The use of blower air (aeration flow) in a Municipal Waste Water Treatment Plant, is necessary to oxygenate the aeration basins in order to assist in the process of breaking down municipal waste. A dissolved oxygen meter (DO meter) has a primary signal, which detects and assures that conditions are optimal for bacterial growth. Whereas, the oxygen in air flow maintains the environment responsible for breaking down raw sewage. By controlling the aeration process, energy consumption can be reduced by as much as 25%. Accurate measurement is critical to achieving this goal.

Sage Thermal Mass Flow Meters are ideal for monitoring the main blower air header as well as the branches leading to the aeration basin. In larger systems, even the drop lines can be monitored. By monitoring the air mass flow and feeding back the data to a blower control system, the proper DO level is achieved. This results in optimal bio-chemical reaction; hence, more effective sludge breakdown, as well as better odor control. Equally important, effective control of the blowers can reduce energy costs by as much as 25% (in contrast to manually adjusting the blowers, or at some older plants, leaving the blowers on permanently). The fast response time, ease-of-installation, and low pressure drop of the Sage TMFM offer an ideal solution to Waste Water control.

Compressed air generally uses more electricity than any other type of equipment, and accounts for as much as 1/3 of the Energy Usage in an Industrial facility. Insertion Style Thermal Mass Flow Meters help identify leaks in compressor systems, track overall usage to improve plant efficiency, and help departments reduce consumption. This often results in savings of thousands of dollars per month in large industrial applications. For instance, the Compressed Air Flow Meter can be used with energy management systems to help determine the optimal number of compressor units that need to be in operation at any given time; this helps to meet the demand of various departments and processes. Furthermore, Thermal Mass Flow Meters are sensitive enough to determine leaks. For example, if a typical compressor system running at 100 psi had total leaks throughout its fittings and seals of 1/4", it would pass 100 CFM of unused compressed air. That alone would waste over $20,000 worth of power per year!

Sage Metering provides easy-to-install Insertion Thermal Mass Flow Meters for typical compressor lines and also offers a convenient isolation assembly valve for mounting. These direct Mass Flow Meters do not require separate temperature or pressure transmitters, have no moving parts, are highly accurate and repeatable, and have negligible pressure drop. Sage Thermal Mass Flow Meters have extraordinary rangeability of at least 100 to 1, as well as fast response. Additionally , Sage Thermal Mass Flow Meters are digitally driven, resulting in extreme low-end sensitivity without sacrificing performance at the upper end. Sage Flow Meters, with sensitivity as low as 5 SFPM (1 SCFM in a 6” pipe), permit leak detection by assessing whether compressed air lines, thought to be unused, are actually wasting expensive air through its previous undetected leaks. Sage Flow Meters have 4 – 20 mA outputs of flow rate, pulsed outputs of consumption, in conjunction with fully Modbus compliant RS485 RTU communications, which are all ideal for sophisticated energy management systems. These meters also feature bright graphical displays of flow rate, a non- resettable totalizer (often a requirement for Environmental reporting), a temperature reading, plus, continuous diagnostics. For difficult to reach pipes, or for locations with extreme radiant heat, Sage also offers a Remote Style Flow Meter, with up to 1000 feet of lead length compensated cable – all electronics and powering are done at the transmitter – thus, the probe simply has a terminal junction box.

The US Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007, associated with the National Conservation Policy Act, is an initiative mainly consisting of provisions that are designed to increase energy efficiency and availability of renewable energy. One of the main requirements is to sub-meter natural gas at various Government Facility locations in order to identify inefficiencies and remedy them. Such facilities include VA hospitals, penitentiaries, post offices and government sponsored public housing. The goal set was to reduce energy use a minimum 3% per year up to a 30% overall reduction by 2015.

