Fermentation in the ethanol plant
Level, switching and pressure measurement in the conversion process for alcohol production
Level, switching and pressure measurement in the conversion process for alcohol production
Process data
Measuring task:
Pressure and level measurement, point level detection
Measuring point:
Tank
Measuring range up to:
5 m
Medium:
Mash
Process temperature:
+20 … +40 °C
Process pressure:
0 … 5 mbar
Special challenges:
Fluctuating gauge pressure, foaming
Application
The heart of the ethanol plant is the fermentation process. This is where the sugars in the mash are converted into alcohol, which, in the subsequent distillation process, is then concentrated to a strength of 99.9 %. The CO2 gas given off by the fermentation is captured and used for carbonation in the beverage industry. To keep the fermenter vessel operating in its optimal range, reliable monitoring of the process parameters including the vessel level and overall pressure is required.
Your benefit
Reliable
Accurate readings under all process conditions in the fermenter
Cost effective
Level and pressure measurement using electronic differential pressure provides all relevant measurement data
User friendly
Simple mounting and setup
Recommended products
VEGABAR 82
Measurement of the level and gauge pressure during mash fermentation with electronic differential pressure
- High abrasion resistance thanks to ceramic materials
- Different measuring cells enable application oriented selection
- Easy cleaning thanks to front-flush measuring cells
Measuring range - Distance
-
Measuring range - Pressure
-1 ... 100 bar
Process temperature
-40 ... 150 °C
VEGACAP 64
Capacitive point level detection of the mash in the fermentation process
- Reliable foam detection, regardless of consistency
- Unaffected by buildup, even with product deposits and thick foam
- Adjustment-free setup and commissioning minimizes costs
Measuring range - Distance
-
Process temperature
-50 ... 200 °C
Process pressure
-1 ... 64 bar
