Technical Characteristics and Digital Integration
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True Wireless Autonomy: The FWR30 is a self-contained unit powered by a high-capacity battery. It does not require any external power supply or signal wiring, which drastically reduces installation costs and allows for deployment in minutes.
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Cloud-Native Connectivity: The sensor transmits data via cellular networks directly to the Endress+Hauser Netilion cloud. Users can access level data, history, and alarms through digital services such as Netilion Value (for simple monitoring), Netilion Inventory (for inventory management), or SupplyCare Hosting (for advanced supply chain logistics).
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Integrated GPS Tracking: Beyond level measurement, the FWR30 features built-in GPS. This allows logistics and supply chain managers to track the physical location of mobile assets, such as IBCs (Intermediate Bulk Containers) or mobile silos, in real-time.
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80 GHz Radar Technology: Despite its compact and wireless design, the device utilizes high-end 80 GHz radar technology. This ensures accurate, non-contact measurement through plastic tank ceilings (threaded mounting or mounting bracket) and is unaffected by weather or changing media.
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Flexible Service Portfolio: The FWR30 is part of a complete digital ecosystem. Depending on the user’s needs, the data can be used for simple level alerts or integrated into a full supply chain management system to optimize refilling schedules and prevent stockouts.
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End-to-End Security: Data transmission is fully encrypted and follows strict cybersecurity standards, ensuring that sensitive inventory information remains accessible only to authorized personnel from anywhere in the world.
Technical Specification Matrix
| Feature | Technical Details |
| Measuring Principle | 80 GHz Free-space Radar (IIoT) |
| Measuring Range | Up to 15 m (49 ft) |
| Accuracy | ±10 mm (0.39 in) |
| Power Supply | Internal Battery (Replaceable) |
| Connectivity | Cellular (NB-IoT, LTE-M, or 2G) |
| Location Tracking | Integrated GPS |
| Digital Services | Netilion Value, Netilion Inventory, SupplyCare |
| Protection Class | IP66 / IP68 / NEMA 4X/6P |
Primary Applications
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Mobile Tank Logistics: Tracking the level and location of IBCs and mobile metal tanks containing liquid additives or chemicals during transport and on-site storage.
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Remote Chemical Storage: Monitoring cleaning agents in the food and beverage industry at satellite facilities where local PLC integration is too expensive.
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Agricultural Silos: Level monitoring for animal feed in remote farm silos, allowing suppliers to optimize delivery routes.
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Construction Sites: Managing the inventory of building materials in mobile silos to ensure continuous supply without manual checks.
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Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI): Enabling suppliers to monitor their customers’ stock levels in real-time and automatically schedule refills based on actual consumption.
