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For the third year in a row, we have dug out our favourite xmas knits and gladly taken part in Save the Children's annual Christmas Jumper Day! The money raised from the event helps saves children's lives around the world. Donating just £2 could potentially bring essentials like health care, education, protection and food to children who are missing out on the most basic support. Information on the organization can be found here . We would like to take this opportunity to wish you a fun and festive Christmas and a happy new year!

Badger Meter Vision series of turbine flow meters have been examined, tested and found to comply with the requirements of The Water Regulations Advisory Scheme, also known as WRAS. Vision models are entirely constructed from Trogamid which is low-priced, transparent and ultra-light. All materials used are compliant with the requirements of the drinking water approval. The turbines can also be used with a variety of liquids such as water, fuels, ink and weak acids and is resistant to ethanol and methanol. With simple installation and no maintenance, the Vision turbines are a highly reliable choice for low flow applications. Instant and total flow can be displayed when combined with a digital display such as the ILR 700 series electronic register. Thanks to best technical properties, there are various applications that the Vision turbine flow meters can be used for. Typical applications include industrial applications like in cooling plants, dosing, irrigation and dispensing systems, ...

The new Qalcosonic heat meter is MID Class 2 Approved for RHI and billing purposes for both heating and cooling applications. Meter sizes from DN15 to DN50 with BSP threaded and flanged connections, Qp values range from 0.6 to 15 m3/hr with R100 dynamic range as standard and R250 as an option covering a wide range of energy metering applications. Using ultrasonic technology means the meter has no mechanical moving parts, prolonging the life of the meter and ensuring long term accuracy. The meter benefits from pulse outputs and a range of optional communication modules; including MBus, Modbus, LON and RF868 (Wireless MBus) making it ideal for AMR applications and linking with existing management systems. The Qalcosonic offers an IP67 rated protection on the flow sensor, which is standard when purchased with the cooling application option and also with Glycol applications. The Qalcosonic stores the energy readings for both heating and cooling in separate displays, automatically chan...

Hedland variable area flow meters give a clearly visible indication of system flow with a choice of optional electronic outputs. The traditional variable area design has been brought up-to-date by utilising a sharp edged orifice and spring loaded float to ensure operation in any orientation. Constructed from a choice of aluminium, brass or stainless steel and with an accuracy of ±2%, the rugged construction of Hedland meters enables them to work under a wide range of harsh conditions encountered in modern industrial applications. Operational pressures are up to 6000 psi/414 bar and temperatures up to 260°C/500°F. Suitable for Water, Oil, Chemicals and Gas.                           The meters are available with a variety of end fittings ½” to 3” (6mm to 76mm). Hedland’s unique design also allows the visual linear scale to be rotated 360° to optimise readability even after permanent installation. For ...

The FloClean Sanitary turbine flow meter was designed for use in the food, beverage, chemical and pharmaceutical industries. Models incorporate the most-up-to-date polishing technology and all materials comply with the FDA requirements. To maintain the turbine’s hygiene standard, the Flo-Clean range contain removable thrust bearings for ease of cleaning and inspection. Models successfully meet the requirements of the 3-A Sanitary Standard number 28-04 for use in clean out of place (COP) meaning that the meters can be left in the line and flushed with a cleaning solution which thoroughly cleans the entire pipe system. FloClean turbine meters can be combined with an optional Blancett LCD monitor , allowing the user to accurately measure and record the local flow rate and volume totalised. Designed with wear-resistant moving parts, this range offers trouble-free operation and a long service life. Constructed from 316L stainless steel, the FloClean Turbine provide a durable and cost effic...

At this time of the year it's especially important to keep track of how much home heating oil you have remaining in your oil tank. The Apollo Smart is the world’s first home energy monitor, designed specifically for domestic oil heating installations. Fitting easily onto the oil tank, the Apollo Smart allows heating oil users to determine the volume of fuel remaining in their tank, as well as monitoring heating costs, consumption and emissions. The transmitter relays data, including estimated days until empty, wirelessly to a mains powered receiver unit where it is displayed on an easy to read LCD display. So you can always see whats in the tank from inside your home. The Smart Monitor features a built in fuel theft alarm to alert the homeowner and a low level warning alert to let users know when the oil tank is running out.

