Vortex flowmeter can assist with energy-saving efforts
Krohne
The new Optiswirl 4200 vortex flowmeter is designed for the measurement of conducting and non-conducting liquids, gases and steam. The devices are suitable for use in auxiliary and supply applications in various industries, such as internal monitoring of energy flows for saturated and supersaturated steam and hot water, and heat-metering applications. In addition to gross heat calculation for steam, the Optiswirl 4200 (photo) now includes net heat calculation for steam and condensate, as well. With one temperature sensor integrated as standard, the device can be installed as a heat meter in the feed line, directly connected with an external temperature sensor in the return line. The gross and net heat calculation can be fed into a DCS for advanced energy management. Another advantage, says the company, is that by combining three measuremens (flow, temperature and pressure) in one two-wire device, the line has to be opened only once for installation.— Krohne, Duisburg, Germany