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| Emerson's fieldbus technology used to upgrade temperature monitoring at largest UK coal fired power station |
11 February 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management has supplied FOUNDATION fieldbus based Rosemount temperature transmitters and interface units to transmit data from over 500 temperature monitoring points on one of the boiler and turbine systems at Drax Power Station, the largest, cleanest and most efficient coal fired power station in the United Kingcom. |
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| Hasteloy tube & high pressure options for Brooks Instrument QUANTIM Coriolis mass flow meter |
11 February 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management announces the release of two new critical options for its Brooks Instrument QUANTIM Coriolis family of low-flow measurement products. A Hastelloy C-22 Coriolis sensing tube is available for use in environments encountering corrosive fluids, and the high pressure option can be specified for use in applications with pipeline pressures up to 4500 psi (300 bar). These options can be provided on the QMBM (meter) and QMBS (sensor) products. |
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| PlantWeb installation with digital automation project for Alexandria Carbon Black Company in Egypt |
10 February 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management has recently completed the installation and startup of PlantWeb digital plant architecture with FOUNDATION fieldbus technology on a fourth production line at the Alexandria Carbon Black Company. The company, Egypt's only manufacturer of carbon black, installed the new line to meet increased demand for its carbon black products which are used in the manufacture of tires, rubber products, plastics, inks, dyes and paints. |
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| One of world's largest LNG projects using Emerson's automation contracting and PlantWeb digital architecture |
10 February 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management, a business of Emerson, announced today the completion of digital automation engineering and design for the $12 billion Qatargas II facilities expansion, one of the world's largest Liquefied Natural Gas projects. |
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| Emerson helps Solutia upgrade plant control system at chemical plant in Wales |
09 February 2007 - Emerson Process Management 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. |
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| Emerson announces first MultiVariable FOUNDATION fieldbus transmitter with fully compensated mass flow |
09 February 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management has introduced the Rosemount 3095 MultiVariable transmitter with FOUNDATION fieldbus communications technology and fully compensated mass flow functionality. A first for the process industry, the new mass flowmeter is an extension to the industry-leading, field-proven Rosemount 3095 platform, and an addition to the intelligent field device functionality of Emerson's PlantWeb digital plant architecture. |
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| Water quality monitoring system has performance verified by the EPA |
08 February 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management today announced that the performance of the Rosemount Analytical Model WQS water quality monitoring system has been verified by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Environmental Technology Verification program. |
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| Emerson expands Rosemount Conditioning Orifice Plate offering to high pressure applications |
08 February 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson has enhanced its Rosemount 1595 Conditioning Orifice Plate for use in high pressure applications to ANSI 2500 and DIN PN100 and process applications requiring material compatibility such has hastelloy, monel and 304L SS. The Rosemount 1595 has extended use into applications involving installations between orifice fittings with the Universal plate style. The Rosemount 405C Compact Conditioning Plate product line now offers a unique centering option for ANSI, DIN and JIS standards which help facilitate proper alignment between pipe flanges, reducing installation time. |
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| Rosemount radar level measurement capabilities to help users enhance safety and efficiency |
07 February 2007 - Emerson Process Management With its Rosemount 3300 Series Guided Wave Radar Level and Interface Transmitter already installed in thousands of level measurement applications worldwide, Emerson now expands the 3300 Series to help users enhance safety and efficiency in extreme environments. |
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| Emerson launches DeltaV Operator Training Solution to improve operator and plant effectiveness |
07 February 2007 - Emerson Process Management DeltaV OTS is a complete simulator-based learning environment designed to prevent operator error which can result in accidents, product loss, or costly plant shutdowns. The need to prevent operator error was recently confirmed by a study of chemical manufacturers which indicated that 37% of plant incidents could be categorized by incorrect operator actions. |
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| Emerson introduces Rosemount Analytical X-STREAM gas analyzers for real-time process improvements |
06 February 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management has introduced the Rosemount Analytical X-STREAM series of process gas analyzers. The X-STREAM analyzers offer single and dual channel analysis utilizing infrared, ultraviolet and visible photometry, paramagnetic and electrochemical oxygen, and thermal conductivity sensor technologies. X-STREAM analyzers provide real-time control to help customers fine-tune their processes for increased productivity and profitability. |
