Fluid catalytic cracking unit
Density, level measurement and point level detection in the reactor
Process data
Measuring task
Density and level measurement, point level detection
Measuring point
Column
Measuring range up to
20 m
Medium
Heavy crude oil and residues
Process temperature
+230 … +400 °C
Process pressure
+20 … +60 bar
Special challenges
Extreme process conditions
Application
Fluid Catalytic Cracking (FCC) is one of the most important conversion processes used in petroleum refineries. As with many other refining applications, the vessels in the reactor system need to be operated and controlled at their optimum levels, as this is critical for the process productivity. Maintaining the proper levels also ensures that the expensive catalyst is used at maximum efficiency, with no waste.
Your benefit
Reliable
Non-invasive measurement ensures highest plant availability
Cost effective
Lightweight design reduces mounting costs
User friendly
External mounting does not interrupt the process
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US 1269 
MY 483 
CN 222 
AP 196 
AU 116 
GB 63 
CA 62 
NZ 46 
