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Optical Sensors That Prevent Oil Tank Leaks
Optical liquid level sensors are designed with no moving parts making them cost efficient and accurate. Plastic and stainless steel sensors are designed to withstand different types of fluids and applications. Both materials are ideal for helping to protect against leaks in oil/ water tanks and more.
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Customize Your Liquid Level Sensor with SMD Fluid Controls
Custom solutions are a specialty at SMD Fluid Controls, with more than half of our business being custom-designed sensors that are created to fit specific application needs. As a result, we can expertly craft float switches for your particular levels, fluid type, float positions, and more.
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OIL RIG

Float Switches For Oil Spill Containment
As much as we try to avoid them, oil spills happen. In fact, a major oil spill occurred in Baytown on February 3rd, 2020. Oil spills are, without a doubt, very dangerous: large oil spills contribute to the spread of …
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Bilge Liquid Level Switch for Marine Applications
Many boat owners purchase additional items to add to their vessels to keep them running smoothly and efficiently on the water. Some of these extras that captains pick up, for example, are life jackets, a first aid dry box, and …
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Home Septic Systems and the Importance of Septic Tank Alarms
About 25% of homeowners in the United States rely on a dedicated septic system for their home’s wastewater. A septic system is a delicate one, dependent on a series of biological and mechanical processes. Properly maintained septic systems rarely have …
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Continuous Fluid Level Measurements and Accurate Weather
Weather forecasts involve a lot of in-depth measurements and data is collected to provide the most accurate and up to date information for users. The majority if not all USA weather information first comes from NOAA which is a government organization …
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RACE CAR

Level Sensors for Aftermarket Race Cars
If there’s one thing any racecar team needs more than speed, it’s dependability. When a race is a neck and neck and the finish line is approaching, the crew needs a car with aftermarket performance parts that won’t clunk out. …
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