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| Emerson's advanced gas analyzer technology provides on-line analysis of hydrogen cooled generators |
06 February 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management has introduced a special configuration of the Rosemount Analytical CAT 100 continuous gas analyzer transmitter to meet all of the measurement requirements for hydrogen cooled turbine generators in electrical power plants. |
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| Emerson extends FIELDVUE digital valve controller capabilities to nuclear safety related applications |
05 February 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management announces the availability of Fisher FIELDVUE digital valve controllers for highly critical valve applications within nuclear power generating facilities. |
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| Emerson's Fisher sanitary pressure regulators now available in expanded sizes, trim options & spring ranges |
05 February 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management's Fisher Type SR5 sanitary pressure regulators and Type SR8 sanitary back pressure regulators have expanded to include 2-inch and 3-inch models. These larger models, suitable for CIP/SIP applications, will complete Emerson's unmatched size portfolio of sanitary products (ranging from 1/2-inch up to 3-inch port sizes). |
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| Emerson's Fisher sanitary pressure regulators available in expanded sizes, trim options & spring ranges |
05 February 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management's Fisher Type SR5 sanitary pressure regulators and Type SR8 sanitary back pressure regulators have expanded to include 2-inch and 3-inch models. These larger models, suitable for CIP/SIP applications, will complete Emerson's unmatched size portfolio of sanitary products (ranging from 1/2-inch up to 3-inch port sizes). |
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| Emerson chosen to digitally automate Mexico's first liquefied natural gas regasification terminal |
04 February 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management announced that it has been chosen as Main Automation Contractor for the Altamira LNG Regasification Terminal, currently under construction near the city of Tampico on the Gulf of Mexico. |
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| Emerson introduces autocalibration systems for in-situ oxygen measurement |
04 February 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management recently unveiled the Rosemount Analytical SPS 4001B, IMPS 4000 and MPS 3000 autocalibration systems for in-situ oxygen analyzers that are enhanced with fully accessible subcomponents for convenient maintenance. When used in combination with the unique features provided by the Rosemount Analytical Oxymitter and World Class 3000 analyzers, these cost-effective autocalibration systems ensure that O2 measurements are always accurate without having to manually initiate calibrations, safely keeping workers off the stack and operations running at optimal efficiency. |
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| PH sensor with new pHaser reference technology for accuracy in low-conductivity pH Measurements |
04 February 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management today introduced the all-new Rosemount Analytical Model 3200HP pH sensor with pHaser reference technology. This innovative technology eliminates junction potential by controlling the flow of reference electrolyte through laser-drilled capillary junctions. |
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| New release features enhanced capability, redesigned controller & I/O modules, & new engineering tools |
03 February 2007 - Emerson Process Management The latest release of the Emerson's Ovation expert control system features a restyled controller and I/O modules that offer improved environmental compatibility and better protection of the electronics, lower power requirements, enhanced performance though a redesigned hardware and software architecture, and enhanced serviceability. |
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| Online vibration monitoring using CSI 4500 Machinery Health Monitor prevents unexpected shutdowns |
03 February 2007 - Emerson Process Management Using Emerson's CSI 4500 Machinery Health Monitor, Mondi Business Paper has significantly reduced the number of unexpected shutdowns at its mill in Richards Bay, South Africa. |
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| Emerson enhances Machinery Health Management training with new facilities and management |
02 February 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management has redesigned its Machinery Health Management training program to boost the effective learning experience. |
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| Emerson's DeltaV system enhanced for abnormal situation prevention |
02 February 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management released version 8.4 of DeltaV system software that includes enhancements to help users prevent abnormal situations. DeltaV digital automation systems are a core component of Emerson's open, standards-based PlantWeb digital plant architecture. |
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| New technology for live, continuous turbine health monitoring during transient operations |
02 February 2007 - Emerson Process Management The CSI 4500 Machinery Health Monitor delivers real-time machinery health information so users can run their processes with confidence. Feedback from the CSI 4500 integrates with process automation systems such as Emerson's Ovation and DeltaV digital automation systems. |
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| Multi-year roadmap that provides very specific performance improvement opportunities |
