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case study Oil, gas and coal | OEM Solutions

Liquid level transmitters for OEM oil tanks

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A leading European provider of oil tank and storage solutions required a precise and robust pressure sensor to measure oil tank pressure, ensuring operational safety and enabling early detection of potential leaks or explosion risks.  Althen delivered a tailored solution, including customised cable assemblies and connectors, to ensure reliable integration and secure installation in the customer’s system.

Brekupa needed for the oil tanks they supply a precise and robust sensor to measure the content inside these oil tanks.

Liquid level transmitter for oil tanks

Brekupa is a leading supplier of oil tanks and storage solutions, serving customers in the oil and gas industry across Europe. The company needed a precise and robust pressure sensor to measure the pressure inside inside the oil tanks that are supplied to their customers. Brekupa wanted to ensure the safety and reliability of their products, and detect any abnormal changes that could lead to leaks or explosions.

Submersible MPM489W level transmitter

After researching various pressure sensor options on the market, the supplier of oil tanks decided to partner with us. The company selected Althen’s MPM489W Submersible Level Transmitter for its high accuracy, long term stability and compliance with safety standards such as RoHS and ATEX. he high-performance sensor is fully sealed and especially designed for hazardous environments and explosive atmospheres.

 

Accurate and stable liquid measurement

The MPM489W level transmitter is based on MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems) technology, which enables accurate and stable liquid measurement with low power consumption and high resistance to shock and vibration. 

The sensor is also compliant with RoHS and ATEX (ATmosphères EXplosibles) regulations, which set safety and performance standards for equipment used in potentially explosive environments. In addition, the sensor is cost-effective, highly reliable, and extremely stable.

 

Brekupa needed for the oil tanks they supply a precise and robust sensor to measure the content inside these oil tanks.

Integration and Althen services

To integrate the MPM489W Submersible Liquid Level Transmitter, Althen provided a customized solution that included a cable assembly and a connector with a special thread size and sealing to ensure tight and safe installation. 

The sensor housing protection is IP68, and the connection box protection IP65. At Althen we also assisted the customer in selecting the appropriate range and output signal for the sensor, based on the expected level range and the data acquisition systems used.

Once installed in the oil tanks, the intrinsically safe submersible level transmitter delivered accurate and reliable readings. The customer could remotely monitor liquid levels and set alarms for abnormal changes, thanks to the sensor's digital output and compatibility with various communication protocols. 

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Reliable readings even in the harshest conditions

Once the MPM489W Intrinsically Safe Submersible Level Transmitter was installed in the oil tanks, it provided accurate and reliable readings even in harshest conditions, such temperature variations, humidity, and mechanical stress. The customer was also able to monitor the liquid levels remotely and set alarms for abnormal changes, thanks to the sensor's digital output signal and compatibility with various communication protocols.

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  • Wide measuring range
  • Multiple output signals
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MPM489WZ4 Submersible Level Transmitter

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  • Outer diameter φ17mm small volume products
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Safe performance of oil tanks

As a result of the successful integration of the MPM489W liquid level sensor, the supplier of oil tanks and storage solutions was able to enhance the safety and performance of their oil tanks and gain a competitive edge in the market. They also established a long-term partnership with Althen, who provided not only a high-quality sensor but also excellent technical support and customer service throughout the project.

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