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The KROHNE strategy
KROHNE is present in almost every plant
and process in the world. As a global
player, we react quickly to our customers’
demands, whatever they ask, whenever
they ask.
We are active members of all important
industrial associations to make sure we
anticipate industrial trends and then set
the benchmarks that others follow.
Development history
When the first Coriolis flowmeters
appeared on the market in the early
1980s, they were widely welcomed in
industries where their direct measurement
of mass flow was seen as an immediate
benefit. The ability to measure mass flow-
rate directly from a single instrument was
seen as a significant technological and
economic advantage.
In 1994 KROHNE introduced the first
single straight tube Coriolis mass flow-
meter. Compared with those earlier
designs, the main advantage of this meter
was its low pressure drop.The straight,
single tube design has since proved to be
a cost effective solution for mass flow
measurements across a wide range of
industries. The Optimass 7000 now
represents the third generation of this
design philosophy. This sensor requires
no specific installation engineering,
yet offers outstanding flow and density
measurement accuracy and stability.
The product family is completed by other
sensors, each designed to offer measure-
ment solutions in different application
fields, yet all maintaining the common
benefits of class leading performance
coupled with ease of use.
KROHNE
Mass FlowmeterCenter of excellence for mass flowmeter
The team at KROHNE’s centre of excellence for mass
flowmeter technology in Wellingborough, UK, has been
researching ways to develop a straight tube meter that
overcomes previous limitations with this technology,
opening up a wide range of new flow metering
opportunities.
No limits with OPTIMASS
This new family of mass flowmeters, OPTIMASS, provide
accuracy, repeatability and ease of installation.
The flowmeter has been designed to meet the needs of
industry, with secondary containment to 100 bar as well
as approval for hazardous area applications, and it is the
first of its kind to provide wetted parts in titanium,
stainless steel and Hastelloy®, thereby allowing material
selection to give corrosion resistance for almost any
process fluid.
Coriolis flowmeters are already widely used across many
market segments, including chemical and petrochemical,
where a mass measurement is important for applications
such as chemical reaction balancing, bulk loading from
storage to tankers, quality control and custody transfer.
Your Benefit
With their ability to provide mass flowrate and total mass,
temperature, concentration, density and other parameters
directly from the one instrument, our meters offer all the
advantages of conventional Coriolis meters, but now with
significant additional benefits of their own.
KROHNE - easy to work with.
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The Queen’s Awards for Enterprise are the UK’s most
prestigious awards for business performance. We are
delighted to announce that KROHNE Ltd. have
won an award in the Innovation category for 2005.
KROHNE Ltd.
WINS PRESTIGIOUS
QUEEN’S AWARD THE QUEEN’S AWARDS
FOR ENTERPRISE
INNOVATION
2005
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Product Overview
Measuring principle
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Coriolis forces Fc are generated in oscillating systems when a liquid or a
gas moves away from or towards an axis of oscillation. A Coriolis measuring
system is of symmetrical design and consists of one or two measuring
tubes, either straight or curved. A driver sets the measuring tube (AB) into auniform fundamental oscillation mode.
When the flow velocity v = 0 m/s / 0 ft/s, the Coriolis force Fc is also 0.
At flowing conditions, i. e. flow velocity v > 0 m/s / 0 ft/s, the fluid particles
in the product are accelerated between points AC and decelerated between
points CB. The Coriolis force Fc is generated by the inertia of the fluid par-
ticles accelerated between points AC and of those decelerated between
points CB.
This force causes an extremely slight distortion of
the measuring tube that is superimposed on the
fundamental component and is directly proportional
to the mass flowrate.
Density measurement is made by evaluation of the
frequency of oscillation, temperature measurement
using a Pt 500 sensor.
Food & Beverage Industry
Brewing Measurement of flow, density, specific gravity
CO2 injection
Dosing of hop extract
Food Measurement of flow, density, content
Dosing of yoghurt, fruit and oils
Fruit Juice Measurement of BRIX, density, flow
Production Dosing of additive components
Pharmaceutical Industry
Batching, dosing and filling
Solvent extraction
Ultra pure-water ring-main measurement
Oil and Gas Industry
Metering skids“Bypass” density measurement
CNG/LPG Dispensers
Mining, Machinery, Minerals
Abrasive sludges/slurries
Water / Waste Water
Flocculent dosing
Sludge flow and density measurement
Chemical Industry
Measurement of concentration, density
Bulk loading
Batching to reactors
Hydrocarbon cracking
Paper & Pulp
Paperstock, pulp
Additives, beaches, colourants
O P T I M A S
S
7 0 0 0 O
P T I M A S
S
3 0 0 0 O
P T I M A S
S
8 0 0 0
/ 9 0 0 0
O P T I G A S
5 0 0 0
A C B
Coriolis Force Coriolis Force
Flow velocity > 0 m/s / 0 ft/s
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OPTIMASS 7000 series
single straight measuring tube
for general purpose applicationsOPTIMASS 7000 series
OPTIMASS is the NEW family of
Coriolis meters from KROHNE.
