The Critical Role of Flow Measurement in Chemical Dosing
Chemical dosing represents one of the most challenging applications in flow measurement . Unlike bulk fluid transfer, dosing systems operate with three fundamental constraints: 1. Low Flow Rates : Often operating in milliliters per minute ranges 2. Demanding Accuracy Requirements : Typically ±1% or better for process control 3. Complex Fluid Characteristics : Corrosive, viscous, shear-sensitive, or non-conductive fluids The consequences of poor meter selection are substantial. Under-dosing can lead to process upsets, product quality issues, and non-compliance with environmental regulations. Over-dosing wastes expensive chemicals—a particularly critical concern with specialty additives costing hundreds of dollars per kilogram. Technology Deep Dive: Comparing Core Solutions # Electromagnetic Flow Meters : The Industry Workhorse How They Work Electromagnetic (mag) meters operate on Faraday's Law of electromagnetic induction . As conductive fluids pass through a magnetic field...