Fixed roof storage tanks
Level measurement and point level detection of fixed roof storage tanks
Process data
Measuring task
Level measurement and point level detection
Measuring point
Tank
Measuring range up to
15 m
Medium
Light or heavy hydrocarbon
Process temperature
-40 … +50 °C
Process pressure
0 … 0 bar
Special challenges
Varying hydrocarbon products, possible condensation
Application
Level measurement of crude and bulk liquids storage tanks in a refinery is necessary for inventory management and overspill protection. Multiple measurement devices can fit into a single process fitting.
Your benefit
Reliable
Redundant measurement ensures a high degree of safety
Cost effective
Self-monitoring reduces maintenance costs
User friendly
Easy installation and setup
Recommended products
VEGAPULS 62
Level measurement with radar in fixed roof storage tanks
- Simple retrofit capability utilizes existing process Fittings
- Exact measuring results independent of temperature, gas or steam
- Use of optional PLV (Positive Level Verification) system fulfils API 2350 requirements
Measuring range - Distance
35 m
Process temperature
-196 ... 450 °C
Process pressure
-1 ... 160 bar
VEGASWING 63
Vibrating level switch for overfill protection in fixed roof storage tanks
- High level switch provides redundancy
- By simply pushing a button, you can meet the legal requirements of the periodic test in seconds
- Unaffected by media properties ensures reliable measurement
Process temperature
-50 ... 250 °C
Process pressure
-1 ... 64 bar
Version
Standard
Hygienic applications
with gas-tight leadthrough
with tube extension
with temperature adapter
US 25822 
BR 24667 
GB 17539 
CA 9911 
AU 9842 
IE 5531 
SA 2622 
TR 2594 