01 February 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management's “Partnering for Power”, a comprehensive strategy that identifies opportunities for improving the performance and efficiency of generation assets, is fueling measurable operational and financial improvements for utilities across the country. To date, more than 20 major utilities have achieved tangible, real-world results, such as improved heat rate and environmental compliance, optimal fleet management, increased ramp rates and lower maintenance costs, translating into millions of dollars in savings. |
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| Ultra for Flow technology available on Rosemount 3095 MultiVariable Transmitters with MODBUS protocol |
01 February 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management has announced the availability of Ultra for Flow technology in the Rosemount 3095 MultiVariable Transmitter with MODBUS protocol. Emerson's award-winning1 Ultra for Flow innovation enables the ability to deliver unparalleled measurement performance in flow applications over wide flow turndowns. |
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| Micro Motion SIS Coriolis flow meters are world's first to be safety-certified to IEC 61508 standards |
01 February 2007 - Emerson Process Management The smart safety instrumented system from Emerson Process Management, an extension of PlantWeb digital plant architecture, is now further enhanced with TÜV certification of Micro Motion SIS Coriolis meters. This certification allows users to boost plant availability by using the technology-leading Micro Motion Coriolis flow and density measurement technology in safety instrumented systems in up to SIL-3 loops, per IEC 61508. The IEC certification reduces costs by eliminating costly documentation and analysis efforts associated with the alternative prior-use methodology of certification. |
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| Newest member of FIELDVUE family is approved for use in potentially explosive atmospheres |
31 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management announces that the Fisher DVC2000 series digital valve controller now has ATEX Certification to EEx ia 11C T4/T5, making it suitable for use in potentially explosive atmospheres. |
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| New Bristol Remote Terminal Unit for applications in oil & gas & water & wastewater industries |
31 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management introduces the ControlWave Express, a versatile, compact, low profile remote terminal unit with exceptionally low power consumption for remote installations. Users can use the Express RTU hardware as a component of networked systems for remote applications, or have the option of selecting the RTU as part of the Bristol ExpressPAC, a complete package system for SCADA applications. |
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| Power generators achieve improved unit, plant, and fleet performance through comprehensive analysis |
31 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management As part of its “Partnering for Power” program, Emerson utilizes plant automation and performance evaluations, before and after benchmarking, and fleet analysis to identify and prioritize opportunities for improvement achievable through advanced technologies, refinement of work processes and optimization of skill sets. |
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| Emerson’s Ovation Expert Control System replaces Legacy Controls |
30 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson's Ovation expert control system was recently installed on Unit 2 of Progress Energy's Roxboro Steam Plant. The Ovation system has already helped the unit improve ramp rates by 3 percent and superheat temperature by +/- 5 degrees Fahrenheit regulation during load ramps. |
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| Emerson boosts role in fiscal oil & gas metering with first smart liquid ultrasonic flowmeter family |
30 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management's new family of smart Daniel Series 3800 liquid ultrasonic meters is the first in the industry to use digital intelligence to deliver diagnostics that help users detect and troubleshoot maintenance problems. Beginning with the Daniel Model 3804 liquid ultrasonic meter, the new smart family is designed for use in custody transfer, allocation measurement, and check metering applications in areas such as offshore platforms, crude and refined product pipelines, and marketing terminals. |
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| Emerson launches global language versions of online PlantWeb University educational program |
30 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management has launched two global language versions of their highly acclaimed PlantWeb University online educational program (www.PlantWebUniversity.com). Free training courses are now available in Chinese and Spanish language. Both language versions offer a user-friendly interface and access to 46 courses and five white papers on the most current automation technology and business topics. |
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| Emerson introduces ATEX certified electro-pneumatic transducer with high output capacity and wide range |
29 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management introduces the Fisher Type i2P-100 electro-pneumatic transducer, which converts milliamp input signals to a switch-selectable proportional pneumatic output signal for lower pneumatic supply consumption and reduced operating costs. The transducer has ATEX certification for Intrinsic Safety (Zone EEx ia IIC T3/T4/T5, Flameproof (Zone EEx d IIC T5/T6) and Type N (Zone EEx nC IIC T5/T6). |
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| Emerson releases new zero drift diagnostic for use on Brooks Instrument mass flow controllers |
