Posted on 16/04/12, under Application News · RSS · No Comments
High level switch alarms on LPG, LNG and other liquefied gases are notoriously difficult to implement and test, due to the very low specific gravity of the material and low conductivity. When combined with the volatility of the product care needs to be taken to find a reliable high level trip alarm. VEGA offer a guided wave radar device with SIL capability. As it is a continuous device, it is mounted down the vessel much lower than the trip point (or all the way to the bottom of the vessel if desired as a cross reference to an ATG) It also offers the option for dry calibration, and users can see the level approaching the trip point. The ‘prior warning’ of approaching high level, due to increased length of the measuring range down beyond the trip point, makes verification of operation is easier too. This also decreases the need to raise level of LPG or LNG above the trip point just to calibrate or verify the alarm. VEGA also offer a special SIL proof test routine which means validation/verification can take place without the need to raise the level to the alarm point, increasing safety for users. Temperature from -200 to +450 degrees and 400 Bar are offered by this product range.
Posted on 22/03/12, under Aggregates & Mining, Bulk Solids Handling, Bulk Solids Measurement, Information, Microwave Barrier, Pressure Measurement, Radar, Vibration Measurement Solid Switches · RSS · No Comments
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Posted on 15/03/12, under Application News · RSS · No Comments
The supply chain is getting tighter: Bulk material supplies of raw goods, intermediates and finished products are all set to become scarcer. Companies wishing to optimise production amd meet demand will need to take care to measure the level for every drop of liquid, and every grain of powdered or granular products they use and supply, the products that are typically stored in tanks, vessels, bunkers and silos. Of course that means putting in the right ‘I.T.’ to share and analyse data with all the right people in the business, but it also needs to make sure it displays the correct readings! So often, large are sums spent on the IT part, yet the important bit – the front-end level measurements - are left until last, sometimes when budget is running low, specifications are scaled down, corners are cut. The result, for all the money spent and time invested, the inventory system doesn’t work as no one finds the information reliable. Remember I.T. has the Information part first. Bearing that in mind, VEGA can offer level measurement systems and a range of communications solutions. From single point level measurement on a remote site to multiple measurement, with integrated SIM cards in sensors or scanning systems with Internet and web browser communications. More importantly, they can offer the help and advice to ensure the right level sensor is measuring the right level transmitter, the correct accuracy and, at the best price.
Posted on 29/02/12, under Application News · RSS · No Comments
Reservoir water levels across the country are being carefully watched, measured and monitored, even in the depth of winter. Scarce rainfall has meant that many areas in the UK are announcing drought orders and conditions before summer has even begun. Its particularly important with the growing season ahead of us in spring, where ground water is drawn on by every plant and crop. A new, more reliable water level sensor, a device to assist in the water level measurement of any reservior, lake, open water, estuary, river or stream. Is is non contact and low voltage, offering flexibility on power, too. The VEGAPULS WL61 water radar has a range up to 15m, its fully waterproof and microwave energy safe to use in the open, unlike ultrasonic sensors its not affected by weather or surface conditions and unlike many hydrostaic pressure devices it doesn’t require recalibration. A great tool to use, especially now reliable a water level sensor for reservioir water measurement is growing in importance.
Posted on 13/02/12, under About VEGA · RSS · No Comments
VEGA are involved in many leading edge science projects, from wave height, ballast and draft monitoring on deep ocean Oil rigs and FPSO’s, to high in the sky, with CERTEC ceramic pressure sensors for tank level measurement onboard the new Airbus A380. However, on this occasion, we can only look in awe at this project for satellite transport, which launches the name ‘Vega’ into the final frontier! Nothing to do with us I’m afraid, but watch this ‘space’ – you never know!!
