Pressure / Diaphragm Switches

A diaphragm switch provides simple, low-cost, automatic level indication of free flowing dry materials such as grain, feed, seed and other granular or pelleted materials. It operates by sensing material pressing against the diaphragm and activating a visual or audible alarm to start or stop a process or alert to high, medium or low levels in bins. BinMaster offers models for hazardous and non-hazardous environments, internal or external mounting, and either neoprene or silicone diaphragm covers.

BinMaster Diaphragm Switch Brochure (1.0MB)

BM45 Standard

The BM45 is a pressure switch that provides simple, low cost point level control with proven, lasting reliability. It is designed for use in bins containing non-hazardous, free-flowing dry materials such as grain, feed, seed or other granular or pelleted materials. The BM45 operates by sensing material pressing against the diaphragm switch. When the switch is pressed, it activates a sensitive micro-switch that can be wired to a visual (light) or audible (horn or bell) alarm to start or stop a process or alert to high, medium or low levels in bins. 

BM65 Hazardous Location

The BM65 offers UL Class II, Groups E,F & G explosion-proof certification and can be used in environments where there is a risk of combustible dust. It provides automatic point level indication of free-flowing dry materials and can be installed to detect high, intermediate and low levels. It provides an audible or visual alert when attached to a horn, siren or light. It features simple, rugged construction and long lasting durability.

Point Level Alarm Panel

The Point Level Alarm Panel is designed to monitor bin levels and automatically alarm when levels change – such as reaching a high or low status. The alarm panel is available with four to 24 level indicator stations making it convenient to read status from multiple bins from a single panel. It can be connected to an external horn or common alarm to provide an alert status throughout a facility.

BinMaster Alarm Panel (568kB)

Capacitance Probes

PROCAP capacitance probes offer interference-free, fail-safe operation and “Quick-Set” calibration. Working far below the RF level of 9 KHz at 6 KHz – PROCAP will not interfere with two-way radios or other equipment operating in the radio spectrum. Optional Class I and II hazard-ous location ratings, remote electronics and Ḁush-mount designs combined with a wide assortment of probes and exten-sions make these capacitance probes appropriate for a variety of challenging applications in solid, liquid and slurry materials.

BinMaster PROCAP Brochure (689kB)

PROCAP I & II

PROCAP I & II capacitance probes offer interference-free, fail-safe operation & "Quick-Set" calibration. BinMaster’s capacitance sensors are used for high and low level detection in bins, silos, tanks, hoppers, chutes and other vessels used for material storage or process manufacturing. BinMaster PROCAP I & II capacitance probes provide interference-free operation – working far below the RF level of 9 KHz at just 6 KHz. – and will not interfere with two-way radios or other equipment operating in the radio spectrum. Class II hazardous location ratings and a wide assortment of probes and extensions make these capacitance probes appropriate for a variety of solid, liquid and slurry materials.

PROCAP IX & IIX

PROCAP IX & IIX capacitance sensors are designed for use in hazardous locations, featuring CSA Class I, Groups C & D and Class II, Groups E,F & G ratings. They are suitable for challenging environments where there is a risk of explosion, detecting high and low levels in bins, silos, tanks, hoppers, chutes and other vessels used for volatile material storage or process manufacturing. These intrinsically safe capacitance probes provide interference-free operation – working far below the RF level of 9 KHz at just 6 KHz. – and will not interfere with two-way radios or other equipment operating in the radio spectrum.

PROCAP I 3-A & II 3-A

The PROCAP I 3-A & II 3-A meet rigorous USDA, FDA and 3-A material and design standards for sanitary food and dairy processing. They can be used for high and low level detection in bins, silos, tanks, hoppers, chutes and other vessels used for the storage or manufacture of food or dairy products. They operate by detecting the presence or absence of material in contact with the probe by sensing minute changes (as low as 0.5 pF) in capacitance caused by the difference in the dielectric constant of the material versus the air. They feature a Class II hazardous location rating and are available with a wide assortment of probes and extensions to meet a variety of processing needs.

PROCAP I-FL & II-FL

The PROCAP I-FL & II-FL offer “no probe intrusion” and are designed for space constrained areas or applications where material flow or bridging may damage a standard probe. It can be mounted on a bin wall, conveyor housing or a chute. The face of the bottom of the FL serves as the capacitance sensor which features Pro-Shield compensation for material build up and an adjustable time delay of up to 30 seconds to ensure accurate readings. The screw-cap enclosure offers easy access to components, which is especially handy in space-constrained installations.

