In concrete production the reliable monitoring of high level conditions in silos is an important aspect of inventory management of cement and flyash. If the level monitor fails to function properly, large costs due to overfilling of the silo can occur. This is why the SafePoint® self-validating point level sensor from Monitor Technologies is the best choice for concrete producers worldwide. The SafePoint incorporates the patented use of Hall-effect technology, dual outputs to indicate both material presence AND unit health, and microcontroller technology along with industry leading features of Monitor’s standard rotary paddle point level monitor, to continuously protect cement and flyash storage and processing from the effects of unknown sensor failure by providing immediate notification of a sensor failure and confirmation of proper operation.
Concrete producers worldwide use the SafePoint to reliably protect against overfilling. The SafePoint is a "true fail-safe" self-validating level sensor and can save maintenance and plant personnel time and help avoid the costs of these untimely spills and overfill conditions. The SafePoint level sensor detects electrical and mechanical failure modes that might keep the unit from operating properly. The SafePoint is a relatively low cost fail-safe level sensor, around $300 US, with state-of-the-art electronics and patented technology, industry-leading screw-on/off cover, two conduit entrances, local indication and separate outputs to continuously monitor it's health status as well as the presence and absence of process material. It is designed specifically for applications with powders and other bulk solids and can be provided for use in Class I and II hazardous areas with CSA (for North America) and ATEX certifications for these environments.
Monitor Technologies LLC is a leading pioneer in level measurement and monitoring instrumentation for the worldwide cement producing industry as well as other industries involved with the storage, processing and handling of powders and bulk solids. Celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2008, the experience and market knowledge gained over five decades has earned Monitor a reputation for providing high quality and reliable product solutions. Monitor is located in Elburn Illinois.
SafePoint is just one of the many level measurement and monitoring devices designed and manufactured by Monitor Technologies LLC in Elburn, IL. For additional information please visit www.monitortech.com, www.flexar.info and our weblog at www.typepad.monitortech.com. You can also contact us at 1-800-766-6486 in the USA or 1-630-365-9403.
The
SafePoint rotary paddle level switch with a self-validating design
detects material presence plus continuously monitors its own ability
to function. The analysis includes sensor health and system power
failure, which makes the SafePoint truly “fail-safe”.
The SafePoint incorporates patented use of Hall-Effect technology,
dual outputs to indicate both material presence and unit health,
and microcontroller technology to continuously protect bulk solids
processing and storage from the consequences of unknown sensor
failure by providing immediate indication of a sensor failure
and confirmation of proper operation.
Other practical features of the SafePoint include rugged construction,
motor shut-off when paddle becomes impeded to maximize motor life, twist On/Off
cover for bolt free removal, and local status indicating light (except hazardous
location models)
A practical application for the SafePoint would be to use this "true"
fail-safe product if undetected sensor failure could result in a
catastrophic process problem.