Designed to overcome the limitations
traditionally associated with Coriolis
meters, OPTIMASS makes single tube
metering realistic in more applications
than ever before.
No limits with tube materials
Titanium, Hastelloy® or Stainless Steel
allow straight tube metering for almost
any process.
No limits with measured product
High viscosity, particulate matter,
inhomogeneous mixtures, normal
entrained air, have little effect on
the accuracy and quality of the
measurement.
No limits with installation
Support on the pipe or the meter, with-
out the need for accurate alignment.
And a complete range of process
connectors for all existing and future
installations.
No limits with process connections
OPTIMASS offers a wide range of
special process connections in addition
to standard flanges.
The unique modular connection design,
also gives our production facilities
flexibility,which translates to speedier
delivery, easy on-site installation and
complete adaptability to customers’
specifications.
No limits with applications
• Tanker loading
• Hydrogen gas
• Mineral slurry
• Natural gas
• Gravimetric feed
• Supercritical Ethylene
• Light alcohols
Options
• Heating jacket
• Purge ports• Hygienic and sanitary
connections
OPTIMASS 7000 series
Product Liquids, gases, slurries
Nominal flow rate 950…430,000 kg/h / 35…15,800 lbs/min
Minimum flow rate 1% of nominal flow rate
Accuracy Liquids: ± 0.1% of actual measured flow rateGases: ± 0.5% of actual measured flow rate
Repeatability Better than 0.05% plus zero stability
Density 500…2000 kg/m3
/ 30…125 lbs/ft 3
Accuracy ± 2 kg/m3 / ± 0.13 lbs/ft 3
Temperature Ambientwith compact converter -40…+55°C / -40…+130°F with remote converter -40…+60°C / -40…+140°F Process Titanium -40…+150°C / -40…+300°F Hastelloy® 0…+100°C / +32…+210°F Stainless Steelflange process connections 0…+100°C / +32…+210°F hygienic and aseptic connection 0...+130°C / +32...+265°F
PressureMeasuring tube (Titanium) -1…100 bar / -14.5…1450 psiOuter cylinder (Titanium) -1…100 bar / -14.5…1450 psi
(option: 63 barg / 910 psig)
Measuring tube (Hastelloy/SS) -1…40 bar / -14.5…580 psiOuter cylinder (Hastelloy/SS) -1…100 bar / -14.5…1450 psi
Process connection DIN 2501 PN 40 & PN 63; ANSI B16.5 150lb,300 lb & 600lb; JIS 2238 10K & 20K; Hygienic
MaterialMeasuring tube Titanium, Hastelloy®, Stainless Steel 318L Outer cylinder Stainless Steel 304L (optional 316L)
ApprovalsProtection Category IP 67 equiv. to NEMA 4X Pressure Equipment directive PED 97-23 ECATEX (modular MFC 050/051) II 2 G EEx ib IIC T6ATEX (compact MFC 050) See page 8 of this brochureATEX (compact MFC 051) See page 8 of this brochureFM Class I, II, III Div. 1 & 2Electromagnetic compat ibil ity EN 50081-1 1992; EN 50082-2 1994;
Namur NE 21/5.93; 89 / 336 / EEC (EMC);
72 /23 / EEC (low voltage directive)Custody transfer OIML R117Hygienic EHEDG, 3A, ASME Bio-processing
Titanium
Hastelloy®
Stainless Steel
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OPTIMASS 3000 series
z-shaped measuring tube
for low flow applications
OPTIMASS 3000 seriesProduct Liquids, gases
Nominal flow rate 15…350 kg/h / 0.5…12.5 lbs/min
Minimum flow rate 1% of nominal flow rate
Repeatability Better than 0.05% plus zero stability
Density 500…2000 kg/m3 / 30…125 lbs/ft 3
Accuracy ± 2 kg/m3 / ± 0.13 lbs/ft 3
Temperature
Ambient
with compact converter -40…+55°C / -40…+130°F
with remote converter -40…+60°C / -40…+140°F
Process -40…+150°C / -40…+300°F
PressureMeasuring tube -1…150 bar / -14.5…2175 psi
Outer cylinder -1…30 bar / -14.5…435 psi
Process connection 1 /4’’ NPT; flanges (DIN, ANSI, JIS); Tri-Clamps
Material
Measuring tube Hastelloy® C-22, Stainless Steel 316L
Outer cylinder Stainless Steel 316L
Approvals
Protection Category IP 67 equiv. to NEMA 4X
Pressure Equipment directive PED 97-23 EC
ATEX (modular MFC 050/051) II 2 G EEx ib IIC T6
ATEX (compact MFC 050) See page 8 of this brochure
ATEX (compact MFC 051) See page 8 of this brochure
FM Class I, II, III Div. 1 & 2
Elect romagnet ic compatibili ty EN 50081-1 1992; EN 50082-2 1994; Namur NE 21/5.93; 89/ 336/ EEC (EMC); 72 /23/ EEC
(low voltage directive)
OPTIMASS 3000 series
OPTIMASS is the brand NEW family
of Coriolis meters f rom KROHNE.
