Ore storage silo
Level measurement and point level detection in ore storage silos
Level measurement and point level detection in ore storage silos
Process data
Measuring task:
Level measurement and point level detection
Measuring point:
Silo
Measuring range up to:
30 m
Medium:
Different ores
Process temperature:
0 … +30 °C
Process pressure:
0 … 0 bar
Special challenges:
Different grain sizes, changing angles of repose
Application
Mined ore is transported via conveyor systems to large above ground or underground silos and stored there until it is used in production. A reliable level measurement is required to determine the contents of the silos.
Your benefit
Reliable
Reliable operation under all operating conditions
Cost effective
Maintenance-free operation of the facility
User friendly
Simple mounting and setup
Recommended products
VEGAPULS 6X
Non-contact level measurement with radar in the ore storage silo
- Reliable measurement, unaffected by dust
- Easy alignment of the sensor via integrated swivelling holder and app for smartphone
- High plant availability, because wear and maintenance-free
Measuring range - Distance
120 m
Process temperature
-196 ... 450 °C
Process pressure
-1 ... 160 bar
VEGACAP 65
Capacitive point level detection for overfill protection in the ore storage silo
- Reliable measurement despite buildup and dust
- Robust sensor construction for long service life
- Simple mounting and Setup
Measuring range - Distance
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Process temperature
-50 ... 200 °C
Process pressure
-1 ... 64 bar
