Level Measurement for Seed Storage in Seed Oil Production
Accurately measure levels of raw materials and build-up in silos to facilitate timely maintenance and cleaning cycles.
Level Measurement Technologies Help Optimize Inventory Control
Accurate inventory control is required to ensure a sufficient supply of raw materials to meet the specific production plan. Prior to being processed into various kinds of oils, seeds such as sunflower, palm kernel, safflower, soybeans, sesame, and canola, or nuts such as peanuts, almonds, and walnuts, are stored onsite to ensure continuous production processes. The sizes of the silos that carry these raw materials can vary in diameter from greater than 15 m (50 ft) and may be over 40 m (132 ft) tall. Knowing the exact amount of raw material entering the oil extracting machines is critical to tracking and controlling production efficiency. Buildup occurs inside the silo and can damage the quality of the raw material. Since the temperature inside rises over time, the seeds inside risk getting burned and sticking to each other, forming hard bulks that cannot be used. Therefore, early insight to such buildup risk is paramount.
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Product Solutions
The Rosemount™ 5408 Non-Contacting Radar Level Transmitter uses enhanced technology and Human Centered Design to deliver accurate, reliable measurements on both liquid and solid materials. Using two-wire FMCW technology the Rosemount 5408 deploys a continuous echo to maximize radar signal strength and produce a more robust and reliable measurement. Delivering ease-of-use at every touch point, the Rosemount 5408 uses an intuitive software interface to guide the operator through installation, commissioning, proof-testing and maintenance. Powerful onboard diagnostics suite proactively monitors transmitter health and alerts if there is an issue. Safety certified to IEC 61508 for SIL 2 applications, the Rosemount 5408:SIS reduces cost of risk, increases efficiency and protects people and the environment.
- Low 12V dc lift-off voltage
- Immune to intermittent power loss
- Unique PTFE seal design eliminates the need for o-rings
Accuracy
Standard: ± 0.08 in. (± 2 mm)
Ultra accuracy: ± 0.04in. (± 1mm)
Ultra accuracy: ± 0.04in. (± 1mm)
Measurement Range
492 ft (150m), 82 ft (25 m) for Rosemount 5408:SIS in Safety mode
Operating Pressure
-15 to 1450 psi (-1 to 100 bar)
The Rosemount 5300 Level Transmitter is ideal for challenging measurements on liquids, slurries, and solids, offering state of the art reliability and safety features in level and interface applications. Rosemount 5300 offers several advantages such as easy installation, no need for calibration, and is unaffected by process conditions. Also, it is SIL 2 certified making it your first choice for safety applications. It has a robust construction and features powerful built-in diagnostics allowing you to focus on the essential part - your plant.
- Direct Switch Technology gives increased sensitivity, high reliability, and long measurement ranges
- Signal Quality Metrics gives you the ability to work proactively with your level instrumentation
- Probe End Projection offers greater level measurement reliability
Accuracy
± 0.12 in. (3 mm)
Repeatability
± 0.04 in. (1 mm)
Measurement Range
Up to 164 ft (50 m)
