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CONTENTS

WHAT'S NEW IN PROCESS TECHNOLOGYAPRIL 2014

4 3Dprintingasamanufacturingaide

8 NewProducts

10 HotProductsonline

30 Drive-basedfunctionalsafety

42 AsIseeit Takingalookontheinside

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CUSTOMISEMANUFACTURINGJIGSANDTOOLSTOSAVECOST,TIMEANDLABOUR Joe Hiemenz, Stratasys, Inc

3DPRINTINGASAMANUFACTURINGAIDE

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The primary reasons that jigs and fixtures are so abundant inmanufacturing are that they help to improve quality, decreasecycletimeandreducecosts.However,manymanufacturersdon’tuse such tools to their fullest because of the labour, time andcost required to make them.

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Whentheconceptofacustomjigorfixtureisexpandedtoinclude all manufacturingtoolsthatserveasoperation-

alaids,theyareevenmorewidespread.Theycanrangefromorganisationalbinsandtoolholderstotemplates,guidesandgauges. They can include sophisticatedrobotic end-effectors (grippers) andrudimentary trays, bins and sorters forconveyance and transportation.

Buttheuseofsuchcost-savingutilityobjects is often limited because mak-ing themtakes time, labour andmoney.But now there is an option: additivemanufacturing (AM). It is simple andautomated; it is fast and inexpensive.It allows more jigs and fixtures to becreated and deployed while gaining theability to optimise their performance.

Overcoming the barrierThe cost of creating tools and jigs canbegreatly reducedandtheirproductionacceleratedbytakingadvantageofaddi-tivemanufacturing.Even for this singletask, additive manufacturing systemsoffer an easily justified short paybackperiod. But there is an even largerimpact on the bottom line - additivemanufacturing lowers the threshold forjustifying a new tool, which allows youtoaddressunaddressedneedsthroughoutthe production process.Ifyouweretolookaroundthemanufac-turing floor, assembly area and qualitycontrollab,howmanynewopportunitieswouldyoufindforajigorfixture?Whatwould thevalue be? Could it:

•reduce scrap and rework?•decrease direct labour time?•improve process throughput?•improve process control and repeat-

ability?

Often jigs and fixtures, while obvi-ously advantageous, are not currentlybeingusedintheseoperations,becausealthoughthere isabenefit inhavingthejig or fixture, the return on investmentisn’t largeenoughtowarrant theeffort.

Since there is never enough time inthe day or money in the budget to doeverything you would like to do, thedecision to build a manufacturing toolputs priority on:

•processesthataren’tpossiblewithouta jig or fixture

•most obvious and urgent needs•largest threats and most likely prob-

lems•quickest to implement and produce

results•easiest to implement

Decidingwhenandwheretouseajigorfixtureisnodifferentfromanyoftheotherdailydecisionswemake.Actionistakenwhenvalueoutweighs investmentor when the path has little resistance.

Additive manufacturing lowers thejustification threshold by increasing theROIanddecreasingtheobstaclesbetweena great idea and a solution. It does thisbysimplifyingtheprocess, loweringthecost and decreasing lead time.

When using fused deposition model-ling(FDM)astheadditivemanufacturingapproach to make jigs and fixtures, theprocesshasjustthreesteps:preparetheCADfile,buildthetoolandpost-processit.Unlikeconventionalfabricationmeth-ods, FDM requires little experience andminimal direct labour.

In many cases, jigs and fixtures aremanufactured with only 15 minutes ofhands-on labour.More importantly, theyare manufactured with little training onhowtheprocessworksandnoneedforprior experience. Combined, this makes



Additivemanufacturing

FDM an ideal ‘self-serve’ option for jigsand fixtures.

ForThogusProducts,aninjectionmould-ing company in Ohio that specialises inlow-volumemanufacturing,additivemanu-facturingiseasyandfast.“Forone12-cavityCMM fixture the lead time, if outsourced,was7to10days.Ibuiltitovernight,”saysNatalie Williams, quality manager.

Manufacturers using FDM 3D printerstocreatecustommanufacturingtoolsoftenexperience lead time reduction from 40%to 90%. Additive manufacturing also canincreaseROIsubstantiallybyreducingthecostofajigorfixture.Typically,companiesrealisesavingsof70to90%whencomparedtooutsourcedfixturesthataremachinedorfabricated. For Thogus’s 12-cavity fixture,the savings were 87%.

“The machine shop wanted $1500 forthe fixture. I made it for less than $200in materials,” says Williams.

Makingthetoolfabricationprocessfasterandmoreaffordable,additivemanufacturingwill increase the number of jigs, fixturesand other manufacturing tools, which willimprovethebottomline.Additivemanufac-turingcanalsooptimisemanufacturingtoolperformance. Before additive manufactur-ing, designs thatwere sufficient to do thejob were acceptable for jigs and fixtures.Dueto theexpenseandeffort to redesignand remanufacture them, revisions werereserved only for those that did not workas specified. Although ‘good enough’ mayhaveaddedafewsecondstoanoperationor decreased the scrap rate by a smallpercentage, the savings might not havewarranted further investment in the tool.

