Waltron’s Multi-Conductivity Analyzer Powers Up MGE’s Operational Efficiency

Integrating the Waltron Multi-Conductivity Analyzers at Madison Gas and Electric Company (MGE) has significantly improved the facility’s operational efficiency and reliability.

In the demanding world of power generation, maintaining optimal water quality is crucial for efficiency and longevity. For MGE, a power generation facility, accurate and consistent monitoring of their steam cycle has always been a top priority. The introduction of the Waltron Multicon analyzers has been a game-changer, tackling long-standing challenges and setting new standards for online water quality monitoring. The long-term impact for MGE includes:


Enhanced Accuracy and Consistency:
Reliable pH measurements in high-purity water ensure optimal steam cycle monitoring, setting a new standard for the industry.

Continuous, Reliable Data:
Overcoming sensor drift and interrupted flow resulted in uninterrupted, accurate data for critical operations.

Optimized Steam Quality:
Tailored algorithms and chemistry-specific measurements have improved steam quality, enhancing accuracy and consistency in all conditions.

Improved Instrument Performance:
Addressing flow measurement complexities and resin clogging has enhanced monitoring instruments’ overall performance and lifespan.

Innovation and Excellence:
MGE’s successful implementation of the Multicon analyzer demonstrates its commitment to innovation, setting a benchmark in the power generation industry.

MGE West Campus Cogeneration Facility


“MGE has been happy with the performance of the Waltron Multicon analyzers. 

If you are experiencing issues with pH measurement in steam cycle systems, it may be worth investing in a Waltron Multicon to save some headaches.”


Jeff Marcouiller

Cogeneration Facility Assistant Manager
Madison Gas and Electric Company (MGE)



MGE’s Challenge

MGE faced several challenges common in power generation facilities but difficult to overcome, which they brought to Waltron seeking a reliable and low-maintenance piece of equipment:

Inconsistent pH Measurements:
Accurate pH measurement in high purity water proved elusive, impacting the effectiveness of steam cycle monitoring.

Sensor Drift:
Due to the facility’s cycling nature, the pH sensor suffered from drift, as there was never a consistent flow over it.

Flow Measurement and Resin Clogging:
Maintaining accurate flow measurements was complex, and resin-clogging screens compromised the performance of monitoring instruments.

Seasonal Chemistry Adjustments:
Alternating between ammonium hydroxide and a blend of cyclohexylamine/diethylethanolamine based on seasonal requirements further complicated consistent pH control.

Waltron’s Solution

The deployment of the Waltron Multicon analyzer transformed these challenges into benchmarks of success. Here’s how the Multicon analyzer met and exceeded expectations:

✅  Accurate pH Measurement:
The Multicon provided accurate and consistent pH readings by measuring conductivity and cation conductivity to calculate pH using an advanced algorithm tailored to MGE’s specific chemistry.

✅  Mitigation of Sensor Drift:
The innovative design of the Multicon analyzer ensured continuous, reliable data even with interrupted flow.

✅  Enhanced Flow Measurement:
The analyzer’s advanced capabilities improved flow measurement accuracy and mitigated issues related to resin clogging.

✅  Tailored Algorithms for Seasonal Chemistries:
With specific conductivities between 8 and 13 uS/cm, the Multicon seamlessly managed the alternation between different feedwater chemistries, ensuring optimal pH control throughout the year.


Waltron’s Multi-Conductivity Analyzer Powers Up MGE’s Operational Efficiency

The success of the Waltron Multicon analyzer led to the development of the Waltron 4095 Multi-Conductivity Analyzer. This next-generation solution offers unparalleled accuracy with conductivity ranges of 0-9.999µS/cm and 0-99.99µS/cm. Designed for power plants, water treatment facilities, and chemical manufacturers, the Waltron 4095 features single-transmitter displays of specific and cation conductivity, calculated pH values, onboard data logging, and live trending. Its easy integration and quick-change cation exchanger ensure streamlined operations and continued water and steam monitoring excellence.

4095 Multi-Conductivity Analyzer

4095 Multi-Conductivity Analyzer

The Waltron 4095 Multi-Conductivity Analyzer is designed for optimal water and steam monitoring in power plants, water treatment, and industrial facilities. It offers unparalleled accuracy in ranges as low as 0-9.999µS/cm. Housed in a slide-in 1/4-DIN IP66 panel-mount enclosure, it connects directly to specific and cation conductivity sensors, adding pH monitoring to existing systems. It streamlines operations with single-transmitter displays of specific and cation conductivity, calculated pH values, onboard data logging, and live trending.

Waltron 9095 MultiCon Analyzer

9095 Multi-Conductivity Analyzer

The Waltron 9095 Multi-Conductivity Analyzer enhances water quality monitoring for power generation, chemical processing, and water treatment facilities. It continuously measures conductivity before and after cation exchange, calculates pH, and assesses reagent concentration in feed water, steam, and condensate. The 9095 improves efficiency by providing comprehensive data, reducing the need for multiple instruments, and featuring an intuitive color touchscreen interface. This technology saves panel space and ensures accurate measurements with simple maintenance.

Waltron In-Line Cartridge Housing

Update your messy cation column with Waltron’s new cartridge holder system and two new conductivity sensors, which offer ultimate reliability and ease of maintenance.

In-Line Cartridge Housing

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