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February 28, 2024 2 min read

WiPr-es: Wireless & Batteryless Pressure Monitoring

Author: ESCOM Pressure Monitoring Team

ESCOM-es’s WiPr-es offers an innovative pressure monitoring solution powered by renewable energy using wireless and battery-free technology in industrial applications.

WiPr-es: Pressure Monitoring

WiPr-es is designed to use a wireless and battery-free sensor node powered by renewable energy to monitor pressure in industrial applications. The system transmits data to the main controller via BLE, leading to a preventive, informative, and proactive early warning system aimed at reducing failures in industrial plants.

Key Features and Benefits

  • Wireless and Battery-Free: Eliminates the requirement of cables and battery replacements, lowering maintenance costs.
  • Renewable Energy: Uses piezoelectric generators to convert pressure differences into continuous operating energy.
  • Real-Time Monitoring: Provides continuous pressure data for instant anomaly detection.
  • Preventive Maintenance: Contributes to the early detection of potential failures, preventing unexpected interruptions.
  • Easy Integration: Compatible with various industrial systems.

Technical Specifications

  • Sampling Rate: 500 milliseconds
  • Processing Speed: 500 milliseconds to 5 seconds
  • Wireless Transmission: +8 dBm
  • Power Consumption: 30 - 60 microwatts
  • Energy Source: Piezoelectric Transducer
  • Installation: Easy on-site installation
  • Connection Sizes: 1/4” NPT, 3/8” NPT, 1/2” NPT, 3/4” NPT, 1” NPT, 1/4” BSP, 3/8” BSP, 1/2” BSP, 3/4” BSP, 1” BSP, Flange Ø 50-36, Flange Ø 65-45, Flange Ø 75-50, Flange Ø 90-60, Flange Ø 95-65, Flange Ø 105-75, Special
  • Data Transmission: BLE, Wi-Fi, Zigbee, LoRa, NB-IoT

Application Areas

WiPr-es is ideal for use in the following areas:

  • Power plants and maritime applications
  • Industrial engines requiring precise pressure monitoring
  • Environments where traditional sensors cannot be used due to harsh operating conditions or space constraints
  • Power Generation
  • Process Engineering
  • Plant Construction
  • Metal Processing
  • Cement Industry
  • Glass Industry
  • Waste Incineration

The Future of Industrial Monitoring

By adopting WiPr-es, industries can perform smarter, more efficient, and maintenance-free operations. These innovations increase operational efficiency and contribute to a more sustainable, environmentally friendly industrial environment.

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#Renewable Energy#IoT#Sustainability#Technology