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Process vessels in the ethanol plant

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Process vessels in the ethanol plant

Overview

To ensure the best possible fermentation of the ingeredients, optimal process conditions must prevail, control of pH value and temperature of the medium play important roles. The pH is adjusted by adding acids or alkalis, and sodium hydroxide is used to clean the vessel under absolute sanitary conditions. The levels of the process vessels have to be monitored at all times, to ensure continuous operation of the system. The measured media place very high demands on the chemical resistance of the sensors. To be totally reliable, the instruments need to be equally resistant to both acids and alkalis.

Operating Conditions

Measuring Task
Level and pressure measurement, point level detection
Measuring Point
Tank
Medium
Acids and alkalis
Measuring Range
5 m
Temperature
+20 … +40 °C
Pressure
0 … 0 bar

Challenges

  • Aggressive media with different measurement properties

Benefits

  • Reliable: Reliable long term performance and operation of the process vessels through reliable level measurement
  • Cost effective: High-resistance materials for long term measurement in all media
  • User friendly: No adjustment required for changing media

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Wireless & Connectivity

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Software & Monitoring

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  • 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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