Sage Metering provides both easy-to-install Insertion Thermal Mass Flow Meters, as well as In-Line Thermal Mass Flow Meters, with built in flow conditioners that sub-meter natural gas in individual zones. These meters are ideal for meeting the Flow Metering provision of the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007. The Sage direct Mass Flow Meters do not require separate temperature or pressure transmitters, have no moving parts, are highly accurate and repeatable, and have negligible pressure drop. They have extraordinary rangeability of at least 100 to 1, which is an important feature given the daily variation in flow rate and consumption of individual zones. In addition to the 4 – 20 mA output of Flow Rate, the Meters also provide pulsed outputs of consumption, as well as fully Modbus compliant RS485 RTU communications, all of which are ideal for larger Government Facilities that may have building management systems. The meters also feature bright graphical displays of flow rate, a non- resettable totalizer (often a requirement for Environmental reporting), a temperature reading, plus, continuous diagnostics. For difficult to reach pipes, or for locations with extreme radiant heat, Sage also offers a Remote Style Flow Meter, with up to 1000 feet of lead length compensated cable – all electronics and powering are done at the transmitter – thus, the probe or flow body simply has a terminal junction box.

The newly promulgated ISO 50001 standards define the best practice for energy management. Flow monitoring with Thermal Mass Flow Meters will play a big role, particularly as worldwide acceptance of the new standard continues to grow. Common applications include combustion control and compressed air monitoring in a variety of Industries including Textile, Glass Manufacturing, Automotive, Aluminum & Steel, Food & Beverage, Pulp & Paper, Power, Chemical, and Refining.

Sage Metering provides both easy-to-install Insertion Thermal Mass Flow Meters, as well as In-Line Thermal Mass Flow Meters, with built in flow conditioners that provide outputs, and meet the reporting requirement for ISO 50001 standards. The Sage direct Mass Flow Meters do not require separate temperature or pressure transmitters, have no moving parts, are highly accurate and repeatable, and have negligible pressure drop. Furthermore, the Sage Thermal Mass Meters have extraordinary rangeability of at least 100 to 1, as well as fast response. In addition to the 4 – 20 mA control output of flow rate, the Flow Meters also provide pulsed outputs of consumption, in conjunction with fully Modbus compliant RS485 RTU communications, ideal for sophisticated energy management systems. Sage also offers a Remote Style Flow Meter, with up to 1000 feet of lead length compensated cable, to provide the opportunity to monitor the main line from a distant control room, where the electronics and powering are done at the transmitter – yet, the probe or flow body simply has a terminal junction box. Optional wireless Modbus outputs can also be furnished, as an option, if necessary. Furthermore, Sage Flow Meters offer convenient diagnostics, and the ability to conduct an In-Situ calibration check. The unique Sage In-Situ calibration check assures that the Flow Meter retains the original NIST traceable calibration, along with verifying the meter's accuracy. It also confirms that the sensors are clean and that the Flow Meter hasn't drifted or shifted. This is a tremendous benefit to our ISO 50001 customers, as it eliminates the cost and inconvenience of annual calibrations on flow meters.

By monitoring the flow rate and consumption at individual zones, it becomes possible to identify unusual consumption points, promote conservation, and in turn reduce energy costs as well as minimize environmental insult. Common applications include monitoring individual zones at university and college dorms, gymnasiums, classrooms, within each level of a high rise, at every department store in a shopping center, and in each building of a large government facility. Thus, in new construction or renovation of “Green” Buildings, an extra LEED point can be obtained if sub-metering is instituted.  In addition, sub-metering helps diagnose aging process equipment, such as old boilers or furnaces, and it also identifies possible leaks in fuel feed lines.

Sage Metering provides both easy-to-install Insertion Thermal Mass Flow Meters, as well as In-Line Thermal Mass Flow Meters, with built in Flow Conditioners that sub-meter natural gas in individual zones. These direct Mass Flow Meters do not require separate temperature or pressure transmitters, have no moving parts, are highly accurate and repeatable, and have negligible pressure drop. The Sage Thermal Mass Flow Meters have extraordinary rangeability of at least 100 to 1, which is an important feature given the daily variation in flow rate and consumption of individual zones. In addition to the 4 – 20 mA output of flow rate, the meters also provide pulsed outputs of consumption, in conjunction with fully Modbus compliant RS485 RTU communications, ideal for sophisticated building management systems. The meters also feature bright graphical displays of Flow Rate, a non- resettable totalizer (often a requirement for Environmental reporting), a temperature reading, plus, continuous diagnostics. For difficult to reach pipes, or for locations with extreme radiant heat, Sage also offers a Remote Style Flow Meter, with up to 1000 feet of lead length compensated cable – all electronics and powering are done at the transmitter – thus, the probe or flow body simply has a terminal junction box.

