Level Measurement & Control


General-purpose level transmitter

October 2004 Level Measurement & Control

Dupleix Liquid Meters (DLM) is offering Solartron Mobrey's new non-contact liquid level transmitter which combines proven ultrasonic transducer technology with innovative control electronics. Designed as a low-cost, general-purpose level transmitter, MSP422 offers standards of reliability and performance normally associated with more expensive instrumentation.

The new instrument is housed in a robust nylon casing sealed to IP66/67, with inert PDVF wet-sides for compatibility with most liquids. It will be widely used in the water industry for level monitoring in filter beds, reservoirs, storage tanks, and effluent pits. In chemical and other processing industries, it is suitable for most types of process and storage tanks.

Believed to be unique in its class, MSP422 has a built-in false target recognition and rejection feature, of the kind normally associated with more expensive instrumentation. It can be programmed to ignore the effects of stirrers, paddles or other intrusions, avoiding false alarms and improving the reliability and credibility of the reading.

A self-contained, non-contact, ultrasonic transmitter, MSP422 is quick and easy to install requiring only a single mounting bracket above the liquid level surface. Set-up and commissioning is completed in just a few minutes using the simple three-key pad and LCD positioned inside the lid. The industry standard 4-20 mA output signal can be used to drive a display, alarm or closed-loop-controller, or linked into a PLC, scada or computerised control system.

DLM's technologically advanced range of products is sourced from leading global manufacturers. Its principles, based in 12 countries, including the UK and USA, provide optimum solutions in a wide range of industries.

For more information contact Dave Rosser, DLM, 011 457 0500, [email protected], www.dlm.co.za



Credit(s)



Share this article:
Share via emailShare via LinkedInPrint this page

Further reading:

A fresh approach to dairy processing
VEGA Controls SA Level Measurement & Control
Ensuring the quality and safety of milk throughout the production process is of the utmost importance in the dairy industry. The VEGABAR pressure transmitters are suitable for hygienic applications. They are an asset in the dairy industry and have been used with success for measuring the milk level and the process pressure in storage tanks.

Read more...
Simple and efficient level measurement in the mining, minerals and metals industries
Endress+Hauser South Africa Editor's Choice Level Measurement & Control
Measuring devices in the mining, minerals and metals industries face the challenge of varying material states and long distances in measurement height. Endress+Hauser’s answer to these challenges is the new Micropilot family.

Read more...
Level measurement of an acid dosing tank at a WWTP
Level Measurement & Control
Ferric chloride and other acids are essential chemical substances in water and wastewater treatment. To control the dosing of acid solutions, an Australian wastewater treatment plant uses a special container to store, mix and add these chemicals. The company opted in favour of KROHNE’s OPTIWAVE 1540 radar level transmitter

Read more...
Powering sub-Saharan Africa’s energy future
VEGA Controls SA Level Measurement & Control
Crude oil storage plays an important role in the energy infrastructure of sub-Saharan Africa. The management of crude oil storage in comes with numerous challenges, including safety concerns, environmental conditions and infrastructural limitations.

Read more...
A new era in radiometric level and density measurement
Mecosa Level Measurement & Control
The LoopSeries LB 430 radiometric detector from Berthold Technologies has a revolutionary power solution and sets new standards in level and density measurement.

Read more...
Level measurement of leachate from sewage sludge humification
Level Measurement & Control
A municipal utility in eastern Germany operates a state-of-the-art wastewater treatment plant with sustainable sludge treatment. The ultrasonic signal was being partially deflected by the wind, leading to frequent false measurements and inefficient process workflows. The problem was solved by replaced the ultrasonic level sensor with KROHNE’s OPTIWAVE 1540 non-contact radar.

Read more...
Groundbreaking measurement system
Mecosa Level Measurement & Control
Berthold Technologies has launched the LoopSeries LB 430, an innovative, industry-leading measurement system designed to enhance operational efficiency with advanced level, density, and level switch capabilities.

Read more...
Level measurement of a water sump at a sewage treatment plant
Level Measurement & Control
A major city council in South East Queensland, Australia maintains and operates a wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) for municipal, industrial and agricultural wastewater. Due to the risk of flooding, the water sump must be continuously monitored. The solution is KROHNE’s OPTIWAVE 1540 radar level transmitter.

Read more...
Simplicity in measurement
Endress+Hauser South Africa Level Measurement & Control
Endress+Hauser’s new 80 GHz compact radar range is designed to help customers reach their compliance targets through simple yet efficient measurement solutions.

Read more...
Case History 196: Unstable condensate level control.
Michael Brown Control Engineering Editor's Choice Level Measurement & Control
The operators in a petrochemical refinery were having great trouble in trying to stabilise the condensate level in a vessel, and this was adversely affecting other loops downstream. Several unsuccessful attempts had been made to retune the controller.

Read more...