Citation
(2009), "New sensor for optimizing washing cycles through reduced water and energy consumption in dishwashers and washing machines", Sensor Review, Vol. 29 No. 4. https://doi.org/10.1108/sr.2009.08729daf.002
Publisher
:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
Copyright © 2009, Emerald Group Publishing Limited
New sensor for optimizing washing cycles through reduced water and energy consumption in dishwashers and washing machines
Article Type: Mini features From: Sensor Review, Volume 29, Issue 4
GE Sensing & Inspection Technologies announces the turbidity sensor, designed to improve efficiency within commercial and residential dishwashers and washing machines. Measuring the turbidity of water within a dishwasher and washing machine allow the machines to run more efficiently by continually monitoring the particle levels in the water. The decrease or increase in voltage enables control optimization of water, time and energy efficiency.
“We are excited to introduce this addition to our world class line of sensors”, says Pete Straub, Product General Manager, OEM Sensors, GE Sensing & Inspection Technologies. “The Turbidity Sensor will help our customers optimize their equipment while reducing water and energy consumption”.
The turbidity sensor with optional discrete temperature utilizes two opposing photo diodes to detect the cloudiness or haziness of a fluid caused by individual particles (suspended solids) that are generally invisible to the naked eye, similar to smoke in air. When installed in a dishwasher, the GE turbidity sensor supplies measurements to the washing controller module and based on those measurements the controller will determine how long the cycles will last. This allows for energy conservation as lightly soiled loads will signal for shorter cycles and will not receive the same amount of water and energy as a heavier soiled load.
Along with the turbidity sensor, GE Sensing & Inspection Technologies also has sensor technologies to measure temperature, relatively humidity and pressure for use within the appliance industry to reduce energy consumption and increase efficiency.