Additive manufacturing changes thatthinking. For a few dollars, it can deliver

the next-generation manufacturing tool intimetohaveitinservicethenextday.Fora tool that has marginal performance, allthat isneeded isa littletimeand initiativetoredesignit.Doingsomayonlydriveoutafewsecondsfromanassemblyoperation,for example, but that time adds up. If thefixturemakes500itemsperdayperworker,atwo-secondsavingsreducesdirectlabourby 70 hours per person per year. For thesame part, a 1% reduction in scrap wouldsave 1250 parts per year.

Thebottomline:additivemanufacturinglowersthethresholdsothatmanufacturescan put more jigs and fixtures, with opti-miseddesigns,intoservice.Thisdropsmoremoney into your company’s bottom line.

Implementing AMIt is important to take materials and di-mensional tolerance into account beforecreatingyourfirst3DCADmodel,becausewhile additive manufacturing is ideal formanymanufacturingtools, it isn’tright forall of them. Traditionally, jigs and fixtureshavebeenfabricatedinmetal,sothemainconsideration for materials is whetherplastic will suffice, or whether metal willbe a requirement.

Inmanycases,metalmayhavebeenjusta practical option because it is conducivetomilling,turning,bendingandfabricating.Inthiscase,additivemanufacturingmaybeanoptionifplasticisafeasiblealternative.With a range of materials to select from,the FDM additive manufacturing processcan offer chemical resistance (petroleum,solvents),thermalresistance(upto200°C)and resilient mechanical properties.

Plastic manufacturing tools may alsodeliver some unexpected advantages.

Forexample,ThogususesFDM-maderoboticattachmentsthatabsorbimpact.Intheeventthattherobotarmcrashesintoanobstacle,the FDM part is likely to isolate the armfrom damages, which prevents expensiverepairsanddowntime.Inanotherexample,BMWusesplastic,handheldtoolsbecausetheyarelighterandeasiertohandle,reduc-ing worker fatigue.

When deciding whether to try additivemanufacturingonsome initial tool-makingprojects, for dimensional accuracy, picktools requiring tolerances larger than0.127mm.Tightertolerancesarepossible,but as a rule, stick with this value whenkeeping the process simple.

Design for AMThecapabilitiesandlimitationsofthefab-rication methods used can have a stronginfluenceonthedesignofajig,fixtureortool. Adhering to design for manufactur-ability (DFM) rules, they are designed tobe practical, keeping cost to a minimum,and with reasonable lead times. Theserulesdon’tapplytoadditivemanufacturing,since theyhavenobearingon time,cost,quality, performance or practicality. WithAM you can throw out the old rules andstartwithacleanslateandafreshdesign.

Theadditivenatureoftheprocessgivesunmatchedfreedomofdesign-whatmayhavebeenimpracticalisnowrealisticandreasonable. Jigs and fixtures can havecomplex, feature-ladenandfreeformcon-figurations without adding time and cost.Infact,addedcomplexitymayevenreducecostandtime.Forexample,pockets,holesandchannelsreducematerialconsumption,buildtimeandtotalprocesstime,comparedwith subtractive processes, where they

THE ADDITIVE NATURE OF THE PROCESS GIVES

UNMATCHED FREEDOM OF DESIGN - WHAT MAY

HAVE BEEN IMPRACTICAL IS NOW REALISTIC AND

REASONABLE.

Figure 1: A custom 3D-printed jig in use for manual assembly.



MANUFACTURERS USING FDM 3D PRINTERS TO

CREATE CUSTOM MANUFACTURING TOOLS OFTEN

EXPERIENCE LEAD TIME REDUCTION FROM 40 TO 90%.

ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING ALSO CAN INCREASE ROI

SUBSTANTIALLY BY REDUCING THE COST OF A JIG

OR FIXTURE.

Additivemanufacturing

increase cost and time. To leverage ad-ditive manufacturing, let the function andperformance of the jig or fixture dictatethe design. Follow the lead of companieslikeDigitalMechanicsABandBMW.DigitalMechanics capitalised on the freedom ofdesignforavacuum-assistedroboticgrip-per.Conventionallymade,thegripperhadexternalhoseshangingoffit.Withadditivemanufacturing, each fingerof thegripperwasgivenaninternalvacuumchannelthateliminated the hoses.

For BMW, freedom of design allowsassembly line workers to have a toolthat reaches under, behind and insidethe rear of the bumper. Manufacturingengineers focused solely on the function,which resulted in an organically shapedbumper-reach tool.

Design freedomscan also improve theergonomics of manufacturing tools. Theweight, balance and position of the toolhavedirecteffectsontechniciancomfort,processcycletimeandeaseofaccessandstorage. To achieve optimal ergonomics,simplydesignitintoyourtools.Forexample,BMWredesignedabadgealignmentfixturetoimprovebalanceandreduceweight.Thisreduced worker strain and improved thecycle time for badge attachment.

