LevelCon I Tank Level Monitoring Solutions I Metromatics

Micro-Design, Inc. develops the LevelCon range of remote tank monitoring, industrial telemetry and asset-management solutions.

LevelCon brings together field-installed sensors, wired or wireless monitoring devices. Along with mobile and optional satellite communications, cloud-based software gives better visibility of tanks and other critical assets. It supports remote, distributed, and hard-to-access locations.

Solutions can be configured for fuels, lubricants, water, wastewater, liquid chemicals, LPG and propane, agricultural liquids and other compatible materials. Selected LevelCon products can also monitor level, pressure, differential pressure, flow, temperature, equipment runtime, vibration, digital status and asset location.

Metromatics supplies and supports LevelCon products throughout Australia and New Zealand. Helping customers select an appropriate monitor, communication method and sensor for their tank, stored material and operating environment.

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Stationary Tank Monitoring	Asset & Equipment Monitoring	LevelCon Cloud Monitoring Software

Complete Remote Tank Monitoring Solutions

A LevelCon system can combine the sensor, field monitor, communication network and cloud software required to monitor an individual tank or a network of distributed assets.

The typical monitoring process involves:

First, a compatible sensor measures level, pressure, flow, temperature or another required condition.
Next, a LevelCon monitor or gateway collects the sensor measurement.
The device then transmits the data using cellular, satellite or another supported communication method.
Once transmitted, the latest reported information becomes available through the LevelCon portal or a compatible third-party platform.
Finally, configured alerts can notify authorised users when defined conditions are detected and reported.

However, the final system must be matched to the tank geometry, stored material, measurement range, required reporting frequency, available power, communications coverage and operating environment.

LevelCon Monitoring Capabilities

Depending on the selected product, sensor and configuration, LevelCon systems can monitor:

Liquid level
LPG or propane level
Pressure
Differential pressure
Flow
Temperature
Equipment runtime
Vibration, shock and tilt events
Digital alarm or switch status
GPS asset location
Tank filling or depletion events
High and low level conditions
Selected pumps, valves and connected equipment

In addition, selected devices can support Modbus communications, digital inputs and outputs, and application-specific monitoring or control functions.

However, not every capability is available with every LevelCon product. Therefore, the required measurements, interfaces and functions should be confirmed when selecting the system.

What Can LevelCon Systems Monitor?

LevelCon offers a range of sensing technologies for monitoring many common liquids and stored materials, including:

Diesel and other compatible liquid fuels
Petrol
Methanol
Diesel exhaust fluid, including DEF and AdBlue
Lubricating oils
Hydraulic fluids
Water and wastewater
Liquid fertilisers
Agricultural feed liquids
LPG and propane
Industrial liquid chemicals
Selected corrosive chemicals
Grease and viscous materials
Seed, grain and selected dry materials

Furthermore, selected LevelCon pressure and differential-pressure sensors are promoted for LNG, CNG and hydrogen-related applications. Nevertheless, suitability must be confirmed for the specific gas, pressure range, hazardous-area classification and installation requirements.

Consequently, the correct sensor must always be selected according to:

Stored material
Tank dimensions and geometry
Measurement range
Required accuracy
Operating temperature
Tank pressure
Sensor mounting position
Material compatibility
Hazardous-area requirements

Applications for LevelCon Remote Monitoring

Bulk Fuel and Lubricant Monitoring

LevelCon systems can monitor fuel, oil and lubricant storage across depots, workshops, farms, mine sites and distributed customer locations.

As a result, access to remotely reported tank information can support replenishment planning, inventory visibility and the identification of unexpected level changes. Additionally, it may reduce the frequency of routine manual inspections, subject to the organisation’s operational and compliance requirements.

Generator Fuel Monitoring

Similarly, LevelCon devices can monitor fuel levels and selected generator operating conditions at telecommunications sites, utilities, commercial facilities and remote installations.

Depending on the selected sensors and configuration, measurements can include:

Fuel level
Engine runtime
Engine temperature
Oil pressure
GPS location
Geofence status

Water and Wastewater Monitoring

LevelCon can also monitor tanks, reservoirs and distributed water assets using compatible submersible, radar, ultrasonic or other level-sensing technologies.

For example, potential applications include:

Process-water tanks
Wastewater tanks
Rural water storage
Irrigation systems
Chemical dosing tanks
Remote water infrastructure

Chemical Tank Monitoring

For compatible industrial liquids and corrosive chemicals, chemical-resistant or non-contact sensor options can be selected.

However, the sensor materials, seals, measurement technology and hazardous-area certification must be confirmed against the particular chemical and operating environment.

Agriculture and Farming

Within agricultural applications, LevelCon systems can monitor diesel, water, liquid fertiliser, feed and other compatible storage assets across farms and agricultural facilities.

Therefore, remote monitoring can provide better visibility of assets located across large properties or multiple sites.

Oil and Gas

Selected LevelCon products can also monitor level, pressure, differential pressure, flow, temperature, equipment runtime and other field measurements in oil and gas applications.

