Munters Group has filed a patent for a monitoring arrangement for reservoirs with support members. The arrangement includes load cell modules with base plates and measuring devices, as well as adapter units. The base plate of the load cell module has a recess that allows it to surround the support member, and the measuring device extends over the recess. GlobalData’s report on Munters Group gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Monitoring arrangement for measuring load on reservoir support members
A recently filed patent (Publication Number: US20230286738A1) describes a monitoring arrangement for a reservoir with multiple support members. The arrangement includes at least one load cell module with a base plate that can be attached to a support surface. The load cell module also has an elongated measuring device attached to the base plate. Additionally, there is at least one adapter unit that can be attached to a support member of the reservoir and rest on the measuring device. The base plate of the load cell module has a recess that allows it to partly surround the support member when installed, and the measuring device extends over the recess.
The patent also mentions that the adapter unit can be attached in a cavity of the support member, and the load cell module can be arranged in such a way that the measuring device extends into the cavity. Furthermore, the monitoring arrangement may include at least one load support element with a curved surface, which is placed between the measuring device and the adapter unit. The load support element helps distribute the load and ensures proper contact between the adapter unit and the load support element.
The load cell module may also include a sensor device in the measuring device to sense any deformation. This sensor device can be connected to a control unit for monitoring purposes. The measuring device and the adapter unit can be connected to each other using a fastener, with the adapter unit having a larger diameter through hole compared to the measuring device. Additionally, a spring washer can be used around the fastener at the adapter unit for added stability.
The monitoring arrangement can be coupled with a control unit, and there is also a lifting arrangement provided for installation purposes. The lifting arrangement includes a lifting adapter that can be attached to the support member and a lifter that interacts with the lifting adapter to lift the support member above the support surface during installation.
In summary, the patent describes a monitoring arrangement for reservoirs that utilizes load cell modules, adapter units, and load support elements to accurately measure and monitor the load on support members. The arrangement can be easily installed using a lifting arrangement and can be connected to a control unit for data analysis and monitoring purposes.
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