Introducing the new cost-effective TD-Diver from Van Essen. The TD-Diver replaces the Mini-Diver with a new improved design. The enclosure has been redesigned to optimize the protection of the pressure sensor and electronics and by making the TD-Diver heavier than its predecessor, users will experience a simpler and smoother deployment down a bore-hole. The new Diver benefits from an increased corrosion resistance by additional surface treatment of the housing, easy connection with SDI-12 Modbus protocols, an internal working memory of 72,000 measurements per parameter and efficient electronics allowing two times more samples without compromising the battery life. A choice of data logging methods can be selected with the improved level logger including continuous memory or fixed length memory depending on the user’s preferences. The TD-Diver features a quicker processor, making the user spend less time waiting for the data to be retrieved. This accurate and reliable logger ca...

The compact Basic EX 1 mobil is designed for portable use and fittings in manholes within explosion-hazardous surroundings, offering time, volume, event and flow proportional sampling programmes. The sampler benefits from a simple 4-key menu navigation with a large LCD display making the data information easy to read. The sampler’s IP67 rated protection housing is constructed of heavy duty PUR plastic with excellent insulation properties and all-round rubber impact protection, making it ideal in hazardous areas. Unlike the traditional mobile samplers, the Basic EX 1 mobile has an integrated Bluetooth interface allowing coupling with up to 7 further Bluetooth subscribers this can include a PC or a flow quantity meter. Devices are connected to each other without cables to allow data exchange, this means there is no possibility of plug systems become damaged over time. As well as a Bluetooth interface, the sampler also offers GSM/GPRS communication options. This allows the sample...

We would like to thank those of you who took the time to visit our stand during WWEM exhibition held in Telford last week. It was our pleasure to meet you and was also great to see some familiar faces. We were overwhelmed by the number of visitors to our stand and the interest in our new range of products as well as our existing selection. We were showcasing our range of environmental monitoring instruments including water level loggers, waste water samplers, level sensors, open channel flow meters and telemetry data loggers. Information on these products can be found in the environmental section our website . 

Another renowned supplier added to our growing portfolio is Itron. We are proud to be supplying an extensive range of water meters, gas meters and heat meters from Itron. Itron’s water meter range includes the Aquadis+ ; a rotary piston water meter, Woltex Woltmann water meters and the Flostar ; a single-jet water meter. All water meters benefit from long term high accuracy and are OIML, MID and WRAS Approved. The IP68 rated body makes Itron water meters an ideal choice for usage in harsh environments both indoor and outdoor. The gas meter range consists of MID approved diaphragm gas meters designed for natural gas, propane and butane. All Itron gas meters are fireproof to EN1359 and OFGEM approved, providing high accuracy at low flow rates with no maintenance required. Itron offer a wide range of heat meters suitable for various applications including the CF ECHO II ; an ultrasonic compact heat meter with on-board electronic signal processing and the CF Ultra Maxx V ; a compa...

The Piusi K24 digital turbine flow meter is suitable for Adblue or water dispensing. The IP65 protection housing is constructed in polypropylene and stainless steel providing endurance for use in every condition. Integrated on the K24 turbine meter is an LCD display with a 5 digit partial total from 0.1 to 99999. Shown on the display is the flow rate indication and resettable total. The display can be easily rotated in 4 different positions making the screen readable from any angle. Although available with an average battery life of 18-36 month, the batteries can easily be replaced with little effort. The configuration options include single channel and reed switch. Models benefit from a high accuracy of +/- 1%, when calibrated and a flow range of 6-100 L/min.

