Ultrasonic Non invasive clamp on flow meters

Using the latest technology in non-intrusive, ultrasonic flow measurement equipment, we can accurately measure flow in virtually any size and type of pipe.

Ultrasonic flow measurement is gaining prominence as a trusted flow measurement system. Clamp-on flowmeter, sometimes known asbolt-on or strap-on flowmeters offer an alternative solution in applications where the flow process cannot be disrupted. In many complex flow metering applications, ultrasonic flow meters can be retrofitted to an existing process pipe where diameter, wall thickness and material are not known.

Ultra sonic technology is also capable of handling pipes with..

• Internal Lining
• Plastic
• Epoxy
• Cement liners
• Bonded coatings on the interior and exterior
• Stainless steel
• Carbon steel
• Blue Brute

Clamp-on meters also utilize auxiliary ultrasonic sensors to measure pipe wall thickness and velocity of the process liquid itself (if this information is not known). Clamp on flowmeters are also used todetect different products or interfaces flowing in the same pipe where CIP (Clean In Place) is performed.

Flow rate or units can be measured in ...

• Mass: Grams(g), Kilograms(Kg), Ton(ton), Pounds(lb), Tonnes(t)
• Volume: Litre(l), Gallons(gal), Meters Cubed (m³)
• Time: Seconds(sec), Minutes(min), Hours(hr)  are selected from keypad.

Products that can be measured using ultrasonic flow measurement

• Water and waste water
• Benzine
• Diesel
• Petrol
• Gas
• Acids
• Milk
• Beer
• Slurry
• Drilling mud

The benefits of ultrasonic flowmeters

Ultrasonic sensors can be clamped onto the outside of just about any round pipe.

• This eliminates the need to dismantle the pipework and interrupt the process. 
• Ultra sonic flow meters can be applied to any type of standard pipe carrying clean or dirty liquids.
• The portable flow meter  has been designed to meet the needs of the Service and Maintenance Engineer.
• It is invaluable for Commissioning engineers wishing to confirm the flow rate of liquids at different locations
• in the plant. 
• Set-up of the clamp on meter is menu driven, and is simple and user friendly in order to obtain the required flow information in just a few minutes.
• Clamp-on transit-time ultrasonic flowmeters allow users to quickly install non invasive flowmeters into existing processes.

Cost benefits to your business

Ultra sonic flow measurement systems offer lower total installation costs because clamp on flow metering eliminates the need for costly shutdowns to accomodate installations.

The need for additional costs assosiated with standard flow meters is negated which include: 

• Special permits
• Purging
• Gluing
• Cutting
• Welding

The cost of an ultrasonic meter remains the same irrespective of pipe size and material. Larger pipe sizes over 600mm become increasingly cost effective. Many installations to date include pipes from as small as 6mm diameter in hydraulic oil flow to 6500 mmdiameter on Hydro Electric Power Stations. Defective in-line flowmeters can be left in situ and an ultrasonic flowmeter can beinstalled directly adjacent to the existing in-line device with no process disruption.The clamp-on meter could also be easily removed when the in-line meter is replaced. Portable clamp on flow meters may be used for short term measurements for....

• in-line meter validation
• pump performance testing
• plant commissioning process
• complete flow surveys.

Contact Flow Services for an obligation free site demonstration at your premises.