Product category:
Level and tank contents instrumentation
News Release from: Siemens Automation and Drives | Subject: Sitrans Probe LR
Edited by the Processingtalk Editorial
Team on 14 March 2006
Level measurement for effective
inventory control
When Brenntag, the industrial and specialty chemicals distributor, needed a level monitor that it could rely on, they chose the Sitrans Probe LR radar transmitter
When Brenntag, the top distributor of industrial and specialty chemicals for process industries in Europe, needed a level monitor that it could rely on, the company chose the Sitrans Probe LR radar transmitter from Siemens Automation and Drives The radar transmitter continuously monitors level in the main glycerine storage tank at the Brenntag Lutterworth facility, the main distribution depot for the UK
This article was originally published on Processingtalk on 10 Apr 2006 at 8.00am (UK)
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The transmitter produces a signal that interfaces with a Siemens MultiRanger 200 ultrasonic controller.
This provides operators with a continuous and reliable level reading.
'These instruments have all provided reliable, trouble-free operation.
We are happy with the products and pleased with the good service support,' said Malcolm Forrest, Engineering Manager at Brenntag: "I was most impressed with the accuracy and repeatability of the measurement.
Because we can rely so closely on the readings, we can manage our inventory effectively to meet customer demand.
Its a proven a cost-effective solution for us".
The Probe LR is compact and easy to install, with a rotating head that aligns with the conduit for easy wiring and adjusts for optimal visibility.
Its high signal-to-noise ratio ensures reliable and repeatable measurement, and the internal integrated shield eliminates interference from the vessel nozzle.
The patented sonic intelligence advanced signal-processing software gives superior reliability, and auto false-echo suppression software ignores interference from obstructions such as stirrers in the tank.
The patented uni-construction polypropylene rod antenna has an integrated threaded connection that is hermetically sealed for superior chemical resistance.
Recently, Forrest needed to replace another supplier's obsolete system on two hydrochloric acid tanks.
The old systems could not measure level reliably in the difficult process conditions caused by the heavy fumes in this tank.
Based on the success of the glycerine application, he installed Sitrans Probe LR radar transmitters with good results.
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