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May 31, 2006
Control System Security Assessment Service Data Sheet
Emerson's Control System Security Assessment Service can help ensure your control system security conditions meet your requirements for system availability and operational integrity. (611KB PDF)
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May 30, 2006
DeltaV SISnet Repeater Product Data Sheet Update
The SISnet Repeater is used when safety-critical inter-trip signals are needed across a physically spread-out plant. (461KB PDF)
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May 29, 2006
Endress+Hauser GmbH Gammapilot M Rev 1 Fieldbus Device Files
In Emerson's continuing commitment to open and interoperable standards, the Endress+Hauser GmbH Gammapilot M Rev 1 has passed the rigorous and comprehensive testing of the DeltaV Stress Test labs. Using the DeltaV system's Foundation Fieldbus Device Downloads utility, these fieldbus device files are now available for use.
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May 26, 2006
DeltaV SIS Logic Solver Product Data Sheet Update
DeltaV SIS is the world’s first smart SIS system to use the power of predictive intelligence to increase the availability of the entire safety instrumented function. (763KB PDF)
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May 25, 2006
Emerson's DeltaV System Enhanced for More Precise Control and Operation
Emerson Process Management enhanced DeltaV system software with the release of version 8.4 software. Included in this release is easier access to historical data, easier data backup, and an enhanced operator interface. This enables operators to more quickly access necessary key process parameters and respond more quickly to ongoing operational needs.
“This software release makes it easier for operators to view and save important operating data,” said David Deitz director of marketing for the DeltaV system. “Now operators can view historical trends directly in the DeltaV Operate view helping them make better decisions. This release provides for either scheduled or automated real-time data backups to historical database applications improving data integrity. We’ve also improved our operating console with a four-monitor workstation with more screen ‘real estate’ so operators can view faceplates, trends and other windows, without blocking their primary control graphics. The operator console can now have a completely configurable operator keyboard to speed operator responses to ongoing activities.”
For more on the v8.4 release, visit www.EasyDeltaV.com/version84.
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May 24, 2006
DeltaV Widescreen Alarm Banner/Toolbar
Jon Gray shares a new item in the DeltaV Application Exchange. The DeltaV Widescreen Alarm Banner/Toolbar allows the use of Widescreen resolutions on hardware that supports widescreen (1280x768 or similar resolution). Thanks Jon!!
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May 23, 2006
ISE Magtech LTM-300 Rev 1 Fieldbus Device Files
In Emerson's continuing commitment to open and interoperable standards, the ISE Magtech LTM-300 Rev 1 has passed the rigorous and comprehensive testing of the DeltaV Stress Test labs. Using the DeltaV system's Foundation Fieldbus Device Downloads utility, these fieldbus device files are now available for use.
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May 22, 2006
Batch Executive Product Data Sheet Update
The DeltaV Batch Executive manages everything from recipe execution to history collection. It is responsible for carrying out batch procedures, coordinating communication between phases, and allocating equipment and other resources required by a batch. (252KB PDF)
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May 19, 2006
The Alarm Management Handbook in the DeltaV Bookstore
The Alarm Management Handbook by Bill Hollifield and Eddie Habibiis now available in the DeltaV Bookstore.
The Alarm Management Handbook fills a void in an important technology area within the process industries that has been kept under wraps until now, with the specific aim of improving safety and reliability at the world's process plants. This comprehensive and easy-to-read book provides step-by-step instructions on how process plant personnel can improve their alarm management systems, including development of an alarm philosophy, rationalization of existing alarm strategies, and the application of real-time alarm management.
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May 18, 2006
Emerson's DeltaV System Enhanced for Abnormal Situation Prevention
Emerson Process Management released version 8.4 of DeltaV™ system software. Standard HART® device status information can now be used to generate PlantWeb® alerts for any HART device permitting predictive diagnostics that can head off plant abnormal situations. Conditional alarming has been extended to FOUNDATION™ fieldbus devices to make intelligent field devices more discriminating to reduce nuisance alarms.
