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Emerson Unveils World’s First Non-Contact Radar Level Transmitter Tailored for Food and Beverage Industries

Emerson Unveils Groundbreaking 1408H Level Transmitter with IO-Link Connectivity for Food and Beverage Industry Applications

Emerson has launched the Rosemount™ 1408H Level Transmitter, a revolutionary non-contacting radar device tailored specifically for the food and beverage industry. This advanced transmitter offers accurate and reliable level measurement, optimizing operations and ensuring food safety.

Key Features:

  • Dedicated design for hygienic applications
  • Fast sweep technology for precise measurements
  • Exceptional radar beam focusing
  • IO-Link communications for seamless integration

Benefits:

  • Enhanced efficiency and reduced product losses
  • Top-down installation minimizes leakage risk
  • Unaffected by process conditions
  • Suitable for small tanks and space-constrained skids

Innovative Technology:

  • Utilizes 80 GHz frequency modulated continuous wave technology
  • Fast sweep technology collects up to 40 times more information than legacy transmitters
  • Connectivity to IO-Link communication protocol for easy integration with automation systems

Recognition:

  • Winner of the 2021 Red Dot Award for product design

Melissa Stiegler, hygienic business director at Emerson’s Measurement Solutions business, emphasizes the transmitter’s adherence to strict safety standards in the food and beverage industry. The Rosemount 1408H ensures minimal contamination risk while delivering consistent, high-quality products.

With its innovative design and advanced features, the Rosemount 1408H sets a new standard for level measurement in hygienic applications.