29 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management announces the release of a new diagnostic tool which detects and alerts users when the flow sensor on Brooks Instrument mass flow controllers experiences zero drift of more than user specified limits. The Zero Drift Diagnostic is an advanced tool now available for the Brooks Model 7950S MFC. |
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| Simplified filling & dosing systems with new Micro Motion 1500 transmitter & hygienic Coriolis meters |
29 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management The new Micro Motion Model 1500 Filling and Dosing Transmitter from Emerson Process Management offers a unique solution for precise control of the filling process. Using Micro Motion Coriolis sensors, the Model 1500 integrates easily into the machine control system and directly controls pumps and valves. |
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| New Micro Motion F-Series Coriolis sensor offers value and performance |
28 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management brings added high-pressure capability to the Micro Motion F-Series compact Coriolis meter line. Rated to 5000 psi (345 bar), this new Micro Motion F-Series meter offers customers flow and density measurement in demanding, high-pressure environments at flow rates up to 300 lb/min (8160 kg/h). This new solution expands the capability of the Micro Motion F-Series compact design, while expanding the power of Emerson's PlantWeb digital plant architecture to improve manufacturing quality. |
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| Gas flow computer that applies Coriolis mass flow accuracy to fiscal gas measurement |
28 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management introduces the new Micro Motion Model 3711 gas flow computer, the first gas flow computer to use and benefit from the accuracy of Coriolis direct mass flow measurement. Using Micro Motion patented MVD (multivariable digital) technology, the system delivers gas measurement data in compliance with API MPMS Chapter 21.1, and in accordance with AGA8-92 world standards. The new 3711 solution expands the field intelligence power of Emerson's PlantWeb digital architecture. |
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| Emerson's new advanced X-ray system improves process availability |
28 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management announces the arrival and deployment of a new GE Titan 320 kV industrial X-ray system to inspect welds on Micro Motion Coriolis flow meters. Representing an investment of over a half-million dollars, this state-of-the-art, higher-sensitivity, higher-definition X-ray device is the most recent non-destructive testing equipment available. This upgrade is just one of many ways Emerson continues to demonstrate its leadership in quality-controlled manufacturing of Coriolis flowmeters. |
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| Reliability Based Maintenance detects potential equipment failures |
28 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management UK COAL has implemented a Reliability Based Maintenance program utilizing Emerson Process Management's Machinery Health Management technologies. In the year 2005, the program prevented equipment failures which would have resulted in a potential production loss of over $1.8 million USD. Emerson's Machinery Health technologies, including the AMS Suite: Machinery Health Manager predictive maintenance software application, are a key element of the PlantWeb digital plant architecture. |
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| Emerson introduces OxyBalance for improved gas analysis in large combustion processes |
27 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management has unveiled the Rosemount Analytical OxyBalance oxygen display and averaging system for improving gas analysis in large combustion applications. OxyBalance provides vital oxygen data that helps operators set ideal fuel-to-air ratios and effectively balance individual burners or sets of burners. |
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| Emerson adding EDDL enhancements to smart field devices |
27 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management Using the enhancements to the international standard Electronic Device Description Language, Emerson Process Management will boost the functionality of its HART and FOUNDATION fieldbus devices to drive richer graphical user interface displays that enable end users to improve operations and maintenance. |
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| Emerson & Air Liquide Large Industries U.S. LP develop new system for highly accurate gas measurement |
27 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management in cooperation with Air Liquide Large Industries U.S. LP, an American subsidiary of Air Liquide, has announced the development of new software enabling highly accurate measurement of Air Liquide's industrial gas products. The just-released government NIST 23 standards for the calculations and properties of industrial gases and steam are embedded in the special code created by Emerson as part of a multi-year contract with Air Liquide Large Industries U.S. LP. |
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| Emerson affirms leadership with delivery of 500,000th Fisher FIELDVUE digital valve controller |
27 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management today announced it has surpassed sales of one-half million Fisher FIELDVUE digital valve controllers, leading the smart positioner market worldwide. More than two dozen patents have been awarded for this product line to date, and sales of FIELDVUE instruments exceed the total combined sales of several Emerson competitors in this market. |
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| Latest model incorporates Brooks Coriolis sensor technology for extremely low flows in small package |
