DeltaV News

A technique was developed for programming DeltaV systems for boiler control that replaces SFCs with function blocks and may result in lower controller loading. (412KB PDF)

The DeltaV process automation system is designed from the ground up to embrace open standards and commercial off-the-shelf technologies in its core architectural design to take advantage of rapid technological advancements. This core architecture makes it easier to keep up with changes in technology and makes it easy for users of DeltaV to keep their system Evergreen. (1MB PDF)

DeltaV™ Electronic Marshalling to help minimize plant downtime during control system migration

AUSTIN, TEXAS (August 25, 2010) -- Emerson Process Management's DeltaV™ digital automation system has been selected by Perstorp, a speciality chemicals group, for the control system upgrade at its pentaerythritol processing plant in Perstorp, Sweden. The existing distributed control system will be replaced as part of a plant lifecycle management program to ensure continued high product quality and operational efficiency for decades to come.

The Perstorp plant uses a chemical batch process to make pentaerythritol (penta), an additive in paint and lubricants. The existing Emerson RS3™ distributed control system, one of over 50 RS3 and DeltaV systems installed at Perstorp plants worldwide, has provided flexible and reliable control of the process since 1984. However, the need to run the plant continuously with continued high product quality and reduced downtime prompted Perstorp to plan for the time when spares for the existing system would no longer be available.

"To remain competitive in this very tough marketplace, Perstorp has decided to invest in the very latest process automation technology wherever appropriate," explained Jörgen Annell, Engineering Manager at Perstorp. "Having considered a number of alternatives, we felt that Emerson's DeltaV system provided the advance control and batching features we required, while also helping to minimize process disruption and cost during the migration procedure."

The Perstorp migration project will be one of Europe's first installations of version 11 of Emerson's DeltaV system. The system has an ISA88 batch hierarchy, with integrated functions such as easy configuration and scheduling, advanced control and multi-stream formulations, and automatic data collection. New intuitively designed operator displays help to improve operator performance by providing clear and quick recognition of alerts, and rapid access to the information needed to understand the alert and act in a timely fashion.

Important to the selection of the DeltaV v11 system was its I/O on Demand functionality, including Electronic Marshalling to help minimize installation time and costly plant downtime during the upgrade. DeltaV Electronic Marshalling eliminates up to two-thirds of the wiring and connections needed by conventional marshalling cabinets by removing the need to wire I/O to specific controller I/O cards. Instead, Perstorp will deploy 792 single channel Characterization Modules (CHARMS) to relay 3000 Device Signal Tags to 60 DeltaV S-series I/O modules. This unique wiring technology is expected to reduce downtime during this upgrade by two days, helping to reduce lost production. The migration procedure will be performed by Perstorp's engineering team and is expected to take two weeks to complete.

"Emerson is extremely pleased to be able to further its excellent relationship with Perstorp by providing the latest version of the DeltaV digital automation system," said Bob Sharp, President, Emerson Process Management - Europe. "Minimizing plant downtime is critical for projects such as Perstorp's, and DeltaV Electronic Marshalling will play a significant role in ensuring a quick and smooth migration process."

The Perstorp pentaerythritol plant in Sweden is operated by the legal company of Perstorp Specialty Chemicals AB.

About Emerson Process Management

Emerson Process Management (www.EmersonProcess.com), an Emerson business, is a leader in helping businesses automate their production, processing, and distribution in the chemical, oil and gas, refining, pulp and paper, power, water and wastewater treatment, mining and metals, food and beverage, life sciences, and other industries. The company combines superior products and technology with industry-specific engineering, consulting, project management, and maintenance services. Its brands include PlantWeb™, DeltaV™, Syncade™, Fisher®, Micro Motion®, Rosemount®, Daniel®, Ovation™, and AMS Suite.

About Emerson

Emerson, based in St. Louis, Missouri, USA, is a global leader in bringing technology and engineering together to provide innovative solutions for customers in industrial, commercial, and consumer markets through its network power, process management, industrial automation, climate technologies, and appliance and tools businesses. Sales in fiscal 2009 were $20.9 billion. For more information, visit www.Emerson.com.

DeltaV and RS3 are marks of Emerson Process Management legal entities. All other marks are the property of their respective owners.

Oil and gas producer to use innovative technologies to capitalize on Norwegian Continental Shelf development, new opportunities in shale gas, heavy oil, and deep-water production

STAVANGER, Norway (August 24, 2010) - Emerson Process Management, a global business of Emerson (NYSE: EMR), is one of three suppliers chosen for a long-term frame agreement with Norway's Statoil that positions Emerson to bid on future automation and safety systems for the international oil and gas producer.

The agreement supports Statoil's strategy of using innovative technologies to solve the energy needs of the future, including making the most of emerging opportunities in shale gas, heavy oil, and deep-water production, as well as further development of the Norwegian Continental Shelf. Emerson's integrated safety and automation system - which includes its DeltaV™ digital automation system and DeltaV SIS™ process safety system - will help Statoil maximize production while reducing operating costs and minimizing safety and environmental risks.

