Even if regular visual inspections are carried out, our experience shows that these cannot necessarily determine whether key components such as the PRV will work when required. Hycontrol’s MD Nigel Allen is clear on the importance of effective silo protection: “Silo protection systems sit on top of silos often ‘out of sight out of mind’ and are expected to work if there is a problem. Each one incorporates the company’s latest pressure relief valve, a self-cleaning DP150 Diamond Point vibrating probe on a 1 m-long cable providing the HLA, a FLEX501-D pressure sensor and a bespoke alarm panel with GLT capabilities and auto shut off. In addition to meeting the MPA requirements, the system also includes an integrated pressure sensor and a Ground Level Testing (GLT) feature, the latter allowing operators to test all key components including the PRV before each and every fill.įor Sika’s application, Hycontrol’s final recommendation was for nine complete SPS Silo Protection Systems. Hycontrol’s SPS sets the bench mark for effective silo protection. MPA guidelines for silo protection systems recommend that silos should be fitted with three essential components: a pressure relief valve, suitably sized for the application an effective high level alarm device, programmed to allow sufficient ullage above the final product level and an auto shut off system that halts the filling process should the level in the silo exceed safe levels. In addition there was no pressure monitoring instrumentation or auto-shut off systems to halt the filling process if pressure or product level in the silo exceeded safe levels. The survey revealed that the silos were fitted with their original outdated hinged-door pressure relief valves (PRVs) and the high level alarms (HLAs) were provided by ageing paddle switches. Hycontrol has extensive experience in the design and installation of compliant silo protection systems and its engineers found evidence that product had been leaking from the pressure relief valves at the top of the silos, clearly showing that all was not well. Sika had become concerned that the existing protection systems fell short of the MPA guidelines and asked Hycontrol to carry out a thorough survey of the silos so that updated instrumentation could be installed. This is a non-pedal party boat perfect for larger groups of up to 20 passengers.Hycontrol has installed new SPS Silo Protection Systems on nine 50 t capacity silos at Sika’s UK headquarters in Welwyn Garden City, three containing cement and six containing sand. Crank your tunes and pedal, party & float the historic Buffalo waterfront on a sightseeing experience unlike anything else. Bring your favorite snacks, beer and wine. Built-in coolers are stationed in the middle to keep beverages or food cold for your enjoyment. A lounge style bench is also in the front of the boat to accommodate 6 more guests. Each bike boat is equipped with a large bar located in the center of the boat with 10 pedal stations. Our custom built cycleboat is powered by a large paddle wheel, allowing passengers to pedal together as you cruise on Lake Erie. Our certified captains will cruise you along the shores of scenic downtown Buffalo where can take in amazing sights of the historic Buffalo River, Canalside, and the Silo City areas. Each boat can fit up to 16 guest, two boat tours are available for parties of up to 32 people. Our floating pedal pub is perfect for friends, family, and co-workers to get out on the water. Join us for a Buffalo Canalside Boat Tour!īuffalo CycleBoats is a unique party boat experience.
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