Introducing the Loop Powered Ultrasonic Level Sensor from APG. The LPU-2428 sensor is designed for environmental monitoring, water and wastewater control, and liquid tank measurement applications. They are also suited to other industrial and process control applications that require monitoring or calculation of liquid or solid volume and flow. The sensors are ideal for use in hazardous areas. LPU-2428 sensors provide a 4-20mA output which is directly proportional to the flow rate, and users can select flow rate units of per second, per minute, per hour, or per day. For volume measurement, the sensors have built-in formulas for most industry-standard tank shapes. LPU-2428 sensors benefit from a rugged PVDF transducer housing and PC/PET chemical resistant sensor housing, and are easy to install using industry standard 2-inch NPT fittings. Key features include its tough, IP65 rated housing, intrinsically safe rating for use in hazardous areas and non-contact measurement. Ope...

Last month our trained technical sales team were invited over to Bialystok in Poland for product training on the Plum Mac R6 telemetry system – an intelligent readout and data logger. The Mac R6 is easily programmed with a secure cloud based platform or a mobile app which can be downloaded on all Android phones. When connected to these, the user is able to download and view all of the information from the device including historical data and graphs, allowing information to be accessed securely from any remote location 24/7. At Bell Flow Systems, we pride ourselves on product knowledge, when offered product training we believe it can only enhance our existing expertise. Over the course of two days, the specialised training covered the production and manufacturing of the Mac R6, including a guided tour of the company factory where other products are produced as well. Plum have a world class calibration facility in house which means all testing is done on site. The team under...

Recently added to Bell Flow System’s enhanced portfolio of environmental products is the Diver Water Level Loggers. Diver products are suitable for monitoring groundwater and surface water in various types of applications. Each instrument is designed to perform well in various types of water and a range of applications, including corrosive and harsh environments. CTD Diver In situations where there is requirement to monitor groundwater levels, saltwater intrusion, contamination from chemical discharges or landfill sites, the CTD-Diver is the water level logger of choice. The diver features a rugged design and corrosion proof housing making it ideal for use in harsh environments. The CTD-Diver comes equipped with a four-electrode conductivity sensor that can measure electrical conductivity from 0 - 120 mS/cm. Two options are available for the conductivity measurement: true or specific conductivity at 25 °C. Cera-Diver Constructed of a ceramic housing and containin...

The AquaPlus probe is a portable combined optical dissolved oxygen, electrical conductivity and temperature sensor from Aquaread. Suitable for testing groundwater, surface water and waste water, the IP68 rated AquaPlus is constructed from rugged materials to withstand harsh environmental conditions and all types of water. Due to the built in conductivity sensor, the AquaPlus is able to calculate and automatically compensate DO readings for changes in water salinity.  Advantages of the optical sensor technology includes oxygen is not consumed by the sensor so no flow of water is required, the sensor holds calibration well and requires little maintenance, low maintenance cost with caps lasting over 2 years. The robust meter houses an air pressure sensor used in automated compensation, along with the GPS receiver which can be found in all of Aquaread’s portable field equipment.    Ideal for handheld water quality measurement, the AquaPlus measures optical % DO saturatio...

The Compact Fixed AV-Flow Meter from Mainstream Measurements uses the area-velocity method giving a continuous or time sample measurement of fluid flow. The high performance meter is designed for users wanting to measure water velocity, level and flow in basic open channel and part-filled pipe applications. Sensor high sensitivity means the meter is suitable for various applications including waste water treatment, industrial flow measurement, irrigation channels and canals, river/stream flow measurement, sewer flow measurement and water distribution.  Key features of the Compact Fixed AV-Flow Meter include high capacity internal data logger, easy to install- no flume or weirs required, an optional ATEX sensor available for hazardous area applications, 4 MB data logger memory with data retention of up to 20 years and additional smart power saving mode which automatically reduces the measurement time for high flow velocities and high signal qualities. With a streamlined veloci...

