Solution
Solution
Marine Fuel Tank
Industry：shipProblem:
・Conventional portable sounding measured up to the foam layer, causing a discrepancy with the actual liquid surface.
・Foam adhering to the tape made accurate reading difficult.
・Accumulated measurement errors led to significant annual losses.
Result:
・Measurement accuracy improved, increasing the reliability of quantity management.
・Helped reduce the ongoing losses that had been occurring.
▼About Smart Sounding Scale “Honesty” (Tank Sounding)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=64-2wTQrU18
SEMCO
SEMCO
Customer
Customer
セムコへご相談
Consult with Semco
The customer consulted us about introducing a portable tank sounding solution that could measure accurately even with foam on the liquid surface.
They had previously requested development from another company, but the result did not sufficiently meet their needs, and they consulted us about the feasibility.
ヒアリング
Hearing
During fuel loading—particularly in operations around Singapore—cappuccino-like foam sometimes formed on the liquid surface.
With conventional portable sounding, foam adhered to the tape and was measured as part of the liquid surface, causing discrepancies with the actual level.
These accumulated measurement errors were leading to significant annual losses.
ソリューション選定
Solution selection
Developed a portable sounding device with an ultrasonic sensor integrated at the tip of the measuring tape.
It is less affected by foam and can accurately detect the actual liquid surface.
ソリューション検討・評価
Solution review & evaluation
・Even in conditions with cappuccino-like foam, the liquid surface can be measured accurately.
・Improved measurement accuracy increases the reliability of quantity management.
・Reduced measurement time contributes to improved work efficiency.
製造
Manufacturing
We selected sensors that perform stably even with high-viscosity liquids such as heavy oil.
At the same time, we pursued weight reduction and optimized the mechanism for smooth insertion into the tank, refining the product into a specification that is easy to handle on-site.
納品
Delivery
Based on feedback from crew members who actually use the device, we made continuous improvements to enhance operability and reliability.
As a result of pursuing on-site usability, the product has reached its current refined form.
Products used in this case study
Case Study Products
Smart Sounding Scale
"Honesty"
Equipped with a liquid contact sensor at the tip, making le…
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