The clients of a major equipment manufacturer were unhappy because their carbon dioxide tanks often displayed incorrect levels. During a Value Innovation Workshop, WIKA’s experts analyzed the problem and came up with customized solutions that delighted the …
Level Measurement
Magnetic Traps: Avoid the Negative Effects of Oxidation in Level Measurement
| Trey Himes | LevelEven the sturdiest tanks and vessels become susceptible to oxidation as they age. Regular and proper maintenance helps keep them in good shape, yet oxidation still occurs, releasing ferrites into the liquid stream. Ferrites not only alter the quality of the product, …
How a Reflective Flag System Improves Instrumentation Visibility and Plant Safety
| Trey Himes | LevelWhen it comes to level measurement, instrumentation with a brightly colored, reflective flag systems are easy to see from a distance and in dark spaces. Better visibility keeps operators safe and processes running efficiently. Operator and process safety are top …
Magnetostrictive Float Technology is Superior to Guided-Wave Radar for Level Measurement of Foamy Liquids
| Trey Himes | LevelAccurate level measurement is critical in industries ranging from pharmaceutical, food, and beverage to petrochemical manufacturing. Continuous manufacturing (24/7) depends on careful monitoring of the level of feed materials and process media in tanks, pipes, and …
WIKA Has a Solution for Tight Spaces When Replacing Glass Gauges
| Trey Himes | LevelConsistent and reliable, magnetic level indicators are widely used in many sectors, including the petrochemical industry. The operation of these cost-effective instruments is simple and elegant: A float resides within a chamber that, most commonly, is attached to the …