One of the most important ways to reduce energy consumption in a manufacturing environment is to optimize the combustion control on industrial boilers, steam generators and process heaters. By monitoring the air and fuel rates to burners, optimal air to fuel ratios can be achieved. This results in significant reductions in energy costs of natural gas (or propane), and improves process efficiency as well as product quality and yields. As part of an overall strategy, many local and state-wide jurisdictions have environmental regulations that require flow meters, on all medium and large size heating units, to reduce plant wide emissions. By tuning burners to reduce excess fuel usage, emissions are reduced and energy is saved. In addition, the newly promulgated ISO 50001 standards defines the best practice for energy management, and fuel line monitoring will play a big role.  Common applications for fuel line flow monitoring will be found in a variety of Industries including Textile, Glass Manufacturing, Automotive, Aluminum & Steel, Food & Beverage, Pulp & Paper, Power, Chemical, and Refining.

Sage Metering provides both easy-to-install Insertion Thermal Mass Flow Meters as well as In-Line Thermal Mass Flow Meters with built in Flow Conditioners, which monitor the air and fuel flow rates to the burner. Furthermore, these direct mass flow meters do not require separate temperature or pressure transmitters, have no moving parts, are highly accurate and repeatable, and have negligible pressure drop. The Sage Thermal Mass Flow Meters have extraordinary rangeability of at least 100 to 1, as well as a fast response. In addition to the 4 – 20 mA control output of flow rate, the meters also provide pulsed outputs of consumption, and Modbus compliant RS485 RTU communications. The Meters also feature bright graphical displays of Flow Rate, a non-resettable Totalizer (often a requirement for Environmental reporting), a Temperature reading, and continuous diagnostics. For difficult to reach burner lines, or for locations with extreme radiant heat, Sage also offers a Remote Style Flow Meter, with up to 1000 feet of lead length compensated cable – all electronics and powering are done at the transmitter – thus the probe or flow body simply has a terminal junction box.

Thermal Mass Flow Meters are frequently employed in building management systems for climate control. Insertion Style Thermal Mass Flow Meters for larger natural gas lines, and In-Line Thermal Mass Flow Meters for smaller gas lines, monitor and control inlet flow of Boilers, Furnaces and Heaters. In addition, Thermal Mass Flow Meters monitor the air mass flow supply distributed throughout the building. Building management systems are found in apartment buildings, high rises, governmental facilities, large industrial manufacturing environments, campuses, shopping centers, etc. The building management system continually maintains a comfortable indoor temperature, while at the same time minimizing the energy required to do so.

Sage Metering provides both easy-to-install Insertion Thermal Mass Flow Meters, as well as In-Line Thermal Mass Flow Meters, with built in Flow Conditioners that monitor the air and fuel flow rates to the burner. Additionally, Sage has a variety of probe lengths and configurations to accommodate large air distribution lines. These direct Mass Flow Meters do not require separate temperature or pressure transmitters, have no moving parts, are highly accurate and repeatable, and have negligible pressure drop. Sage Thermal Mass Flow Meters have extraordinary rangeability of at least 100 to 1, as well as fast response. In addition to the 4 – 20 mA control output of flow rate, the meters also provide pulsed outputs of consumption, in conjunction with fully Modbus compliant RS485 RTU communications, all of which are ideal for sophisticated building management systems. Furthermore, the meters also feature bright graphical displays of flow rate, a non- resettable totalizer (often a requirement for Environmental reporting), a temperature reading, plus, continuous diagnostics. For difficult to reach pipes, or for locations with extreme radiant heat, Sage also offers a Remote Style Flow Meter, with up to 1000 feet of lead length compensated cable – all electronics and powering are done at the transmitter – thus, the probe or flow body simply has a terminal junction box.

