Quicklime silo
Level measurement in the quicklime silo
Process data
Measuring task:
Level measurement
Measuring point:
Silo
Measuring range up to:
25 m
Medium:
Pulp
Process temperature:
+40 ... +80 °C
Process pressure:
0 ... 0 bar
Special challenges:
Dust and noise, material cones and troughs, bad reflective properties
Application
Quicklime is an important substance for the recovery of lye in pulp production. It is produced in the lime kiln through the combustion of lime sludge from causticisation. The quicklime is conveyed via a bucket elevator into the quicklime silo, where it is temporarily stored, and then discharged via screw conveyors into the lime dosing feeder for the causticising process. Continuous level measurement in the quicklime silo is required to ensure a reliable supply is readily available.
Your benefit
Reliable
Reliable readings in spite of difficult measuring conditions
Cost effective
Maintenance costs are saved through air cleaning of antenna
User friendly
One radar sensor for all silo sizes
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Non-contact level measurement with radar in the quicklime silo.
- Reliable measurement in the presence of dust and contamination
- Easy alignment of the sensor with swivel mount and sensor app
- Good focusing allows retrofitting of sensor at any location
Measuring range - Distance
120 m
Process temperature
-40 ... 200 °C
Process pressure
-1 ... 20 bar
