Rotor insertion flowmeter can be installed live 29 November 2012

A rotor insertion flowmeter that can be installed 'hot' into live pipework has been introduced by Spirax Sarco.

The company says its new RIM10 is aimed at steam, gas and liquid applications and is set to cut installation and operational costs.

It explains that the device can be fitted using standard hot-tapping techniques, eliminating the need to disrupt production for installation. While also saving time and deleting any requirement for cutting and welding.

Three models have been developed to deliver performance in applications ranging from demanding process conditions, such as high pressure flows (137.8 bar g) and high process temperatures up to 400°C (750°F). The device has a turndown of 25:1, and is claimed to provide accurate readings at high and low flow rates across all media.

Set-up and commissioning can be performed through a local display or remote unit, via web interface, while simultaneous measurement signals can be delivered through Modbus RTU via RS448 or Modbus TCP/IP protocols.

Brian Tinham

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