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Ash silo

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Ash silo

Overview

Large quantities of fibre waste are produced during paper production. These are dried and burned and the energy released during combustion is used as process heat or to generate electricity. The ash is stored in high silos to be later used as an additive in the building materials industry. When the ash silo is filled, a great amount of noise and dust is generated and the material forms large angles of repose and overhangs. Filling, emptying and transportation logistics are controlled through the level measurement system.

Operating Conditions

Measuring Task
Level measurement and point level detection
Measuring Point
Silo
Medium
Ash
Measuring Range
25 m
Temperature
+80 … +120 °C
Pressure
0 … +1 bar

Challenges

  • Dust and noise, material cones and angles, poor reflective properties

Benefits

  • Reliable: Reliable readings in spite of difficult measuring conditions
  • Cost effective: Maintenance costs removed by air cleaning of antenna
  • User friendly: One radar sensor for all silo sizes, simple to install

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Software & Monitoring

VEGA Inventory System
Software

VEGA Inventory System

Inventory System

VEGA Inventory System (VIS) is a web-based software for real-time data acquisition, visualization, and logistics management of inventory levels in storage tanks and silos. Companies can manage their inventories proactively, ensuring greater flexibility in delivery schedules, expanding optimization options, and reducing stock discrepancies. Precise, real-time visualization of stocks allows deviations to be quickly identified, minimizing financial impact. The system combines reliable VEGA measurement technology for liquids and bulk solids with secure cloud-based or on-premises software, providing the basis for intelligent and strategic decisions for optimal inventory management. VIS supports both internal inventory monitoring and Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) applications, where suppliers manage customer stock replenishment using real-time level data.

  • Real-time inventory monitoring across all connected storage locations via web browser or mobile app
  • Four visualization modes — Chart, Graphic, Map, and Trend — for comprehensive stock visibility
  • Color-coded traffic light status system (green/yellow/red) for instant stock level assessment

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