Bitumen tankers

Bitumen

Cargo tanks are heated for transporting bitumen – the usual storage temperature of the product is approx. +170 °C to +190 °C. The material is liquid and pumpable only at these temperatures. Heating is supplied via coiled, multi-layered heating tubes mounted on the floor and sides of the container. To guarantee optimum utilisation of the tanks as well as a safe ship attitude, the levels in the bitumen tanks are monitored continuously during loading and unloading.

Overfill protection with VEGACAP 64

A level detection system for preventing cargo tank overfilling is mandatory. This function is performed reliably by VEGACAP 64. Its proven, robust measuring principle is not affected by the high temperatures and product buildup, ensures that the instrument switches reliably when covered with bitumen.

Level measurement with VEGAFLEX 66

VEGAFLEX 66, with a robust secured cable, is the ideal solution for this measuring task. The measurement is completely unaffected by buildup or emulsions and withstands the high temperatures of up to +190 °C. With the signal focussed around the cable, it makes it possible to guide the measurement through the narrow spaces between the heating coils right down to the tank floor.