Non-invasive, clamp-on flow measurement based on ultrasonic technology offers a method for reliable and repeatable flow measurement in tank storage – with no need to interrupt or interfere with the pipe, plant or process. All flowmeters in the KATflow series have several built-in tools that facilitate device setup and transducer mounting. The quick installation wizard guides the meter user step-by-step through each application and provides dynamic feedback on signal strength and thus measurement reliability when the meter is set up. A second 'Audible Positioning Assistant' uses acoustic signals to enable the operator to quickly and safely find an exact sensor positioning on pipelines. The KATflow 170 uses compact, explosion-proof clamp-on sensors to ensure that a variety of petrochemicals are discharged into what is known as a 'hydrocarbon storage' areaKatronic's partner in the Benelux, U-F-M B. V. uses 13 KATflow 170 Atex flowmeters to ensure that a variety of petrochemicals are discharged into a hydrocarbon store as quickly, efficiently and, above all, as safely as possible. It is vital that a tanker is unloaded as quickly as possible, but this must be done within the acceptable limits of safe operation. As the rate of discharge increases, the static electrical charge in the line also increases, which increases a risk of sparking. The task was to ensure a flow velocity below 3.5 m/s to maintain a flow without sparking.The KATflow 170 uses compact, explosion-proof clamp-on sensors to measure the flow. Through the Atex-certified KATflow 170 base unit, the flow rate is reported to the on-site control system, which finally modulates the pumped volume.www.katronic.com
