Industrial temperature monitoring for oil storage safety

The company’s previous tank gauging systems utilized a combination of temperature and pressure sensors for hydrostatic level readings. This setup required bi-annual recalibration, which not only incurred a hefty cost of approximately $15,000 per assembly but also demanded significant downtime for removal, recalibration and reinstallation.

To tackle these challenges, the company turned to Endress+Hauser’s innovative iTHERM MultiSens TMS31 Multipoint thermometer assemblies, paired with Micropilot FMR62 radar level devices.

The iTHERM MultiSens TMS31 multipoint thermometer measures temperatures both above and below the internal steam heating coils, allowing operators to verify that heat is distributed evenly and remains within safe limits. By continuously monitoring these critical zones, the system helps prevent localized overheating that can degrade lubricant oil or create safety risks.

Endress+Hauser provides non‑contact radar level measurement with stable, low‑maintenance multipoint temperature monitoring, eliminating the need for frequent recalibration while improving safety and product quality. Micropilot radar level devices provide accurate, reliable level measurement without relying on pressure‑based hydrostatic calculations that require periodic recalibration. With iTHERM MultiSens TMS31 multipoint temperature assemblies, operators gain precise temperature monitoring.

When selecting a radar level gauge for industrial applications, it’s important to consider process conditions, measurement reliability, safety requirements and long‑term maintenance costs. Accuracy and stability over time are also critical.

Endress+Hauser designs and manufactures process instrumentation for analytical, level, temperature, pressure and flow measurement, with a strong focus on long‑term stability, safety and lifecycle cost reduction.