A tank cloud sensor by APG Sensors leverages technology and Internet connectivity to provide excellent local and a wide range of remote tank level monitoring. Our cloud sensors enable you to monitor liquid levels with various monitoring technologies, including ultrasonic, float, and pressure sensors. Also, our tank cloud sensors can monitor liquid levels in different types of tanks, including chemical injection, IBC, and oil tanks. APG Sensors has the perfect local and remote monitoring sensor for you regardless of your application. Pair your level sensor with our controller to manage a whole host of functions, including liquid levels, control pumps and valves, and log files.
Level monitoring refers to the process of observing liquid and solid volumes in industrial, residential, or commercial tanks using technology. Typically, it involves installing a level sensor in a tank or container and transmitting measurement data from the sensor to a monitoring device.
This is essential for measuring fuel, oil, and chemicals in various tanks. Checking such elements manually or by using traditional methods can be unsafe or difficult. Installation is a one-time activity that enables you to monitor tank contents locally on a display or remotely via a cloud service or browser.
Tank cloud gauges work through wireless sensor network controllers that interpret measurement data from the level sensor near the fill pipe and make the data available to users via an Internet or network connection. You can configure your sensor data to be accessed locally or remotely, depending on preference. In many cases, tank cloud sensors require a cloud service subscription to work. Fortunately, our controllers allow direct access over a network, which means you do not necessarily need a cloud service subscription for the level monitoring system to work.
Consider several factors when choosing a level sensor for your tank monitoring system.
First, know the media you will be measuring. Most level switches are designed to work with clean liquids. Therefore, consider using a float switch or pressure transducer sensors if you intend to measure dirty or corrosive liquids.
Second, know where the access point for installing the level sensor is. Level switches are easy to install on a tank with an access point at the top. However, if the tank top is inaccessible, consider installing a pressure transducer.
Third, think about the tank size. Level sensor types have a range of measurements that need to be considered. Talk to one of our representatives to determine the best level switch for your tank cloud system.
Storage tanks can be used in many locations and environments, including indoors, outdoors, below, and above ground. Tank cloud sensors enable users to monitor media levels in tanks to boost productivity, efficiency, and profitability.
Compared to wired systems, tank cloud sensors are far more affordable and easier to install. Minimal infrastructure changes are required to implement. It involves connecting a wireless node to a level switch such as a wireless ultrasonic sensor and installing it in a container. You could install single or multiple wireless nodes, depending on your preference. The wireless nodes bound to wireless gateways or controllers form a network. Once the connections have been made, our technicians will survey the location to ensure the deployed nodes and the gateway are properly connected.
Then, our technicians configure the system and set inspection parameters and alarm thresholds. One great feature is that our tank cloud sensors can monitor multiple containers. We can set up this system at a much shorter time and lower cost than other level measurement systems.
Tank cloud sensors provide real-time monitoring and alerts, which boosts efficiency. For instance, they provide real-time monitoring of remote containers, which means you do not have to send staff to a site based on forecasted expectations of media levels inside the containers. Instead, you can plan site visits strategically based on actual needs. Tank cloud sensors save time and costs and ensure your tanks are full and processes run seamlessly.
APG Sensors technicians can set up automated alerts to notify your staff of potential problems and minimize emergencies. We understand the effects of emergencies on tank fill levels. For instance, dry oil tanks can draw processes to an unexpected halt. On the other hand, overfills can be extremely wasteful and may have considerable effects on the environment. The real-time monitoring alerts when your tanks do not meet a specific threshold preventing accidents.
In addition, sensor cloud systems provide data that can be analyzed and used by management in decision-making regarding assets, utilization of the assets, tank servicing, and the resources required for the servicing.
Tank cloud sensors enable businesses and industrial ventures to adapt to changing business needs which are highly dynamic due to changing environments and client requirements. Fortunately, APG tank cloud sensors are scalable and highly adaptable to changing needs and requirements.
You could even deploy a new network to new tanks because tank cloud sensors do not have the time and labor requirements of wired level monitoring systems.
There are many advantages of tank cloud sensors. This level monitoring system is easy to install, affordable, and does not have significant time and labor commitments. Also, we can monitor multiple containers and are scalable to accommodate new containers. We could even configure the system to send automated alerts to prevent accidents and emergencies.
Let APG Sensors find the best tank cloud sensor for you. Call us today to learn more about our industrial automation tools.
