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Level Control Dry Products
What is the role of level control systems in managing dry bulk products?
Level control for dry products provides accurate monitoring of material levels in bins, silos, and hoppers to make sure of efficient operations and minimize waste. Versatile devices, including rotary paddle switches, vibrating rods, capacitance probes, and radar sensors, cater to different applications and are built to withstand harsh environments, providing long-lasting performance. These devices feature user-friendly designs for quick integration, reducing downtime and installation costs. Advanced sensors ensure precise level measurement, maintaining optimal inventory levels, while low maintenance requirements save time and operational costs.
What Devices Are Common for Dry Bulk Level Control?
Common devices for dry bulk level control include:
- Rotary Paddle Switches: Detect bulk materials by halting rotation when the material reaches the paddle.
- Vibrating Rod Sensors: Detect material presence by using vibration and are suitable for various bulk materials.
- Capacitance Probes: Measure changes in capacitance caused by material presence.
- Radar Sensors: Provide non-contact, continuous level measurement, making them ideal for dusty environments.
What are the Benefits of Advanced Level Control Solutions?
The benefits of advanced level control solutions include:
- Enhanced operational efficiency, optimizing production processes, reducing downtime, and increasing output.
- Cost savings by preventing overfilling and material shortages, all while reducing waste and operational costs.
- Reliable level measurement for safe storage and handling of materials, preventing spills and accidents.
- Real-time monitoring to help maintain optimal inventory levels, improving supply chain efficiency.
Level Control
Level control is essential for many industrial and commercial applications, ranging from simple water tanks to complex chemical processing systems. Industrial applications often require control to maintain safe and efficient operations. This can be accomplished through the use of float switches or differential pressure control. Float switches are devices used to measure the level of a liquid in a tank. They work by using a float that is attached to a switch. When the float rises or falls with the level of the liquid, the switch is activated. This can then be used to trigger an alarm or shut off a pump. Differential pressure control is another level control method that uses pressure sensors to measure the difference in pressure between two points. This can be used to determine the liquid level in a tank. Differential pressure control is often used in applications requiring precise level control. At Centro, we carry a complete selection of level-control products to meet your needs. Our float switches are ideal for small-scale applications, while our radar and differential pressure control systems are designed for more demanding environments. We also offer load cells for use in weight-based level measurement. Whether you need a simple float switch or a sophisticated differential pressure system, Centro has your level control products.
Bulk Solids
Bulk solids refer to dry, granular, or powdered materials handled in large volumes across industries like agriculture, mining, food processing, and chemical manufacturing. Managing these materials efficiently requires specialized equipment for conveying, storage, feeding, and processing to ensure flow consistency, prevent blockages, and maintain product quality.
Level Switches
Level switches are used to detect and control the level of liquids that trigger alerts or activate pumps and valves based on predetermined levels to prevent overflows or shortages. Level switches are used in industries such as water treatment, chemical processing, and food production, for efficient process control and preventing environmental hazards.Browse our selection below or contact us to speak to a product expert.
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The Auto-Bin is a continuous level measurement system designed for dry bulk storage vessels. It provides ongoing level monitoring and communicates the measured level to a remote display, PLC, or SCADA system via its signal output. The Auto-Bin is particularly well-suited for inventory management in large grain, feed, cement, or plastics silos where continuous knowledge of material volume is needed. Contact Bindicator for full configuration and output specifications.
$887.97$929.00
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Extend the life of your existing Roto-Bin-Dicator® installation with this direct OEM replacement motor kit. Designed and supplied by Bindicator, the kit includes the synchronous motor assembly needed to restore full functionality to a worn or failed unit. Using genuine Bindicator replacement parts ensures compatibility, maintains agency approvals, and eliminates the risk of mismatched components. No calibration or adjustment is required after installation.
$185.44$194.00
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The H-19 mounting plate is the standard side-mount interface for the Original Roto-Bin-Dicator®. The 8" diameter plate bolts or welds to the side of a bin or silo wall, and the half-coupling positions the instrument so the paddle extends into the vessel horizontally. The included H-20 gasket provides a seal between the plate and the vessel wall to prevent dust leakage. Powder-coated mild steel construction offers good durability in most industrial environments.
$55.44$58.00
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The H-192 mounting plate provides a top-mount interface for the Original Roto-Bin-Dicator®. It positions the instrument on the roof of a bin or silo with the paddle extending downward into the vessel. The full coupling allows the paddle shaft to be driven directly by the motor without a flexible coupling element. The H-20 gasket seals against dust ingress. Use with Extension 1 or 3 when a longer shaft reach is needed.
