Building materials industry sensor application

The building materials industry utilizes sensors for various applications to enhance efficiency and optimize operations. Sensors are used to track materials through the supply chain, allowing companies to monitor their movement in real-time.

Building materials production

Building materials production is a vital aspect of the building construction industry. It involves the manufacturing and processing of raw materials into finished products used in construction projects. The production of building materials encompasses various stages, from sourcing the raw materials to the final manufacturing process.

Typical application scenarios

Level measurement in the lime kiln

A lime kiln is used to produce quicklime through the calcination of limestone. Here the furnace is filled from the top and the calcined limestone (quicklime) is collected at the bottom of the furnace. Accurate level measurement ensures optimal charging and hence efficient operation of the furnace.

Level measurement and point level detection in mixing towers

Materials such as concrete and mortar are needed in widely different compositions depending on the application. The various raw materials are stored in segmented towers, which then blend cement, lime and other aggregates according to specific requirements. In each individual segment, reliable level measurement and point level detection ensure the constant availability of the raw materials and cost-effective operation of the plant.

Level and limit measurement in crushers

In the persistent processing process, hard rock is broken into transportable stones by blasting. Further processing into basic building materials such as crushed stone, pebbles or sand requires further processing steps. Jaw crushers and roll crushers break large rocks into different particle sizes. In order to ensure the economy of operation and minimize the wear of the crusher, the material level and limit of the crusher must be monitored

Building materials production measuring sensors

Features

In building materials production, various types of level sensors are used to ensure quality control and efficiency. These sensors enable automation, precise control, and consistent product quality in building materials production. They help monitor and optimize various parameters, ensuring that the production process meets the required standards and specifications.

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SPX500 Series Vibration Tuning Fork Level Switch Sensor

SPR400 Series Rotary Paddle Level Switch

SRL602 26G High Frequency Horn type Radar Type Level Transmitter

Building materials storage

In building materials storage, level sensors are crucial for ensuring proper control and efficiency. These sensors are used to measure and monitor the level of various substances in containers or storage tanks, such as liquids or granular materials.

Typical application scenarios

Level and pressure measurement in large storage silos

To ensure continuous production, even if material production is interrupted, the raw materials are stored in large bunkers with heights of over 30 m and diameters of up to 20 m. The large dimensions of the silos require the filling and emptying to take place at multiple points. Uniform filling and emptying of the bunkers is achieved through level and pressure measurement at various points in the bunker.

Level measurement in buffer and production silos

After crushing and screening, the different aggregates are transported via conveyor belts and distributed among the silos. Before further processing, the stones, gravel or rock flour are stored in buffer and production silos. To ensure optimal material storage, a precise level measurement is required.

Silo for ready mixed asphalt

Different qualities are required from the asphalt depending on the usage and climatic conditions, so every asphalt mixture varies depending on the application. Asphalt is always extremely viscous, hot and highly adhesive. Due to these properties and the numerous different asphalt mixtures, reliable level measurement and point level detection methods are essential.

Pressure and flow detection of pressure pipelines in hydropower plants

In a hydroelectric power plant, water is conveyed from the dam to the turbines through penstocks. A partial or complete rupture of a pressure line can increase the flow in the line beyond the maximum flow. If the leak goes undetected, it can cause floods and destroy power plants, resulting in lost production. Therefore, it is important to measure the flow reliably in order to detect if there is a rupture in the pipeline and then take the necessary action, such as closing the pressure valve.