The GPS AquaMeter™ from Aquaread™ is the one of the most sophisticated, yet easy to use multiparameter water quality test system. No other equipment available can match the GPS AquaMeter™ and associated AquaProbes™ in either specification or value for money. Specifically designed to easily connect and display readings with the wide range of Aquaread multiparameter probes . The GPS AquaMeter™ is a breakthrough in functional and operating system design and was developed by an award-winning team of scientists and engineers whose experience includes the design of moving map satellite navigation systems for high speed military jets. With the GPS AquaMeter™ and its associated range of multiparameter probes, it is now possible to obtain fast, reliable, accurate and dependable water quality readings. Features of the GPS AquaMeter include tough, high impact, IP67 waterproof case with sure-grip rubber gasket to comfortably sit in the hand. Incorporated on the meter is a large, high con...

The CTD-Diver instrument available from Bell Flow Systems offers a way of measuring and registering groundwater level, groundwater temperature and groundwater conductivity with a single instrument, all by using a device that fits into a one-inch probe! Monitoring groundwater levels and saltwater intrusion, injected wastewater, or contamination from chemical discharges and landfill sites used to be a labour intensive, difficult job. This is no longer the case, however, due to the introduction of the CTD-Diver. The CTD-Diver is an accurate measuring instrument with 3 sensors: a pressure transducer for determining water level, a temperature sensor for measuring temperature, and a sensor for determining conductivity. Conductivity is especially important for indicating pollutants in groundwater. The CTD-Diver is available in three standard pressure measuring ranges (10, 50 and 100-metre heads) conductivity measuring range 0 to 120 mS/cm). The measurements taken...

The new generation of the ORI Basic Solid® sampler is now available with a new enclosure concept which has been developed to make operation more efficient and also to ensure that maintenance and cleaning activities are much easier. In addition to new air grills on the sides and a removable roof plate, the front panel can now be opened like a door which enables easy access to the electronics compartment. The Basic solid sampler is now equipped with a direct distributor system, ensuring that the route from intake point to the sampling bottle is a complete enclosed circuit Benefits: The Direct distributor system minimizes sample contamination errors as the sampled medium only has wet contact with the inert tubing material of the pump The pump module and components are protected from aggressive media and gases, avoiding problems of corrosion and material leaching. Largely clog-free design means that even sludge can be completely transferred through the sampling line to the bottl...

APG have introduced a new digital pressure gauge, the series PG2 IP65 Digital Pressure Gauge . APG are a supplier of innovative and differentiated products, solutions, and services for industrial process measurement and control. Technologies include pressure, flow, level control, analytics, and dedicated flexible control, using state of the art methodologies. The series PG2 Digital Pressure Gauge measures a wide range of gasses and liquids up to 5,000 psi with high accuracy. PG2 models contain all 304L stainless steel wetted parts and a fiberglass-reinforced PP plastic body. The PG2 benefits from a large, backlit, four-digit LED display, user-selectable Units of Measure, and two large buttons for an easy to use interface. Features include; optional 10 minute auto off, gauge re-zero and low battery alert. With an IP65-rated body, the series PG2 is an excellent choice for economic, highly accurate pressure measurements in tough outdoor or indoor environments. To find out more about...

The Plum MacR6 is an intelligent readout and data logger range with built-in telemetry module offering simple installation and device configuration. MacR6 is available as a liquid or gas solution, registering flow and pressure with temperature option. When connected to the secure cloud based platform, eWebTel, the user is able to download and view all of the information from the device including historical data and graphs, allowing information to be accessed securely from any remote location 24/7. The MacR6 data logger benefits from a battery lifetime of 5-10 years dependent on settings and usage. The IP68 rated water network models record flow and pressure, while the ATEX gas flow measurement versions record P,T,Q, both available with Bluetooth local data retrieval and a choice of local or remote antenna.

