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The Impact of Background Echoes on Ultrasonic Level Measurement
Posted by danstips in Configuration, Echomax transducers, Installation, Level, Level Technology, Measurement, Siemens, Ultrasonic, Uncategorized on June 21, 2012
Photography is a pretty good way to illustrate the importance of background.
Look at the two photographs here. In one, the background is minimal, and focuses your eye on the subject matter. In the other, the background seriously detracts from the subject. Where should you be focusing? What’s most important?
But unlike photography, where a good background helps you focus on the subject, in the world of non-contact ultrasonic level measurement, even a “good” background has a negative influence. Background never contributes to a level reading, it only detracts. But Siemens has a built-in function to “cure” for the influence of backgrounds in their level devices. Read the rest of this entry »
Repair or replace? Which should I do?
Posted by danstips in Configuration, Cost Issues, Installation, Repairs, Service on October 13, 2011
It’s a common question that doesn’t come with a straightforward answer. Our customers make a significant investment in instrumentation, so if something can be repaired, it’s usually easier to get past the budget department. But there are several factors to consider first. Read the rest of this entry »
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