Proper sensor maintenance is essential for protecting your mill, your product and your bottom line. At CMC, we’ve seen firsthand how overlooked sensors can lead to unnecessary downtime, expensive repairs and compromised safety. Here are the key mill sensors you should regularly inspect to keep operations running smoothly:
Pressure Sensor
- Function: Monitors the pressure required to move material through the mill, screen and discharge pipe.
- Why It Matters: If total pressure reaches 30 psi, the sensor triggers an automatic shutdown to prevent equipment overload.
- Impact: Accurate readings help avoid product defects, equipment damage and potential safety hazards.
Product Temperature Sensors (Inlet & Outlet)
- Function: Measure product temperature as it enters and exits the mill.
- Why It Matters: These sensors only activate when there’s flow in the discharge pipe, making them essential for real-time monitoring.
- Impact: Maintain product consistency and ensure operator safety by catching abnormal temperature changes early.
Seal Fluid Level Sensor
- Function: Monitors the level of lubricating and cooling fluid for the mechanical seal.
- Why It Matters: If fluid drops below acceptable levels, the sensor automatically shuts down the mill to prevent seal damage.
- Impact: Avoid catastrophic seal failures and costly repairs.
Product Feed Pump Safety Sensor (if equipped)
- Tip: Check your equipment manual for manufacturer-recommended maintenance schedules for this sensor.
- Impact: Proper care can extend equipment life and prevent unexpected shutdowns.
Pro Tip: A few minutes of preventive maintenance can save you hours—if not days—of lost production.
For more maintenance tips contact your CMC representative today.
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