Bell Flow Systems were contracted to supply a dispensing management system to be used with water. The application called for a solution to allow registered users only, to dispense water from a large storage tank for window washing purposes and for the manager to monitor and control the amount of water they were using. We supplied a high accuracy Badger Meter Recordall water meter with pulse output connected to a Piusi MC Box fuel management system. The Piusi management system allows registered users to access the system with a unique pin code or key fob to activate the pump and deliver controlled batches of water from the tank. The device is equipped with a dual display, keypad and i-button key reader. The Recordall water meter is a positive displacement meter which accurately measures the quantity of water dispensed. The MC Box can be used with the Self Service management 2.0 software which allows the manager to download data from the MC Box device to the software to view ...

WWEM is a focused event for companies and individuals who are involved with water, wastewater and environmental monitoring. WWEM comprises of a two day conference and an exhibition of over 150 companies who provide instruments and equipment to monitor, test and analyse water or wastewater and over 80 free technical seminar sessions on applications and case studies. Our team of trained sales engineers will be showcasing some of the large number of new products we have on offer, featuring Open channel flow meters, water network M2M loggers, water quality instruments, ultrasonic and radar level sensors, ground water level data-loggers and waste water samplers. Visit us on Stand 20.

Bell Flow Systems are pleased to announce the launch of our new and improved website. We have updated our site by adding a new improved chat function, new product categories, integrated blog, newsletter archive section, latest news and technical support page. As well as continuing to supply our existing product range we have also introduced new products and services from various companies including: Aquaread water quality testing,Mainstream Measurement open channel flow meters, APGlevel & pressure measurement products and Eurosens fuel consumption equipment to name but a few. An environmental monitoring section has been added to our website, displaying our new portfolio of testing, sampling and logging products. We offer a range of flow metering and monitoring equipment from well renowned suppliers from all over the world. Visit our new updated website to find out more about the products and services we provide.

AquaLink II is a telemetry device with a built in data logger that is designed to allow the user to access data remotely on the web. This cost effective monitoring system benefits from being battery powered with a lifetime of 6 years. Designed to be connected to various sensors and instruments for the measurement of total flow, pressure and temperature as well as other measured values, the Aqualink system transmits data over WiFi or GPRS / GSM to a cloud based M2M monitoring platform. The stored data from the AquaLink II is automatically transmitted to the web portal at user assigned intervals, providing rapid access to the stored information. All operating parameters can be configured via the web based application. With up to 3 Digital inputs and 3 Analog inputs, sensor based alarms and weather proof IP68 ABS enclosure, the AquaLink II offers a complete system for data logging and leak detection.

Bell Flow Systems were recently approached by a customer who operated five boreholes and was limited by license to the volume of water he could draw from each borehole on a daily basis. A system was required to ensure automatic compliance with the abstraction agreement in place. We provided a solution to measure the water flow and then to close a valve when the maximum allowed volume was reached from each borehole in a Twenty Four hour period. The systems was designed to automatically start the process over again each day. Our Multi-jet water meters equipped with pulse output were installed in-line with a quality solenoid valve as well as F117 Fluidwell digital display monitors, which measure the volume of water then trigger the solenoid valve to close once the operator configured amount is reached. We incorporated 24hr timers into the system to ensure that daily allowances were controlled accordingly. The BETA multi-jet water meters are WRAS approved and MID certified featuri...

We have recently commissioned a large number of Qalcosonic Heat 1 meters installed within interesting micro apartments. The Heat meters were supplied to metering and monitoring specialists in order to evaluate the thermal heat energy used within this cutting edge accommodation located in the city of London. The client required MID approved ultrasonic heat meters which could deal with fluctuating temperatures and offer good Ingress protection and specific Mbus data comms Qalcosonic heat meters are MID class 2 approved and provide combined heating and cooling measurement capability. The 8-digit LCD display shows information on the total volume, current flow rate as well as historical data. The range offers a variety of signal outputs and communication options including M-Bus, Modbus or wireless wMbus radio link interfaces. Models are available for hot and cold water applications with changeover facility and come in sizes from DN15 to DN100.

