SensoTech has unveiled a major enhancement in the safe handling of polymerisation‑critical monomers with its LiquiSonic® inline measurement technology.
Monomers such as methyl methacrylate (MMA), styrene, acrylates, methacrylates, acrylic acid and methacrylic acid are typically transported and stored in stabilised form, yet they remain vulnerable to heat, prolonged storage, contamination, oxygen deficiency and pipeline residues.
These factors can alter product condition or trigger unwanted polymerisation. LiquiSonic® provides real‑time detection of such changes, strengthening safety across tank farms, chemical terminals and production facilities.
The technology is designed for monomers that demand stringent process and safety oversight.
Continuous monitoring is essential, as the actual condition of the liquid product can shift at any point during unloading, storage or further processing.
While laboratory samples offer valuable quality insights, they represent only a single moment. In contrast, LiquiSonic® measures directly in pipelines or bypasses, delivering uninterrupted data that reflects the true, evolving state of the medium. This helps operators identify ageing, contamination or early‑stage polymerisation before risks escalate.
LiquiSonic® operates by precisely measuring sound velocity in the liquid and recording temperature simultaneously.
These values form an acoustic fingerprint unique to each monomer. Any deviation from the expected range can indicate the onset of polymerisation or other undesirable changes. The system functions inline, requires no consumables and integrates seamlessly into existing plant infrastructure.
Measured values can be displayed locally, documented or transmitted to process control systems, enabling automated monitoring, alarms and release logic.
By providing immediate, continuous insight, LiquiSonic® reveals critical trends far earlier than temperature‑based indicators or delayed laboratory results. It offers clear benefits for tank farms, chemical logistics providers, monomer manufacturers and downstream producers of polymers, resins, adhesives, coatings and sealants.
Its maintenance‑free design enhances existing safety and quality frameworks while improving transparency throughout the entire handling process.