Valmet Retention Measurement

Total and true ash consistency measurement for unparalleled

wet end monitoring and control

The Valmet Retention Measurement

(Valmet RM5) measures the total
and true ash consistency. It is based
on 30 years’ experience in optical
online consistency measurements
and represents the fifth generation of
industry-standard Valmet technology.
It is the only optical measurement on
the market capable of measuring both
total and true ash consistencies from a
process sample.
The Valmet RM5 is a versatile, reliable,
continuous window into the wet end.
It is a proven tool for better quality
and runnability.
Specifications
Valmet Retention Measurement utilizes a continuous
Retention calculations in DCS
sample flow when measuring the following • Total retention 0–100 %
• Total consistency 0–2.0 %; (0–20 g/l) • Ash retention 0–100 %
• Ash consistency 0–1.0 %; (0–10 g/l)
Headbox and white water sensors are needed.
• Flocculation index
Key features
Suitable for all pulp types.
• Proven basic construction
Versatile user interfaces • Continuous online measurement
• Local user interface Bridge with color touch screen • Optional modules available
• Ethernet based PC connection • Multiple ways to connect to DCS
• USB stick • Easy to read all collected data and data backup with
• DCS connection via analog outputs
one command
• HART • Fast commissioning
• PROFIBUS PA • Pre-calibration models for total and ash consis-
• Modbus TCP/IP
tencies
• OPC UA • Calculated ash content and total consistency
• Remote connection with Valmet Industrial Internet
available on day one
Typical installations • Gain + offset tuning of pre-calibration and cal-
• Headbox culated models
• White water • Easy multivariable calibration with calibration
• Dilution water tools software
• Flotation outlet in DIP process
 • Accuracy box ash consistency stable during breaks by auto-
• Best available measurement precision matically adjusting the filler flow. Faster recovery
• High availability from web breaks.
• The ultimate choice for automatic control applica- 3. Multivariable control Seamless part of Valmet
tions IQ MD Controls, true multivariable controller for
MD weight, moisture, paper ash and white water
The most reliable measurement consistency.
Valmet Retention Measurement is the most reliable
because:
• Utilizes multiple optical principles; attenuation,
Modules
back-scattering and depolarization
• Automatic cleaning always included; cleaning wa-
ter can be mixed with air or even chemicals
• Water calibration values measured and checked
during every flushing sequence
• The only way to check for measurement drift and
capillary cleanliness
• Alarms if water calibration values are out of
range
• Two long-life LED light sources
• Condensation in optics module prevented
• Extremely strong measurement cell
• Will not break with pressure shock or impurities
in sample flow
• Robust design
• Service tools based on Failure Mode and Effect
Analysis (FMEA)
• Consumables, wearing parts, spares, service
procedures defined for 10 years
• Preventive maintenance agreements
• The online design makes it independent from tur- Valmet Retention Measurement has multi-
bulence or laminar flow in pipe ple accessories available to ensure economi-
Controls cal and best possible performance in each
Continuous online information from state-of-the-art case. The basic delivery always includes the
optical measurements ensures reliability and accuracy measurement and control units and labora-
in all situations. This makes Valmet RM5 the right tory sample module. The extra options are:
choice for closed loop automatic control applications • Stand
such as retention control. Controls are available with • Water/air regulator unit
Valmet’s IQ MD, Valmet DNA and in Valmet Stand-
• Sample valve
Alone Retention Control (Valmet RET) packages.
1. Retention control keeps white water consistency • Sample pump
stable by automatically adjusting the retention aid • Dearation vessel
flow. More stable wet end with better runnability • Air purge for flushing
and quality.
• Vortex cooler
2. Breaktime control of headbox ash keeps the head-
• Chemical cleaning assembly
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