26 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management Complementing Emerson's Micro Motion Coriolis sensor products, the Brooks QUANTIM QMBS meter extends mass flow measurement to very low flow ranges of between 0.001 kg/hr to 28.0 kg/hr. The new Brooks Coriolis sensor adds to the breadth of applications for Emerson's PlantWeb digital plant architecture. |
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| Emerson introduces first fully integrated wireless remote monitoring system for inventory management |
26 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management has announced the Rosemount 753R with iTraX web-based monitoring system for inventory management. First in the industry to integrate smart sensors, communications and self-contained power into a single packaged solution, the new monitoring system includes intelligent Rosemount 753R indicators that provide reliable wireless communication of measurement data, alerts, and device health status through established cellular networks. The data is accessed via the secure iTraX web interface. |
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| Emerson announces next generation enhancements to Micro Motion Coriolis flowmeters |
26 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management has announced next-generation MVD (multivariable digital) technology and sensor design innovations that set new industry standards for accuracy, stability, and versatility of the company's Micro Motion Coriolis flowmeter offering. The advances deliver breakthroughs in entrained gas measurement performance and patented self-verification technology that allow in-situ assessment of meter calibration of the company's Micro Motion ELITE Coriolis flowmeters. |
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| Combined expertise & technology of two world class companies deliver efficiency & speed to FPSO |
26 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management and Wärtsilä Automation Norway have decided to form an alliance to supply total Electrical & Instrumentation systems in the Floating, Production, Storage and Offloading segment. The alliance brings together the process management knowledge and digital automation architecture of Emerson with the power and vessel automation systems expertise and products of Wärtsilä, enabling delivery of integrated systems with leading technologies from both companies. |
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| Approximately 60 percent of new Port Westward plant to utilize digital bus technologies |
25 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management announced today that installation of Emerson's PlantWeb digital plant architecture with the Ovation expert control system is underway at the new Port Westward power plant in Clatskanie , Oregon . |
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| Emerson offers new comprehensive SIS training courses online |
25 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management is now offering comprehensive courses on smart Safety Instrumented Systems with eLearning online training (www.emersonprocess.com/education) The new Safety Engineering courses provide in-depth information on SIS design, implementation and service for professionals who are participating in an SIS project in either a primary or a supporting role. |
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| Emerson to digitally automate Peru's largest copper mining company |
25 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management announced today that Southern Peru Copper Corp. has selected PlantWeb digital plant architecture with FOUNDATION fieldbus technology for digital automation of its Ilo Smelter, Peru facility. |
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| New Micro Motion H-Series meter offers electro-polished finish for high sanitary applications |
25 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management has extended its selection of the Micro Motion H-Series line by offering the 15 Ra electro-polished surface finish on its 2-inch line size hygienic Coriolis meter. This new addition expands the H-Series line by offering all five line sizes with the electro-polished finish. For customers needing high-performance flow measurement in hygienic applications, this new Micro Motion Coriolis meter offers customers the ideal solution for applications in need of excellent accuracy and reliability, as required in biotech, pharmaceutical, food and beverage applications, and for the measurement of ultra-pure gas. |
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| Emerson adds laser shaft alignment capability to its Machinery Health Analyzer |
24 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management This pioneering wireless enhancement to the CSI 2130 Machinery Health Analyzer delivers the industry's most complete portable tool to assess and maintain mechanical equipment. |
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| Emerson enhances Rosemount Analytical multivariable transmitter with |
24 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management Further increasing the range of transmitters capable of intelligent FOUNDATION fieldbus communications, Emerson Process Management announces the latest release of the Rosemount Analytical Model Xmt two wire transmitter for liquid analysis. |
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| New integral transmitter for expands the array of process control applications |
24 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management has introduced the Model 2400S transmitter with next-generation MVD technology, the first integral transmitter for the Micro Motion ELITE Coriolis meter. The new Model 2400S expands ELITE meter installation options to include integral mounting or remote mounting in the field, or control room mounting in a DIN rail, panel or rack format. This architectural flexibility enables the widest range of Coriolis process control applications available. |
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| New Fisher Regulator Rev. 7 CD includes product application guides and Update Wizard |