Designed to overcome the limitations
traditionally associated with Coriolis
meters, OPTIMASS makes single
tube metering realistic in more
applications than ever before.
No limits with tube materials
Hastelloy® or Stainless Steel allow
single tube metering for almost any
process.
No limits with flow Measures down to grams per minute.
No limits with measured product
High viscosity, particulate matter,
inhomogeneous mixtures, normal
entrained air, have little effect on
the accuracy and quality of the
measurement.
No limits with installation
An integrated base mounting plate
allows easy installation horizontally or
vertically without the need for special
fixtures. Installation is easy with all
sizes having the same length.
And in addition,
excellent performance
• Wide measuring range (turndown)
• Excellent mass flow zero stability
• Ability to measure flows down to
grams per minute
• Standard tube pressure rating
150 bar or 2175 psig
Front end signal processing
Short analog signal path gives:• Faster signal evaluation
• Less distortion and loss
• Communication to back end
via RS485 allowing remote
installation up to 300 m or
1,000 ft
• Sensor calibration data embed-
ded in front end; therefore easy to
change back end I/O functionally
without the need for complex
re-programming
Options• Heating jacket
• Hygienic and sanitary connections
Hastelloy®
Stainless Steel
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OPTIMASS 8000 & 9000 series
twin U measuring tube
for high temperature applicationsOPTIMASS 8000 & 9000 series
OPTIMASS is the brand NEW family of
Coriolis meters from KROHNE. Designed
to overcome the limitations traditionally
associated with Coriolis meters.
No limits with applications
Stainless Steel and Hastelloy® C-22
allow mass flow metering for almost
any process.
No limits with measured product
High viscosity, particulate matter,
inhomogeneous mixtures, normal
entrained air, have little effect on the
accuracyand quality of the measurement.
No limits with installation
Support on the pipe or the meter body
without any effects on performance.A
complete range of process connections
for all existing and future installations.
No limits with material
Stainless Steel and Hastelloy®C-22
are offered to cover most common
industrial processes.
No limits with process connections
OPTIMASS offers a wide range of
special process connections in addition
to standard flanges.
No limits with applications
The 8000 and 9000 series can handle
most high temperature applications up
to 350°C/660°F.
