Level Measurement & Control


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Solution for a difficult level sensing application: Kuito FPSO case study
August 2002
This article describes how nucleonic profiling instruments were retrofitted to the vessels and shows, with the aid of realtime on line screen shots how operations were able to identify the different layers within the separators

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One level sensor suitable for most mediums
August 2002
Automatic self-adjustment to suit almost any medium, including oils and wastewater, is a key benefit of the LK electronic level sensors from IFM Electronic. For users, this means that just one type of ...

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Level switch is available in EEx and flameproof versions
August 2002
Solartron Mobrey's short fork level sensor Squing 2 is now available in two new versions for use in hazardous areas. The explosion proof version is approved to ATEX II 1/2 G D and EEx d IIC T6. The IS ...

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Buoyancy/interface transmitters
August 2002, Protea Automation Solutions
Foxboro buoyancy/displacement transmitters employ the Archimedes principle, whereby a buoyant force is exerted on a displacer suspended in a liquid. Available from Protea Automation Solutions, these highly ...

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Hart data acquisition tank level monitoring
August 2002, Omniflex Remote Monitoring Specialists
Omniflex Automation Products is offering a Hart network interface module (NIM) for its Maxiflex 1000 Series Data Acquisition System. This Dual Hart Port device allows the connection of up to 30 Hart enabled ...

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Vega provides the right solution for all level measurement problems
August 2002, VEGA Controls SA
The German company Vega, which focuses on the business of level measurement, has had a presence in the local marketplace for more than 20 years. Initially distributors were used, but in November 1997 ...

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Klipfontein concentrator gets R17m refurbishment
July 2002
Metso Minerals has recently replaced and commissioned 20 flotation cells at Anglo Platinum's Klipfontein concentrator in the mine refurbishment programme. The order, valued in the region of R17m, was ...

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Laser level measurement for the iron, steel and metal industries
July 2002
Introducing new technology to the market is never an easy task, but laser technology developed for the process control industry has proved very successful, both locally and internationally. Laser has ...

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Level and volume measurement of liquids, slurries and solids
July 2002, Automation Control Solutions
Saab TankRadar Pro is used for high precision noncontact level and volume measurement on liquids, slurries and solids. Saab TankRadar Pro with its advanced signal processing is suitable for both standalone ...

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Vibration level limit switch for powders and granules
July 2002, Protea Automation Solutions
Protea Automation Solutions market a device used for level monitoring in all types of containers and silos. It can be used with all powdery and granulated bulk materials that do not show a propensity ...

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Selection criteria for level radar devices in the chemical industry
May 2002
The product's surface condition is, probably, the most important application feature in the operation of radar level systems

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Ultrasonic level detection for closed/open loop operation
May 2002
The MultiRanger ultrasonic level transmitters from Siemens Automation and Drives (A&D) are designed for short- and medium-range applications up to 15 m (50 ft). The multifunctional devices may be used ...

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Using laser technology for level measurement in process control
May 2002
Laser instruments used for level control in process measurement use a semiconductor laser, which has the ability to flash on and off very rapidly. It measures distance by timing how long it takes a pulse ...

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Flexible level measurement system
April 2002
A new Solartron Mobrey modular level measurement and control system for the water industry is available from DLM. The new MSP system comprises a choice of ultrasonic or hydrostatic level transmitters, ...

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Gauge emulation - a cost-efficient solution for tank gauging projects
February 2002
The user of tank gauging systems now has the option to mix different types of level gauges from different suppliers without having bus incompatibility problems

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Ultrasonic level detection for demanding applications
February 2002
An important feature incorporated into the Sumpi range of level transmitters is the variable signal gain option, enabling the instrument to automatically adjust itself to allow for different working conditions

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New ultrasonic level measurement device also 'tests' and 'thinks'
February 2002
The Prosonic M fits between the top of the range Prosonic S and entry level Prosonic T devices and is aimed at the water/wastewater, mining and petrochemical industries in particular. Although this compact ...

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Visual level indication for dangerous liquids
December 2001, DCM Group
The KSR-mini-bypass-level indicator consists of a chamber as a communicating vessel and is connected to the side of a vessel with two process connections (flanges, threads or welded connection pieces). ...

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Level control for water purification applications
October 2001
Telco sensors do not make use of optical lenses, this means that the transmitter and receiver may be placed facing each other to form a through-beam system - or in parallel to form a reflex or a proximity ...

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Continuous ultrasonic level measurement
October 2001
In the food industry the continuous level measurement of difficult substances can present problems. Hawk Measurement Systems, which is represented in SA by Protea Automation Solutions, markets an extensive ...

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