Statoil and Emerson recently collaborated to apply Emerson's Smart Wireless technology on two offshore platforms. Emerson has found that wireless measurement networks offer significant cost and weight savings in such applications.

"It's exciting to work with customers as forward-thinking as Statoil," said Steve Sonnenberg, president of Emerson Process Management. "We expect this new agreement to strengthen our existing relationship - and open the door to new opportunities for improved results."

The five-year frame agreement covers process safety and automation systems, including engineering services, for new capital projects as well as upgrades to existing facilities, and includes the option to renew for two additional two-year terms. Emerson will continue to provide control valves, measurement instruments, asset management solutions, and related services to help Statoil optimize its operations.

About Emerson Process Management

Emerson Process Management (www.EmersonProcess.com), an Emerson business, is a leader in helping businesses automate their production, processing and distribution in the chemical, oil and gas, refining, pulp and paper, power, water and wastewater treatment, mining and metals, food and beverage, life sciences, and other industries. The company combines superior products and technology with industry-specific engineering, consulting, project management, and maintenance services. Its brands include PlantWeb™, Syncade™, DeltaV™, DeltaV SIS™, Fisher®, Micro Motion®, Rosemount®, Daniel®, Ovation™, and AMS Suite.

About Emerson

Emerson (NYSE: EMR), based in St. Louis, Missouri, USA, is a global leader in bringing technology and engineering together to provide innovative solutions for customers in industrial, commercial, and consumer markets through its network power, process management, industrial automation, climate technologies, and appliance and tools businesses. Sales in fiscal 2009 were $20.9 billion. For more information, visit www.Emerson.com.

Check out the Live Meeting Deminar: PID Control of Runaway Processes recorded August 25, 2010. For more information and details about upcoming events, visit ModelingandControl.com. The EmersonProcessXperts.com blog has additional information from the event.

The Fault-Tolerant Server provides continuous operations for critical applications. (256KB PDF)

Enhancements to the PID block for wireless loops improve performance, simplify tuning, and inherently protect against failures. (728KB PDF)

The DeltaV S-series AS-i Interface Cards provide the solutions for interfacing to discrete actuators and sensors. (319KB PDF)

The DeltaV S-series DC/DC system power supply delivers more current on the 12-VDC I/O interface power bus and eliminates the need for 24- to 12-VDC bulk power supplies. All controller and I/O power can be sourced from 24-VDC bulk power supplies. (283KB PDF)

The DeltaV S-series DeviceNet Interface Cards provide the solutions for interfacing to discrete actuators and sensors. (274KB PDF)

DeltaV's S-series Electronic Marshalling delivers a new level of control system I/O performance with unprecedented flexibility and ease of use. (1MB PDF)

The DeltaV Ethernet I/O Card provides an interface to plant floor devices such as PLC's, Motor Control Centers, and Weigh Scales connected to Industrial Ethernet networks using Modbus TCP/IP or Ethernet/IP protocols. (406KB PDF)

Use DeltaV state-of-the-art S-series FOUNDATION fieldbus I/O for your process control system. (484KB PDF)

Use DeltaV state-of-the-art S-series H1 I/O Card with Integrated Power for your process control system. (322KB PDF)

The DeltaV S-series horizontal-mount carriers provide plug-and-play ease for your I/O subsystems. (387KB PDF)

The DeltaV S-series Profibus DP Interface Cards provide the solutions for interfacing to discrete actuators and sensors. (281KB PDF)

DeltaV Sequence of Events provides a means of recording the events associated with a process upset, and using highly accurate time stamps to determine the precise order in which they occurred. (502KB PDF)

DeltaV S-series Serial Interface cards provide a connection between the DeltaV system and other devices. (319KB PDF)

The DeltaV S-series Traditional I/O subsystem is easy to install and maintain. (855KB PDF)

DeltaV S-series Zone 2 Remote I/O scanners provide communication and control between the field devices and the other nodes on the control network. (456KB PDF)

The SD Plus Controller provides all the features, functions and memory needed for large batch and other memory-intensive applications. (447KB PDF)

The SX Controller provides all the features and functions of the SD Plus Controller, with twice the capacity. (447KB PDF)

Use DeltaV state-of-the-art Wireless I/O for your process control system. (470KB PDF)

A collaborative approach to system lifecycle management with Emerson will reduce risk and costs, delivering improved return on investment (ROI) on the DeltaV system while maximizing business benefits. (329KB PDF)

When it comes to innovative automation offerings, nothing compares to Emerson's PlantWeb Experience (103KB PDF), which combines the premier asset management application tightly integrated with the world's first digital automation system.

Check out the Live Meeting Deminar: PID Control of True Integrating Processes recorded August 11, 2010. For more information and details about upcoming events, visit ModelingandControl.com. The EmersonProcessXperts.com blog has additional information from the event.

Join Greg McMillan with Jim Cahill today for Greg's next Live Deminar, PID Control of True Integrating Processes. This deminar is free and will start at 10am CDT / 13:00 UTC.

Greg's Process Control Lab site is now live where you can go and try some of the PID control techniques that he teaches in this deminar series.

To join in, at 10am go to http://bit.ly/JC-LiveMeeting.

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