ifm Industrial Sensors and Control Products

ifm Temperature Sensor

ifm is one of the world’s largest manufacturers of industrial sensors and controls products, producing over 9 million sensors annually. Products include position sensors, sensors for motion control, vision sensors, safety technology, process sensors, and sensors for industrial networks.

Below is ifm's complete catalog to familiarize you with their products.

For assistance with ifm products, visit TECO's website, or call 800-528-8997 for immediate service.

ifm Industrial Sensor Catalog from Thompson Equipment Company

Understanding Coriolis Flow Measurement

Coriolis flowmeters directly measure the mass flow of a subject fluid, which is inclusive of regular and supercritical liquids and liquefied gases. Operating on the Coriolis effect principle, Coriolis flowmeters create a controlled condition in which the mass flow of the fluid can be directly measured. They rely on motion mechanics: one or two tubes are aligned inside a Coriolis flowmeter, then made to oscillate with an exciter. Fluid flows through the oscillating tubes, twisting them slightly in proportion to the mass flow of the fluid and its inertia. There are highly reactive sensors attached to the tubes; when the measured substance flows through the vibrating tubes, the numeric difference between sensor readings provide the basis of the resulting fluid is mass flow measurement. This process also delivers a second measurement: the density of the substance. The sensors measure the frequency of oscillations. Coriolis flowmeters rely on direct computation instead of an algorithm, and therefore are regarded as highly accurate instruments in industry, coming in at 0.1 percent accuracy in some cases.

Rotation without mass flow
(image courtesy of Wikipedia).

Rotation with mass flow
(image courtesy of Wikipedia).

Coriolis flowmeters are advantageous choices for many industrial applications. They are used to measure drinking water, oils and gases, chemicals, etc. However, these mass flow measurement products particularly stand out in the chemical industry. As a prerequisite for most fluid processing operations, measurements and quantities often rely upon mass instead of upon volume. Coriolis flowmeters, with their direct measurement of mass flow, can be the optimal choice for applications requiring mass flow measurement.

As beneficial as Coriolis flowmeters are, they are not immune to some engineering and practical limitations. The most recognized limitation is the size of the pipes the meters are able to accommodate. A Coriolis meter is comparatively large, when other measurement instrument technologies are considered, making it difficult to place in some installations. In addition to being recognized as one of the most accurate flow measuring technologies, the Coriolis flowmeter requires little maintenance.

The vibration pattern with mass flow
(image courtesy of Wikipedia).

The vibration pattern during no-flow
(image courtesy of Wikipedia).

Selecting and configuring the instrument properly and assuring that installation is performed in accordance with manufacturer instructions are necessary tasks to achieving best instrument performance. Reach out to an instrumentation specialist with your flow measurement challenges, combining your process knowledge with their product application expertise to develop effective solutions.

For additional information on any industrial flow measuring technologies visit Thompson Equipment (TECO) at  http://www.teco-inc.com or call 800-528-8997.

The Magmeter Zone - Don't Let Your Flow Meters Die Here

Don't let this happen to your old flowmeters! 

Here's a video parody of the popular TV show "The Twilight Zone", only here it's the "Magmeter Zone", where old, worn out magmeters go to die. From the creative minds at TECO ... humor in magnetic flowmeters - who woulda thunk it?  Enjoy!

Accurate Pulp Mill Consistency Measurement Required

The graph above displays the actual
results from lab verification samples
taken from the defiberlizer.

Problem / Issue:
Pulp Mill Consistency Measurement Requires Accurate Measurement over a Wide Range of Consistency Levels.

Overview:
The overall throughput (TPD) of the fiber line is traditionally calculated from a single consistency measurement device. This measurement must be accurate and repeatable.

TECO Solution:
C9700 Fixed Wing Consistency Sensor.

How the TECO Solution Solves The Problem...
The TECO C9700 Fixed Wing Consistency Sensor is designed to accurately measure over a wide consistency range, including low consistency swings from variations in blow tank levels. This sensor has proven consistency ranges from 1.5 % to 7.0%, over a wide range of velocity (flow) rates.

As an example, the above graph displays the results from a southern kraft pulp mill application, after the blow tank, prior to the defiberlizer.

Benefits

• Wide Consistency Range – accurate across a variety of consistency levels
• Simple / Reliable Probe Design – no moving parts or maintenance issues
• Stable Calibration and Excellent Repeatability – for complete consistency control

Who is it Important to?

• Pulp Mill Superintendent
• Bleach Plant Superintendent 
• Process Control Engineer
• Maintenance Manager
• Instrument Superintendent

Before and After Examples of Instrument and Flow Meter Repair & Remanufacture

See the dramatic change of flowmeters and instruments before and after the TECO repair and remanufactured process.

