Process Metering

We provide metering, datalogging, and remote real-time access to the data for any physical quantity that can be measured by a sensor. Typical data intervals are 1 minute, but 1 second intervals can be recorded as well.

Combining these real-time values provides real-time output of energy per unit produced, pump efficiency, compressed air system efficiency, etc.

A large value of metering is that about half the time, the results reveal that what is going on it not what is expected. When persons knowledgeable with a process see what is actually going on, they quickly know how to reduce the cost of operation and make the process more consistent. You can also see how your process changes as you make adjustments. Normally this metering can be set up on one day.

Common Metered Values

Temperature
Pressure
Product output counter
Liquid flow (water, ammonia, glycol solution, liquid products, etc.)
Air flow
Compressed air flow
Electricity use
Natural gas use
On/Off status of something
Combustion efficiency

Common Calculated Values Using Metered Values

Energy use per part produced
Energy cost per part produced
Energy efficiency of a machine (pump, compressor, refrigeration, heater, boiler, etc.)
Heat exchanger efficiency

Common Diagnostics Using Metering

Quantify variances of a processes efficiency to identify how to eliminate lower efficiency operation
Identify where to find improvements based on pattern of energy use
Troubleshoot source of production problems
Evaluate pre and post modification impact
Quantify needed capacity for design
Remove bottlenecks in a process