Energy Monitoring Applications

Rising fuel and electric costs, along with global warming concerns have changed the way industrial facilities view energy consumption. Process equipment and air pollution control systems that were installed several years ago may not reflect the energy conscious designs available today, analyzing these systems to determine energy reduction opportunities can be a very valuable practice. Recovering waste heat is one of the easiest and most utilized means of reducing energy demands at industrial facilities.

By Anguil Environmental Systems, Inc. based in Milwaukee, WISCONSIN (USA).

Crude oil is a highly complex mixture of hydrocarbons. Through desalting, distillation, and conversion, it is transformed into fractions of higher-quality hydrocarbons such as paraffins, aromatics, naphthenes, and olefins. Different ratios of these so-called PIANO compounds are blended to yield different fuel and lubricant types. Increasingly, fossil fuels are blended with biofuels. Both blending and refining processes are demanding and require precise and reliable analysis. Regardless whether you deal with...

By Metrohm AG based in Herisau, SWITZERLAND.

Growing populations – about 80 million every year – and industrializing countries create huge needs for electrical energy. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA) the global energy demand will increase by about 65% by 2035. A major fraction of the required energy will continue to be provided by thermal – mainly fossil fuel-fired and nuclear – power plants. "Renewable" energy sources such as photovoltaics (PV) will be another backbone of our energy supply. Putting renewable...

By Metrohm AG based in Herisau, SWITZERLAND.

Optical instruments called fluorometers can very easily detect and measure dissolved petroleum hydrocarbons in water, and at very low concentrations. As shown in the study below, TD-4100 series monitors are able to measure xylene continuously over four consecutive weeks with a direct correlation coefficient of 0.9967 compared to GC grab sample analysis.

By Turner Designs Hydrocarbon Instruments, Inc. based in Fresno, CALIFORNIA (USA).

A major pipeline company has large storage tank farms throughout the Western States. The pipeline company transports, stores, blends additives, and distributes gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel to retail service stations and airports. Due to the quantity and movement of fuel at these facilities, there is always the potential for fuel spills.

By Turner Designs Hydrocarbon Instruments, Inc. based in Fresno, CALIFORNIA (USA).

By Pollution Analytical Equipment based in Budrio (Bologna), ITALY.

Sustainable use of biofuels requires reliable and precise analytical methods throughout – from the choice of raw materials through to process optimization and on to the compliant final product. As a leading manufacturer of instruments for chemical analysis, we are quite aware of these challenges.

By Metrohm AG based in Herisau, SWITZERLAND.

Biogas with 60% CH4 can be upgraded using various techniques. Upgraded biogas may be packaged for transport use, injected into a distribution network or piped off site.

By QED Environmental Systems Ltd. based in Coventry, UNITED KINGDOM.

Overview The use of ethanol as a gasoline additive has increased dramatically over the past few years and will likely continue to increase. For fuel blenders, this means an added challenge to avoid an incorrect blend that could lead to regulatory fines, loss of customer confidence and damage to equipment. A quick on-site analysis with a portable mid-infrared based analyzer, such as the InfraCal 2 Ethanol Blend Analyzer shown in the photo, can help fuel blenders quickly flag out-of-spec product and ensure the...

By Spectro Scientific based in Chelmsford, MASSACHUSETTS (USA).

Anaerobic Digestion plants produce various gas components from a source material (or feedstock) that can be composed either solely or as a mixture of slurries, purpose-grown crops, food and organic waste material. The composition of the gas produced varies depending upon the feedstock and the Anaerobic digestion process itself. As a consequence, it is normal to measure various components of the resultant gas produced to evaluate the efficiency of the Anaerobic Digestion process. Furthermore, due to the flammable...

By Edinburgh Sensors Ltd based in Livingston, UNITED KINGDOM.

There has never been a more crucial time to capture and evaluate every facet of today’s demanding energy environment. Spire Metering’s Prime Series utility meter solutions provide sustained accuracy, lead to conservation of resources, and reduce overall operational costs.

