Doppler Flow Meter on a Coal Slurry | Case Study | Compuflow | Aquip | Aquip

We were approached by a Queensland coal mine to assist with the flow measurement of a mixture of coal fines.

In order to conduct accurate flow measurements, the team installed a portable high power Compuflow Doppler flowmeter.

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Project	Doppler Flow Meter on a Coal Slurry
Project Overview	We were approached to assist a coal mine in Central Queensland who required flow measurement of a mixture of coal fines and magnetite through chromium and steel, rubber lined pipes. Due to the highly abrasive process slurry combined with highly corrosive chemicals a clamp on intrusive flowmeter was tested. Process solids varied from 20% up to 50%. During a flow survey conducted on the site, most of the existing slurry lines were measured within a few hours. Outer Diameter: 100mm, 170mm, 200mm, 250mm. Wall Thickness: 9-13mm. Roughness: 0.1mm. Pipe Material: Carbon Steel, Chromium. Lining: 10mm Rubber Lining. Medium: ORE Slurry. Medium Temperature: 15-19C.
Project Challenges	The process slurry contained high concentration of magnetite. Lack of suitable meters prevented proper process control on the plant. The flow could not be stopped and the meter had to be installed on a “live” pipeline.
Project Results	The team installed a Portable Compuflow Ultrasonic Doppler-clamp on (strap on) flow meter without cutting the pipe. The test site sensors were attached with simple strap for quick removal and simple re-installation. The meter provided accurate flow data allowing management to justify purchase of fixed Doppler flowmeters. Process engineers were able to control production and rely on accurate flow meter results.

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