Liquid Inventory Management
Precision for reliability, efficiency and complete traceability
From unloading to tank storage and dosing, modern liquid process lines rely on smart sensor technologies. These technologies guarantee that every drop is measured, monitored and transferred with precision. Precision, speed and durability are essential for process transparency, real-time stock visibility and higher efficiency in liquid handling operations. This ensures uninterrupted production, minimum product loss, improved inventory control and complete traceability across the value chain.
Liquid product receival and deaeration monitoring
Guarantee uninterrupted receival of liquid material and accurate recording of the amounts received.
- Measurement of flow rate with flow sensors to total received volumes for billing and traceability
- Monitoring of temperature for quality assurance purposes
- Material-independent detection of high and low limit levels and foam during deaeration with point level sensors
- Continuous fill level measurement for uninterrupted production
IBC, drum and container discharge monitoring
Guarantee complete discharge, accurate mass balance and uninterrupted production while protecting sensitive products.
- Monitoring of the empty-pipe signal with point level or bubble detection sensors to ensure complete discharge and immediate container changeover. This minimizes waste, ensures continuous product feed and prevents the ingress of foreign air into sensitive products
- Monitoring of fill level and flow to track material transfer and total the quantities used
Liquid product transfer and dosing monitoring
Guarantee efficient, uninterrupted transfer and dosing of liquids with minimum loss and complete traceability.
- Measurement of flow rate for uninterrupted operation of upstream and downstream processes
- Monitoring of conductivity concentration measurement and identification of the liquids being transferred
- Precise detection of phase transitions during push-in and push-out with analog-output point level sensors or conductivity sensors to prevent waste
- Monitoring of temperature for quality and food safety purposes
- Monitoring of pressure to detect blockages and obstructions in the line
Process and storage tank monitoring
Obtain continuous information on fill levels and conditions in process and storage tanks, independent of size, operation or product.
- Material-independent detection of high and low limit levels with point level sensors, combined with foam detection or discrimination, for reliable filling, processing and discharge operations plus overflow protection
- Fill level monitoring with hydrostatic pressure measurement or other continuous level sensors
- Control of temperature, for example to ensure ideal conditions during fermentation or to guarantee quality and food safety during storage
- Monitoring of agitator speed with encoders to ensure homogeneous mixing in the tank
- Measurement of headspace pressure with pressure sensors to prevent contamination by providing anaerobic or inert atmospheres in aseptic processes or when storing oxidation-sensitive materials
Certifications and Approvals
Baumer sensors are certified in accordance with all international design and material standards relevant to the food and beverage industry. Baumer's internal processes are certified according to DIN ISO 9000 requirements. Hygienic sensors are designed, developed and manufactured in compliance with 3-A and EHEDG guidelines to guarantee the highest standards in food production.
An end-to-end development process, from the initial concept stage through to series production, is continuously validated by our customers' use. Our sensors comply with IP69 protection and undergo additional testing under our corporate proTect+ standard for maximum reliability and durability.
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