Chemical tank level monitoring gives operators remote visibility of stored liquids across industrial, agricultural and processing facilities. As a result, businesses can improve inventory planning, schedule deliveries and respond sooner when tank levels move outside nominated limits.
LevelCon combines compatible industrial sensors, remote monitoring gateways and the LevelCon Portal. The sensor measures the liquid level, while the gateway collects and transmits the reading through the configured network.
Why Chemical Tank Monitoring Requires the Right Sensor
Chemical properties vary considerably. Therefore, a sensor suitable for one liquid may not tolerate another.
Before selecting equipment, consider:
- Chemical composition and concentration
- Sensor and seal material compatibility
- Liquid density and viscosity
- Vapour, foam or condensation inside the tank
- Tank height, shape and connection points
- Operating pressure and temperature
- Indoor, outdoor and hazardous-area requirements
Importantly, chemical compatibility must be confirmed for the specific liquid and operating conditions.
Chemical Tank Level Sensor Options
LevelCon supports several sensing technologies. Consequently, the system can be configured around the chemical, tank and installation environment.
Non-Contact Radar Sensors
Radar sensors measure the distance to the liquid surface without contacting the stored chemical. Therefore, they may suit applications where direct sensor contact is undesirable. The LevelCon Radar R3 provides wireless, non-contact measurement for compatible tanks and liquids.
Chemical-Resistant Hydrostatic Sensors
Hydrostatic sensors calculate liquid level from the pressure created by the liquid column. For more aggressive liquids, the LevelCon APT350 uses a PTFE body and jacket with a ceramic diaphragm. However, measurement accuracy depends on correctly accounting for the liquid’s density and operating conditions. LevelCon documents the APT350 for liquid chemicals and other harsh liquids.
External and Differential-Pressure Sensors
External pressure sensors can measure from a suitable connection near the bottom of the tank. Meanwhile, differential-pressure sensors may suit sealed or pressurised vessels when properly configured. The materials, pressure range and process connections must match the application.
Existing Industrial Sensors
LevelCon sensor nodes and gateways can also connect with compatible wired, wireless, analogue, digital or Modbus sensors. This flexibility may allow an existing industrial sensor to become part of the remote monitoring system.
How Remote Chemical Tank Monitoring Works
First, the selected sensor measures the liquid level or related process value. Next, a compatible LevelCon gateway receives the measurement and transmits it through cellular, local wireless or optional satellite communication, depending on the equipment configuration.
Authorised users can then access current readings, historical trends and configured alerts through the LevelCon Portal or a compatible third-party platform.
Key Capabilities
- Remote chemical tank level monitoring
- Wired and wireless sensor options
- Cellular and optional satellite communication
- Solar-powered gateway options
- Configurable SMS and email alerts
- Historical reporting and trends
- GPS tracking for supported mobile assets
- JSON API integration
- Monitoring of individual tanks or distributed sites
Typical Applications
LevelCon chemical tank monitoring systems can support:
- Chemical storage and distribution
- Manufacturing and process plants
- Liquid fertiliser storage
- Water and wastewater treatment
- Mining and mineral processing
- Oil, gas and petrochemical operations
- Industrial cleaning and treatment chemicals
- Mobile tanks, totes and distributed storage assets
Selecting a Chemical Tank Monitoring System
A reliable system begins with the correct sensor—not simply the gateway. Therefore, Metromatics assesses the stored chemical, tank construction, measurement range, site connectivity and required reporting before recommending a configuration.
Remote monitoring equipment should support operational visibility rather than replace independent safety systems, overfill protection or legally required hazardous-area controls.
Discuss Your Chemical Tank Monitoring Application
Metromatics supplies and supports LevelCon chemical tank level monitoring systems throughout Australia and New Zealand.
Contact us with the chemical name and concentration, tank dimensions, operating temperature, pressure, installation environment and preferred communication method. We can then help determine a suitable sensor, gateway and monitoring configuration.