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Distillation column

LevelPressure
Distillation column

Overview

The heavy, highly viscous process material and extreme temperature are located in the bottom part of the distillation. For level control of residual feeds, a non-contact measurement is essential for reliability. Monitoring head space pressure at the upper end of refinery columns is important to ensure that the process is operating under ideal conditions.

Operating Conditions

Measuring Task
Level and pressure measurement
Measuring Point
Column
Medium
Hydrocarbon
Measuring Range
6 m
Temperature
+260 ... +400 °C
Pressure
+0.5 ... +4 bar

Challenges

  • Very high temperature, viscous process liquid

Benefits

  • Reliable: Precise measurement results even in extreme environments
  • Cost effective: Easy mounting reduces installation and maintenance costs
  • User friendly: Simple calibration even during running process

Recommended Products

Recommended Sensors

VEGA VEGABAR 81
HydrostaticLevel

VEGABAR 81

  • Simple adaptation thanks to various configuration options
  • Reliable measurement with temperatures up to 400 °C
  • Reliable measurement independent of foam generation or tank installations

VEGA

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Wireless & Connectivity

VEGA PLICSMOBILE T81
Signal Conditioning

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
Inventory

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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