RB Flowmeter Solutions for Mining & Metals

RB Flowmeter Solutions for Mining & Metals

For engineers in mining and metal processing, measurement isn't just about data—it's about survival in harsh environments. From remote fuel accounting to abrasive slurry management, 

RB Flowmeter provides the rugged reliability needed to turn operational bottlenecks into streamlined efficiency.
[Section 1] The Remote Fuel Challenge: Precise Accounting Anywhere
Mining activity often occurs in remote locations where fuel is as valuable as the minerals extracted.
• The Problem: Discrepancies in bulk fuel receiving and distribution between departments can cost millions.
• RB Flowmeter Solution: Our RBEF Series liquid flow systems, often paired with RBVF Vortex meters for steam-driven power plants, allow for rigorous inventory tracking.
• Advantage: High repeatability ensures that fuel received matches fuel transferred, even in extreme polar or remote environments.
[Section 2] Conquering Abrasives: Extending Sensor Life in Slurries
Hydrocyclones in mining process slurries with particles up to 1500 microns—a "sandpaper" effect that destroys standard meters.
• The Problem: Frequent sensor failure leads to expensive downtime and replacement costs.
• RB Flowmeter Solution: The RBHEF Series (Electromagnetic) features a rugged ceramic liner and tungsten carbide electrodes.
• Advantage: Superior abrasion resistance and advanced filtering technology separate signal from noise, ensuring stable flow control in the most brutal conditions.
[Section 3] Quality Control in Smelting: Real-Time Concentration Monitoring
Zinc smelting requires exact dosing of sodium hydroxide (NaOH) to maintain perfect pH levels.
The Problem: Manual density sampling is too slow; minor drifts in concentration can damage the entire production batch.
RB Flowmeter Solution: The RBCM Coriolis Mass Flow Meter monitors mass flow and density simultaneously.
Advantage: Since density directly correlates to concentration, the RBCM provides the real-time data needed for automatic, high-precision dilution control.