“Operators need to know when critical field devices are in need of attention and need not be bothered when devices and processes are operating normally,” said Dave Deitz director of marketing for the DeltaV system. “By extending our PlantWeb alerts to HART protocol devices we can alert maintenance and operations personnel to potential trouble areas heading off potential process disruptions. Similarly, by adding conditional alarming to FOUNDATION fieldbus devices it is possible to suppress nuisance alarms that interfere with attention to process operations.” Now the DeltaV controller routes device alerts from HART devices to operators and/or maintenance personnel. This extension of PlantWeb alerts to HART devices is significant for installed base customers who can now take advantage of hidden predictive diagnostics in their installed legion of HART devices” says Dave Deitz. Emerson Process Management intelligent field devices also generate specific error messages making troubleshooting easier. The conditional alarms “on,” “and/or,” or “off” delay time configurations to make devices more responsible to temporary transient conditions reducing the numbers of nuisance alarms.
For more on the v8.4 release, visit www.EasyDeltaV.com/version84.
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May 17, 2006
Press Release: Emerson helps Solutia upgrade plant control system at chemical plant in Wales
Phased migration to DeltaV™ digital automation system brings increased reliability and a standard control system across all of the company's sites
AUSTIN, TEXAS (May 17, 2006) – Emerson Process Management has completed the second phase of a major upgrade of the control system at the Solutia chemical manufacturing plant in Newport, South Wales, migrating their existing control system to a DeltaV™ digital automation system. The three-phase project restructures the system architecture to a high speed, fiber-based system; upgrades existing PROVUE™ consoles to the latest DeltaV consoles; and integrates the three existing control rooms into one centralized location.
Since 1982, the Emerson PROVOX® distributed control system at the Solutia plant has provided flexible and reliable control. It has been well maintained and regularly upgraded, with Emerson keeping Solutia fully advised about the continued availability of spares and support. However, much of the equipment is now approaching 20 years old, and the need to run the plant continuously, combined with pressure for improved product quality and reduced downtime, meant that Solutia needed to plan for the time when spares would no longer be available.
Emerson worked with Solutia on a worldwide basis to develop a System Life Plan. This involved assessing the systems investment and prioritizing the needs of individual sites. The Newport plant was planned for phased migration from the current DCS to the DeltaV system. The objectives of the upgrade include increased flexibility, increased speed of communications, more robust infrastructure, increased reliability and a standardized control system across the company's manufacturing sites.
Solutia needed to restructure their system architecture in line with current needs, and wanted to take advantage of the benefits of the latest fiber optic networks. Phase I of the project was to upgrade from the PROVOX Highway 1 based on copper cable to the much faster Highway 2 network that uses fiber optic technology. This was implemented by two Emerson engineers working on site with four Solutia engineers.
To reduce the time the plant would be off-line, preparatory work and the installation of new hardware and associated cabling were completed in advance. The upgrade was finished within the two-day planned shutdown that was scheduled for the company to carry out major maintenance work and in-vessel inspections. The project required just 30 hours to complete, and the plant was back on line as planned. The changeover was straightforward, and there have been no further interruptions to production.
The second phase of the project was to upgrade the operator consoles that were approaching the end of their life. Solutia has one console in operation in the plant production area and is planning to install a further three, one of which will be used for systems development. All will be Windows-based.
Phase 3 of the project involves consolidating the three existing control rooms into one centralized control room. This integration will provide cost savings and improvements in efficiency. It will also ensure that all units are operated from a location well removed from major accident hazards. Completion of this phase will enable multiple production units to be run from a central location.
As part of a separate project, the boiler plant on site now has a DeltaV controller acting as an interface between a PLC and the operator station. The DeltaV controller was chosen for the interface based on its flexibility for the application. It also enables remote operation of the boiler. The interface application enabled Solutia to evaluate the potential power and flexibility of the DeltaV system.
The migration to the DeltaV system is proving to be a great success and the upgrades have all been completed within the time allowed for the shut down required for the statutory inspections. No additional plant closures have been necessary. The objectives of the upgrade are being met.
Hi-Res Photos available.
About Solutia in Newport, South Wales
The 316-acre Solutia site is three miles from the center of Newport and close to the point where the River Usk joins the Severn estuary. The plant and its 200 employees produce over 150,000 tons of product annually. Product lines include organic phosphonates, intermediates and plasticizers that are used in the manufacture of washing powders, floor coverings, tires, safety windows and windscreens.
