Radiometric instrumentation has been used in liquids and bulk solids as a tried and tested measurement method since 1962. Non-contact radiometric instrumentation from Endress+Hauser has captured a firm standing across various industries, with more than 40 000 applications worldwide.
Employed in all measuring tasks where other methods cannot be used because of extreme or critical conditions, radiometric measurement always consists of these components: transmitter - source - source container. In the course of constant development, Endress+Hauser is offering its new Gammapilot M compact transmitter.
FMG60 offers all of the advantages of the tried and tested measurement method combined with the latest technology. The essential benefit of a compact transmitter is its ability to solve all measuring tasks - from level limit detection and continuous level measurement through to interface and density measurement.
The variable transmitter concept with NaI crystal or plastic scintillators in different lengths guarantees optimum adaptation to specific local requirements. Two separate connection compartments and the robust stainless steel housing permit applications in rough environmental and process conditions in all industries. Apart from the power supply in the Ex d or Ex e connection compartment, the signal output in Ex d, Ex e or Ex i versions can be selected according to specific application requirements.
Gammapilot M FMG60 was developed in accordance with the international standard for functional safety, IEC61508, and has SIL2 (Safety Integrity Level) approval for overspill protection. This makes FMG60 suitable for all processes related to safety. Gammapilot M offers even more on the subject of safety: On the one hand, automatic monitoring from the sensor to the power output, and on the other hand, the instrument issues a warning when components have to be exchanged. The well-designed safety concept of Gammapilot M guarantees uninterrupted operation and thus a high degree of plant availability.
The instrument has the standardised communication protocols of HART, Profibus PA and Foundation Fieldbus at its disposal. Operation and commissioning is effected via the tried and tested ToF-Tool or via a separate FHX40 operating unit. All measuring tasks are configured through this software.
The applications for radiometric instrumentation and thus for Gammapilot M are to be found where the highest degree of safety and reliability are demanded. Typical sectors are: chemical and petrochemical industry, oil and gas, primaries, mines, paper and pulp, energy and environment.
For all aspects of radiometric measurement, customers have the 'Gamma Project Team' competence centre and the whole Endress+Hauser sales organisation at their disposal for everything from the design of measuring points to support in logistic procedures, export and approvals through to commissioning and the subsequent return of the radioactive source. The 'Applicator' software programme is available for the selection of components and the calculation of the required radioactive source activity, as well as the control area for the respective application.
For more information contact Grant Joyce, Endress + Hauser, 011 262 8000, [email protected], www.endress.com
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