$70.74$74.00
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The H-36 neoprene flexible shaft coupling connects the Roto-Bin-Dicator® motor shaft to the paddle shaft with built-in vibration dampening and angular/parallel misalignment compensation. This coupling is strongly recommended for installations on vessels subject to mechanical vibration (e.g., pneumatic filling, attached conveyors, vibrating screens) as it significantly reduces bearing wear on the motor shaft. Rated to 170°F (77°C) maximum continuous process temperature.
$60.22$63.00
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The H-370 is the most versatile and widely used paddle for the Original Roto-Bin-Dicator®. Four 316 stainless steel vanes (1-1/2" × 5" diameter) provide reliable contact with a broad range of dry bulk materials from medium-density granules to moderately dense powders. Mounting pins allow quick installation onto the paddle shaft without tools. Supplied as a direct replacement for worn or damaged paddles, or when changing paddle type for a different material.
$58.31$61.00
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The H-371 large 4-vane paddle provides 56% more swept area than the standard H-370, making it the correct choice for materials with very low bulk densities (typically under 20 lb/ft³) that might not reliably actuate a smaller paddle. Four 316 SS vanes sweep the larger 7" diameter arc to ensure positive contact and accurate level detection in expanded plastics, fine lightweight powders, grain chaff, and similar light materials.
$60.22$63.00
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The H-379 insertable single curved vane (commonly called the 'banana' paddle) is engineered to pass through small-diameter nozzle openings and deploy inside the vessel. The curved profile reduces drag torque in free-flowing materials and prevents bridging at the vessel wall. Used in retrofit situations where the existing nozzle diameter is too small for a 4-vane paddle, or in applications requiring a very low torque paddle to prevent false actuation in light materials.
$97.50$102.00
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OEM Bindicator paddle for Roto-Bin-Dicator® series. Consult Bindicator documentation or your distributor to confirm the specific paddle geometry and application compatibility for this part number.
$92.72$97.00
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The H-380 collapsible 2-vane paddle solves the challenge of inserting a paddle into a vessel where the nozzle or access point is too small for a rigid 4-vane paddle. The two vanes fold inward for insertion and spring open inside the vessel to their full operating diameter. 316 stainless steel construction ensures corrosion resistance and long service life. Once deployed, the paddle operates identically to a fixed-vane design.
$106.10$111.00
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The H-38 stainless steel shaft coupling provides a rigid, durable connection between the motor shaft and paddle shaft in demanding environments. 316 SS construction makes it suitable for high process temperatures (beyond the neoprene coupling's 170°F rating) and for applications involving corrosive dusts or wash-down environments. Unlike flexible couplings, the rigid SS coupling does not dampen vibration, use the neoprene H-36 where vibration isolation is needed.
$31.55$33.00
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The GP4 Yo-Yo is a plumb-bob (or yo-yo) type continuous level measurement device for dry bulk solids. On a timed cycle, the unit lowers a weighted probe on a cable until it contacts the material surface, measures the distance, and retracts the probe. The measured level is converted to a 4–20 mA or relay output signal for remote indication or process control. This design is well-suited for large silos and bins where non-contact sensors face challenges from dust, powder buildup on sensor faces, or irregular material surfaces. The LBY4-N-1-N-1-P-1-10 variant is configured for 120 VAC power with a 10-foot cable length.
$2,423.98$2,536.00
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times
The Auto-Bin is a continuous level measurement system designed for dry bulk storage vessels. It provides ongoing level monitoring and communicates the measured level to a remote display, PLC, or SCADA system via its signal output. The Auto-Bin is particularly well-suited for inventory management in large grain, feed, cement, or plastics silos where continuous knowledge of material volume is needed. Contact Bindicator for full configuration and output specifications.
$887.97$929.00
In Stock (7)Ships within 1 business day
Extend the life of your existing Roto-Bin-Dicator® installation with this direct OEM replacement motor kit. Designed and supplied by Bindicator, the kit includes the synchronous motor assembly needed to restore full functionality to a worn or failed unit. Using genuine Bindicator replacement parts ensures compatibility, maintains agency approvals, and eliminates the risk of mismatched components. No calibration or adjustment is required after installation.