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, food and beverage, pharmaceutical and other industries. The company combines superior products and technology with industry-specific engineering, consulting, project management and maintenance services. Its brands include PlantWeb®, Fisher®, Micro Motion®, Rosemount®, Mobrey®, Daniel®, Bristol®, DeltaV™, Ovation®, and AMS™ Suite.
About Emerson
Emerson is a global leader in bringing technology and engineering together to provide innovative solutions to customers through its network power, process management, industrial automation, climate technologies, and appliance and tools businesses. Sales in fiscal 2005 were $17.3 billion. For more information, visit www.GoToEmerson.com.
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May 16, 2006
Classic I/O Product Data Sheet Update
The DeltaV I/O subsystem decreases capital equipment costs, decreases installation time and expense, and increases productivity. (305KB PDF)
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May 15, 2006
From Design to Startup and Beyond
If at first you don’t succeed - that’s just human. Wouldn’t it be great to be able to check out your control strategies before startup? Wouldn’t it be good to be able to train your operators well before startup so any operating errors that crop up don’t result in that uncomfortable meeting in front of plant management? It is possible and inexpensive to check out your entire configuration and train operators on startup process operations using process simulators. The feature article in the April 2006 issue of Control magazine, From Design to Startup and Beyond, shows how control and process simulators like DeltaV Simulate and Mimic can cut startup time and avoid lost product on startup. (778KB PDF)
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May 12, 2006
Guardian Support Checklist for Understanding System Product-related Communication
The new Services Data Sheet "Checklist for Understanding System Product-related Communication" provides a better understanding of the responsibilities that Emerson’s customers and support companies have regarding the distribution and application of System Product Related Communication for Guardian Support customers. (291KB PDF)
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May 11, 2006
Need for Cost Effective Systems Drives Safety and Control Integration
So you’ve heard the conflicting vendor claims that their safety instrumented system is “proven” or “integrated,” but just what can you believe. Everyone is going to tout their best features. This decision is just too important to be made based on ads in a magazine. Isn’t there someone that can put the information in proper perspective?
Well, the ARC Advisory group’s Asish Gosh is a recognized, non-partisan, industry expert in safety systems. He gives his SIS recommendations in the 4 page ARC Insight, “Need for Cost Effective Systems Drives Safety and Control Integration”. In this piece he gives his analysis of the state of the industry today and wraps up with his 3 recommendations for evaluating your SIS choices. (139KB PDF)
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May 9, 2006
Press Release: Emerson supplies PlantWeb digital automation architecture and system integration services for Brunei Shell Petroleum platform
Emerson uses PlantWeb with FOUNDATION fieldbus devices and DeltaV™ systems to enable completely unmanned operation of Champion West Field platform
AUSTIN, TEXAS (May 9, 2006) – Emerson Process Management today announced that its PlantWeb® digital automation architecture and system integration services have helped Brunei Shell Petroleum Co. Sdn Bhd (BSP) start up its Phase III Champion West oil and gas field platform. The platform, located off the coast of Brunei, operates completely unmanned.
PlantWeb uses a FOUNDATION fieldbus network of intelligent devices and Emerson's DeltaV™ digital system to provide an operational overview of the Phase III platform, which is monitored by engineers and operators at the main manned complex 10 km away, on the Champion West Drilling Platform - 1 (CWDP-1). The Phase III platform installation also features remote control and monitoring from Onshore Control Centre, in Brunei.
Emerson Malaysia is responsible for design, engineering, configuration, and commissioning of the PlantWeb digital automation solution. The contract was awarded in 2004, and the platform was commissioned and started up in December 2005.
The installed PlantWeb architecture included Emerson's DeltaV digital automation system, networked with intelligent field devices using the open standard FOUNDATION fieldbus communications technology. Emerson supplied smart digital devices including Rosemount® pressure, level and temperature transmitters; Micro Motion® Coriolis flow meters; and Fisher® valves with FIELDVUE® digital valve controllers.