Fields of application
• Gas
• Gravimetric feed
• Light alcohols
• Tanker loading
• Asphalt
• Liquid Sulphur
• High pressure products
Options
• Insulating jacket
• Fluid heating jacket with integral
coils• Hygienic and sanitary connections
(DIN 11851, Triclamp, DIN 11864-2)
OPTIMASS 8000 & 9000 series
Product Liquids, gases, pastes
Nominal flow rate 2,700…250,000 kg/h / 100…9,300 lbs/min
Minimum flow rate 1% of nominal flow rate
Repeatability Better than 0.05% plus zero stability
Density 500…2000 kg/m3 / 30…125 lbs/ft 3
Accuracy ± 2 kg/m3 / ± 0.13 lbs/ft 3
Temperature
Ambient
with compact conver ter (8000) -40…+55°C / -40…+130°F
with remote converter (8000, 9000) -40…+60°C / -40…+140°F
Process
Safe area (compact or remote) (8000) -180…+230°C / -300…+440°F
Safe area (remote only) (9000) 0…+350°C / +32…+660°F
ATEX/FM/CSA (compact only) (8000) -40…+190°C / -40…+370°F
ATEX/FM/CSA (remote only) (9000) 0…+350°C / +32…+660°F
ATEX/FM/CSA (remote only) (8000) -40…+230°C / -40…+440°F
Pressure Up to 210 bar; depending on process
temperature and meter size
Process connection Flanges (DIN, ANSI, JIS); Hygienic
Material
Measuring tube Hastelloy® C-22, Stainless Steel 316L
Outer casing Stainless Steel 304
Approvals
Protection Category IP 67 equiv. to NEMA 4X
Pressure Equipment directive PED 97-23 EC
ATEX (modular MFC 050/051) II 2 G EEx ib IIC T6
ATEX (compact MFC 050) See page 8 of this brochure
ATEX (compact MFC 051) See page 8 of this brochure
FM (pending) Class I, II, III Div. 1 & 2
Electromagnetic compat ibil ity Namur NE 21/5.93; 89 / 336 / EEC (EMC);72 /73 / EEC (low voltage directive)
Hygienic (pending) EHEDG, 3A, ASME Bio-processing
Hastelloy®
Stainless Steel
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OPTIGAS 5000 series
Mass flowmeter
for CNG and LPG dispensers
OPTIGAS 5050 C / 5010 C
Product Compressed natural gas, liquefied petroleum gas
Flow range 1…50 kg/min / 2.2…120 lbs/min (S 15) or 2.4…120 kg/min / 5…265 lbs/min (S 25)
Accuracy ± 0.5% of total batch; where minimum actualflow rate is 1 kg/min / 2.2 lbs/min (S 15) or 2.4 kg/min / 5 lbs/min (S 25)
Repeatability ± 0.3% of actual flow rate + zero stability(for a typical batch size of >10 kg/22 lbs)
Zero stability ± 0.015% of flow range capacity
Temperature Ambientwith compact transmitter -40…+55°C / -40…+130°F with remote transmitter -40…+60°C / -40…+140°F Process -40…+95°C / -40…+200°F
Pressurestatic 350 bar / 5080 psicyclic 300 bar / 4350 psi
Process connection 3 /4” (S 15) or 1” (S 25) NPT;female thread in body block
MaterialMeasuring tube Stainless Steel 316L Outer case Stainless Steel 304L
ElectricalPower supply (5050 C) 100…120 or 200…230 V AC or 24 V DCPower supply (5010 C) 12 V DC via Ex approved barrier Programming (5050 C) 3 user keys or via magnetic switchesProgramming (5010 C) Via Modbus (see page 9)
ApprovalsATEX II 2 G EEx ib IIC T6
FM Class I; Div. 1Custody transfer PTB Germany
NTEP USA (pending)
OPTIGAS 5000 series
OPTIGAS the state-of-the-art mass
flowmeter has been developed and
tested in conjunction with leading
dispenser manufacturers.
OPTIGAS for metering compressed
natural gas (Methane) or liquefied
petroleum gas (Propane & Butane)
in dispensers.
No limits with sizes
This mass flowmeter is available in two
sizes for fuelling cars and for buses/trucks. Respecting the fact that private
and commercial vehicles (cars, trucks/
buses) have different sized fuel tanks,
KROHNE believes that two sizes of
flowmeter are required to provide
accurate batches and fast filling times.
No limit with installation
The compact design makes the meter
easy to use and install.
And in addition,
excellent performance
• wide measuring range
• high accuracy
Methane (CNG)
Propane & Butane (LPG)
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Modular converter MFC 050 / 051
for OPTIMASS 3000, 5000, 7000, 8000 and 9000
Coriolis mass flowmetersOPTIMASS MFC 050 / 051
OPTIMASS stands for simplicity. It cuts
down all previous limitation in Coriolis
mass metering.
Even the new converters, MFC 050 and
MFC 051 (intrinsically safe) fit on all
current and future models.