TECO HK Series Microwave Consistency Transmitter Technical Review

TECO HK Series
Microwave Consistency Transmitters

The TECO HK Series microwave consistency transmitters provide a versatile, safe and easy-to-calibrate means for measuring the consistency of paper stock. The HK Series can successfully measure broke, recycle or other difficult fiber types, independent of fiber length, freeness or wood species.

Typically less than half of the cost of other microwave transmitters, the HK series microwave transmitters will measure the percentage of total solids of additives in water and percentage of moisture in wood chips with the same transmitter. Applications include measurement and control of machine, recycle & broke stock, measurement and control of % totals solids of starch additives, measurement and control of % solids (limestone, kaolin clay) in coatings.

• Low cost – typically less than half the cost of other microwave transmitters
• Easy to install
• One point calibration
• Adjustable antenna units to maximize sensitivity to process conditions
• Internally compensated for temperature
• No routine maintenance required. Install & forget!
• Current and Digital Outputs
• Contact closure
• Versatile – Same transmitter can be used in Pipes, tanks, chests, belts & chutes.

Applications:

• Paper and Board Mills:
  • Machine Stock Consistency Measurement and Control
  • Broke Consistency Measurement and Control
• Paper Mills
  • Bleaching State Feed Consistency
  • Consistency Measurement & Control in Fiber Lines with changing Wood Species
  • Production Measurment at Integrated Mills
• Mechanical Pulp Plants
  • Refiner Consistency
  • All Fiber Line Consistency Measurments and Control
• De-inking Pulp Plants
• Consistency and Control of Deinking Pulp
• Production Measurement of Deinking Pulp

TECO HK Series Microwave Consistency Transmitter Technical Review from Thompson Equipment Company

A Quick and Easy Presentation on Measuring Freeness in Pulp & Paper Production

Drainac Freeness Analyzer

Production Superintendents, Machine Superintendents, Process Engineers, Machine Operators .... if you have basic paper machine production responsibility, you should look at this slideshow.

A Freeness Analyzer is an on-line, in-process field instrument used as a production orientated tool that directly measures drainage rate (freeness).

It operates on the basic principle of how easily water will drain through a pad of fiber. Approximately every 30 seconds, the Freeness Analyzer measures the rate of filtrate flow through a fiber pad.

Once the freeness has been determined, air pressure is increased to return the filtrate and fiber to the stock line in preparation for the next cycle. At the same time, flush water is introduced into the chamber to clean the screen and interior of the chamber.

This information is regarded as a “window” into the process as an indirect measurement of fiber quality. The TECO Drainac is the only freeness measurement device that actually measures the true drainage rate, or from the papermaker’s standpoint, actually measures the drainage of the stock on the forming fabric.

The TECO Drainac: For Pulp & Paper Freeness Monitoring, Refiner Control, and Pulp Blending from Thompson Equipment Company

Consider Flowmeter & Instrument Remanufacturing as a Viable Alternative to New

Example of instrument
remanufacture

Many companies don't realize that when you have a failed magnetic flowmeter or mass flowmeter, it's often more cost-effective and efficient to have them restored to mint condition than it is to replace them with new units.

But if you send meters to the original manufacturer, they can disappear into their system for weeks or months. And you have no idea how long it will really take, or if it will fail again later from undetected problems.

Example of mag meter
remanufacture

The fact is you can't afford the loss of productivity or downtime. But what if there were a place you could send broken flowmeters that could save you money and time by restoring them to pristine condition. A cost-effective specialist who could guarantee rapid turnaround time and premium customer service. A team of experienced professionals with the capabilities to keep equipment in service, even if it's no longer supported by others.

For a proven partner like this, there's only TECO. Established in 1947, TECO has become the global leader in restoration and customization of magnetic flow meters, Coriolis meters, and other process control instruments. At TECO, they understand that time is money, which is why they provide the fastest turnaround time in the industry. TECO doesn't simply repair a broken part in return it, they do a full restoration and back the whole meter with a full warranty.

Example of mass flowmeter
remanufacture

TECO quality control includes NIST traceable flow calibration, which is often required by regulatory agencies and ISO 9000 standards.  TECO also provides independent calibration to serve your preventative maintenance and metrology needs. While their low-cost, high-quality work has made TECO the industry leader, it's their commitment to premium customer service that keeps their clients loyal. Extensive capabilities combined with a focus on service also means TECO can manufacture custom flowmeter solutions to meet the demands of severe applications.

• Low cost, rapid restoration of magnetic flowmeters, mass flowmeters and other instruments
• Pristine, like-new equipment
• Backed with the full warranty
• Customized solutions and expert customer service you can trust

It's all part of the package with TECO.

If you have failed magnetic flowmeters, Coriolis meters or other instruments, call TECO. After receiving your equipment, we'll turn around a quote in 48 hours or less. No return authorization required. To develop a customized solution for your your toughest application, contact TECO.