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Bell Flow Blog https://www.bellflowsystems.co.uk/blog Industrial and Manufacturing Articles from Bell Flow Systems Wed, 19 Feb 2020 13:47:54 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 Smart water metering for smart cities https://www.bellflowsystems.co.uk/blog/smart-water-metering-for-smart-cities/ Wed, 19 Feb 2020 13:42:25 +0000 https://www.bellflowsystems.co.uk/blog/?p=1177 Badger Meter, a leading global innovator and manufacturer of flow measurement, control and communications solutions, highlights the key trends predicted to shape the water utility industry in 2020. Of the four trends included in this year’s list, the value of the Internet of Things (IoT) and 5G networks in creating smarter water metering solutions and […]

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]]> A Guide to Choosing the Right Flow Meter https://www.bellflowsystems.co.uk/blog/a-guide-to-choosing-the-right-flow-meter/ Tue, 20 Aug 2019 09:17:21 +0000 https://www.bellflowsystems.co.uk/blog/?p=1138 A Guide to Choosing the Right Flow Meter with Badger Meter Flow measurement is a critical aspect of plant and process operation in many industries. Users choosing equipment to measure the flow of liquid or gas processes must consider a wide range of factors to arrive at an optimal solution. Experience has shown there are […]

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]]> Basic Theory of Pressure Transducers https://www.bellflowsystems.co.uk/blog/basic-theory-of-pressure-transducers/ Fri, 22 Feb 2019 15:10:27 +0000 https://www.bellflowsystems.co.uk/blog/?p=1125 A pressure transducer is a device which converts an applied pressure into a measurable electrical signal which is linear and proportional to the applied pressure. Standard Pressure Units Within industry there are three major pressure datum’s that you will need to understand for your given application; absolute, differential, and gauge pressure. Each area of the […]

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]]> Tank Cloud, remote tank level monitoring from APG https://www.bellflowsystems.co.uk/blog/tank-cloud-remote-tank-level-monitoring-from-apg/ Mon, 18 Feb 2019 10:14:38 +0000 https://www.bellflowsystems.co.uk/blog/?p=1114 Tank Cloud is perfect for a single remote tank, or an entire tank farm. We’ve got it covered, no matter what the situation. Our Tank Cloud master level sensors connect directly to the Internet for single tank applications. They also use Modbus to connect up to 10 slave sensors for tank farm applications. Modbus is […]

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]]> Managing Losses in Compressed Air Systems with Thermal Mass Flow Technology https://www.bellflowsystems.co.uk/blog/managing-losses-in-compressed-air-systems-with-thermal-mass-flow-technology/ Tue, 16 Oct 2018 18:12:29 +0000 https://www.bellflowsystems.co.uk/blog/?p=1102 Managing Losses in Compressed Air Systems with Thermal Mass Flow Technology Monitoring Compressed air within a manufacturing facility has become increasingly important as the associated costs have risen dramatically in recent years Compressed air systems are found throughout industry and are often the largest excess user of electricity in a manufacturing plant. Air leaks can […]

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]]> 15 Good Reasons for Choosing our Flow-Monitors https://www.bellflowsystems.co.uk/blog/15-good-reasons-for-choosing-our-flow-monitors/ Fri, 28 Sep 2018 16:11:09 +0000 https://www.bellflowsystems.co.uk/blog/?p=1098 15 Good Reasons for Choosing our Flow-Monitors The units can be mounted in any orientation, unlike rotameters No glass to break, just a rugged plastic window Dirty water, oils and coloured liquids no problem The units are among few available that incorporate a 15 amp switch Wide choice of switches available – 3, 4 and […]

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]]> Is your Flow meter delivering its best? https://www.bellflowsystems.co.uk/blog/1082-2/ Thu, 27 Sep 2018 16:12:53 +0000 https://www.bellflowsystems.co.uk/blog/?p=1082 Is your Flow meter delivering its best? Read on to discover how to extract the most from it!         From Guest Blogger, Edward Simpson of company RS Calibration Any instrument deteriorates over time. It is a given that to extract the most from it, regular inspection, instrument calibration or an upgrade is […]

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]]> Waste Water flow measurement in open ended pipes, now possible under all conditions https://www.bellflowsystems.co.uk/blog/waste-water-flow-measurement-in-open-ended-pipes-now-possible-under-all-conditions/ Wed, 19 Sep 2018 09:35:27 +0000 https://www.bellflowsystems.co.uk/blog/?p=1076 Accuron Cartridge-insert, open ended pipe flow meters to fit nominal diameters 4″ – 24″  The successful measurement of low flows in partially full pipes and open channels has never been easily accomplished. Problems have ranged from questionable theory to real maintenance issues encompassing fouled sensors, sediment and plugging. The “point velocity” and “line velocity” theories […]

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]]> Oilfield Water Operations Optimized by Flow Meters :: A White Paper published by Badger Meter https://www.bellflowsystems.co.uk/blog/oilfield-water-operations-optimized-by-flow-meters-a-white-paper-published-by-badger-meter/ Wed, 29 Aug 2018 14:50:57 +0000 https://www.bellflowsystems.co.uk/blog/?p=1053 BACKGROUND The energy industry is under constant pressure in all production environments In the face of rising costs and increased operating demands, exploration & production (E&P) companies are looking to maximize production – while ensuring safe operations and avoiding environmental impact During the exploration and drilling stages at oil and gas fields, accurate and dependable […]

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]]> Non-Invasive Heat Meters plus remote data collection and viewing in major London train station https://www.bellflowsystems.co.uk/blog/non-invasive-heat-meters-plus-remote-data-collection-and-viewing-in-major-london-train-station/ Fri, 20 Jul 2018 17:15:19 +0000 https://www.bellflowsystems.co.uk/blog/?p=1044 Bell Flow Systems help to monitor heat energy usage at a major London train station Bell Flow Systems were recently approached by a contractor to provide a heat flow measurement system which would provide short term monitoring at a number of locations around a major London train station for a period up to 6 months. […]

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