sensors are so popular due to their very attractive combination of high accuracy, simple sensing technology, competitive costs, and long-term stability.  If you haven’t met hydrostatic level sensors before, let’s introduce you!

Semiconductor manufacturing pushes the boundaries of chemistry, engineering, and precision, demanding equipment that performs flawlessly in volatile, high-stakes environments. When a leading semiconductor equipment OEM sought a next-generation vacuum solution for their atomic layer deposition (ALD) systems, they turned to Whitman Controls for instrumentation that could match the scale, sensitivity, and purity their application required. Whitman’s W117V Ultra Pure Vacuum Switch rose to the challenge—delivering exceptional responsiveness, chemical resistance, and reliability under extreme conditions. Backed by ISO 9001 certification and a history of custom engineering excellence, Whitman not only met the customer’s needs but laid the groundwork for long-term collaboration across multiple new projects in advanced chip fabrication.

When global supply chains collapsed in 2020, medical device manufacturers were left scrambling for critical components—especially instrumentation. Faced with lead times stretching beyond 40 weeks, several OEMs turned to Whitman Controls for urgent solutions. Thanks to our strategic sourcing, deep inventory, and custom engineering capabilities, we slashed sensor delivery timelines from months to days. In less than six months, our team helped medical gas distribution OEMs stabilize production and future-proof their supply chains. With 100% order fulfillment and over 80% reduction in lead times, Whitman Controls proved that dependable instrumentation partners still exist—even in a crisis.

When a leading manufacturer of advanced screen printing equipment faced persistent print quality issues tied to vacuum instability, they turned to Whitman Controls for a solution. The challenge centered on maintaining tightly controlled vacuum levels within CTS printers to prevent ink head failures—either from air gaps or unwanted ink weeping. Whitman’s answer was a simple yet robust solution: dual discrete vacuum switches with adjustable setpoints and alarm integration, using the ultra-reliable P117V Stainless Steel Vacuum Switch. The result? A 100% reduction in ink head issues and a 7% boost in productivity. This collaboration highlights how thoughtful instrumentation can bring precision and consistency to even the most artistic industrial processes.

Most of us working in industrial fields are endlessly impressed by large scale fluid applications, especially those that seem too complex or massive to comprehend. Intercontinental pipelines, hydroelectric dams, and municipal water treatment plants are just a few examples that come to mind. As impressive as these monstrous systems can be, there’s ample reason to be equally inspired by applications on the opposite end of the spectrum, where miniscule amounts of fluids can be pumped accurately down to a fraction of a raindrop in volume.

Most of us working in industrial fields are endlessly impressed by large scale fluid applications, especially those that seem too complex or massive to comprehend. Intercontinental pipelines, hydroelectric dams, and municipal water treatment plants are just a few examples that come to mind. As impressive as these monstrous systems can be, there’s ample reason to be equally inspired by applications on the opposite end of the spectrum, where miniscule amounts of fluids can be pumped accurately down to a fraction of a raindrop in volume.

Most of us working in industrial fields are endlessly impressed by large scale fluid applications, especially those that seem too complex or massive to comprehend. Intercontinental pipelines, hydroelectric dams, and municipal water treatment plants are just a few examples that come to mind. As impressive as these monstrous systems can be, there’s ample reason to be equally inspired by applications on the opposite end of the spectrum, where miniscule amounts of fluids can be pumped accurately down to a fraction of a raindrop in volume.