PRO REMOTE

The Pro Remote capacitance sensor features remote electronics located in a housing that is separated from the probe making it suitable for high temperature, high vibration, or hazardous environments. It is CSA Class II listed and allows for the electronics to be installed up to 75 feet from the sensing probe and the hostile conditions, depending on the required sensitivity. It offers simple, "Quick-Set" calibration and adjustable sensitivity to less than one picofarad, making it highly reliable in a variety of powders, solids, liquids and slurries.

PRO AUTO-CAL

Pro Auto-Cal offers simple and automatic calibration and external testing without having to remove the cover of the unit. Calibration takes just seconds and is performed with the use of a special magnet. This unit also allows for the simulation of either a covered or uncovered condition without accessing the probe assembly or the electronics. A visual LED on the top of the housing indicates sensor status, while temperature-stable calibration and an adjustable time delay of up to 10 seconds allows for settling of material to ensure the most accurate readings.

COMPACT PRO

Compact Pro is a compact capacitance probe for reliable level measurement and plugged chute detection for liquid, powder, granular, and pelleted materials. This probe is designed for tight spaces where proximity switches will not work and is appropriate for use in tanks, bins, silos, chutes, conveyors, pipes and load out hoppers. It features four levels of static discharge protection, which is important for pneumatically conveyed materials.

Point Level Alarm Panel

The Point Level Alarm Panel is designed to monitor bin levels and automatically alarm when levels change – such as reaching a high or low status. The alarm panel is available with four to 24 level indicator stations making it convenient to read status from multiple bins from a single panel. It can be connected to an external horn or common alarm to provide an alert status throughout a facility.

BinMaster Alarm Panel (568kB)

Vibrating Rods

With a unique single-rod probe design and a sword-shaped blade that prevents bridging of material, BinMaster vibrating rods are superior to typical “tuning fork” designs by allowing material to easily Ḁow by, preventing build up on the blade. BinMaster’s standard 7-inch piezoelectric driven vibration type point level switch is suitable for both top and side mount applications, while rigid extended models can be custom built up to 13 feet of either galvanized or stainless steel, dependent on the application.

BinMaster Vibrating Rod Brochure (272kB)

VR-21 Standard 7-Inch Rod

The VR-21 is BinMaster’s standard piezoelectric driven vibration type point level switch, which has an insertion length of 7.37 inches. Its unique single-rod probe design with a sword-shaped blade prevents bridging of material, making it superior to typical “tuning fork” designs by allowing material to easily flow by, preventing build up on the blade. It is suitable for both top and side mount applications and is ideal for a wide variety of dry and bulk powder materials including extremely light, fluffy materials.

VR-41 Rigid Extended Rod

The VR-41 is designed for use with a variety of heavy, medium and light materials including extremely light, fluffy materials. Intended for top mount locations, it is available in lengths from 13 inches up to 13 feet. A rigid one-inch pipe extension is available in galvanized or stainless steel dependent on the material application. The VR-41 is custom-manufactured at BinMaster’s factory to meet customer specifications.

VR-51 Flexible Extended Rod

The VR-51 extended vibrating rod uses a steel-rope reinforced cable and allows for insertion lengths from 19 inches up to 19 feet. This vibrating rod with a flexible extension is custom manufactured to the desired length specification at the BinMaster factory. The VR-51 is intended for top mount applications and can be used to detect materials that are heavy, medium or light weight including those which are extremely light and fluffy.

CVR-600 Mini Rod

The CVR-600 is a compact vibrating rod that is ideal for small bins, hoppers, and feeders. Featuring an overall insertion length of just six inches, it is suitable for space-constrained applications. It can be mounted on the top or side of the bin for high, medium and low level indications. It is easy to install, fitting through a standard one-inch NPT mounting socket and can be used in process temperatures up to 300ºF.

SHT 120/140 High Temperature Rod

The SHT or Super High Temperature vibrating rod series is built specifically for higher process temperatures up to 482°F (250°C). It features a standard insulation tube that insulates the electronics from excessive heat. It has a standard insertion length of 7.24 inches for both top and side mount applications. It can be extended from 13 inches up to 13 feet using a rigid pipe extension for top mount applications where extra length is desired.

Point Level Alarm Panel

The Point Level Alarm Panel is designed to monitor bin levels and automatically alarm when levels change – such as reaching a high or low status. The alarm panel is available with four to 24 level indicator stations making it convenient to read status from multiple bins from a single panel. It can be connected to an external horn or common alarm to provide an alert status throughout a facility.