The QuikSert turbine flow meter range from Blancett are designed for accurate measurement of various liquids such as water, chemicals and light oils. This wafer style meter is quickly inserted between pipeline flanges and performs well in harsh environments due to it's rugged stainless steel construction and selection of safe and hazardous area displays. Incorporated inside the turbine meter is a helical rotor with long-life tungsten carbide shaft and bearings. This cost effective meter consists of a simple and easily serviceable design, providing an efficient long life time with low ownership costs. The range features optional LCD flow monitors such as the B2800 or B3000 with EEx ia or EEx D certification options. Models benefit from a high accuracy reading of +/- 1.0% and are available from sizes 3/8" up to 10" . The meters in this range have an operating temperature from -100 to 177°C

Last weekend a few of the team at Bell Flow Systems participated in a Tough Mudder challenge in order to raise money for the Help for Heroes charity. The course consisted of a 10 mile run with 24 challenging obstacles through-out. All of the Bell Flow participants managed to finish the course with the help of team work. Well done everyone! You can still sponsor our team here>>  https://www.eventbrite.com/teams/bell-flow-systems/1532322

The TFX Ultra is a compact ultrasonic flow meter that clamps onto the outside of pipes and does not contact the internal liquid. The technology has inherent advantages over alternate devices including: low-cost installation, no pressure head loss, no moving parts to maintain or replace, no fluid compatibility issue, and a large, bi-directional measuring range that ensures reliable readings even at very low and high flow rates. Models benefit from being able to measure clean liquids as well as those that contain small amounts of suspended solids such as surface water and sewage. The meter features a large, easy-to-read digital display which shows the flow rate and totals. The TFX Ultra is available in a variety of configurations that permit the user to select a meter with features suitable to meet particular application requirements. Available in sizes DN12 to DN3800, the rugged meter is ATEX approved for hazardous areas. TFX Ultra connections include BACnet/IP, EtherNet/IP, and Mod...

Bell Flow Systems were recently asked by a well regarded UK train operating company to supply non-invasive flow meter equipment that could easily be installed to carry out short term tests of oil flows on a number of trains in their fleet. The client selected our DXN flow meter as it is easily clamped onto the outside of the pipe therefore avoiding the task of breaking the pipework to install a traditional in-line solution. DXN uses ultrasonic technology to gather accurate results 'non-intrusively', which does not require the trains systems to be turned off, which ensures rolling stock down-time is cut to a minimum. Measurement of flow is taken using a pair of clamp-on non-invasive ultrasonic sensors which take over 100 readings per second. The DXN meter benefits from a number of advanced features including a touchscreen interface, wizard-based start-up configuration, USB connectivity and Modbus TCP/IP connectivity. The DXN portable ultrasonic flow meter from Dynasonic...

The MF4000 mass flow meter from Siargo is designed for various applications in gas flow measurement. The meters are ideal for use on process gas control, environmental samplers and other industrial applications. They perform best with non-corrosive and clean gas applications MF4000 meters are of simple, compact design utilising leading MEMS technology developed in the manufacturers Silicon Valley R&D centre. This model has a high visibility 4-digit LED panel display and two LED indicators. There are three different display modes: instant flow rate mode, flow accumulation mode, and maximum/minimum mode. Technical specs on this range include:  an accuracy reading of +/- 1.5% and flow range of 2 to 50 SLPM depending on the model chosen. Operating temperatures are from -10 to +55°C. These meters are manufactured from coated aluminum and are available with BSP, NPT or Metric push-fit connections.Output options include RS485, RS232, 4-20mA and scaled pulse.

Badger Meter’s ModMag M5000 water meter has been given OIML and MID approval according to OIML R49-1 and MID M-001. OIML is the International Organisation of Legal Metrology established to promote global harmonisation of legal metrology procedure. The Measuring Instruments Directive (MID) is a European directive that matches the requirements of 10 different measuring instrument types, including gas and active electrical energy meters. The M5000 meter was found to meet the requirements required both within the OIML and MID test. The M5000 features two internal battery packs with up to 20 years operation. Available from sizes DN15 to DN600, the M5000 is ideal for industrial and bidirectional flow applications. The meter benefits from having no moving parts and can be used to measure water containing particles.The high accuracy reading of +/-0.5% makes this innovative water meter indispensable for the water market. The meter is typically equipped with a pulse output and an interna...

