Measuring the level of suspended matter in a stirred tank during the concrete production process is important for several reasons:
1. Water quality control: The level of suspended solids in the water used to make concrete can have a significant impact on the quality of the final material. High levels of suspended solids can contaminate concrete, leading to surface defects, reduced strength and premature deterioration. Controlling their concentration therefore enables optimized injection into the manufacturing process.
2. Pollution prevention: Suspended matter in water can come from a variety of sources, such as building materials, previously used concrete residues, or even external contaminants. By measuring and controlling the level of suspended matter in the agitated tank, it is possible to reduce the risk of pollution of the concrete and the surrounding environment.
3. Optimizing the mixing process: The level of suspended matter can influence the viscosity and fluidity of water, which in turn can affect the efficiency of the concrete mixing process. By monitoring this parameter, operators can adjust mixing conditions to ensure homogeneous mixing and uniform distribution of materials in the concrete. In addition, controlled management of the quantity of water loaded into the concrete enables process residues to be absorbed into the production process, thus reducing the need for external management.
4. Regulatory compliance: In many regions, there are strict standards and regulations governing the quality of water used in concrete production. By measuring the level of suspended matter and ensuring that it remains below regulatory limits, concrete manufacturers can ensure their compliance with normative requirements.
Gamme Hydrostop
The turbidity probe is used to determine the level of suspended solids in a mixing tank.
- Suspended solids measurement is used to measure the fines loading rate of water stored in mixing tanks.
- This measurement is carried out using an optical sensor equipped with a sapphire glass and a Teflon coating to prevent clogging. This device ensures linear measurement precision.
Mixing tanks concentrate water from the process (cleaning water) and, in some cases, concrete returns from washing machines. This measurement enables us to adapt the quantity of loaded water injected into the concrete formula, thus optimizing the use of recycled water and ensuring precise control over the addition of fines.