No limits through intuitive user
interface software
• Easy to program with intuitive
software
• Simple to commission;
zero calibration and output configuration
No limits with serviceability
• “Intelligent” digital link with front
end will update sensor calibration
data if converter is exchanged
• Common converters for all sensor
designs, reduces spare parts
stockholding
• Sensor diagnostics
• Concentration measurement options
No limits with installation
Compact or remote installation:
easy to convert meter on-site withconversion kit
MFC 050
• Choice of multiple outputs
(up to 4) in hazardous and
non-hazardous designs
• Outputs: galvanically isolated from
power supply, but not from each
other; use common ground
• First current output is HART® as
standard, except where a serial
communication is fitted e.g. Modbus
• Current (mA) output is active
• Pulse and control inputs are
passive• Status output is either active or
passive, dep. on output options
MFC 051
• Passive outputs; provides intrinsically
safe signals for the hazardous area
version
• Also available a safe area version
with passive output signals
• Outputs are galvanically isolated
from power supply and from each
other
• Only two inputs or outputs are
available at any time
• Possibility of utilising multi-dropHART®
• Profibus PA
OPTIMASS MFC 050 / 051
Power Supply
Operat ing vol tage (050) 100 … 230 V AC (+10%/-15%); 24 V DC (±30%)
Operat ing vol tage (051) 100 … 230 V AC (+10%/-15%); 24 V AC (+10%/-15%);
24 V DC (+30%/-25%)
Power consumption (050) 18 VA (V AC)
Power consumption (051) 10 W (V DC)
User interfaceInput device Via 3 push keys or via 3 Hall effect magnetic switches
Local display 3 line LCD backlight display for measurement function
and value in engineering units
Language supported English, German, French, and Spanish
Measurement functions Mass flow rate; density; volume flow rate; totalizer;
temperature; concentration; velocity
Low flow cut-off 0…10% of nominal flow rate for each sensor size
(user programmable)
System control
User assignable output Process alarm, output er ror or flow direction
User assignable input Zero calibration, Totaliser reset, sensor standby
Ambient temperature
Compact mount to sensor -40…+55°C / -40…+130°F
Remote mount to sensor -40…+60°C / -40…+140°F
Material Die cast aluminium with Polyurethane finish
Approvals
Protection Category IP 67 equiv. to NEMA 4X
ATEX (remote MFC 050) II 2 G EEx de [ ib] I IC T6 with “ increased safety” terminal
housing; II 2 G EEx d [ib] IIC T6 with “flameproof”
terminal housing
ATEX (compact MFC 050) II 2 G EEx de [ib] IIC T6 with “ increased safety” terminal
housing; II 2 G EEx d [ib] IIC T6 with “flameproof”
terminal housing
ATEX (remote MFC 051) II (1) 2 G EEx de [ ia/ib] IIC T6 with “ increased safety”
terminal housing; II (1) 2 G EEx d [ia/ib] IIC T6 with
“flameproof” terminal housing
ATEX (compact MFC 051) II (1) 2 G EEx de [ ia/ib] IIC T6 with “ increased safety”
terminal housing; II (1) 2 G EEx d [ia/ib] IIC T6 with“flameproof” terminal housing
FM Class I, II, III Div. 1 & 2
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Modbus converter MFC 010
for OPTIMASS 3000, 5000, 7000, 8000 and 9000
Coriolis mass flowmeters
OPTIMASS MFC 010
Power Supply 12 V DC ± 5% and 200 mA max. current
Communication protocol Modbus RTU over RS485
Baud rate 9600…38400 baud
Cable required 2 x twisted pair with overall screen(1 pair power and 1 pair signal)
Maximum cable length 300 m / 1000 ft
Connection topography Point-to-point or multidrop
Functionality Full ability to program meter measurement configuration.
All measurement variables available as readableaddress registers.
Approvals (only 7010)ATEX EEx ib IIC T6
FM (pending) Class I; Div 1 & 2
OPTIMASS MFC 010
The new OPTIMASS mass flowmeters
implement all sensor drive and signal
evaluation functions into an integrated
front-end electronics module
permanently fixed to the sensor.
Modbus communication direct
from meter – no need for separate
converter
This new cost effective solution
eliminates unwanted and expensive
I/O and display functions associated
with traditional signal converters and
transmitters, and is designed for use
in OEM systems or packages where a
PLC or DCS is already used for other
functions.
Connection using standard,
off-the-shelf, four-core cable
A simple 4-wire (1 pair data and
1 pair power) interface is all that is
required to connect the OPTIMASS
meter to the PLC or DCS, utilising its
embedded Modbus RTU over RS485connection. This allows programming,
commissioning and measurement over
a single data connection.
Full functionality through using
Modbus communication
• all measured variables
• ability to program meter
• sensor and process diagnostics
Full range of sensor materials,
connections and options available
All familiar functions for measurements
(flow, density and concentration) and
diagnostics (meter and process) are
available. These are fully configurable
using the Modbus connection.