24 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management's 'Pressure Regulator Literature & Utility Programs' CD is now available with expanded features. The new Rev. 7 CD includes product application guides, an Update Wizard, and a sales representative locator. |
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| Emerson supplies PlantWeb digital automation architecture and system integration services |
23 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management today announced that its PlantWeb digital automation architecture and system integration services have helped Brunei Shell Petroleum Co. Sdn Bhd start up its Phase III Champion West oil and gas field platform. The platform, located off the coast of Brunei, operates completely unmanned. |
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| Suncor Energy selects Emerson for automation solutions for North American refineries & oil sands facilities |
23 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management Suncor Energy Inc. and Emerson Process Management, a business of Emerson, announced today a 7-year agreement that names Emerson as Suncor's supplier for automation products, solutions, and services for capital projects at new and existing North American facilities. |
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| Emerson & Siemens to enhance offerings enabling both companies to expand support of global standards |
23 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management and Siemens Automation and Drives announced today their expansion of system interfaces to enable both companies to expand support of global fieldbus standards. The companies will exchange technology and engineering support to add the interfaces that extend their systems and software to offer customers expanded global interoperability and greater functionality. |
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| Emerson SIS engineers are first to be certified by TÜV to IEC 61511 |
23 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management After rounds of audits in all world areas, the TÜV organization has certified that all of the engineering work done by safety instrumented systems engineers from Emerson Process Management consistently meets the requirements of the IEC 61511 global standard for functional safety in the process industries. The certificates were presented to Phill Turner, SIS project operations manager of Emerson by Josef Neuman of TÜV. |
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| Eleven user-friendly courses focus on fundamentals |
22 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management As part of an ongoing effort to provide manufacturing professionals with relevant educational information on the latest technology developments, Emerson Process Management now offers courses on safety instrumented systems at their PlantWeb University online learning center (www.PlantWebUniversity.com). |
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| Emerson raises the bar with compact, drainable Micro Motion F-Series Coriolis meters |
22 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management improves measurement performance and offers safety certification on its popular Micro Motion F-Series line of compact Coriolis meters. With accuracy unmatched by other Coriolis meters in the compact class, Micro Motion F-Series meters now advance further to offer ±0.10% mass flow accuracy, ±0.15% volume accuracy, ±0.50% gas flow accuracy, and ±0.001 g/cc density accuracy. |
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| Emerson raises the bar with compact, drainable Micro Motion F-Series Coriolis meters |
22 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management improves measurement performance and offers safety certification on its popular Micro Motion F-Series line of compact Coriolis meters. With accuracy unmatched by other Coriolis meters in the compact class, Micro Motion F-Series meters now advance further to offer ±0.10% mass flow accuracy, ±0.15% volume accuracy, ±0.50% gas flow accuracy, and ±0.001 g/cc density accuracy. |
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| Emerson announces new range of Mobrey magnetic level gauges |
22 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management has announced a new range of Mobrey magnetic level gauges for the process industries. Based on proven magnetic float technology, the robust Mobrey gauges provide reliable level measurement of all liquids, including aggressive or toxic, without the need for an external power source. As a result, plant engineers can continue to monitor hazardous materials despite planned or unplanned power cuts. |
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| Modular compression technology offers a compact footprint, light weight, modular design |
22 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management today announced that its Copeland Scroll modular compression technology has been launched for offshore oil and gas applications. The compression technology's compact footprint, light weight, modular design and flexibility lend itself for the design and operating constraints of offshore platforms and FPSOs. This proven approach to gas compression is especially suited to help producers optimize and restore production from mature oil and gas fields. |
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| Emerson introduces new generation of high temperature pH sensors |
21 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management today introduced a new generation of high temperature sensors designed specifically for increased sensor life and greater performance in elevated temperature applications. The new generation PERpH-X line of Rosemount Analytical Models 3300HT and 3400HT high temperature pH sensors perform longer in temperatures up to 145°C (293°F). |
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| Emerson introduces extreme temperature Micro Motion Coriolis meters |
