A leading company in industrial water management is committed to tackling water scarcity worldwide. Their water treatment systems not only optimise the water quality, but also help customers to improve their processes, thanks to the new insights and actions that can be generated based on the process data collected. In this way, the company’s solutions support the responsible use of water.
The challenge
The efficiency of cooling water systems can have significant effects on the cost of running a building. When water is used for industrial purposes in closed-loop cooling systems, corrosion, deposits, contamination and biological impurities can significantly reduce their efficiency. The aim is therefore to optimise the water quality while at the same time cutting back on water consumption and waste.
Water treatment systems are used to reduce the environmental impact and avoid high disposal costs. In the present case, the customer wanted to equip a central building cooling system with a water-dosing unit to reduce scale, corrosion and microbial growth. The blowdown water used is treated with the water-dosing unit at the outlet. Previously, vortex flow monitors from various manufacturers were used to control and collect data from the water-dosing unit. However, these sensors came with strict installation specifications prescribing straight inlet and outlet pipe lengths to prevent swirling vortices. This was not always possible. Besides, commissioning was often complicated.
The solution
ifm’s SM7020 magnetic-inductive flowmeter requires significantly smaller inlet and outlet pipe lengths. It has been used at the blowdown outlet of the water-dosing unit to reliably measure flow values since 2022. The quality threshold values, such as pH value, oxidation-reduction potential (ORP) and conductivity, are detected by other sensors. In larger systems, SA/SI flow sensors/flow monitors and PA pressure transmitters are tasked with monitoring the dosing media. Integration and operation are also much easier and require less explanation. This is thanks to the intuitive display and push-button user interface. The result is a significant reduction in set-up time.
Results
This resulted in a flexible and quick installation, an intuitive user interface and reliable water quality. Clean water reduces energy costs while enabling more sustainable operations.
How utilities identify water losses in Northern Europe
Flow Measurement & Control
Norwegian leak detection specialist, Ovarro outlines how municipalities are responding to hidden water loss using acoustic monitoring and analysis tools that provide early indications of developing leaks.
Read more...Senix sensors provide flood warnings Instrotech
Flow Measurement & Control
To create the world’s most sophisticated flood monitoring and forecasting system, the US State of Iowa’s Flood Centre (IFC) uses more than 200 Senix ToughSonic 30 and ToughSonic 50 ultrasonic sensors to measure water levels in streams across the state.
Read more...Space-saving I/O module for control cabinets ifm - South Africa
Enclosures, Cabling & Connectors
The IO-Link I/O module from ifm simplifies integration of sensors and actuators with conventional wiring in the control cabinet as well as in field applications with low IP protection class requirements.
Read more...Precision sensing for water treatment ifm - South Africa
Sensors & Transducers
ifm electronic has introduced two next-generation sensors designed for South Africa’s bulk and wastewater sector, engineered to withstand harsh environments and deliver long-term reliability.
Read more...Mastering inline LNG flow monitoring
Flow Measurement & Control
[Sponsored] As global demand for cleaner, more flexible energy sources continues to rise, liquefied natural gas (LNG) stands at the forefront of the energy transition. Engineered for excellence in cryogenic environments, the Anton Paar L-Cor 8000 flowmeter redefines inline LNG flow monitoring.
Read more...Machine health monitoring with ifm ifm - South Africa
Editor's Choice IT in Manufacturing
With ifm’s machine health monitoring, early signs of wear can be detected and unexpected failures prevented. Combined with equipment preventive maintenance software, interventions can be scheduled proactively to avoid costly downtime.
Read more...Dosing chlorine gas safely and sustainably
Flow Measurement & Control
Chlorine gas is central to a range of industrial processes but is highly dangerous. The solution is the deployment of a system solution for chlorination from Lutz-Jesco.
Read more...Oil monitoring solution drives performance gains for paper mill SKF South Africa
Flow Measurement & Control
By integrating real-time monitoring with precise flow control, SKF’s Flowline oil monitor meters have significantly improved the flow rate control and performance of oil circulation lubrication systems installed on a paper mill.
Read more...Miniature inductive sensors ifm - South Africa
Sensors & Transducers
The inductive IY/IZ type sensors from ifm are used in various industrial areas where space is limited.
While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained herein, the publisher and its agents cannot be held responsible for any errors contained, or any loss incurred as a result. Articles published do not necessarily reflect the views of the publishers. The editor reserves the right to alter or cut copy. Articles submitted are deemed to have been cleared for publication. Advertisements and company contact details are published as provided by the advertiser. Technews Publishing (Pty) Ltd cannot be held responsible for the accuracy or veracity of supplied material.
printer friendly version