Successful Application of the Tube-11 Vibrating Rod Level Switch in Concrete Mixing Plant Level Measurement

Case Background

In a concrete mixing plant, accurate measurement and control of raw materials are critical to ensuring concrete quality and production efficiency. Common materials such as sand, gravel, and cement vary significantly in their physical characteristics. Traditional measurement methods often struggle to cope with the diversity and complexity of these materials, leading to inaccurate measurements and subsequent impacts on production efficiency and product quality. To address these challenges, a concrete mixing plant decided to implement the Tube-11 vibrating rod level switch for level measurement.

Measurement Challenges

• Diverse Raw Materials: The mixing plant handles a variety of raw materials including sand, gravel, and cement, each with significant differences in density and particle size, posing measurement challenges.
• Dust and Adhesion: Cement and other powdered materials generate dust during storage and transport, which can adhere to equipment surfaces, affecting measurement accuracy. Dust can also pose explosion hazards, necessitating a level switch with dust explosion protection.
• Vibration and Impact: The mixing plant operates under conditions of significant vibration and impact during production, challenging the stability and durability of measurement equipment.

Advantages of Tube-11 Vibrating Rod Level Switch

• High Sensitivity: Tube-11 can sensitively detect materials of different densities and particle sizes, ensuring precise measurement.
• Anti-adhesion Design: The rod is designed with special surface treatments to prevent dust and material adhesion, ensuring long-term stable operation.
• Vibration and Impact Resistance: Tube-11 is robustly designed to withstand high levels of vibration and impact, making it suitable for the mixing plant’s operating conditions.
• Maintenance-Free: With no internal moving parts, Tube-11 has a simple design that reduces maintenance frequency and costs.
• Wide Applicability: Suitable for various bulk materials including granular and powdered materials, Tube-11 offers high adaptability.
• Safety against Explosions: Tube-11 is certified by national explosion protection agencies, ensuring safety in potentially explosive environments.

Implementation Process

1. Site Survey and Design Proposal: The technical team conducted a detailed survey of the plant’s raw material storage and conveying systems to understand material characteristics and flow paths. Based on this assessment, they developed an installation plan tailored for Tube-11, selecting critical locations to ensure measurement accuracy and stability.
2. Installation and Commissioning: During installation, the team strictly followed the design plan to ensure precise placement of the vibrating rod level switch and secure connection with storage containers. After installation, they conducted initial commissioning, testing Tube-11’s sensitivity and accuracy through simulations of various material levels.
3. System Integration and Training: Tube-11 was integrated into the mixing plant’s automated control system, enabling real-time data transmission and monitoring. The technical team provided comprehensive training to operators to ensure proficiency in operating and maintaining the equipment.

Customer Satisfaction

After a period of use, Tube-11 demonstrated outstanding performance in level measurement at the mixing plant, greatly satisfying the customer:

• Accurate Measurement: Tube-11 provided reliable level data, effectively preventing shortages or overages of raw materials, thereby enhancing production efficiency and product quality.
• Stable Operation: Despite high dust and vibration levels, Tube-11 maintained stable operation, minimizing equipment failures and downtime.
• Ease of Maintenance: The maintenance-free design reduced workload and costs associated with equipment maintenance, empowering operators with ease of operation and maintenance.
• Overall Performance Enhancement: Through accurate level measurement and real-time monitoring, the mixing plant’s production management underwent significant optimization, resulting in overall performance improvement.

Conclusion

Tube-11 vibrating rod level switch excels in level measurement at concrete mixing plants due to its high sensitivity, anti-adhesion properties, vibration resistance, and maintenance-free operation. This case not only highlights Tube-11’s technological advantages but also provides an effective solution for level measurement in environments characterized by high dust and vibration levels.