Four Data presents the MASLO PLUS: Optimised tank monitoring for enhanced performance and reliability
Tank monitoring is a major issue in modern industrial environments, where accurate management of liquid levels is essential to ensure business continuity. Four Data, a leader in the field of industrial tank monitoring and management, is once again responding to market needs with the launch of the MASLO PLUS. This new tank level sensor offers an optimised solution for accurately monitoring liquid volumes, preventing overflows and ensuring effective predictive maintenance.
With increasing demands on tank monitoring in sectors such as water resource management, petrochemicals and the food industry, the MASLO PLUS is positioned as a response to the need for performance, reliability and ergonomics.
Tank monitoring: why is it essential?
Tank monitoring is a critical activity for many industries. Whether it’s to avoid dangerous leaks, optimise raw material supply or maintain continuous production, having a reliable sensor like the MASLO PLUS means you can anticipate and prevent breakdowns. MASLO PLUS goes even further, providing complete traceability of liquid levels through automatic daily readings. This data can be accessed in real time via platforms such as DESK and SENS, facilitating optimised management of resources.
MASLO PLUS: a concentrate of innovations for tank monitoring
The MASLO PLUS marks a significant advance on its predecessor, the MASLO. It incorporates a series of improvements that make tank monitoring even more efficient and intuitive. Here’s an overview of the main innovations in this new model.
Simplified activation for hassle-free tank monitoring
One of the key issues raised by users of the MASLO model was sensor activation. To make this step more fluid, Four Data has replaced the magnet trigger system with a push button. This change considerably improves the ergonomics of the product, making activation more intuitive, especially in complex industrial environments where every gesture counts. At the touch of a button, the MASLO PLUS sensor is switched on, ready to monitor your tank with exemplary accuracy.
Reinforced sealing for extreme conditions
One of the challenges in tank monitoring is to ensure that the sensor is adequately protected against often hostile environments, such as high levels of humidity or extreme temperatures. The MASLO PLUS is designed to meet this challenge with optimised sealing. A new screwing system, combined with a gasket repositioned in a groove specifically designed to prevent twisting, enables the sensor to guarantee IP68 protection, essential for demanding industrial environments.
Compact design: easy integration even in confined spaces
With a height reduced to just 77 mm, the MASLO PLUS is one of the most compact sensors on the market. This reduction in size is ideal for installations where space is limited. Whether you’re monitoring tanks in hard-to-reach areas or need to integrate the sensor into existing installations, the MASLO PLUS adapts easily while maintaining optimum efficiency.
Optimised thermal tank monitoring thanks to a new finish
Tank monitoring in high-temperature environments can be a real challenge. That’s why Four Data has redesigned the aesthetics of the MASLO PLUS by introducing a new two-tone finish. The choice of a light blue cover is not just aesthetic: this colour has been selected for its ability to reduce heat absorption, ensuring better resistance to heat. This extends the sensor’s durability, even in environments with very high temperatures, making it more reliable when monitoring tanks containing liquids sensitive to temperature variations.
The main features of the MASLO model have been maintained to keep a perfect tank monitoring
Ultrasonic measurement technology
The ultrasonic measurement method used in the MASLO PLUS enables precise monitoring of liquid levels in tanks, with a measurement range of up to 3 metres. This level of accuracy is essential to ensure optimum stock management and avoid overflow or breakdowns due to low levels.
Network compatibility and long-distance communication
The MASLO PLUS is available in Sigfox and LoRa versions to meet the varied long-distance communication needs of industry. These communication technologies enable reliable data transmission over long distances, even in environments where connectivity is limited. This enhances the MASLO PLUS’ ability to operate in remote or hard-to-reach locations, while guaranteeing real-time monitoring.
Intuitive operating modes
Tank monitoring often requires immediate responsiveness. The MASLO PLUS allows users to switch easily between different operating modes, indicated by coloured LEDs. Each mode is designed for ease of monitoring, from initial set-up to data review.
- Blue LED: Indicates normal operating mode or start-up.
- Green LED: Used during installation to ensure correct measurement.
- Purple LED: This mode allows the number of daily readings to be changed.
- White LED: Indicates that the sensor is in standby mode.
These modes are essential for simple, effective tank monitoring, offering flexibility to meet the specific needs of each installation.
Simplified installation and easy maintenance
Installation of the MASLO PLUS is designed to be quick and easy. Thanks to its adaptable screw thread (three different diameters), it can be installed on a wide range of tanks, without the need for additional tools. What’s more, the sensor is powered by two AA batteries, providing a battery life of up to 5 years depending on operating conditions. When the batteries need changing, the operation is quick and easy, ensuring minimal interruption to tank monitoring.
Technical specifications tailored to monitoring industrial tanks
The specifications of the MASLO PLUS make it ideal for tank monitoring in demanding industrial environments:
- Height: 77 mm Diameter: 100 mm
- Measurement range: 18 cm to 3 meters
- Diffusion angle: less than 30° Protection: IP68
- Operating temperature: -20°C to 60°C
- Humidity: up to 95
These features ensure that the MASLO PLUS can operate in extreme conditions while maintaining optimum accuracy and reliability.
MASLO PLUS, an innovative solution for tank monitoring
Tank monitoring is a key element in managing resources and optimising industrial processes. With the MASLO PLUS, Four Data offers a sensor that meets the requirements of modern industrial environments. Thanks to its technical innovations, compact design and advanced features, the MASLO PLUS offers a complete solution for accurately monitoring liquid levels, preventing breakdowns and ensuring business continuity.
By adopting the MASLO PLUS, companies can increase efficiency, reduce maintenance costs and improve on-site safety, while ensuring reliable, continuous tank monitoring.