
The new Raptor system is a complete range of tank-gauging instrumentation, including high-performance, non-contact radar level gauges; temperature and pressure transmitters; water-interface sensors; and inventory management software. Tank hubs are used to communicate with the measuring instruments and control room via standard protocols. Rapor’s bus-powered two-wire Tankbus communication is based on Foundation fieldbus technology, allowing easy startup and integration of all system units. Raptor is built around a new line of Rosemount 0.5-mm precision radar-level gauges, and ultra-stable temperature transmitters with three- or four-wire multiple spot sensors. The gauges use the drip-off antenna concept (photo), and can be used in virtually any liquid, from liquefied petroleum gas to crude oil and asphalt. — Rosemount Tank Radar AB, Göteborg, Sweden