Excessive product usage detection using a level monitoring system
US7423541B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 9, 2005 |
| Grant date | Sep 9, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 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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