21 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management Expanding its family of high temperature Coriolis meters, Emerson Process Management has introduced extreme temperature Micro Motion meters that offer even higher reliability and performance for tough applications. With an extreme process temperature rating of up to 800° F (427° C), the Micro Motion Coriolis meters are now the highest-rated-temperature Coriolis meters available. |
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| Emerson’s PlantWeb digital plant architecture to help improve availability and reliability |
21 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management announced today that it has received a contract to modernize the instrumentation and control systems for Unit 3 of the Karlshamn power plant in Sweden. The contract, which calls for the installation of Emerson's PlantWeb digital plant architecture with the Ovation expert control system, was awarded by Karlshamn Kraft AB, a company within E.ON Nordic and partly owned also by Fortum Generation. |
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| WDPF-to-Ovation migration offers a proven, economical alternative to complete system replacement |
20 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management announced today that it has completed a project to upgrade and unify combustion, turbine control and burner management systems at Pagbilao power station Units 1 and 2 with its Ovation expert control system. The 750-MW plant, operated by Mirant Pagbilao Corp., is located in Quezon, Philippines. |
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| Emerson chosen to automate hydrotreating unit in one of China’s largest refineries |
20 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management announced that it has been chosen to automate a 1.5 million tons per year hydrotreating unit in a refinery in Dalian, China. The refinery is owned by Dalian West Pacific Petrochemical Co. Ltd., better known as WEPEC, a joint venture between Sinochem, PetroChina and Total. |
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| Emerson introduces online operator training with vocal instructor narrations |
20 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management The new operator training course provides in-depth information on the DeltaV system, operator user interface, alarms, trending and module operation. This program is a cost effective alternative to traditional classroom training, as it eliminates the need for costly travel and lodging. |
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| Emerson launches in-plant Smart Wireless solutions for breakthrough performance |
19 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management today announced the launch of in-plant Smart Wireless solutions that enable manufacturers to boost mainstream applications to the next level of reliability and operational performance. Extending Emerson's PlantWeb digital plant architecture, the field-proven Smart Wireless solutions deliver actionable information from assets previously out of physical or economic reach, expanding predictive process and asset management in existing and new facilities. |
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| Emerson makes in-plant wireless easy with introduction of Wireless SmartPack Starter Kit |
19 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management today announced the introduction of the Wireless SmartPack Starter Kit, a configurable suite of wireless technologies and services giving users a risk-free way to gain practical experience with wireless technologies in their own facilities. Emerson's SmartPack comes pre-configured out of the box to immediately form a secure, robust self-organizing wireless network which customers can apply to gain experience with wireless without committing their infrastructure. |
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| NMi-approved Coriolis flowmeters for cryogenic custody transfer with better than 0.5% accuracy |
19 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management announces that Micro Motion meters have been certified by the Nederlands Meetinstituut and approved for custody transfer measurement of cryogenic fluids, such as Liquid Natural Gas. The cryogenic measurement accuracy of better than 0.5% certified by NMi far exceeds the maximum permissible error of 1.5% for cryogenic applications. |
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| Network providers most advanced, cost-effective fiber home solutions from a single vendor |
18 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Network Power, a business of Emerson and the global leader in enabling Business-Critical Continuity, today introduced NetSpan FTTH Solutions to further support the transition from copper to fiber networks, extending its presence in the telecommunications market. Growing customer demand for network bandwidth and the industry trend toward providing triple play services, voice, video, data, over fiber networks to consumers are key drivers behind Emerson Network Power's new offerings. |
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| Former CEO Charles F. Knight reveals insights into Emerson’s acclaimed Management Process |
18 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management A new book by former Emerson Chairman and CEO Charles F. Knight, published by the Harvard Business School Press, offers the first fully detailed insight into the management process that has been fundamental to the company’s long-term successful performance. |
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| Emerson to Digitally Automate several new Biodiesel Refineries |
18 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management, a business of Emerson, announced that the company has been awarded a contract to provide PlantWeb digital plant architecture and engineering support for the construction of multi-feedstock biodiesel refineries by BioSource America, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Nova Biosource Fuels, Inc.. |