Often, jigs and fixtures are composedof many pieces, so one very simple wayto leverage the freedom of design is toconsolidateassemblies intoasinglepart.If reproducing an existing tool, start witha redesign that consolidates as manycomponents as possible into one piece.If designing a new item, create it asone piece. Only split off parts when it isadvantageous to the operation of the jigor fixture.

Integratingpartsintoasinglecomponenthas many advantages:

• Eliminate tolerance challenges:Holdingtighttolerances iscostly. If twomatingparts are combined into one, then allcosts and concerns about controllingthe tolerances of the mating parts areeliminated.

•Eliminate assembly time: Assemblies,obviously, must be assembled. Thistakestime,especially forone-off itemslike jigsandfixtures,whereperfectfitsare not guaranteed.

•Minimise documentation and overhead:The sum of the parts is less than thewhole when it comes to time andcost.Consolidatingpartsreducescostsfor actions such as design, documen-tation, quoting, ordering and inventorymanagement.

ManagementNo longer consider your jigs, fixtures andothermanufacturingtoolsasassets.Instead,thinkofthemasexpenses,anddisposable.Asassets, jigsandfixturesarestored (in-ventoried) between uses, they remain ininventory until the product line is retiredor they are worn beyond repair. With thetime, cost and effort of making manufac-turingtoolsthroughconventionalmethods,they are toovaluable to bediscarded as adisposable item.

Thisapproachcarriesmanyindirectcosts,however.There iscost fortheshelfspace(warehousingexpense);costtomanageandtracktheinventory;andcosttolocateajigorfixturewhenneeded.Forsporadicallyusedtools, these costs can be quite significant.

The opposite can be true with additivemanufacturing. Often, it takes more to in-

ventory the jigs and fixtures than it doesto remake them. So, companies adopt amanagement approach called digital ware-housingwhereonlythedigitalfileiscarriedin inventory. It may seem unthinkable toscrapaperfectlygoodmanufacturing tool,but for thosewith infrequent use, this ap-proach reduces cost and labour.

Makeafixturewhenit’sneeded.Whenitsjobisdone,senditoffwiththescrapmaterialfor recycling. Then digitally warehouse itsdesignbetweenuses.Thisprint-on-demandapproachisalsohandywhenareplacementisneededforabrokenmanufacturingtoolorduplicatesareneededforincreasedproduc-tiontomeetanunexpectedsurge insales.

ConclusionAdditive manufacturing can lead to bigchangesthatmaximiseprofitsbydrivingoutwastedtimeandcostsfromthemanufactur-ingprocess.Forthosewhoaren’treadytotossoutlong-establisheddesignguidelines,simply replace the usual fabrication pro-cesseswithadditivemanufacturing.Eitherway, the savings on the manufacturingfloor and in jig and fixture production willbe substantial.

Ifyouhavea3DCADdrawingandaccesstoanadditivemanufacturingmachine, youare ready to start making manufacturingtoolswithaslittleas15minutesofhands-on labour. Combine the simplicity withtypical time and cost reductions of 40 to90%andyouwill understandwhyadditivemanufacturing spurs companies to makemorejigs,fixturesandothermanufacturingtools than ever before.

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Figure 2: Using FDM, BMW prints jigs and fixtures that would not be possible with conventional machining and fabrication. 3D printing allows them to be easier to use and more functional.



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The shower incorporates 40 W solar panels with maintenance-free durable batteries as well

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It also features a fully stainless steel enclosure to maximise life span and fail-safe operation

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The system offers immediate response to situations where serious injury can occur if eye

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BULK MATERIAL INTEGRATED SYSTEMNBE has introduced an automated bulk material handling and packaging system

built on the NBE integrated construction and controls infrastructure.

The complete process sequence, including pallet/base supply, slipsheet pick and

placement, bulk material infeed, packaged contents isolated densifi-

cation, weighing, and finished-package accumulation

conveyance, operates on paired, process-specific

structural framework chassis with all automa-

tion and control functions centralised on

a single, menu-driven HMI to enable

standardised and system-wide data

reporting. The integrated construction

provides the basis for reduced total

cost of ownership, relative to the com-

mon systems integration concept of bolt-

together, divergent ‘islands’ of equipment.

The slipsheet dispenser magazine can hold

up to 1100 kg of sheet. Sensors and automated

controls guide the dispenser lift carriage along horizon-

tal and vertical flanged cam rollers to provide highly accurate pick

and place of up to 30 slipsheets per hour. The bulk bag filling stage of this bulk packaging

system uses a cantilevered fill head/bag hanger carriage design with pneumatic actions to

bring the fill head and rear bag hooks to well within the operator’s reach - eliminating the

need for the operator to step or lean into the equipment.

The 8 GPM hydraulic lift carriage easily and safely lifts bag capacities up to 2000 kg. The

hang-weigh system provides valid, accurate and repeatable weighing of the bulk bags to an

accuracy of ±0.05% of bag weight, and the bulk bag densification platform uses 3 g of high-

speed, low-intensity vibration to settle material in the bag to a dense, stable and safe load.

