Alfa Laval"s new tank instrumentation ideal for duties in the brewery, food and beverage and biopharm industries

Phil Black - PII Editor 30/07/2010

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Alfa Laval weighs in with new tank instrumentation

Alfa Laval’s has enhanced its already-comprehensive tank equipment offering with the addition of new instrumentation ideal for duties in the brewery, food and beverage and biopharm industries. All are certified to the relevant standards for use in sanitary production (3-A, FDA, CE, ATEX, etc.) and combine reliability with efficiency and practicality.

UltraPure weighing systems

UltraPure weighing systems are designed to provide non-impact measurement of tank contents. They are Ideal for mixing, dosing, level regulation or batch tasks, providing enhanced control, reliability and precision. Patented technology eliminates the need for mounting kits, leading to cost reductions and resulting in a simpler, faster installation process. The systems are shockproof, unaffected by welding voltages and can tolerate up to 300% overload or side load, making them the most robust on the market.
Calibration of the load cell is not dependent on cable length, so the unit will not malfunction if the cable needs to be cut to length during installation.

Level switches

Capable of handling both low and high viscosity liquids, the new range of level switches provide accurate and reliable remote level indication and are particularly suited to smaller process tanks. A built-in feature ensures the sensor is unaffected by exposure to foam and residues that adhere when the tank is emptied. All wetted parts are made of AISI 316L stainless steel and PEEK, and designed to withstand process temperatures between -20 and +140 °C, making them suitable for both Cleaning in Place (CIP) and Sterilization in Place (SIP) processes.

Conductivity sensors

Alfa Laval conductivity sensors provide accurate and reliable measurement of a process liquid’s ability to carry electrical currents. All wetted parts are made of AISI 316L stainless steel and PEEK, and they are also suitable for CIP and SIP. Measurements are highly accurate even at very low conductivity and flow rates, and the conductivity sensors can be remotely controlled. An extra feature is the integrated temperature sensor for temperature compensation. This is offered as a 4–20 mA output, providing the user with two measurements in one physical connection point. The integrated display enables local supervision, as well as quick and easy setup.

Flow transmitter

The Alfa Laval flow transmitter is a precision magnetic flow transmitter used for volumetric measurement of liquids with a certain degree of electrical conductivity – even liquids containing solid particles. It features an integrated microprocessor that constantly monitors performance. The flow transmitter is waterproof to protection class IP 67 and has also been enhanced to withstand process temperatures between -20 and +120 °C, making it suitable for Cleaning in Place (CIP) and Sterilization in Place (SIP) processes. Furthermore, the accuracy of plus/minus 0.2% can be obtained down to 10% of maximum flow rate, ensuring accurate and reliable measurement.

Full range
Completing the tank instrumentation range are:

•    Potentiometric level transmitters
•    Pressure transmitters
•    Temperature transmitters
•    Pressure gauges
•    Thermometers
•    Flow meters
•    Rotacheck system

For further information contact:

01276 63383

www.alfalaval.com