Communications Evolution
The most recent evolution of the communications on the KATflow meters took place in response to a series of customer requests. Initially a customer approached Katronic to provide instruments with a connection to a PC network and we therefore developed an Ethernet output for all of the fixed installation instruments. This was taken to the next stage by making all of the measurement and diagnostic values available wirelessly (3G).
Once the data is available on the internet we provide the customer with a software interface that is tailored to suit their needs. The platform can support all of the measurement variables available on the flowmeter including, volumetric, mass and heat quantity values.
Remote Monitoring
In response of the move towards smarter metering the customer is also able to access the flowmeter diagnostic data such as signal strength, gain, noise and liquid speed of sound. Engineers can use this information to evaluate meter performance, add credibility to measurements and make predictions on possible service requirements of the flowmeter and sensors.
Addition of LonWorks, BACnet & Profibus Protocols
As well as the wired and wireless Ethernet options Katronic have developed several other new platforms on which the flowmeters are able to operate. The LonWorks which is widely used in control systems for buildings, power, HVAC and air-conditioning systems is now available along with the rival BACnet output.
The LonWorks and BACnet options are available on the KATflow 150 and 170 fixed flowmeters and the KATflow 210 portable meter. The Profibus solutions is currently only available on the KATflow 150 model but will become available on the 170 very soon.
DFT have a full range of ultrasonic metering solutions for a variety of applications (Datasheets available here: Ultrasonic Flowmeters). For enquiries or more information phone us on +971 (0) 4 887 8185 or email us at [email protected]