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Fuel tank

Level
Fuel tank

Overview

Backup generators are a common safeguard at lift stations to maintain operation during power outages. Day tanks at each lift station and a main tank at the plant are used to store the fuel. To make sure there is sufficient fuel when needed, the level in the tanks is continuously measured.

Operating Conditions

Measuring Task
Level measurement
Measuring Point
Tank
Medium
Fuel oil
Measuring Range
1,5 m
Temperature
0 ... +40 °C
Pressure
-1 … +2 bar

Challenges

  • Low dielectric constant and small head space
  • Backup generators are a common safeguard at lift stations to maintain operation during power outages. Day tanks at each lift station and a main tank at the plant are used to store the fuel. To make sure there is sufficient fuel when needed, the level in the tanks is continuously measured.

Benefits

  • Reliable: Accurate measurement on low dielectric fuel oil
  • Cost effective: Unique tank shapes do not impact measurement
  • User friendly: Convenient, small ¾’’ NPT process fitting

Recommended Products

Recommended Sensors

VEGA VEGAPULS 31
Industrial Sensors

VEGAPULS 31

  • Exact measurement results independent of medium properties and process conditions
  • On-site display for easy level control
  • Maintenance-free operation due to non-contact 80 GHz radar technology

VEGA

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Wireless & Connectivity

VEGA PLICSMOBILE T81
Industrial Sensors

PLICSMOBILE T81

  • Monitor up to 15 sensors with one device
  • Pre-configured data transmission for quick setup
  • Self-sufficient installation without mains power supply

VEGA

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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

VEGA

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