Inventory Monitoring in Grain Bins

Accurate grain level information is essential for a complete overview of inventory, optimizing logistics, and facilitating planning. It ensures efficient storage, prevents safety hazards, and preserves grain quality.
Our product range includes physical level monitoring devices such as CLM Radar and Bob, as well as advanced data computing for precise level tracking in our AgroLog Manager software.

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Inventory from temperature

Thanks to our advanced grain inventory monitoring, AgroLog Manager accurately determines grain levels in silos using data from our temperature sensor cables. The software analyzes the temperature readings to distinguish between grain and empty space, providing precise measurements for effective inventory management.

Key functions:

  • Temperature sensor data is used to determine which sensors are above and below grain using our advanced AI algorithm.

  • Gliding angle, grain type, and sensor position are used to reconstruct the 3D surface of grain and level. Providing precise measurements for inventory control.

  • AgroLog Manager seamlessly displays grain level, surface, volume and weight, ensuring real-time updates and accurate inventory records.

Technical specifications:

  • Reaction time: 12 to 24 hours [1]

  • Accuracy: better than 100% / temperature sensor count in bin [1]

  • [1]: Applies to most environments: concrete silos not included

Valuable and Visual Inventory Data

AgroLog Manager is designed to optimize grain inventory management with advanced visualization tools for grain bin storage. It enables informed decision-making for efficient storage management. Key features include:

  • Intuitive Data Visualization: informative display of volume, crop capacity, and level information.

  • Weight Estimation: weight information based on density for better inventory management.

  • Historical overview: historical grain levels for record-keeping and traceability.

  • Alarm system: set alarm thresholds to prevent overfilling, detect leaks, and monitor usage.

 Crop Level Measurement Bob

crop level measurement

The Crop Level Measurement (CLM) system integrates with AgroLog Manager software for real-time crop level monitoring and efficient management. CLM utilizes the Bob method to measure accurate data on crop capacity, weight, and level inside silos. This streamlines workflows, enhances storage operations, and enables informed inventory decisions. Sensors positioned at the center provide precise crop level measurements, preventing overfilling and facilitating efficient inventory management.

The data collected by the sensor is visible through the software, where you have an overview of the crop capacity, the crop weight, and other relevant details. The CLM allows for efficient inventory management by displaying the precise amount of grain in bins in real-time.

The key functions and benefits are

  • Real-time information about the silo capacity and the level of the crops 

  • Robust system with little maintenance

  • BOB method with non-digital sensor-based technology for trouble-free monitoring

  • ATEX -approved and certified

Technical specifications

  • Measurement range: 0-30m

  • Power supply: 115V or 230V

  • Signal output: 4-20mA

  • Approvals: ATEX, UKEX, FM CI. II, III Div. 1, TR-CU

  • Process connection: DN100 Flange

 Crop Level Measurement Radar

Continuous grain level monitoring utilizing radar technology revolutionizes grain storage management by offering modern, efficient, and safer operations. With real-time data on grain levels, this method enables timely decision-making, optimizing inventory management and maximizing financial returns.

Technical specifications

  • Measurement type: single-point measurement. The cone shape is computed by our AgroLog Manager

  • Measure medium: Grain

  • Measuring range: 0-40m

  • Measurement accuracy: ±2mm

  • Power supply: 220v

  • Signal output: RS485 / Modbus

  • Antenna: Lens antenna

  • Protection class: IP67

  • Process Connection: DN100 multidirection flange

The Crop Level Measurement Radar ensures continuous monitoring of grain level in a bin, proving several advantages:

  • Real-Time Data: Continuous monitoring allows for immediate detection of changes in grain level, indicating potential issues like blockages, leaks, or unexpected usage.

  • Efficient Inventory Management: Knowing the exact amount of grain in a bin helps with planning sales, purchases, and distribution, as well as financial reporting and forecasting.

  • Safety: Remote monitoring reduces the risks associated with manual grain level checks, such as falls or engulfment, making it safer for workers.

  • Prevent Overfilling: Real-time monitoring provides alerts when grain levels approach capacity, preventing spills, wasted grain, and damage to the bin structure.

  • Perfect for dusty environments: With FMCW technology and a high-frequency bandwidth, this radar system maintains strong penetrating power, impervious to temperature, dust, or steam interference.

  • Quality Control: Coupling level monitoring with other measurements like temperature and moisture ensures a comprehensive understanding of the grain's condition, preventing spoilage and maintaining grain quality.

Crop Level Monitoring in AgroLog Manager

AgroLog Manager software users gain real-time access to and utilization of crop level data collected by sensors, in addition to other relevant information.

  • Intuitive data visualization in AgroLog Manager software for easy interpretation of crop capacity, weight, and level information.

  • Real-time monitoring detects changes in crop levels instantly, enabling prompt attention to issues and storage management adjustments.

  • Efficient inventory management with accurate data for tracking, planning, and optimizing storage space utilization.

  • Data analysis in AgroLog Manager software provides insights into crop storage performance over time.

  • Seamless workflow integration between CLM system and AgroLog Manager software for unified access to crop level data and streamlined operations.

Maintain superior control and gain valuable insights into your grain storage operations with the CLM and AgroLog Manager.

SENSOR FUSION

Beyond traditional monitoring

Traditional methods can struggle in challenging conditions.
Our Sensor Fusion technology addresses these shortcomings by leveraging the strengths of both temperature data and dedicated level hardware.

  • Level data from temperatures is enhanced by our CLM Radar or Bob devices, combining the power of software with robust hardware.

  • The Sensor Fusion method provides unparalleled accuracy and consistent performance, regardless of varying conditions in the silo or the number of cables.

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