One of the most important ways to reduce energy consumption in a manufacturing environment is to optimize the combustion control of industrial boilers, steam generators, furnaces, ovens, smelters and process heaters. By monitoring the air and fuel rates to burners, optimal air to fuel ratios is achieved. This results in significant reductions in energy costs of natural gas (or propane), and also improves process efficiency, as well as product quality and yields. As part of an overall strategy, many local and state-wide jurisdictions have environmental regulations that require flow meters, on all medium and large size heating units, to reduce plant wide emissions. Finally, the newly promulgated ISO 50001 standards defines the best practice for energy management, and fuel line monitoring will play a big role. Common applications for combustion control monitoring will be found in a variety of Industries including Textile, Glass Manufacturing, Automotive, Aluminum & Steel, Food & Beverage, Pulp & Paper, Power, Chemical, and Refining.

Sage Metering provides both easy-to-install Insertion Thermal Mass Flow Meters as well as In-Line Thermal Mass Flow Meters with built in flow conditioners, which monitor the air and fuel flow rates to the burner. Furthermore, these direct Mass Flow Meters do not require separate temperature or pressure transmitters, have no moving parts, are highly accurate and repeatable, and have negligible pressure drop. The Sage Thermal Mass Flow Meters have extraordinary rangeability of at least 100 to 1, and have the fast response necessary for proper combustion control. In addition to the 4 – 20 mA control output of Flow Rate, the meters provide pulsed outputs of consumption, as well as fully Modbus compliant RS485 RTU communications. The meters also feature bright graphical displays of flow rate, totalized flow and gas temperature, plus continuous diagnostics. For difficult to reach burner lines, or for locations with extreme radiant heat, Sage also offers a Remote Style Flow Meter, with up to 1000 feet of lead length compensated cable – all electronics and powering are done at the transmitter – thus the probe or flow body simply has a terminal junction box.

With rising energy prices, as well as pressure to reduce emissions by regulators, it is crucial to monitor natural gas mass flow rate and consumption at individual zones. Monitoring helps in assessing process efficiencies, identifying unusual consumption points, promoting conservation, and providing a means for cost allocation to various operating areas. In addition, sub-metering helps diagnose the aging process of equipment, and identify possible leaks in fuel feed lines. The Plant Manager, Maintenance Manager, Six Sigma Manager or Results Engineer all benefit from the information made available to them from appropriate natural gas instrumentation. Furthermore, the newly promulgated ISO 50001 standards defines the best practice for energy management, and sub-metering will play a big role. Common applications for natural gas sub-metering will be found in a variety of Industries including Textile, Glass Manufacturing, Automotive, Aluminum & Steel, Food & Beverage.

Sage Metering provides both easy-to-install Insertion Thermal Mass Flow Meters as well as In-Line Thermal Mass Flow Meters with built in flow conditioners, which measure and report the Mass Flow Rate of natural gas in each gas line. Furthermore, these direct mass flow meters do not require separate temperature or pressure transmitters, have no moving parts, are highly accurate and repeatable, and have negligible pressure drop. Most importantly, the Sage Thermal Mass Flow Meters have extraordinary rangeability, of at least 100 to 1, with resolution as much as 1000 to 1; this provides the dynamic operating range and sensitivity necessary for modern plant processes. Also, these meters have bright graphical displays of flow rate, totalized flow and gas temperature, continuous diagnostics, output 4 -20 mA of flow rate, pulsed outputs of consumption, as well as full Modbus compliant RS485 RTU communications. For harsh or difficult to reach applications, Sage offers a Remote Style Flow Meter, with up to 1000 feet of lead length compensated cable – all electronics and powering are done at the transmitter – thus the probe or flow body simply has a terminal junction box.

