Complex fluids Made easy

The fuTure for The PulP And PAPer indusTry

We all know it’s better not to put something inside the pipes or pull pipes apart to install extra equipment. Leakage, dirty lenses and huge expensive equipment that will only measure under certain circumstances or only one thing at a time are now a part of the past.

Acosense introduces ACOspector®, a small, clamp-on instrument that covers most of your measuring needs, giving accurate information without disturbing the process. That’s the future for measurements of fluids in the pulp and paper industry.

A multi-analysis instrumentThe instrument can be used to measure several properties in complex fluids simultaneously, erasing the need for multiple measuring tools.

Difficult MeasurementsACOspector® can measure properties in fluids that are otherwise difficult or impossible to analyse. Fluids that are corrosive, opaque, have high viscosity or concentration can all be measured in real time with high accuracy.

The instrument can be used in difficult environments and be placed anywhere you need it.

NoninvasiveACOspector® is a Clamp-on instrument. It can be applied anywhere in the product line and there is no need to stop production for installation, tests or maintenance. It is never in contact with the measured fluid.

Economy & Environment - Hand in HandKnowing total solids, viscosity, density, concentration, fibre length or any other necessary property will give you more control, less waste and a better product.

For example, using ACOspector® in pulp production and in connection with the Recovery Boiler, will raise efficiency, creating more green energy, saving money and the environment.

Viscosity

Total Solids

Density

Mass Flow

Concentration

Chemical Components

FlowFibre Lengthetc...

Difficult FluidsACOspector ® can be used for measuring total solids, density or other properties in black liquor.

It can also measure high con-centrations of pulp, and during the caustication process. Just to mention a few applications.

Green EnergyWhen used to measure total solids in Black Liquor, recovery boiler efficiency can rise expo-nentially, creating more green energy.

Benefits- No unnecessary stops in production- Noninvasive- Accurate & real-time- Multiple measurements- Better process control- Less waste- Enhanced product quality- Reduced environmental impact- Safer workplace

MeAsuring where you need iTWith ACOspector® there is no need to stop production for installation or maintenance. Installation is uncomplicated and the measuring procedures easy and maintenance free. Fewer lab-tests and no need to open up systems for maintenance and repairs.

It is now possible to measure in real-time, and as the instrument is noninvasive it is not affected by the fluid. No need for cleaning lenses or installing components inside the pipes.

Active listeningThe technology is called Active Acoustic Spectroscopy. It means that we emit acoustic signals through the fluid. Sensors receive the signals and an analysis is made, giving you information on one or many characteristics of the fluid.

The technology produces accurate measurements also where traditionally seen as difficult or impossible. Measurements can even be made to measure coatings on the inside of the pipe.

A swedish innovATion ACOspector® Acoustic Chemometer is based on a patented noninvasive fluid analysis method. It’s invented and developed in Sweden and all tests are made in real production on real fluids. That’s how we know the instrument works and is reliable even in difficult conditions.

Real-time controlMeasuring is continuous, creating instant analysis which gives reliable data for real-time process control.

Measurement is possible on just about any pipe material and liquid medium or gas, with reliable results that gives you better control over the process. The results can be accessed by the control system, but also by remote users.

AccurateMeasuring accuracy depends on customer requirements and calibration data. The measuring error is typically 1%.

Viscosity in Colloidal Silica: ± 1 cPTotal solids in Black Liquor: 1% TS

About AcosenseAcosense AB is a Swedish high-tech company that develops and produces Acospector Acoustic Chemometer, an innovation that enables real-time noninvasive analysis of complex chemical and biological production processes, even where previously thought difficult or impossible.

Acosense is committed to keep improving and continuously help the process industry to cut costs, improve product quality and lower environmental impact.

To remain on the cutting edge of technology our research never ends. And it’s always done in full-scale industrial settings where the instrument is exposed to real circumstances. That way we know that we can deliver on our promises.

Saving Energy

Saving Environment

Saving Money

Recovery boiler efficiency rising

Less waste and more green energy

Plant and product performance improving

ACospector - specificationsParameters Specifications Comments

25mm - 1000mm (1”- 40”)< 3 m

inquire for application sizes outside the range

Signal Converter: Processor Memory hard drive

Communication interfaces

Power output Thd frequency range

operating temperature range

encapsulation size

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specifications may vary between different systems. upgrades are available to fit customer need.

Sensor size operating temperature range Attachment

h20 Ø14 mm-76°C to 250°CAdhesive

Customizing can be made for higher temp ranges

TMs 320C6A9167 1,5ghz ArM+dsPup to 2gB ddr II or ddr IIIsATA interface

ProfiBus, ModBus, 4-20 mA, rs-232/485, wlAn, ethernet, etc

< 7 w< 0,001 %0 - 50 Khz

-30°C to 65°C

iP 65h260xw180xd130 mm

120/240 v 60/50 hz

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Signal transmitter operating temp range size Attachment

-76°C to 250°Ch57xw37xd37 mmClamped on

Environment Pipe diameter distance from signal converter to pipe

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Fast Real-time monitoringPrecise Accurate measurements

Noninvasive No contact with fluidEasy No unnecessary stops in production

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