BinMaster Alarm Panel (568kB)

SmartBob Continuous

BinMaster SmartBob2 Brochure (880kB)

BinMaster SmartBob-TS1 Brochure (862kB)

SmartBob2 Remote

The SmartBob2 remote is the core component of a proven, reliable level measurement system using cable-based sensoring technology. When combined with its powerful Windows-based eBob software program and remote push-button control consoles, SmartBob2 offers the strongest and smartest cable-based inventory measurement system on the market today – with the ability to manage from one up to 128 bins of heights up to 180 feet.

SmartBob-TS1

The SmartBob-TS1 sensor is an economical and compact inventory tracking system that has been designed to measure solids, powders, liquids or slurries in smaller bins, tanks and silos. The compact, yet rugged design can be mounted on angled or flat roofs and can be used in vessels up to 40 feet tall. Accessories include a variety of mounting flanges to accommodate from 0° and 40° roof angles, pipe extensions to provide cable protection, a selection of probes suitable for a variety of materials, and a gearbox motor heater for when operating temperatures fall below 32°.

BinView® Web-Based Bin Monitoring

BinView is a Web-Based monitoring solution for bins, tanks and silos that enables remote wireless inventory management of stored material. The core components of the solution are SmartBob2 or SmartBob-TS1 sensors mounted on the bins, a wireless or wired data communications network, a gateway to provide connectivity to a personal computer or IP network, and data collection software that can be accessed by any computer that has a connection to the Internet.

eBob Inventory Management Software

eBob Inventory Management Software is designed to help users gather real-time inventory data from storage bins. The eBob program works in conjunction with BinMaster SmartBob2 remote level sensors to provide measurement data to a personal computer. This bin measurement monitoring solution collects data from up to 100 vessels and allows for data to be viewed via LAN network connections by authorized users. eBob software generates reports that can be used to increase operational efficiency and provide valuable real-time and historical data used for effective decision making.

SmartBob Control Console

The SmartBob2 console – C-100 – is the easiest way to remotely initiate and view measurements from multiple SmartBob2 sensors. This compact, manually-operated console provides fast measurement readings from one up to 128 SmartBob remotes at a single location … with the push of a button. The SmartBob consolecan be used alone or integrated into a network using eBob software. It provides basic, local control and monitoring of a single SmartBob remote or a network of up to 128 SmartBob remotes at a networked site.

SmartBob Analog Expansion Console

The C-50 Analog Expansion Console interfaces with the C-100 SmartBob Control Console to provide multiple 4-20mA outputs, enabling monitoring of multiple bins equipped with SmartBob2 or SmartBob TS-1 sensors from a single C-100 SmartBob Console. The C-50 Analog Expansion Console connects to the C-100 SmartBob Console via a dedicated RS-485 cable. Then, the C-100 SmartBob Console is connected via a daisy chained RS-485 network to monitor from 1 to 120 SmartBob sensors.

Remote Start Unit (RSU)

The RSU serves as a simple interface between a single SmartBob remote and a program logic controller (PLC) or distributed control system (DCS) allowing the PLC or DCS to initiate a measurement and retrieve data. The RSU also provides a remote display and can be used to initiate a manual or timed measurement. The measurement on the screen is displayed in distance to product, height of product, and percent of product in the storage vessel in English or metric units.

SmartBob MUCM

The SmartBob2 Momentum Universal Communication Module (MUCM) enables the operator to tie SmartBob2 remotes into an existing control system is used when performing communication translations between serial protocols. The MUCM has a pre-loaded SmartBob2 application that has been compiled and downloaded into its Flash memory. The standard SmartBob2 MUCM allows a Modbus serial master to gather data from up to 32 BinMaster SmartBob2 remotes. The MUCM is easy to program and eliminates the need for analog input and output cards.

SmartBob Wireless Transceiver

BinMaster's wireless transceiver eliminates the need for running long spans of communication cable between SmartBob remotes mounted high on the top of bins and the control source on the ground... whether it be a PC, an SBC-1000 control console, or a Remote Start Unit. It provides for two-way data communication and enables installations at challenging sites where running extensive cabling is expensive and unfeasible.

SmartBob2 High Temperature Remote

The SmartBob2 high temperature remote is for applications where the process temperature is between 240°F and 500°F. The high temperature model is configured with additional components that when installed properly, will safely operate in temperatures up to 500°F. A stainless steel standpipe is used to extend the remote away from the heat source and a stainless steel pipe extension fitted with a Teflon cable guide keeps the sensor probe out of the standpipe and level with the top of the bin. A standard air purge nipple allows a small amount of air to circulate through the mechanical cavity of the remote, helping it maintain an acceptable operating temperature.