$185.44$194.00
In Stock (14)Ships within 1 business day
The H-19 mounting plate is the standard side-mount interface for the Original Roto-Bin-Dicator®. The 8" diameter plate bolts or welds to the side of a bin or silo wall, and the half-coupling positions the instrument so the paddle extends into the vessel horizontally. The included H-20 gasket provides a seal between the plate and the vessel wall to prevent dust leakage. Powder-coated mild steel construction offers good durability in most industrial environments.
$55.44$58.00
In Stock (19)Ships within 1 business day
The H-192 mounting plate provides a top-mount interface for the Original Roto-Bin-Dicator®. It positions the instrument on the roof of a bin or silo with the paddle extending downward into the vessel. The full coupling allows the paddle shaft to be driven directly by the motor without a flexible coupling element. The H-20 gasket seals against dust ingress. Use with Extension 1 or 3 when a longer shaft reach is needed.
$70.74$74.00
In Stock (26)Ships within 1 business day
The H-36 neoprene flexible shaft coupling connects the Roto-Bin-Dicator® motor shaft to the paddle shaft with built-in vibration dampening and angular/parallel misalignment compensation. This coupling is strongly recommended for installations on vessels subject to mechanical vibration (e.g., pneumatic filling, attached conveyors, vibrating screens) as it significantly reduces bearing wear on the motor shaft. Rated to 170°F (77°C) maximum continuous process temperature.
$60.22$63.00
In Stock (11)Ships within 1 business day
The H-370 is the most versatile and widely used paddle for the Original Roto-Bin-Dicator®. Four 316 stainless steel vanes (1-1/2" × 5" diameter) provide reliable contact with a broad range of dry bulk materials from medium-density granules to moderately dense powders. Mounting pins allow quick installation onto the paddle shaft without tools. Supplied as a direct replacement for worn or damaged paddles, or when changing paddle type for a different material.
$58.31$61.00
In Stock (23)Ships within 1 business day
The H-371 large 4-vane paddle provides 56% more swept area than the standard H-370, making it the correct choice for materials with very low bulk densities (typically under 20 lb/ft³) that might not reliably actuate a smaller paddle. Four 316 SS vanes sweep the larger 7" diameter arc to ensure positive contact and accurate level detection in expanded plastics, fine lightweight powders, grain chaff, and similar light materials.
$60.22$63.00
In Stock (24)Ships within 1 business day
The H-379 insertable single curved vane (commonly called the 'banana' paddle) is engineered to pass through small-diameter nozzle openings and deploy inside the vessel. The curved profile reduces drag torque in free-flowing materials and prevents bridging at the vessel wall. Used in retrofit situations where the existing nozzle diameter is too small for a 4-vane paddle, or in applications requiring a very low torque paddle to prevent false actuation in light materials.
$97.50$102.00
In Stock (10)Ships within 1 business day
OEM Bindicator paddle for Roto-Bin-Dicator® series. Consult Bindicator documentation or your distributor to confirm the specific paddle geometry and application compatibility for this part number.
$92.72$97.00
In Stock (7)Ships within 1 business day
The H-380 collapsible 2-vane paddle solves the challenge of inserting a paddle into a vessel where the nozzle or access point is too small for a rigid 4-vane paddle. The two vanes fold inward for insertion and spring open inside the vessel to their full operating diameter. 316 stainless steel construction ensures corrosion resistance and long service life. Once deployed, the paddle operates identically to a fixed-vane design.
$106.10$111.00
In Stock (8)Ships within 1 business day
The H-38 stainless steel shaft coupling provides a rigid, durable connection between the motor shaft and paddle shaft in demanding environments. 316 SS construction makes it suitable for high process temperatures (beyond the neoprene coupling's 170°F rating) and for applications involving corrosive dusts or wash-down environments. Unlike flexible couplings, the rigid SS coupling does not dampen vibration, use the neoprene H-36 where vibration isolation is needed.
$31.55$33.00
In Stock (13)Ships within 1 business day
The GP4 Yo-Yo is a plumb-bob (or yo-yo) type continuous level measurement device for dry bulk solids. On a timed cycle, the unit lowers a weighted probe on a cable until it contacts the material surface, measures the distance, and retracts the probe. The measured level is converted to a 4–20 mA or relay output signal for remote indication or process control. This design is well-suited for large silos and bins where non-contact sensors face challenges from dust, powder buildup on sensor faces, or irregular material surfaces. The LBY4-N-1-N-1-P-1-10 variant is configured for 120 VAC power with a 10-foot cable length.
$2,423.98$2,536.00
Available for Purchase
Subject to factory lead times