Mercer Technologies


MULTIPORT VALVESRobolux multiport valves are designed for clean and washdown areas, and can be

combined with Burkert’s Element control heads to provide decentralised automation of

hygienic processes.

Based on diaphragm valve technology, the design of the valves combines independ-

ent dual switching functions in a single body, with single diaphragm and actuator.

The compact design occupies approximately 50% less space than traditional valve

manifolds, and is more easily sterilised. Low internal volume and elimination of dead

leg supports faster cleaning and a higher product yield, with the compact construction

also streamlining installation and maintenance.

The combination of the multiport valves with Element control heads is claimed to

present new possibilities for the decentralised automation of hygienic processes. The

integration of all automation functions within the control heads allows the valves to be

equipped at field level with required automation components, including pilot valves,

electrical feedback units and optical status indicators. The control heads also integrate

optional fieldbus interfaces, allowing up to 62 valves to be connected to a PLC in series

by a single 2-wire line. Typical applications are found in hygienic food and beverage, pharmaceutical and

biotechnology processes. Manufacturing applications where dosing chemicals carry a high per-unit cost are

also indicated. The valves are said to support such applications with high reliability and repeatability, with

an internal and external design that supports purity and sterile process conditions.

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Researchers develop an autonomous gas leak detection robot

conditionsinwhichenvironmentalfactorssuchaswindandsunaswellasconfoundingfactorsresultingfromsystemoperationwereincluded.

The RoboGasInspector consists of three modules: a chain-drivenmobile platform, a navigationmodule andan inspectionmodule,whichincorporatesaFLIRopticalgasimagingcamera.Thechain-drivenplatformisequippedwithanelectricdriveandconventionalbatteries.Thenavigationmoduleconsistsof2Dlaserscanners (front and back, particularly important for navigationinsidebuildings)aswellasaGPSreceiverforoutdoororientation.ContinuouscomparisonoftheareatobeinspectedwithadigitalmapenablestheRoboGasInspectortodetermineitspositionatanytime;obstaclesandblockedareas(suchasexplosivezones)canbenotedonthismap.

“Thankstoits2Dlaserscanners,theRoboGasInspectoralsoavoidsunexpectedobjectssuchasparkedcars,pallets,barrels

and people,” explained ProfessorKroll. “If the RoboGasInspectorencounters obstacles, it movesaroundthemorstopsuntilthepathisclearagain.”

Theinspectionmodulecombinesvarious metrological instrumentsonapan-tiltunit,includingaremotemethane leak detector (RMLD),whichisbasedonanactivetunablediode absorption spectroscopy(TDLAS) instrument. It works bymeansof an infrared laser:whenthelaserbeamhitsasurface,itisreflectedanditsresidualintensity

ismeasured.Inaddition,aFLIRGF320thermalimagingcameraismountedontheinspectionmoduletovisualisethegasesandtohelptodetectgasleaksfromasafedistance.ToensurethattheRoboGasInspectoritselfdoesnotposearisk,itisalsoequippedwithabuilt-ingassensorthatshutsdowntheentiresystemfrom10%ofthelowerexplosionlimit(LEL)onwardsinordertopreventpossibledangerinaflammableatmosphere.

Processingofthemeasureddataandpatternrecognitionareperformedindependentlybytherobot.TheRoboGasInspectoralsocarriesouttheinspectionofthespecifiedroutesandperformsmeasurementsonitsown.Despitethis,itiscontinuouslyincontactwiththecontrolroomandcanberemotelycontrolledfromthereif necessary. Avideo camera is also incorporated in the pan-and-tiltmeasuringmoduleforthispurpose.However,innormaloperatingmode,theRoboGasInspectorworksindependentlyandmerelytransmitsallmeasureddatatothecontrolroomviaWLAN.

The system prototype has impressively demonstrated itsuseandcapability inextensiveseriesoftests.Thedriveunit,thenavigationsystemandthecomplementarysensorsystemsperformed well during the tests. However, before deploymentin industrial settings, further development is required, and ofcourse legal issues must be clarified prior to deployment incommercialsettings.

FLIR Systems Australia Pty Ltd


Detection of gas leaks in industrial facilities can not only bedangerousandtime-consuming,butitisalsosusceptibletohumanerror and interpretation. RoboGasInspector was conceived inordertoprovideasafer,moreefficientandmorereliabledetectionsolution.

As part of the German technology program AUTONOMIK, aconsortiumofninecompaniesandresearchinstitutesdevelopedaprototypeofanautonomousmobilerobotforgasleakdetectionand localisation in large industrial facilities. The consortiumcameupwithasystemthatisabletoperforminspectiontasksinindustrialfacilitieswithouthavingtoaccesshazardousareasdirectly-andwithoutrequiringanyhumanpresence.Therobotcanbeusedforroutine inspectionsoffacilitiesorfortargetedinspectionsofspecificsystemparts.

Thedevelopmentofinnovativemonitoringprocessesthatmakethemostofstate-of-the-artmeasuringandautomationtechnologyas wel l as robotics promisesimprovement in the reliability,efficiency and cost-effectivenessof inspections. At the same time,it relieves technical personnel ofmonotonous, time-consuming andlabour-intensivetasks.