The Emerson instrumentation and equipment on the Phase III platform interfaced with that of other international vendors using open, standards-based FOUNDATION fieldbus and OPC technology. The DeltaV system connected to third-party shutdown systems, multiphase meters, and a DCS on another platform.
"Champion West illustrates the exceptional capabilities of Emerson Process Management in the offshore industry," said Mike Train, president of Emerson Process Management Asia Pacific. "We were delighted to have been named to supply PlantWeb digital architecture and services for the Brunei Shell Petroleum project."
The Champion West project is one of the various projects Emerson has completed for Shell companies. Others included the Malampaya offshore platform for Shell Philippines, the E-11 Hub for Sarawak Shell, and South Furious for Sabah Shell. Most are unmanned, and use PlantWeb digital architecture.
Hi-Res Photo is available.
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 components in the oil and gas, chemical, pulp and paper, power, food and beverage, pharmaceutical, semiconductor, and other industries. The company combines superior products and technology with industry-specific engineering, consulting, project management and maintenance services. Its brands include PlantWeb®, Fisher®, Rosemount®, Micro Motion®, Mobrey®, Daniel®, Bristol®, DeltaV™, Ovation®, and AMS™ Suite
About Emerson
Emerson (NYSE: EMR), based in St. Louis, is a global leader in bringing technology and engineering together to provide innovative solutions to customers through its network power, process management, industrial automation, climate technologies, and appliance and tools businesses. Sales in fiscal 2005 were $17.3 billion. For more information, visit www.GoToEmerson.com.
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Checklist for Understanding System Product-related Communication
The new Services Data Sheet "Checklist for Understanding System Product-related Communication" provides a better understanding of the responsibilities that Emerson’s customers and support companies have regarding the distribution and application of System Product Related Communication for Foundation Support customers. (320KB PDF)
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May 8, 2006
New DeltaV OTS Express Whitepaper
DeltaV OTS Express changes the game in operator training solutions with an affordable, focused training solution that’s faster to implement and easier to maintain. (86KB PDF)
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May 4, 2006
DeltaV Video Case Study: Rompetrol
The DeltaV Video Case Study, Rompetrol Modernizes Safety Instrumented System to Achieve IEC 61511 Safety Standards, reviews how Romania’s largest refinery draws on Emerson’s global certified safety expertise and smart SIS technology including the DeltaV SIS system to meet the IEC 61511 global safety standards. (13:05 minutes)
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May 3, 2006
New DeltaV Documentation Library Product Data Sheet
The DeltaV Documentation Library comprises six hard copy manuals which is a great resource for managing your DeltaV system. (130KB PDF)
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May 1, 2006
Press Release: Emerson wins Bergesen Worldwide contract to digitally automate one of the world's largest ships for production, storage and offloading of oil
Emerson's project management expertise and PlantWeb® architecture selected to speed startup and minimize operating costs
AUSTIN, TEXAS (May 1, 2006) – Emerson Process Management, a business of Emerson (NYSE:EMR), announced today that it has been awarded a contract from Bergesen Worldwide Offshore for supplying a safety and automation system (SAS), process instrumentation, and fiscal metering system for the FPSO BW Enterprise, one of the world's largest vessels of its kind for production, storage, processing and offloading of oil.
The project is part of Bergesen Worldwide Offshore's effort to convert the tanker BW Enterprise, which measures 340 meters long by 65 meters wide, to a floating, production, storage and offloading (FPSO) vessel. The FPSO will process oil from satellite fields in addition to importing oil from other platforms, then mix and store it for delivery to tankers or via pipelines to refineries. There are currently 61 FPSOs operating worldwide, and the BW Enterprise is one of 11 being added.
Quickly getting to first oil is critical, and the BW Enterprise will start production in the spring of 2007 from the KMZ fields in the Gulf of Mexico and will become the first FPSO in the region. The FPSOs production capacity will be 200,000 bbl/d, gas compression capacity 120 MMscf/d, import of oil 550,000 bbl/d, offloading capacity 1,200,000 bbl/d, oil export (pipeline) 200,000 bbl/d,with storage capacity of 2,400,000 bbl, and gas export of 120 MMscf/d.
