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Weir

A dam-like device or flat restriction installed across a channel to maintain and control liquid level and flow. In metering, a notched restriction that causes liquid level to rise for conversion to a flow rate. In glycol systems, a dam in the contactor or reboiler that holds glycol level above bubble cap slots or fire tubes.