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Measurement and control

LDsTRC

The LDsTRC system measures and monitors, 24 hours a day, the concentration in ppb (parts per billion) of tracers, i.e. fluorescent dyes, in industrial water systems, and controls dosing pumps, solenoid valves or alarms according to the measured value.

  • Up to 300 ppb
  • High-reliability fluorimeter
  • Minimal maintenance
  • In-line installation
LDsTRC controller
LDsTRC
ETRC2 fluorimeter for tracers
Fluorimeter
300ppbFull scale
1ppbSensitivity
24/7Monitoring
In-lineInstallation
How it works

Verification of dosing by means of tracers

1

Fluorimeter

The fluorimeter continuously measures the tracer concentration in the water, with high reliability, high performance and minimal maintenance.

The fluorimeter →
2

In-line

The fluorimeter is installed in an in-line probe holder, directly on the pipe.

Probe holders →
3

Output control

According to the set point, the controller activates one or more dosing pumps, a solenoid valve, an alarm or other equipment.

Technical data

Probe data sheet

Value
RangeUp to 300 ppb
Sensitivity1 ppb
MeasurementOptical (fluorimeter)
PositionIn-line
ApplicationsIndustrial process water

Probe data sheets

Tracer probe
ETRC2
Measuring range0 – 300 ppb of PTSA
Error± 1 ppb or 5% of reading
Sensitivity1 ppb
Linearity0.99 r²
Signal sourceLED
DetectionPhotodiode
Response time5 seconds
Sample pressure100 psi (approx. 7 bar)
Sample temperature4 – 40 °C
Ambient temperature4 – 49 °C
Output4-20 mA and RS-485 Modbus RTU
Power supply24 VDC (± 2 V), 65 mA
BodyPVC
Controller

The controller

It acquires the measurement from the probe and drives the dosing pump in proportion to the value detected. It is supplied pre-assembled on a panel, ready for connection.

Colour display

Multicolour backlit display that indicates the different operating states by changing colour. Programming via a single knob.

Four modes

Proportional, ON/OFF, PWM and PID dosing, with delayed dosing start.

Data storage

Permanent data storage and a system log viewable on the display; the internal log can be exported to a USB memory stick for processing with a spreadsheet.

Alarms

Chemical level, no flow, maximum dosing time exceeded, probe failure, out-of-range reading; acoustic or visual signalling via the alarm output.

The dosing pump, with flow rate and back-pressure defined at the time of ordering, is connected to the pulse output (and/or 0-4/20 mA) and operates in proportional or ON/OFF mode. A pre-calibrated injection valve and a magnetic level probe with coaxial foot filter, which stops the pump when the chemical runs out, are supplied as standard.

Colour display

Colour-coded status indication

By changing colour, the controller’s backlit display indicates the different operating states, which can be recognised even from a distance.

Display Normal operation

Normal operation

Measurement and dosing according to the set parameters.

Display Stand-by

Stand-by

Controller in stand-by.

Display Warning

Warning

Warning signal, for example the chemical level.

Display Alarm

Alarm

Alarm signal, for example from the probe.

Settings from the display

LDsTRC display: set point setting
Proportional mode: 180 pulses per minute at 50 ppb, pump stopped at 100 ppb
Data sheet

Controller data sheet

Inputs, outputs, control modes and alarms of the controller.

Inputs

  • Measuring probe
  • Temperature
  • Flow sensor
  • Chemical level
  • Pulse-output water meter or mA signal

Outputs

  • 1 proportional dosing pump
  • 1 digital output
  • 2 proportional 0-4/20 mA outputs

Control

  • Proportional
  • ON/OFF
  • PWM
  • PID
  • Delayed start

Alarms

  • Chemical level
  • No flow
  • Maximum dosing time
  • Probe failure
  • Out-of-range reading

Power supply

  • 230 VAC
  • 12 – 24 VDC
Remote control

System remote control

The controllers can be remotely controlled bidirectionally (read and write) from the web portal, from PC, tablet and smartphone: viewing of measurements, modification of set points, dosing and alarms, receipt of alarms and download of logs. Alternatively, integration into your PLC via Modbus is possible.

