Bürkert’s FLOWave liquid flowmeter has received ATEX Zone 2 approval, opening use for OEMs, system integrators and end users in potentially explosive atmospheres for hygienic applications.
The Type 8098 hygienic flowmeter has been tested and approved for use in ATEX Zone 2, a potentially explosive atmosphere where gas, vapour or mist may persist for a short period.
This means that the Type 8098 FLOWave flowmeter can now be used to bring safety and reliability to potentially explosive atmospheres in the pharmaceutical, food & beverage, semiconductor, as well as paints & coatings industries.
The benefits of the FLOWave flowmeter will be introduced to ATEX Zone 2 pharmaceutical applications including active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) production involving solvents and alcohols.
Flow measurement of purified water for injection (WFI) in potentially explosive atmospheres, as well as flow measurement of alcohols, will also be sectors where FLOWave will be applied.
Within the food & beverage sector, the FLOWave flowmeter will be deployed in the production of alcohol and spirits, in particular for use in distilleries.
The Type 8098 FLOWave flowmeter, manufactured in stainless steel, is designed for applications with the highest hygienic demands and is clean in place (CIP) compatible.
High accuracy, repeatable measurement of flow rate, flow velocity, temperature and total flow are achieved alongside special functions from process values including density factor and acoustic transmission. FLOWave can also report on metrics including carbonation and solids content.
The measuring tube is free of obstacles and gas or steam flow doesn’t impact on the device or its operation. The flowmeter is also available with Ethernet-based industrial communication protocols including Modbus TCP, PROFINET, EtherNet I/P and EtherCAT.
The ATEX Zone 2 approved variant of the Type 8098 flowmeter includes the same functionality and design as the original FLOWave but meets the approval with the inclusion of ATEX approved cable glands, M12 connectors and a pressure balancing element.
Commonality of the design across the ATEX Zone 2 and standard FLOWave flowmeters reduces the time required for installation, maintenance and operation.
Kirsty Anderson
Bürkert Fluid Control Systems
Tel: +44 (0)1285 648761 Fax: +44 (0)1285 648721
Web: www.burkert.co.uk
Email: kirsty.anderson@burkert.com
Burkert Fluid Control Systems
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About us
Bürkert is present in thirtyfive countries around the world. We also work with a large network of distributors and partners, which means we are as close as possible to our customers. This global presence ensures full service and support to all of our customers in every country around the world. Research is the lifeblood of our company.
At Bürkert, we are never satisfied with the status quo and are continually seeking new technologies and solutions for our customers. Every year, our people develop new and highly advanced products and solutions, ranging from integrated process measurement and control units to the most sophisticated systems used in pharmaceutical research. To be a market leader, we are also an R&D leader.
Therefore, our investment in research & development is one of the highest in our industry. In our research centres in Germany and France, 150 people are committed to working for a common future for our company and our customers. We are committed to offering our expertise wherever it is needed, anywhere in the world. This global presence ensures that our advances in fluid control technology are also global.
What we do in a nutshell
Manufacture of process equipment. One of the few manufacturers to provide solutions for the complete control loop.
Where we supply to
UK Ireland, Europe
Industries we supply to
Food and Beverage, Pharmaceutical Cosmetics Toiletries, Water and Wastewater
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