With rising energy prices, monitoring the natural gas mass flow rate coming into the plant instantaneously provides critical information about the plant's natural gas demand. The conventional billing meter only reports consumption over a fixed period of time (i.e., monthly). Whereas, a Thermal Mass Flow Meter monitors flow rate, as well as consumption; thus, it provides real-time feedback about plant upset conditions, peak demand, inefficiencies and wasted energy. The Plant Manager, Maintenance Manager, Six Sigma Manager or Results Engineer all benefit from the readily available information that comes from a gas line, of an independent Mass Flow Meter, entering the plant. Furthermore, the newly promulgated ISO 50001 standards defines the best practice for energy management, and a Rate Flow Meter in series with the billing Flow Meter can play a big role.

Sage Metering provides both easy-to-install Insertion Thermal Mass Flow Meters as well as In-Line Thermal Mass Flow Meters, with built in Flow Conditioners, which measure and report the mass flow rate of natural gas. This type of direct Mass Flow Meter does not require a separate temperature or pressure transmitters, has no moving parts, is highly accurate and repeatable, and has negligible pressure drop. Most importantly, the Sage Thermal Mass Flow Meters have extraordinary rangeability, of at least 100 to 1, with resolution as much as 1000 to 1; this provides the dynamic operating range and sensitivity necessary to account for wide plant gas demand, whether it be at peak loads, or during a third shift with minimal gas requirement. The meters have bright graphical displays of flow rate, totalized flow and gas temperature, as well as continuous diagnostics, output 4 -20 mA of flow rate, pulsed outputs of consumption, and fully Modbus compliant RS485 RTU communications. Sage also offers a Remote Style Flow Meter, with up to 1000 feet of lead length compensated cable. This provides the opportunity to monitor the Main line from a distant Control Room, where the electronics and powering are done at the transmitter – yet the probe or flow body simply has a terminal junction box. Optional wireless Modbus outputs can also be furnished as an option, if necessary.

Local, Regional, and Statewide regulations often require sub-metering of natural gas at campuses, large residential projects, high rise buildings, government facilities, large commercial applications, shopping centers, etc.  In addition, energy minded stakeholders and landlords use sub-metering, even if they are not driven by regulations. By monitoring the flow rate and consumption at individual zones, it becomes possible to identify unusual consumption points, promote conservation, and in turn reduce energy costs as well as minimize environmental insult. Common applications include monitoring individual zones at university and college dorms, gymnasiums, classrooms, within each level of a high rise, at every department store in a shopping center, and in each building of a large government facility. In addition, zone flow monitoring provides a means for cost allocation to differing operating areas. In addition, sub-metering helps diagnose aging process equipment such as old boilers or furnaces, as well as to identify possible leaks in fuel feed lines. Lastly, in new construction or renovation of “Green” Buildings, an extra LEED point can be obtained if sub-metering is instituted.

Sage Metering provides both easy-to-install Insertion Thermal Mass Flow Meters, as well as In-Line Thermal Mass Flow Meters, with built in Flow Conditioners that sub-meter natural gas in individual zones. These direct Mass Flow Meters do not require separate temperature or pressure transmitters, have no moving parts, are highly accurate and repeatable, and have negligible pressure drop. Sage Thermal Mass Flow Meters have extraordinary rangeability of at least 100 to 1, which is an important feature given the daily variation in flow rate and consumption of individual zones. In addition to the 4 – 20 mA output of flow rate, the meters also provide pulsed outputs of consumption, in conjunction with fully Modbus compliant RS485 RTU communications all of which are ideal for sophisticated building management systems. Furthermore, the meters also feature bright graphical displays of flow rate, a non- resettable totalizer (often a requirement for Environmental reporting), a temperature reading, plus, continuous diagnostics. For difficult to reach pipes, or for locations with extreme radiant heat, Sage also offers a Remote Style Flow Meter, with up to 1000 feet of lead length compensated cable – all electronics and powering are done at the transmitter – thus, the probe or flow body simply has a terminal junction box.