RoboGasInspectorwastheresultofacollaborativeresearchprojectheadedbyDrAndreasKrollandDrLudgerSchmidtattheMechanicalEngineering Department of theUniversityofKasselandsubsidisedwith 2.4millionfromtheGermanFederal Ministry of Economicsand Technology. Exercising the utmost care wherever toxic orexplosivegasesareused isabsolutelyessential,which iswhyrigorousinspectionspecificationsapplytothechemicalindustry,biogasfacilitiesandgassuppliers.Usually,preventiveinspectionprogramsrequirepersonneltoperformtime-consumingroutineinspectionproceduresonadailybasis.

During these regular inspections, staff members check thesystem for proper functionality and therefore they usually relyonperceptionsandexperiencewithoutmakinguseofmeasuringtechnology. However, there is always a risk of inadvertentlyoverlookingpossiblesourcesofdangerdueto inattention.Thedevelopmentofinnovativeinspectiontechnologiesandfocusingtheflexibilityandperformanceofhumanoperatorsonmanagingthe technological systems makes sense not only for economicreasons,butalsowithregardtorelievinghumansfromrepetitiveroutinetasksandimprovinginspectioncoverage.

ForprofessorsKrollandSchmidt,atoprequirement forthenew system was that it should allow for automated, hazard-free inspection and monitoring and that it should be able torespondindependentlytoproblems.TheRoboGasInspectorwasdemonstratedforthefirsttimeinahallattheUniversityofKasseland independently completed an inspection route, successfullyovercoming obstacles and a ramp in the process. At specifiedinspectionsitesitinspectedvariouspipelinesandfoundamethaneleak.Inthefollowingmonths,thissuccesswasexpandedtoseveralsquarekilometresof large industrial facilitiesunder laboratory

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INTEGRATED PLC AND HMIThe Unitronics Vision130 PLC+HMI family are flat

fascia PLCs with onboard HMIs. The flat fascia makes

these models suitable for the food and pharmaceuti-

cal industries.

With their IP66/IP65/NEMA4X rating, these units

can be used wherever spray/wipe-down applications

apply. Models include: V130-J-B1, V130-J-TR20,

V130-J-R34, V130-J-TR34, V130-J-TR6, V130-J-RA22,

V130-J-TRA22, V130-J-T2, V130-J-T38, V130-J-TA24.

The company says their PLC+HMI advantage gives

users the opportunity to minimise budget, program-

ming time and wiring.

With a wide variety of onboard and expandable

I/O options, the units are capable of supporting up

to 256 I/O. These configurations include digital and

analog inputs and outputs, high-speed I/O, PT100/

thermocouple capabilities, and load cells for weight

measurement. The I/O can be mounted locally or

remotely, up to 1000 m from the controller. They are

also equipped with recipe capabilities, micro SD card

memory storage for data logging and backup and

complete PLC cloning.

Vision130 units can support 24 auto-tuned PID loops

to control temperature, level and pressure. The graphic

LCD, 2.4″ 128 x 64 pixel operator interface supports

over 1024 user-designed screens with 400 images per

application, a 20-key keypad, and is able to display

trend graphs and a text string library. Internal memory

holds 512K of application logic, plus 128K for fonts

and 256K for images.

Communication options include ethernet, mobile

and industrial protocols such as Modbus, DF1 slave,

J1939 and CANopen. In addition, the units can be

‘taught’ to communicate via almost any ASCII protocol.

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NEWPRODUCTS

ASSET PERFORMANCE MONITORING SOFTWAREWinCC V7.2 Performance Monitor can provide plant-specific

key performance indicators (KPIs) for individual devices,

machines and even entire production lines. This includes key

metrics such as overall equipment efficiency (OEE), MTBF

and MTTR. WinCC V7.2 provides performance transparency

from operator to management level, critical for productivity

improvements to achieve greater competitiveness. With the

application environment integrated in WinCC, the applica-

tion engineer can create the individual formulae for the

performance metrics required. Cyclical or event-triggered

calculation results are written to WinCC variables.

KPI analysis by maintenance and operations manage-

ment can be performed on a WinCC/Web Navigator

client or standard WinCC client, inspecting bar charts

(performance), progress displays (Gantt) and tabular

control. Management can also access the KPIs in a

more customised web-based report format via a WinCC/

Information Server Client. Operators are also kept up to

date on performance while at work, via representation of

performance figures within the standard WinCC run-time

user interface.