Nevertheless, equipment suitability and certification must be checked for the specific installation.

LPG and Propane Monitoring

For LPG and propane applications, LevelCon supports compatible tank senders, including selected Rochester sensor and dial technologies.

Accordingly, local stationary monitors and remote telemetry devices can be configured for LPG or propane level monitoring, subject to sender compatibility and installation requirements.

Mobile Asset Tracking

In addition to stationary assets, GPS-enabled LevelCon devices can be used to monitor the reported location of tanks, trailers and other mobile equipment.

Depending on the selected device and service, capabilities can include:

GPS location
Cloud-based mapping
Geofencing
Movement or shock detection
Configurable notifications
Tank-level or sensor monitoring

Mobile, Satellite and Wireless Communications

LevelCon offers several communication options for applications ranging from facilities with reliable mobile coverage to remote sites where conventional communications may be limited.

Depending on the selected product, SIM configuration and service availability, these options can include:

LTE Cat-M1
NB-IoT
4G cellular communications
Multi-carrier connectivity
Local wireless sensor networks
Bluetooth for supported setup and configuration functions
Optional satellite reporting
Modbus and serial sensor interfaces
JSON API integration

However, Australian and New Zealand network compatibility must be confirmed for each product and SIM configuration before deployment.

Where cellular coverage is unavailable, selected F100MX configurations can provide satellite reporting. Even so, satellite coverage, reporting frequency, service availability and data-plan requirements must be confirmed for the intended installation location.

Solar-Powered Monitoring for Remote Sites

Selected LevelCon monitoring devices incorporate solar-energy harvesting, thereby allowing them to operate at locations where mains power is unavailable or impractical.

Depending on the selected model, power arrangements can include:

Integrated solar-energy harvesting
Supercapacitor energy storage
Replaceable backup batteries
Optional external DC power
USB charging or power

Additionally, installation options can include magnetic mounting on suitable metal tanks, fixed brackets or strap mounting.

However, operating life and maintenance requirements will depend on the particular device, connected sensors, reporting frequency, available sunlight, installation position, communications coverage and environmental conditions.

For this reason, any manufacturer-stated operating-life figure should be treated as model- and application-specific rather than applying to every LevelCon device.

Monitoring in Hazardous Environments

Selected LevelCon monitors and sensors are available with North American Class I, Division 1 hazardous-location certification.

However, certification varies between models and configurations. Therefore, certification must be confirmed for the exact monitor, sensor and installation.

Furthermore, Class I, Division 1 certification should not automatically be treated as equivalent to IECEx or ANZEx certification. Before installing LevelCon equipment in a hazardous area in Australia or New Zealand, the following should be verified:

Exact product certification
Hazardous-area classification
Gas or vapour group
Temperature classification
Sensor certification
Installation and wiring requirements
Local regulatory requirements
Whether IECEx, ANZEx or another accepted approval is required

Ultimately, final acceptance should be confirmed by the purchasing company’s responsible hazardous-area engineer or relevant authority.

Benefits of LevelCon Remote Monitoring

A properly configured LevelCon monitoring system can help organisations:

View remotely reported tank and sensor data
Monitor assets across multiple sites
Receive configurable alerts and notifications
Improve fuel and liquid inventory visibility
Support replenishment and delivery planning
Identify unusual or unexpected level changes
Access historical measurements and trend information
Monitor stationary and mobile assets
Reduce some routine manual tank inspections
Connect several sensor technologies
Integrate selected data with third-party software
Monitor sites without conventional mains power
Extend monitoring to selected locations without cellular coverage

As a result, organisations can gain greater visibility of remote assets and make more informed operational decisions. However, actual outcomes will depend on the monitoring configuration, reporting interval, communications availability and the organisation’s operating procedures.

Why Choose LevelCon?

LevelCon offers:

Cellular and optional satellite monitoring devices
Wired and wireless sensor options
Solar-powered equipment for remote locations
Support for level, pressure, flow and temperature measurement
GPS asset tracking and geofencing
Browser and mobile access
Configurable alerts and automated reporting
API support for compatible external platforms
Compatibility with several industrial sensor interfaces
Options for stationary and mobile assets
Monitoring solutions for fuel, water, chemicals and LPG
Selected products for hazardous-location applications

However, product capabilities, certifications and communication options vary by model and configuration. Therefore, each solution should be selected according to the specific application and installation requirements.

Why Work with Metromatics?

By working with Metromatics, customers can access:

Local sales and technical support across Australia and New Zealand
Assistance selecting an appropriate sensing technology
Advice on tank geometry, liquid compatibility and measurement range
Support selecting cellular, satellite or local communication methods
Assistance matching LevelCon monitors with compatible sensors
Support for stationary and mobile monitoring applications
Manufacturer liaison and access to technical documentation
Assistance with portal and API requirements
Support from initial product selection through deployment
More than 35 years of experience supplying industrial monitoring and electronic solutions

Therefore, Metromatics can help customers consider the complete monitoring requirement—from the tank and sensor through to communications, cloud access and system integration.