Flow control plays an important role in the automation process control of drug production, used to measure the flow of liquids, gases, or vapors, and can help monitor and control various parameters of fluids.

Here are several important functions of flow meters:

1. Monitoring fluids using flow meters can accurately measure the amount of fluid used, thereby helping businesses with cost management and resource allocation. By monitoring traffic in real-time, enterprises can determine

Utilization rate, waste situation, and areas that require process optimization.

2. Process control

Flow meters can be used to control the velocity and distribution of fluids in industrial processes. By accurately measuring the flow rate and comparing it with the preset value, valves or other control devices can be automatically adjusted,

To ensure the stability and accuracy of the fluid in the process.

3. Fault detection and maintenance

By continuously monitoring the flow rate, the flowmeter can identify abnormal situations and potential faults. For example, if the flow deviates from the expected value, it may indicate pipeline blockage, valve failure, or

Other issues. This real-time fault detection helps to take maintenance measures in advance, reducing production interruptions and losses.

4. Energy saving optimization

Flow meters can help businesses identify processes with high energy consumption, thereby guiding energy-saving optimization measures. By monitoring and comparing flow data in different processes, enterprises can find

Energy saving potential and taking measures to improve energy efficiency.

5. Data analysis and optimization

The data provided by the flowmeter can be correlated with other process parameters for complex data analysis and model optimization. This helps companies understand the interactions between each link in the entire process

Impact, optimize production efficiency and quality.

Therefore, flow meters play an important role in industry, helping companies monitor and control fluid flow, achieve cost management, quality control, and energy optimization goals. How to choose

A flow meter that meets the requirements of the operating conditions is crucial. The principle of choosing a flow meter is first to have a profound understanding of the structural principles and fluid characteristics of various flow meters,

At the same time, the selection should also be based on the specific situation on site and the surrounding environmental conditions. We also need to consider economic factors. In general, the following five aspects should be taken into consideration

Row selection:

1. Environmental conditions

Fully consider the working environment of the instrument; Consider the impact of changes in environmental temperature and humidity on sensor measurements; Select flow meters according to relevant specifications and standards to adapt to explosive hazardous environments,

Require on-site according to explosion-proof standards; Take relevant measures to reduce on-site electromagnetic interference.

2. Fluid characteristics

The physical properties of fluids will greatly affect the selection of flow meters. Therefore, it is necessary to fully consider the temperature, pressure, density, viscosity, chemical corrosion, scaling, compression coefficient, etc. of the medium

The influence of factors on measurement, selecting appropriate measurement methods and instruments to adapt to the properties of the measured fluid, while considering the impact of changes in one parameter of fluid properties on another during the measurement process

influence. For example, the effect of temperature changes on liquid viscosity.

3. Installation requirements

When using a flowmeter, attention should be paid to the adaptability and requirements of the installation conditions, mainly considering the following aspects, such as the installation direction of the flowmeter, the flow direction of the fluid, the upstream and downstream straight pipe sections

Valve position, pipeline fittings, pulsating flow effects, vibration, electrical interference, maintenance convenience, etc.

4. Technical parameters

The technology of flow meters mainly includes instantaneous flow rate, cumulative flow rate, accuracy, repeatability, range, pressure loss, signal type, response time, reliability, etc. When selecting a flow meter,

It is necessary to comprehensively consider the actual needs of the tested conditions and select suitable flowmeter technology and performance parameters to improve measurement accuracy, reliability, and efficiency.

5. Cost effectiveness ratio

When selecting a flowmeter, the unit price of the instrument, installation cost, operating cost, maintenance cost, and spare parts cost should be considered simultaneously. Choose to meet the working conditions for use, while also considering installation and maintenance costs

Instruments with low spare parts costs can save investment and operation costs.