Case Studies

An essential aspect of the biorefinery process involves steam production. Their careful regulation of water and steam production is geared towards reducing energy consumption and ensuring a responsible carbon footprint. A crucial element of achieving this lies in the efficient management of condensate return lines, which transport condensate back to the boiler. A important factor for this process is its safety aspects. FOCUS-1 ensures that the boiler feed water tank with the correct amount of water to maintain safe operating conditions.

Maintaining a proper balance between the volume of water and the microorganism colony is crucial for effective operation. Accurate dosing is essential to prevent the death of microorganisms, which can lead to process delays while the colony is reestablished. By implementing FOCUS-1, Heros achieves the integration of a flowmeter and valve into a single device, eliminating the need for separate components. The integrated flowmeter ensures exceptional accuracy, with only a 0.5% level of inaccuracy, enabling precise flow control into the basins.

In the past a separate flowmeter and valve system for filling soy oil into trucks was used. However, for this specific application, there is an increased need for efficient and accurate flow control. To guarantee a safe and efficient bag loading process, preventing bag rupture, spills, and leaks, precise flow control is crucial. By implementing FOCUS-1 in this application the process achieves a inaccuracy of only 0.3% when loading the truck, enabling precise flow control and ensuring safety with the inclusion of an integrated pressure sensor.

At Ardo in the Netherlands, steam produced in a boiler is used to cook spinach before its frozen, this to maintain the quality and extend shelf life. During operations an optimal control and monitoring of the boiler feed water is crucial for several reasons. By replacing the existing control valve with FOCUS-1, Ardo gains comprehensive control and monitoring capabilities, offering valuable insights into the boiler operation.