CLOUD SEVEN
Volumetric Flow and Entrained Air Measurement System

SONARtrac® Industrial
Passive Sonar Flow Solutions

Non-contact, real-time volumetric flow and entrained air measurement system designed specifically for the most demanding process environments, providing unmatched stability and data precision in heavy industrial operations.

CiDRA SONARtrac System
Introduction

CiDRA: The world’s only provider of patented passive sonar technology

CiDRA SONARtrac in Industrial Environment
Innovation

SONARtrac® Technology

A breakthrough in process measurement, providing unparalleled insight into homogeneous slurries without process shutdown.

Leveraging patented sonar array processing for high-accuracy flow data and real-time measurement of entrained air/gas (GVF), ensuring optimal performance in the most demanding industrial processes.

Innovation

Passive Sonar Technology

High-performance flow measurement through patented sonar array processing.

Passive Sonar Array

Passive Listening

Patented sensors that interpret flow turbulence and sound fields without emitting signals.

Process Monitoring

Dual Measurement

Simultaneous monitoring of volumetric flow and entrained air (GVF) in demanding slurries.

Clamp-on Integration

Non-Intrusive

Full clamp-on design that installs on existing pipes without shutdown or pressure loss.

Excellence

Key Benefits & Industries

Designed for efficiency, uptime, and precision in the most abrasive environments.

SONARtrac Digital Interface
Operational Excellence

Measurable Advantages

Precision

  • Corrects errors in density meters caused by bubbly flows.
  • True liquid flow measurement in entrained air conditions.
  • Unmatched stability in mass balance calculations.
  • Detects process changes from air leaks or pump issues.

Efficiency

  • Maintenance-free: no moving parts or sensors to wear.
  • No inherent drift mechanism: no recalibration required.
  • Low installation and lifecycle costs.
  • Increased overall process efficiency and uptime.

Versatility

  • Indifferent to pipe material, liners, or slurry consistency.
  • Works on Teflon®, Urethane, Ceramic, and Concrete-lined pipes.
  • No alignment or complicated gels required for setup.
  • Reliable in dispersive and corrosive/abrasive environments.
Industrial Application

Global Impact

Delivering critical data where standard instrumentation fails.

Industrial Standard Performance
Target Sectors

Proven Performance

CiDRA technology is the standard for the most demanding industrial operations worldwide.

  • Oil Sands & Minerals
  • Chemical Processing
  • Pulp & Paper
  • Consumer Products
  • Water & Waste Treatment
  • Power Generation
  • Food & Beverage

Technical Specifications

SonarTrac System Performance and Physical Data

Parameter Specification Comments
Flow velocity range 3 to 30 ft/s (0.91 to 9.1 m/s) Lower possible in specific conditions
Flow rate accuracy ±1% of reading Consistent across full range
Repeatability ±0.3% of reading High precision array processing
Entrained air/gas 0 to 20 % / ±5% Accuracy Direct calculation from sound speed
Pipe diameters 2” to 60” (50.8 mm to 1,524 mm) Metric and custom sizes available
Outputs Analog (4-20 mA), Pulse, HART® Optional: MODBUS, PROFIBUS, Fieldbus
Enclosure NEMA 4X, IP66 Suitable for harsh environments
Technology

How it works

SONARtrac uses patented sonar array processing to listen to the flow, measuring the speed of sound to determine both volumetric flow and entrained air (GVF).

cmix = √(1 / (ρmix · βmix))

Where: c = Sound Speed, ρ = Density, β = Compressibility

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