The Challenge of Measuring Level in Harsh Process Conditions
Accurate level measurement is critical for inventory control, process stability, and equipment protection, especially in industries like mining, aggregates, water treatment, and bulk material handling. Traditional contact level technologies often fail in these environments due to dust, material buildup, mechanical wear, or inconsistent surface conditions.
SRB Controls supports Canadian facilities that face these challenges daily by supplying and servicing KROHNE radar level sensors. These instruments use advanced FMCW and pulse radar technology to provide stable, non-contact level measurement for liquids, slurries, and bulk solids even in highly abrasive, dusty, or high-temperature conditions.
How KROHNE Radar Level Sensors Solve Real World Problems
In one mineral processing application, a customer was struggling with unreliable level readings across multiple silos containing aggregates and powdered materials. Dust, uneven surfaces, and changing material properties caused frequent false readings and manual intervention.
After deploying KROHNE radar level sensors with support from SRB Controls, the facility achieved:
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Reliable and stable measurements despite heavy dust and uneven material surfaces
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Improved inventory accuracy across multiple tanks and silos
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Reduced manual level checks and maintenance involvement
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Lower downtime caused by sensor drift or failure
These results helped improve process efficiency while reducing long term maintenance burden.
Why SRB Controls Recommends KROHNE Radar Technology
SRB Controls works closely with KROHNE to deliver level measurement solutions that perform in real industrial conditions, not just on paper.
Key advantages include:
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Non contact, maintenance free operation
No mechanical wear. No buildup. No contact with process media. -
Unaffected by process conditions
Reliable performance in dust, vapor, steam, foam, and wide temperature ranges. -
High accuracy and repeatability
Stable readings for both liquids and solids, including low dielectric materials. -
Versatile across applications
Suitable for silos, storage tanks, pits, and open channels. -
Easy system integration
Supports HART, Modbus, and PROFIBUS for seamless connection to plant control systems. -
Designed for harsh environments
Built to withstand abrasive materials, high pressures, and extreme temperatures.
Industries SRB Supports with KROHNE Radar Level Sensors
SRB Controls supplies and supports KROHNE radar level solutions across a wide range of Canadian industries:
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Mining and mineral processing including aggregates and powders
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Water and wastewater treatment facilities
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Chemical and petrochemical processing plants
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Food and beverage production
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Oil and gas production and storage facilities
Why Partner with SRB Controls
SRB Controls is more than a distributor. We provide full lifecycle support for KROHNE instrumentation across Canada.
Our capabilities include:
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Application review and product selection
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Sizing and specification support
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Installation and commissioning
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Integration with plant control and monitoring systems
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Ongoing service, calibration, and technical support
By combining KROHNE’s radar level technology with SRB’s local engineering, service, and field expertise, we help Canadian facilities improve level accuracy, reduce risk, and strengthen long term process reliability.
Talk to SRB Controls About KROHNE Radar Level Solutions
If your facility is dealing with unreliable level measurement, frequent maintenance, or inconsistent inventory data, SRB Controls can help you identify and implement the right KROHNE radar level solution.
Contact SRB Controls today to discuss your application and get local support for KROHNE radar level measurement across Canada.