By Spire Metering Technology, LLC. based in Marlborough, MASSACHUSETTS (USA).

Several Spire Metering flowmeters are excellent for measuring engine fuel consumption and monitoring engine efficiency within Pharmaceutical & Semiconductor Applications.

By Spire Metering Technology, LLC. based in Marlborough, MASSACHUSETTS (USA).

AppliTek has already developed the necessary tools to measure and control on-line the production, in case the futur is in favour of biofuels. For biodiesel, the following quality indices should be monitored, on order to comply with international legislation on biofuel QC: Free fatty acids - Calcium & Magnesium - Total Phosphorus - Potassium - Moisture (water content)

By AppliTek NV based in Nazareth, BELGIUM.

For many years, sugar mills have burned bagasse, the fibrous byproduct of the processing of sugarcane, using special boilers that produce the steam needed to help break down the sugar cane. As the cost of powering this equipment by burning fossil fuels has steadily risen, the use of biofuel cogeneration as a source of power production has become more prevalent. Many sugar mills have updated their bagasse-fired boilers and linked them to generators that produce electricity used to power the mill’s operations...

By E Instruments International, LLC based in Langhorne, PENNSYLVANIA (USA).

Higher, more robust, more reliable: Parallel to the growing requirements for wind turbines, the requirements for monitoring sensors grow as well. But how can wind sensor manufacturers fulfil these wishes? The ideal sensor has both a high degree of precision and a long, maintenance-free useful life under the most extreme of conditions. While mechanical anemometers were initially used in turbines, most producers around the world have since switched to ultrasonic anemometers without moving parts as part of their...

By G. Lufft Mess- und Regeltechnik GmbH based in Fellbach, GERMANY.

The most important measurement parameter is irradiation. Since PV systems are becoming ever larger, the accuracy of the irradiation measurement is increasingly important for the efficiency of the system. Wind cools the temperature of the module and must therefore be included in the efficiency calculation. Precipitation leads to contamination or covering (snow). With increasing temperature, the performance of the solar module decreases. Therefore, it is important to measure the temperature of the solar module in...

By G. Lufft Mess- und Regeltechnik GmbH based in Fellbach, GERMANY.

As more mandates for a minimum of ethanol in gasoline and biodiesel in diesel come into effect, major oil companies are blending higher percentages of biofuels at their terminals. A quick analytical measurement method to assess the blend ratio can be a valuable asset for fuel distributors, engine manufacturers, fleet operators, and regulatory agencies. The InfraCal Biodiesel and Ethanol Blend Analyzers offer a quick way to verify that fuel blends are on spec. They are ideal for use for non-technical personnel and...

By Spectro Scientific based in Chelmsford, MASSACHUSETTS (USA).

Combustion efficiency is a measurement of how well any given fuel is being burned and converted into useful energy (e.g.: heat). The calculations are based on 3 MAJOR Factors:

By E Instruments International, LLC based in Langhorne, PENNSYLVANIA (USA).

In this era of economic crises, oil crises and discussions regarding nuclear power stations, there is an increasing focus on "renewable energy sources" and the "energy industry". Not only high efficiency but also precision, durability and stability are essential factors here. Pressure transmitters and level transmitters from BD|SENSORS guarantee exactly that. Whether you are involved in conventional energy production or in the field of renewable energy sources, with BD|SENSORS you have a reliable partner to help...

By BD|Sensors GmbH based in Thierstein, GERMANY.

Crude oil (after first stage separator), offloading of crude oil, water injection or refined petroleum. EF10-C clamp-on,non-intrusive ultrasonic flowmeter for easy installation. The enclosure is IP65 (NEMA 4X) wall-mount type. Class 1 Div 2 version can be offerred upon request.

By Spire Metering Technology, LLC. based in Marlborough, MASSACHUSETTS (USA).