Twelve BFU Ultrasonic Heat Flow meters from Bell flow Systems are being used in a district heating study being undertaken as part of a Southampton University PHD Thesis.   Installed in Halls of residence at various locations across the University campus district heating grid the BFU range was chosen for its low cost and non-invasive installation requirements, whereby the products flow and temperature sensors are clamped externally onto the heating pipes, rather than plumbed in using the traditional method.  BFU-100-M   Using time-of-flight acoustic technology, the BFU measures velocity and flow rates whilst integrating them with supply and retu rn temperatures within the heating circuit, to calculate the amount of thermal energy used at each location. The results are logged via multiple outputs available from the unit including, Modbus Comms, 4-20mA analogue signal and scalable pulse output.

The BFVM series of in-line vortex flow meters are designed for measuring the volume/mass flow of steam based on the Karman vortex principle. Using an advanced differential algorithm along with signal isolation, buffered shielding and wave form filtering, the BFVM series of vortex flow meters have the advantages of immunity to vibration and noise. Available from DN20 to DN300 (15mm to 1200mm) with optional temperature and pressure compensation for accurate and reliable mass flow measurement. This range of steam flow meters is manufactured in stainless steel and available as wafer design or with flanged bodied and is suitable for either saturated or super-heated steam with temperatures up to +250°C. Various output options are available including: Pulse, 4-20mA,1-5vDC & RS485 for remote data networking. Mass Compensated Measurement is available in a local or remote display. The remote display options include Thermal Energy Measurement and condensate return.

Our range of VuFlow Turbine Meters are designed for the measurement of a wide variety of liquids of both thin and medium viscosity. The range has been independently tested to UKAS national standards with excellent results and also has ATEX approved models available. The flow meters range in size from 4 - 200mm I.D and benefit from a standard accuracy reading of +/-1% and a choice of blind signal output or range of digital displays which show actual flow rate, total and accumulated total with a variety of user features. A choice of signal outputs and display options makes this range extremely versatile and popular. Models are constructed from high grade stainless steel and are available either threaded or flanged.

We recently had the honour of supplying and commissioning Clamp-on ultrasonic flow meters in Windsor Castle. The application required a system with the ability to measure the flow rates and temperatures of the building’s heating system to assess current and ongoing performance. The BFU-100-RF ultrasonic clamp-on flow meters were selected by our client because they offer a cost effective solution with high levels of performance. With simple installation and no need to cut into the existing pipe-work, unlike traditional in-line heat meter technologies, the sensors can be easily Clamped-on to the outside of the pipe meaning no contact with the internal fluid. Fitted with a pulse output, the meters were linked to wireless data loggers which collected energy consumption and temperature information. A handheld collector meant the client was able to collect data from each location periodically via a wireless connection. The flexibility of the flow meter also meant it could be used on a var...

Specifying the correct flow meter for any application is important but becomes absolutely critical in potentially explosive environments.  In these situations only meters with the correct ratings and genuine certification must be specified. The latest Macnaught MX-Series Ex range of oval gear flow meters have been tested and approved by FM, DEKRA and SIRA for use in ATEX Category 2 Zone 1 applications offering the ideal solution for applications requiring accurate flow measurement in environments where there is potential exposure to flammable gases, dust or vapours. Available in aluminium and stainless steel, in sizes from DN8 ¼” up to DN50 2” and with a flow range from 0.5LPH to 1200LPM these meters are suitable for measuring, monitoring and batching thin to viscous fluids, corrosive chemicals and non-conductive liquids up to 85c. High viscosity models are also available for use with fluids over 1000cPs such as paints, adhesives and resins. The MX Ex meters can be s...