December marks a milestone for Automation Products Group, Inc. as we begin our 20th year as a trusted name in industrial measurement. What began with deep agricultural roots and decades of engineering know-how, formally became APG in 2006. Since then, we have honored our legacy by transforming proven ideas into practical industrial measurement solutions which […]
Industry 4.0, or the fourth Industrial Revolution, is reshaping how manufacturers monitor, manage, and optimize their operations. By combining smart sensors, IIoT connectivity, cloud platforms, and advanced analytics, companies can drive greater efficiency, reduce downtime, and improve the safety and reliability of their processes. At Automation Products Group, Inc. (APG), we design sensors and monitoring […]
There are many application obstacles for level sensing in harsh chemicals, including things like high temperatures, foam, vapor, and turbulence. At Automation Products Group, Inc. (APG), we have several sensors in our lineup that can monitor harsh chemicals in tanks. The more remote the chemical tank, the more critical sensor selection becomes. You can add […]
The recommendation of a standpipe (or stand pipe) is somewhat common. They are occasionally needed to move an ultrasonic sensor back far enough to compensate for the blanking distance, or to act as a waveguide. They are even used to hold the level sensor perpendicular to the target surface when the top of a tank is not flat. So when we […]
In today’s dairy industry, accurate tank monitoring plays a vital role in maintaining quality, consistency, and food safety. From milk collection and pasteurization to cleaning systems, knowing exactly what’s happening inside your tanks helps prevent costly downtime and contamination. At Automation Products Group, Inc. (APG) we understand the importance of hygienic design and reliable performance […]
Float level transmitters are a proven, reliable way to measure liquid level in tanks, silos, and process vessels. These sensors use a simple yet highly effective design: the long sensing stem (the level probe), a series of switches inside the stem, and a magnetic float that rises and falls with the liquid. As the float […]
Emergency generators keep construction sites, data centers, warehouses, government facilities, cell towers, and more operational during severe weather and other power interruptions. These huge generators are fueled by diesel stored in nearby fuel tanks. Managers use several different means to monitor the level of fuel. Automation Products Group, Inc. (APG) and our industrial measurement instruments […]
In this session, Shaw from APG and Kelvin from ControlByWeb sit down for a candid, conversational discussion on integrating APG ultrasonic level sensors with I/O modules to unlock smarter, more efficient automation systems. This is a practical, real-world conversation that blends product expertise with field insights. If you’re looking to better understand how to bring […]
Surface disruption is a problem in both contact and non-contact methods of liquid level measurement. Stilling wells are an excellent way to dampen these disruptions and provide a clean target surface for an accurate measurement. By isolating a calmer column of liquid, they give your sensor a clean, steady target and eliminate false readings. At […]