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Excessive product usage detection using a level monitoring system

US7423541B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 9, 2005
Grant dateSep 9, 2008
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Expiry dateAug 9, 2025

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB67D2007/329
  • WIPO fieldHandling
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A system for detecting excessive usage of product in a storage tank is provided. The system comprises a monitor and a data center. The monitor is operatively coupled to the tank for monitoring a level of product stored therein. The data center is in communication with the monitor. The data center generates an alarm signal when excessive product usage has been detected.

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