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| Education concerning risks & FM Approval issues associated with salvaged & remanufactured equipment |
17 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management, an Emerson business, as part of its ongoing efforts to educate the industry on the risks and issues associated with salvaged, remanufactured and surplus equipment, will be sponsoring speakers at several upcoming trade gatherings. |
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| Emerson uses Dust Networks WSN products in new Smart Wireless solutions for mainstream manufacturing |
17 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management and Dust Networks, the leading provider of highly reliable, low-power wireless sensor networking systems, today announced use of Dust Networks' Time Synchronized Mesh Protocol as the communications technology used in Emerson's new in-plant Smart Wireless field networks and solutions. Following three years of evaluating and field testing various technologies, Emerson's proven Smart Wireless solutions with Dust Networks' TSMP technology are now being ordered for mainstream manufacturing use. |
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| Emerson applies Oxymitter in-situ sensors to improve catalyst regeneration efficiency at Total |
17 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management Rosemount Analytical Oxymitters from Emerson Process Management have replaced the previous sample extraction-based oxygen measurement system used on the catalyst regeneration unit at Total Raffinaderij Antwerpen, Belgium. The more reliable readings from the Oxymitter have improved continuous catalyst regenerator performance, helped the plant increase safety, and reduced the maintenance time and effort that needs to be allocated for critical catalytic reformer refinery operations. |
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| Emerson delivers the company's 500,000th Micro Motion Coriolis flowmeter to Anheuser-Busch |
16 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management proudly delivered the company's 500,000th Micro Motion meter to Anheuser-Busch at a recent ceremony, marking the continued leadership of Micro Motion technology throughout the world. |
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| Emerson to digitally automate several new biodiesel refineries |
16 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management, a business of Emerson, announced that the company has been awarded a contract to provide PlantWeb digital plant architecture and engineering support for the construction of multi-feedstock biodiesel refineries by BioSource America, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Nova Biosource Fuels, Inc.. |
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| Emerson completes upgrade in REC'S Moses Lake silicon plant |
15 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management has completed a major automation upgrade of the Silane unit in the REC Silicon plant in Moses Lake, Washington, migrating the company's existing PROVOX control system to a DeltaV digital automation system. A new plant-wide MES network was installed that hosts an OSIsoft PI data historian. |
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| Emerson & OSIsoft continue successful alliance to provide superior data management solutions |
15 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management Process automation leader Emerson Process Management and OSIsoft, Inc. the leader in performance management software, today announced continuation of their global value added reseller agreement of the last three years. Emerson will continue to incorporate OSIsoft's PI System into its automation projects that use PlantWeb digital automation architecture and services to improve plant productivity and optimization across all processing industries. |
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| Emerson expands vibration monitoring services with new alliance |
15 January 2007 - Emerson Process Management Emerson is pleased to announce the expansion of its vibration monitoring service through an alliance with RoMaDyn of Minden, Nevada, engineering experts in rotating machinery. This alliance couples Emerson's worldwide Machinery Health Management services capabilities with RoMaDyn's 50+ years of in-field turbo machinery experience to create an unprecedented network of turnkey and machinery diagnostic services delivering protection monitoring for critical rotating machines. |
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| Emerson introduces EDDL enhancements to specialized rotating machinery monitoring technology |
12 December 2006 - Emerson Process Management New graphical interface enables more intuitive use of sophisticated technology, Based on enhancements to the international standard Electronic Device Description Language, Emerson Process Management has introduced EDDL enhancements into its motor-pump monitoring technology, the CSI 9210 Machinery Health Transmitter. |
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| New service launched as Emerson analysis predicts only 20% of sites inspected |
12 December 2006 - Emerson Process Management Emerson Process Management has announced a new 'MCERTS Health Check' service to assist UK water companies in complying with discharge consents. The service will enable dischargers to assess their sites prior to the required five-year re-certification, enabling them to avoid time-intensive and costly last-minute preparations or failures. |
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| Extending pH sensor life in steelworks effluent |
10 December 2004 - Emerson Process Management Emerson has collaborated with engineers from the Corus steelworks at Port Talbot in the development of a novel installation approach for standard pH electrodes, improving their performance in effluent. |
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