By integrating flow meters with advanced digital monitoring platforms, you can leverage predictive maintenance and automated alerts – minimising downtime and ensuring uninterrupted process performance.
Flow Meters
With decades of experience in the flow measurement industry, iCenta Controls is a trusted name in providing high-quality and accuracy flow meters and flow sensors for a wide range of applications. Unlike many distributors, we don’t just supply flow meters – we manufacture them too at Metri Measurements. This allows us to offer both off-the-shelf solutions from leading global manufacturers and custom flow measurement systems tailored to your specific requirements.Â
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What is a Flow Meter?
Flow meters are measurement instruments , typically used to measure the flow of liquids and gases within a system, process. These devices play a crucial role in various industries, from industrial processing and water treatment to medical, laboratory, and aerospace applications.
How Do Flow Meters Work?
​Flow meters determine the rate at which a fluid moves through a pipe or conduit, typically by measuring the pressure, velocity, mass or volume of the flow. This information can be used to regulate the flow, measure total volume of liquid or gas, or monitor the health of a system.
Flow meters are available in a variety of sizes, designs and technologies, each tailored to specific applications and fluid types. Whether measuring water, fuel, chemicals, steam, or gases, selecting the right flow meter ensures optimal performance and accuracy. They have become indispensable across industries by delivering precise and reliable flow measurements.
Flow Meters from iCenta Controls
Flow meters and flow sensors are essential for accurately measuring liquid, gas, and steam flow in industrial, aerospace, automotive, commercial, chemical, food & beverage research environmental applications.
At ​iCenta Controls, we are specialists in Flow Meter and Level Sensor technology and have an extensive product portfoli.
We offer a guidance on the correct selection, installation and commissioning support on a comprehensive range of high-performance flow measurement technology, designed to meet the needs of various industries. Whichever product or manufacturer you choose from iCenta Controls you will be sure to receive the correct measurement solution for diverse applications, fluid types and process conditions.
Our advanced flow measurement solutions provide precision, reliability, and long-term performance.
Not sure which flow meter is right for your project? Check out our flow meter selection guide or contact our experts for personalised advice and support with your application.
Why are Flow Meters Important?
Flow instruments have become an essential part of many industries, due to their ability to provide real-time, accurate, and reliable measurements. They are used to:
- Monitor and regulate fluid flow in industrial processes to maintain efficiency and safety.
- Measure total volume of liquids or gases for billing, inventory, or compliance purposes.
- Optimise system performance by detecting leaks, pressure drops, or flow irregularities.
- Improve energy efficiency in heating, cooling, and fuel systems.
- Ensure precise dosing and mixing in chemical, pharmaceutical, and food production.
With advancements in technology, modern flow guages now come equipped with digital displays, remote monitoring capabilities, and automated data logging, making them more efficient and user-friendly than ever.
What are the Different Types of Flow Meters?
At iCenta Controls, we offer a range of flow meters, each designed to meet specific needs across various industries. Our most popular types include:
- Turbine Flow Meters: Utilise a rotating turbine wheel to measure the flow rate, ideal for clean liquids and gases.
- Electromagnetic Flow Meters: Perfect for measuring conductive liquids, using electromagnetic induction for highly accurate flow measurement.
- Ultrasonic Flow Meters: Employ sound waves to measure flow without coming into contact with the fluid, making them suitable for both liquids and gases.
- Coriolis Mass Flow Meters: Directly measure mass flow and density based on the Coriolis effect, providing high precision for critical applications.
- Positive Displacement Flow Meters: Capture fixed volumes of fluid and count the number of displacements, ideal for accurate measurement of low-flow rates.
In What Industries are Flow Meters Used?
A great example of where flow meter applications can be used, is in the industrial sector, where they ensure accurate and reliable flow measurements of liquids, gases and steam to maintain the quality of a final product. Flow meters play a critical role in various industrial processes including energy production, chemical production, food and beverage processing, and water treatment.
To learn more about how iCenta Controls’ flow meters have been successfully implemented across industries, explore our case studies section by clicking the link below.
How Can Flow Meters Benefit Your Business?
Flow meters offer real-time data on key metrics such as flow rate, totalised flow (consumption), and temperature allowing operators to efficiently monitor and control processes. By accurately measuring the volume of material used, flow meters help organisations optimise operations, reduce waste, and improve overall efficiency whilst maintaining quality.
Need Advice?
iCenta is an instrumentation and control solution specialist with experience in control technologies for diverse applications, fluid types and process conditions. Call iCenta now for advice, sales & technical information on 01722 442 307