Siemens Ltd


SOUND VELOCITY CONCENTRATION MONITORThe Centec Sonatec inline sound ve-

locity monitor continuously measures

the sound velocity of liquids. Centec,

a German-based company, designed

the Sonatec for maximum stability and

high accuracy. Sonatec can be used in

chemical, petrochemical, metal processing and pharmaceuti-

cal plants to determine the concentration of hydrocarbons, acids, alcohol,

caustics, oil emulsions, oil in water and many other liquids. The sound

velocity measurement is measured directly in line, the liquid flowing through

a U-shaped fork. Any change in the fluid concentration changes the sound

velocity. For any given fluid, the correlation between concentration and sound

velocity can be described by a mathematical polynomial. With decades of

experience and their own laboratory facilities, Centec have the polynomials

for a large number of liquids. Temperature changes of the measured liquid

are automatically compensated for by an internal PT1000 sensor. Sonatec

displays various units, such as volume %, mass % and °Brix. The Sonatec is

available with a range of wetted part materials to suit most liquids, including

316 stainless steel, Hastelloy, Monel and tantalum. A range of communica-

tion options exist to interface with PLC and DCS systems.

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SAFETY SWITCHThe design of the external cam on the

Schmersal AZ300 mechatronic safety

switch, in the shape of a Maltese cross,

allows the AZ300 to accept the actua-

tor from any of three sides, providing

mounting flexibility for either left- or

right-hinged doors, or sliding guards.

The AZ300 also has integrated an

RFID sensor to detect the actuator

and indicate a closed guard. This non-

contact operating principle limits wear

on components, tolerates misalignment

and offers the option of individual cod-

ing. The basic version of the sensor

responds to any AZ300 target actuator;

the ‘I1’ version only accepts the coded

ID number of the specific target actua-

tor which is configured during the first

start-up; and the ‘I2’ version allows

the teach-in process to be repeated,

allowing replacement of a lost or dam-

aged actuator.

With continuous internal function tests

and monitoring of the safety outputs, the

AZ300 can be wired in series without

detriment to the safety levels. Diagnostic

LEDs on the sensor indicate various

errors, misalignment and door open/

closed signalling. For more advanced

indication, the AZ300 is also available

with serial diagnostics.

The AZ300 also offers adjustable

latching, which provides a holding force

of 25 N or 50 N. Lockout/tagout can be

achieved by placing padlocks through

the key of the actuator, preventing the

guard from closing.

The AZ300 meets the requirements

of Cat 4, Performance Level e or Safety

Integrity Level 3; and because of its

protection class IP69K, it is also suit-

able for use in hygiene-sensitive areas.

Control Logic Pty Ltd


CONTROL SYSTEM SOFTWAREKepware Technologies has released KEPServerEX version 5.14, offering liquid electronic flow measure-

ment support, store-and-forward support for data logging, improved support for Siemens S7 PLCs,

and performance improvements when used with Allan-Bradley ControlLogix.

Kepware now provides liquid electronic flow measurement (EFM) support for the Fisher ROC+ and

OMNI flow computer drivers, as well as the EFM Exporter that has been engineered to create liquid

CFX files. The version also includes major usability improvements for the Siemens TCP/IP Ethernet

Driver, including automatic tag generation for S7 300 and S7 400 PLCs.

The software also supports packet-size configuration, which allows users to take advantage of the

larger packet sizes allowed in ControlLogix controllers Firmware v20 and higher, and the DataLogger

plug-in now offers store-and-forward functionality to guarantee delivery of process data to SQL Server.

Users with an active support and maintenance agreement may be eligible to upgrade to the most

current version of KEPServerEX at no charge.

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COMPACT VOLUME FLOW SENSORSThe PSK AFS compact volume flow sensors from

Phoenix Contact are based on calorimetric

measurement and can detect consumption

quantities as low as 0.06 Nm3/h. The

sensors are also suitable for measur-

ing operational consumption thanks

to their large measuring range of up

to 700 Nm3/h.

In addition to the IO-Link communi-

cation system that facilitates intelligent

communication between the sensor and

the controller, the compressed air counters

can also output analog values and digital im-

pulses, as well as measuring switching thresholds via

two digital outputs. These versatile options for outputting flow and temperature

measurement data facilitate a wide range of connections to process and

control systems. The compressed air counters measure the current volume

flow, the total volume consumed and the temperature of the compressed

air in the monitored process. The devices offer a value and status display in

addition to the numerous configuration and measuring options available via

the IO Link, providing users with an overview directly at the sensor.

Phoenix Contact Pty Ltd


WIRELESS DEVICE SERVERSAdvantech’s Industrial Auto-

mation Group has introduced

the EKI-1361 and EKI-1362

1- and 2-port RS232/422/485

to 802.11 b/g/n WLAN serial

device servers. They have been

designed for use in areas where

signal strength and reliability may be af-

fected. To counteract these issues, they use MIMO

2x2 technology which transmits two signals simultaneously to provide

greater efficiency by ensuring they are not jammed by other devices.

To further aid reliability, they have a fast roaming design. This

means that when moving from one access point to another where

signal strength can weaken, these switches can quickly switch to a

new access point without degrading the data.

To fit in areas with limited space, they weigh 800 g each, have a

small footprint and provide a range of mounting options and antenna

extensions. In industries where the devices are in fixed positions, they

can have a peer-to-peer connection without using wireless access

points, therefore making it cost-effective in areas that would otherwise

need to have a long wired connection.

