Patent ID: 6700503
Filing Date: 2004-03-02
Classification: B65D,G01F,G08C,H04L

Abstract:
A method of monitoring conditions within a storage tank, the method including the steps of:a. sensing conditions within the storage tank with a sensor; b. positioning the sensor within the storage tank and a cellular modem in proximity and in communication with the sensor, the storage tank being located within a tank storage area; c. sending data indicative of conditions within the storage tank from the sensor to the cellular modem; d. sending the data indicative of conditions within the storage tank from the cellular modem to a base controller, wherein the base controller is located remotely and outside of the tank storage area; e. predefining a tank configuration with the base controller; f. using the data to recall the tank configuration; g. preparing a graphical representation of conditions within the storage tank for viewing and using the data and tank configuration to generate the graphical configuration; and h. displaying the graphical representation to provide information on conditions within the storage tank.