Level Measurement of Stored Wheat Germ in Flour Manufacturing
Accurate level monitoring of stored wheat germ levels in silos helps ensure successful inventory management.
Continuous Level Monitoring in Dusty Environment with Radar Technology
Wheat germ, like bran, is a by-product of wheat milling and serves as an additive to different types of baked goods. Following the milling process, it is stored in silos prior to being shipped. Wheat germ is sold and shipped in bulk, and flour manufacturers need to accurately monitor the inventory remaining in the silo to ensure that packing and delivery schedules can be met. Installing additional level switches prevents overfilling that may lead to overspills.
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Product Solutions
The Rosemount™ 5408 Non-Contacting Radar Level Transmitter uses enhanced technology and Human Centered Design to deliver accurate, reliable measurements on both liquid and solid materials. Using two-wire FMCW and Smart Echo Supervision technologies, the Rosemount 5408 deploys a continuous echo to maximize radar signal strength and produce a more robust and reliable measurement. Delivering ease-of-use at every touch point, the Rosemount 5408 uses an intuitive software interface to guide the operator through installation, commissioning, proof-testing and maintenance. Powerful onboard diagnostics suite proactively monitors transmitter health and alerts if there is an issue. Safety certified to IEC 61508 for SIL 2 applications, the Rosemount 5408:SIS reduces cost of risk, increases efficiency and protects people and the environment.
- With Smart Echo Supervision™ technology, Rosemount Non-Contacting Radars automatically track all echoes, including those from obstructions in the vessel, and distinguish them from the real product surface echo. This ensures the true product level is reliably and accurately reported.
- Low 12V dc lift-off voltage
- Immune to intermittent power loss
Accuracy
Standard: ± 0.08 in. (± 2 mm)
Ultra accuracy: ± 0.04in. (± 1mm)
Ultra accuracy: ± 0.04in. (± 1mm)
Measurement Range
492 ft (150m), 82 ft (25 m) for Rosemount 5408:SIS in Safety mode
Operating Pressure
-15 to 1450 psi (-1 to 100 bar)
The Rosemount 5300 Level Transmitter is ideal for challenging measurements on liquids, slurries, and solids, offering state of the art reliability and safety features in level and interface applications. Rosemount 5300 offers several advantages such as easy installation, no need for calibration, and is unaffected by process conditions. Also, it is SIL 2 certified making it your first choice for safety applications. It has a robust construction and features powerful built-in diagnostics allowing you to focus on the essential part - your plant.
- Direct Switch Technology gives increased sensitivity, high reliability, and long measurement ranges
- Signal Quality Metrics gives you the ability to work proactively with your level instrumentation
- Probe End Projection offers greater level measurement reliability
Accuracy
± 0.12 in. (3 mm)
Repeatability
± 0.04 in. (1 mm)
Measurement Range
Up to 164 ft (50 m)
The Rosemount 2501 Solids Level Switch withstands heavy loads and extreme temperatures, and is suitable for full, demand or empty detection for all bulk media in all types of vessel. It is a simple, robust and reliable technology that is insensitive to dust, electrical charge, adhesion, extreme temperature and pressure. It is simple to install and can be mounted in a vertical, horizontal or oblique position.
- Robust paddle design able to withstand heavy loads and extreme temperatures
- Mechanically stable shaft bearing design
- Unaffected by dust, electrostatic charging and caking
Operating Pressure
145 psi (10 bar)
Operating Temperature
-40 to 2012°F (-40 to 1100 °C)
Certifications/Approvals
CE, ATEX, IECEx, FM, CSA