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Rockwell and Ampcontrol collaborate on earth leakage safety for VSDs

Medium-voltage (MV)variablespeeddrives (VSDs)arenowwidelyusedinminingapplications.However,duetothehigh-frequencyvoltagegeneratedbythesedrives,theycanintroduceearthleakagecurrentsatfrequenciesoutsidethenormalpowersystemfrequencywhichmaynotbedetectedbytraditionalearthleakageprotectionrelays.

Earthleakage-theleakagefromanactivecircuittoground-cancreatesafetyissues.Asaresultofthis,miningregulatorsinvariousstatesofAustraliahaverequestedthatspecialattentionbegiventoinstallationsthatuseVSDs.

AS/NZS2081:2011istherelevantstandardforelectricalprotectiondevicesforminesandquarries.Thisstandardspecifiestheperformancerequirementsforprotectiondevicesintendedforusewithelectricalsupplynetworksutilisingearthfaultcurrentlimitationtechniques(ITnetworks).Earthfaultcurrentlimitingdevicesareusedtominimisetheriskoftouchandsteppotentialreachingharmfullevelsduetoanearthfault.SpecialmentionisalsomadeofVSDsinAS/NZS4871.1:2012AppendixE.

Tothisend,RockwellAutomationhascollaboratedwithAustralianelectricalengineeringandmanufacturingcompanyAmpcontrolGrouptosuccessfullytestasolutionthatdetectstheimpactofearthleakageonminesites.

“The standard is ofvital importance to the mining industry,particularlythecoalsector.TherehadbeenalotofdiscussionwithintheindustryaboutdetectingearthleakagewithVSDsbutaprovenandacceptedsolutionhadnotbeenestablished-untilnow,”saidGeoffIrvine,miningindustrymanageratRockwellAutomation.ToensurethatanearthfaultcanbedetectedattheinputoroutputofaVSD,awidebandwidthearthleakagerelayisrequired.WhendevelopingitsVSDguardearthleakagerelaytoaddressearthleakageissuesfacedbytheminingindustry,AmpcontrolcontactedRockwellAutomationtotesttheproductonthePowerFlex7000seriesofmedium-voltageVSDs.

Testing of the Ampcontrol VSDguard on a PowerFlex 7000demo system took place at Rockwell Automation in Canada.Theaimofthetestingwastodetermine ifearth leakagecurrentsarewithin acceptable levels under normal operating conditions,and if earth leakage currents are detectable under earthfaultconditions.

Inaddition,thetestingassessedwhetherVSDguardiscapableofdetectingearthleakagecurrentsatallfrequenciesproducedbytheVSDandtripunderallearthfaultconditions.Thetrialsuccessfullyprovedtherelaydoesworkandcandetectearthleakageatdifferentfrequencies.

VSDguardworks inconjunctionwiththePowerFlex7000driveequippedwithadirect-to-drive topology.Direct-to-drive topologyeliminatescommonmodefilters,which removesthepossibilityofbypassingtheneutralearthresistorunderearthfaultconditionsandmaintainstheintegrityoftheearthleakagedetectioncircuit.

“It isvery promising thatwehave achieved these results bythoroughly testing theAmpcontrolVSDguardwith thePowerFlex7000,”saidStephenSneddon,productmanagerofminingsystemsatAmpcontrol.

“Thecombinationwill bebeneficial for themining industry inAustraliaandNewZealandwhencomplyingwiththeAS/NZS2081:2011industrystandardandwill improvethesafetyandproductivityofavarietyofminingapplicationsincludingventilationfans,conveyersandpumpingapplications.”

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DATA LOGGERThe HMG 3010 is a portable measuring and data-logging device with automated

setting procedures and simple, self-explanatory operator guidance that enables

the user to carry out a wide range of measurement tasks in a short amount of time.

The HMG 3010 is designed primarily for

recording measured values of the vari-

ables of pressure, temperature and flow

rate which are common in hydraulics and

pneumatics. For this purpose, sensors

are available with which the measured

variable, measurement range and unit are

automatically detected by the HMG 3010.

The device also offers measurement

inputs for standard sensors with current

and voltage signals. In addition to the

analog inputs, the HMG 3010 also has two

digital inputs (eg, for frequency or rpm measurements). The

ability to connect the HMG 3010 to CANbus and thus to display messages from

the CANbus expands the range of applications. The breadth of functions and

the simple handling make the HMG 3010 equally suitable for users who take

measurements only occasionally and for professionals for whom measuring and

documentation is routine. The update capability of the HMG 3010 via the integral

USB port ensures that future developments of the device software can be used.

Up to 10 sensors can be connected simultaneously and up to 32 measure-

ment channels can be displayed at a time. Measuring rates can be up to

0.1 ms and extended voltage measurement is available in the ranges -10 to

10 V and 0 to 50 V.

HYDAC International


ETHERNET I/O MODULESAcromag has released two additional

models (XT1230 and XT1240) in the

BusWorks XT Series of ethernet I/O mod-

ules. These models provide a 16-channel

interface for single-ended analog current

or voltage input signals. The space-saving

inch-wide design features dual ethernet

ports, removable front-facing terminal

blocks and DIN rail power bus support.

