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Neutron Backscatter Study

Measure level and interfaces in vessels and storage tanks
Monitor fouling deposits
Identify plugs and vapor pockets in piping
Measure froth heights in tower downcomers
Measure liquid levels on tower distributors/chimney trays
Detect interface/emulsion band in separators
Identify liquid levels in reboilers/heat exchangers

Vapor

Foam

Vapor
Organic

Organic
Water
Deposition
Water

Deposition
Typical response

A TruTec Neutron Backscatter measurement is used to trouble-shoot or optimize on-line processes. It can measure liquid levels, vapor
pockets, fouling, or interfaces between different phases by detecting differences in hydrogen concentration. This system is an extremely
efficient method of verifying liquid levels in pressure vessels, determining froth heights in downcomers, identifying plugs in piping, or sludge
levels inside tanks.

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Neutron Measurement on a Polymer Line

A neutron source emits neutron particles which pass readily
through insulation and carbon steel to measure process

Do you have fouling or sludge material build-up in

your relief valve system or process piping?
Piping Measurements

material within a range of 4 - 6 inches. The neutron particles

The neutron

are moderated (scattered) by Hydrogen nuclei, and measured

measurement can

by a detector that adjoins the neutron source, illustrated in the

be used to quickly

figure shown below.

identify flow
restrictions in
piping, or vapor
pockets that may
be contributing to
pump problems. Several rubber and polymer plants require
routine neutron surveys of all their relief piping in the plant, to
assure that no dangerous deposits exist that would result in
undesirable back pressures or flow restrictions.
Neutron measurements are very complementary to our
TRU-SCAN technology results. Froth height or level information

Do you have problems with your tank inventory?

Tank and Pressure Vessel Measurements

provided by our neutron system can be invaluable for identifying

design problems or restricted liquid traffic due to downcomer
blockages. This system is light, compact and portable, therefore

The Neutron Backscatter system is frequently used to verify

its range of application is not limited by set-up requirements. If

level indication devices, detect fouling deposits on tank or

you would like to learn more or if you have a problem that

pressure vessel walls, and to inventory vessels where more than

appears to be suitable for investigation please contact a

one material is present.

Technical Advisor in your area. Additional information is

provided on our website at www.tracerco.com.

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