Measuring bulk solids: selecting the right technology — Part 1
06 August, 2018Measuring the level and volume of bulk solids and powders in a vessel is challenging, so choosing the right measurement technology for the application is critical.
Pepperl+Fuchs LTC 50 guided radar level instrument
01 July, 2018The LTC 50 guided radar is a basic device for level measurement in liquid that functions according to the time-of-flight method.
Rosemount 5408 radar level transmitter for bulk solids
15 January, 2018Emerson has launched a dedicated version of its Rosemount 5408 non-contacting radar level transmitter to meet the specific demands of bulk solids level measurement.
Krohne OPTIWAVE 24 and 80 GHz FMCW radar level transmitters
14 September, 2017Krohne has added six 24 and 80 GHz transmitters to the OPTIWAVE series of FMCW radar level transmitters, designed for liquid and solid applications in a wide range of industries.
Vega VEGAPULS WL S 61 radar sensor
21 August, 2017The VEGAPULS WL S 61 radar sensor is designed for all simple applications in the water supply and sewage sectors and features a wide range of mounting options.
BD Sensors LMP307 hydrostatic sensor
23 May, 2017With an accuracy of 0.1% FS, the LMP307 sensor provides continuous level measurement in industrial clean or recycled water, waste fluids and fuel applications.
Rosemount 2120 series vibrating fork switches for sanitary applications
03 May, 2017Emerson's Rosemount 2120 series of vibrating fork switches are now suitable for use in hygienic process environments.
Rosemount 5408 radar level transmitter
27 April, 2017Easy-to-use SIL 3 device provides enhanced diagnostics and remote proof-testing capability, supporting critical overfill prevention applications.
Rosemount 2140 wired HART vibrating fork level detector
14 February, 2017The Rosemount 2140 is designed to perform in applications with high temperatures and harsh conditions unsuitable for other level monitoring devices.
Krohne OPTIBAR LC 1010 submersible level probe
25 November, 2016The OPTIBAR LC 1010 submersible level probe features a robust 316L stainless steel housing and a high overload-proof ceramic diaphragm for long operating life.
GF Piping Systems type 2290 and 2291 radar level transmitters
24 October, 2016The type 2290 and 2291 radar level transmitters from GF Piping Systems are suitable for the chemical process industry and water treatment. They can be used in challenging tank applications where other contacting or non-contacting measuring principles face limitations.
Tank farm monitoring: meeting Australia's fuel reserve needs — Part 2
05 October, 2016 by Glenn Johnson, EditorAustralia is not meeting its IEA treaty obligations with regard to reserve fuel storage. In Part 1 we looked at the reasons why and the issues for tank farm operators. So how can modern tank farm monitoring technologies assist?
Banner Engineering Sure Cross U-GAGE K50U ultrasonic sensor
19 September, 2016The Sure Cross U-GAGE K50U ultrasonic sensor is optimised for use in wireless tank monitoring applications along with Banner's Q45U Wireless Node, providing a plug-and-play solution to monitor levels in mobile or remotely located tanks and totes.
Tank farm monitoring: meeting Australia's fuel reserve needs — Part 1
06 September, 2016 by Glenn Johnson, EditorMeeting Australia's IEA treaty obligations will require refinery, terminal and storage operators to establish automated tank farm monitoring and inventory management solutions.
Fumed silica measurement problem solved
26 August, 2016Cabot Carbon's plant in Barry, Wales, needed to solve the problem of how to measure the silo level of fumed silica, a light material that presents significant difficulties for bulk measurement.