Hazardous area operation for the
meter is possible using compliant
barrier modules for the data and
power connections.
Moreover it retains all known benefits of OPTIMASS:
• All sensor materials stainless steel, Hastelloy and titanium
• All standard, as well as hygienic process connections
• High performance with simple installation
• Certified to all relevant industry application and process approvals
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Accessories & Service
for Coriolis mass flowmeters
Outputs from the program are available as printed hard copies,
or as an email file that can be sent back to a local sales office
for their consideration.
ConnectionsOPTIMASS flowmeters are available with a variety of
end connections as standard including an all new
(patented) hygienic connector designed acc. to
DIN 11864/2. High pressure tongue and groove
flange options also available.
KroMASScal
Sizing softwareIn order to assist the user in balancing the conflicting
demands for accuracy, low pressure drop and fluid
velocity. KROHNE has available a powerful, yet easy
to use, OPTIMASS meter sizing program called
KroMASScal. Starting with the basics of the fluid and
process details, the user can select different tube
materials and meter sizes to make “what if” com-
parisons to ensure the best meter is chosen.
The program has a build-in database of many
common liquids and gases, and will recognise the
vast majority of unit descriptors for mass, volume,
density, temperature and viscosity.
“Toolbox”
diagnostic toolCoriolis mass flowmeters are used in many
demanding applications where process or fluid
disruptions are often present. In the past, diagnosing
these external factors was a difficult and time-
consuming process.
Now KROHNE has available “Toolbox” a PC based
system that is able to capture, record, analyse and
display the low level sensor information using an
RS485 data port that is integral in every MFC 050/1
signal converter, when connected to a PC or laptop.
The “Toolbox”system can further be used for meter
validation purposes by comparing the current sensor operating profile with a historic record, to enable
problems such as tube corrosion to be identified.
Aseptic connection
acc. to DIN 11864
All welded Tri clamp
connection acc. to
DIN 32676, ISO 2852 DIN
and Tri-Clover clamp
Flanged connections
DIN, ANSI, JIS
Aseptic connection
acc. to DIN 11851;
Adapter version
Tri clamp connection
acc. to DIN 32676,
ISO 2852 DIN and
Tri-Clover clamp;
Adapter version
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Calibration
of OPTIMASS Coriolis mass flowmeters in UK
KROHNE calibration services has the
UKAS seal of approval
KROHNE’s reputation for industry-leading
quality and reliability has been formally
endorsed by the United Kingdom
Accreditation Service (UKAS).
The company’s calibration facility at its
Wellingborough-based plant has been
awarded UKAS certification to ISO 17025.
UKAS is the sole accreditation body in
the UK recognised by government to
assess, against internationally recognised
standards, organisations that provide
certification, testing inspection and
calibration services.
KROHNE has seven calibration rigs which
are now the only dedicated rigs in the UK
accredited by UKAS to calibrate Coriolis
mass flowmeters. They have been approvedfor testing mass and volume flow to 0.035
per cent and 0.038 per cent uncertainty
respectively at flow rates from 1,125 kg per
hour to 247,100 kg per hour.
The accreditation enables the company
to carry out custody transfer calibration
and seal instruments according to the
requirements of OIML R117 without the
need for customers to undertake
additional on-site calibration. This can
save substantial time and money.
“Attaining UKAS approval is of great
benefit to us,” said Eddie Bridges,
international product group manager
for mass flow at KROHNE.
“We can now formally demonstrate that
we meet strict internationally recognised calibration criteria, which we will apply
to all products we supply.”
Calibration
• True calibration against certified weight scales
• Fully automated routines guarantee repeatability of result
• Calibration at three temperatures ensures density and temperature
measurement accuracy
• Accuracy of calibration rig at least 3 times better than accuracy of meters
being measured (and therefore not susceptible to variations in temperature,
pressure, flow rate, etc.)
High accuracy with OPTIMASS
High accuracy calibration rig for mass flowmeters. Compares the flow measured by
the meter with a highly accurate scale. Temperature controlled and compensated
for any ambient drift, the brand new rigs are capable of measuring up to 4 mass
meters in series against actual weighed mass.
Seven state-of-the-art calibration rigs
have been installed at KROHNE’s UK
headquarters in Wellingborough to meet
the growing customer demand for the
revolutionary OPTIMASS range.