Emerson will supply its PlantWeb® digital automation architecture including digital FOUNDATION fieldbus communications, digital automation systems, and intelligent field devices. PlantWeb integrates operations for optimum process control, operational excellence, and management information. A network of intelligent transmitters, analyzers, valves, and equipment monitors delivers continuous process and equipment "health" information. The predictive capabilities of PlantWeb will deliver high uptime for the BW Enterprise's process system, marine systems, power systems and security systems.
"We've chosen Emerson as our partner and included the company in the integrated team, partly responsible for the DCS/SAS project handling, because of its leading competencies in oil and gas installations," said Thore Stubberud, EIT Manager, of Bergesen Worldwide Offshore AS. "In addition, PlantWeb shall help us minimize operating and maintenance costs related to these systems and improve efficiencies, which is important for Bergesen Worldwide Offshore as the owner responsible for the operation of the FPSO."
Also included in the project is Emerson's SIL 3 classified smart Safety Instrumented System (SIS). This is the first SIS available with integrated asset management solutions based on HART technology, making it possible to achieve optimum availability because the complete safety loop is checked continuously. The smart SIS uses digital intelligence to automate testing throughout the safety loop — in safety-certified SIS sensors, transmitters, logic solvers and final elements — to ensure the loops perform on demand. The resulting high reliability of safety systems reduces the risk of FPSO trips, which keeps customers up and running. The project will meet the requirements of safety standard IEC 61511, and includes TÜV-approved project handling.
The intelligent field devices being used on the project include Rosemount® pressure, flow, and temperature transmitters. Fisher® control valves are included for temperature, liquid level and gas pressure control. The contract includes special valve trims to cope with aerodynamic noise, high pressure drop to inlet pressure ratio and cavitation issues. All valves are fitted with FIELDVUE® digital valve controllers with advanced diagnostic capabilities for condition-based predictive maintenance.
Emerson will also supply the world's first smart skid for the project, complete with DeltaV™ digital automation system, and including Daniel® five stream, liquid ultrasonic fiscal metering systems with a 30" bi-directional prover and S600 steam flow computers.
"Bergesen Worldwide Offshore is a leader in the provision and operations of FPSOs, and we are honored to join their integrated team," commented John Berra, president of Emerson Process Management. "This is another great opportunity to convert the breadth of smart applications and predictive intelligence of PlantWeb digital architecture into project benefits that carry on through to deliver operational excellence at reduced cost."
Hi-Res Photo is available.
About Bergesen Worldwide Offshore
Bergesen Worldwide Offshore AS (www.bwoffshore.com) is a company in the Bergesen Worldwide Group, which is one of the largest privately owned maritime organizations and also includes Bergesen Gas ASA and World-Wide Shipping. Bergesen World-Wide Offshore is a leading contractor of floating production, storage and offloading ships (FPSO) which focuses on converting tankers. The fleet consists today of 5 oil FPSOs, 2 LPG FPSOs and 1 Arctic oil FSO, with a total capacity of 2 million dead weight tons (dwt), including ongoing projects. Bergesen Worldwide Offshore AS was formed in 1999 as a separate unit in Bergesen D.Y ASA, which has a fleet with 83 gas tankers (total 5.80 million cubic meters), 12 dry bulk tankers (totalling 3.02 million dwt) and 23 oil tankers (totalling 6.71 millions dwt).
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, food and beverage, pharmaceutical and other industries. The company combines superior products and technology with industry-specific engineering, consulting, project management and maintenance services. Its brands include PlantWeb®, Fisher®, Micro Motion®, Rosemount®, Mobrey®, Daniel®, Bristol®, DeltaV™, Ovation®, and AMS™ Suite.
About Emerson
Emerson is a global leader in bringing technology and engineering together to provide innovative solutions to customers through its network power, process management, industrial automation, climate technologies, and appliance and tools businesses. Sales in fiscal 2005 were $17.3 billion. For more information, visit www.GoToEmerson.com.
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New DeltaV ATEX Instruction Sheets
Two new ATEX Instruction Sheets:
KJ2004X1-BA1 Remote Interface Unit
KJ1710X1-BA1 Single Port Fiber Switch
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