MRO Checklist: Prevent Downtime with Reliable Point Level Sensors

Use this checklist to quickly evaluate your point level sensors and avoid costly surprises

Sensor Condition & Wear

• Are any sensors more than 5 years old?
• Have you noticed erratic readings or missed alerts?
• Are paddles or probes visibly worn, bent, or coated in material buildup?
• Are vibrating elements failing to reset properly?
• Has your team bypassed any alerts recently?

Maintenance History

• Do you have documented inspection intervals for each sensor?
• Have any sensors gone more than 12 months without inspection?
• Do you have spare parts in stock for critical vessels?

Failure Risk Indicators

• Is the application high-temp, dusty, or abrasive?
• Are sensors exposed to caustic or corrosive materials?
• Do you rely on a single sensor for high/low level alerts?
• Is this sensor on a silo, bin, or hopper with limited access?

Upgrade Opportunities

• Do you still use legacy paddle wheels without diagnostics?
• Have you considered fail-safe or self-calibrating technologies (e.g., Roto PRO®, VRF® II)?
• Could a diagnostics-enabled sensor reduce manual checks?

Action Plan

• Schedule inspection for all level sensors this quarter
• Identify high-risk applications needing spares or upgrades
• Contact Bindicator for recommendations or a quote

Ready to reduce unplanned downtime? Contact us today!
Or check out our latest blog: Why Point Level Sensors Are Critical in Dry Bulk Applications