NIMBUS web portal for remote control of the systems

Ethernet Optional, one of these

Connection to the web portal via network cable: measurements, set points, dosing and alarms accessible from PC, tablet and smartphone.

Wi-Fi Optional, one of these

Wireless connection to the web portal, with the same functions as the cable connection.

4G Optional, one of these

Connection via the cellular network for installations without a local network, with alarm notification by SMS or e-mail.

Modbus RTU Standard (standard models), optional (PLUS)

Integration into your PLC via serial port.

0-4/20 mA output Standard (PLUS), optional (standard models)

Current signal proportional to the measured value, for remote monitoring or for controlling pumps and other instrumentation.

One communication type at a time: Ethernet, Wi-Fi, 4G or Modbus RTU (built into the standard versions, optional on the PLUS versions). 4/20 mA outputs and meter input standard on the PLUS versions, optional on the standard versions.

The NIMBUS portal

A single account brings together all registered installations, each with its own devices: the web portal, free of charge and with no subscription, can be accessed from PC, Mac, tablet and smartphone and allows every parameter to be both viewed and changed, with an encrypted connection and protected access.

The NIMBUS portal on monitor, laptop, tablet and smartphone

Overview

On a single screen: probe readings, chemical levels, pump activation thresholds and active alarms, with the status of installations and devices (normal, warning, alarm, standby, not connected).

Installation map

Installations appear on an interactive map with their status and open with a click; for each one, the local weather conditions and temperature are also shown.

History and charts

Archive of measurements and alarms, available for consultation at any time with charts and numerical reports exportable in Excel format.

Alarms and notifications

Alarm thresholds for readings, dosing, faulty probe and out-of-range readings, with notification by e-mail or SMS depending on the communication system; a warning is also issued when an installation remains disconnected beyond the set time.

Set points and dosing

Remote modification of the set points, of the dosing pump activation thresholds and of the corresponding hourly flow rate.

Inputs and outputs

Status of relays, pulse outputs, digital inputs and current outputs, with the name assigned to each connection.

Maintenance calendar

Tasks are scheduled by installation or by device and assigned to technicians; a reminder is sent by e-mail two days before the due date. Each task is shown as scheduled, due, overdue or completed.

Team and permissions

The main account has full access and creates the technicians’ accounts, each enabled only for the assigned installations and devices; the last login and activity of each technician are visible.

Reports and activity log

Reports on devices, tasks and technicians, downloadable in PDF or CSV with the customer’s logo; the log keeps the history of operations and disconnections.

Customisation

Logo, main colour and light or dark theme; the tiles on the main screen can be rearranged by dragging them. Two installations can be displayed side by side for comparison.

Guided registration

Each device is added through a guided procedure: the model is recognised automatically and associated with the installation, together with the technician to be contacted.

PLC integration

As an alternative to the portal, the Modbus RTU or TCP/IP port allows integration into the plant supervision system.

NIMBUS portal: Real-time readings, counters and timers
Real-time readings, counters and timers
NIMBUS portal: Free chlorine and temperature trends
Free chlorine and temperature trends
NIMBUS portal: Set point and operating mode of each channel
Set point and operating mode of each channel
NIMBUS portal: Status of relays, pulses, inputs and mA outputs
Status of relays, pulses, inputs and mA outputs
Optional extras

Optional accessories

Accessories available on request to adapt the system to the requirements of the installation.

Tank

Tank

PE tanks for the chemical, with safety bund.

Details →
Pulse-output water meter

Pulse-output water meter

Enables dosing proportional to the volume of water actually treated.

Details →
Flow sensor

Flow sensor

Installed on the pump delivery line, it verifies that dosing actually takes place.

Details →
Injection lance

Injection lance

Injects the chemical into the centre of the pipe.

Details →
Solenoid valve

Solenoid valve

Operated by the controller according to the measured value.

Technical consultancy

Tell us the tracer used and the characteristics of the circuit: we will propose the most suitable installation, pumps and accessories.

Contact

Tell us about your plant

Call or write to us: a technician will reply with a tailored proposal of controllers, pumps, probes and accessories.

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