Suitable for use in harsh environments,

all modules operate from -40 to 70°C with

noise immunity, surge protection and CE

compliance (UL/cUL Class 1 Division 2

Zone 2 hazardous location approval is

pending).

The XT1230 accepts current inputs of

0-11 mA, 0-20 mA, 4-20 mA, ±20 mA,

or 0-20 A AC with optional toroid sensor.

The XT1240 accommodates ±5, ±10, 0-5

or 0-10 V input ranges. All units run off a

12-32 VDC power source (2.8 W) at the

terminals or through an integrated power

connector bussed along the DIN rail that

can provide primary or redundant power.

Each model offers a choice of EtherNet/

IP, Profinet or Modbus TCP/IP protocols

with peer-to-peer i2o communication

support. Dual 10/100 Ethernet ports allow

daisy-chaining units together to simplify

cabling and minimise the network switches

required, reducing overall system costs.

For even more dependable com-

munication, BusWorks XT units employ

Innovasic Priority Channel technology,

which makes certain that critical data is

received on time regardless of traffic on

the network. Priority Channel provides

determinism at the device for consistent

transmission of time-sensitive data with

any of the supported protocols.

Metromatics Pty Ltd


LINEAR POSITION SENSORSThe LA-25-A series linear variable displacement transformer (LVDT) sensors from Bestech

Australia range from 75 to 375 mm and are designed to handle extreme industrial environ-

ments. The LA-25-A is suitable for roller gap positioning, process valve displacement,

head box and actuator position feedback with the durability to withstand the harsh

environments found in: steam and hydro power plants; paper, steel, and aluminium

mills; die and stamping presses; building and bridge monitoring; and industrial automa-

tion and fluid power systems. It can operate in hostile factory environments such as

lubricant and chemical mists, airborne grit and dust, and typical industrial washdowns.

The LA-25-A LVDT linear sensor features a sturdy 25.4 mm diameter heavy wall

housing of aluminium or stainless steel and two double-contact shaft seals that keep

fluids and solid contaminants out of its bore, and it offers a choice of axial connectors

or a cable in a metal cord grip.

The LA-25-A series is robust and permits a variety of mountings, including standard

saddle-type clamps and a two-hole flange that screws onto its front bushing. The

LA-25-A’s core can never break loose as it is enclosed in a core extension rod assem-

bly and offers a sturdy male thread for easy mechanical connection. When integrated

with an SC-100 industrial LVDT DIN-rail-mountable signal conditioner, an LA-25-A LVDT

becomes a suitable solution for heavy-duty industrial applications for position sensing.

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VISCOSITY METERThe Micro Motion Fork Viscosity Meter is Emerson’s next

generation of the Micro Motion 7827 and 7829 direct inser-

tion viscosity and density meters and is designed to tackle

demanding process applications such as

oil-fired heater combustion control, HFO

blending/production and pump protection.

The fork viscosity meter incorporates a

hazardous area approved head-mounted

transmitter that has the flexibility to con-

nect to control systems via a wide range

of digital and analog protocols. Because

it supports 4-20 mA, HART, WirelessHART,

FOUNDATION Fieldbus and RS485 Modbus,

system integration and commissioning costs are

significantly reduced.

An additional benefit of the fork viscosity meter is

the capability of accepting and processing external

signals from other field instrumentation such as

temperature, pressure and mass/volumetric flow

devices. The input of these external measurements

enables the fork viscosity meter to calculate and

output enhanced process measurements while minimis-

ing installation and cabling costs.

The fork viscosity meter also incorporates a diag-

nostic capability called Known Density Verification that

checks the meter for measurement alarm conditions,

sensor integrity and the presence of coating, erosion

or corrosion. This technology expands the availability of

diagnostics information in critical viscosity and density

measurement applications which can result in significant

maintenance costs and cycle time reductions.

Emerson Process Management


INTERLOCKING GUARD SYSTEMThe Euchner MGB multifunctional gate box is an interlock-

ing guard system designed for the protection of safety

doors on machines and systems. It features an integrated

lockout mechanism with optional escape release handle,

and optional buttons and indicators.

The unit is easily mounted on frames, grilles or profiles,

and the handle can be mounted level or rotated 90, 180,

270° without disassembly. Once linked to machine controls,

the opening of the access door will be prevented until

the machine has safely stopped.

Start, enable, emergency stop and other functions

can be added to the basic handle/lock module to turn it

into a small control terminal. This enables the unit to be

used for interlocking, guard locking, escape release and

machine functions such as start/stop, emergency stop,

etc. The modular design means that additional features

can be easily added at a later date.

The optional escape release is intuitive to operate and

enables exit from the danger area quickly and easily.

When working in a restricted area, the bolt tongue can be

locked open with up to three padlocks in the integrated

lockout bar, preventing unintentional activation of the

interlocking/guard locking.

The system complies with safety Level e in accordance

with EN ISO 13849-1 or SIL3 in accordance with EN 62061,

and EN 1088 for protection against tampering. An LED

display provides continues information on system status.

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In any industrial process it is critically important that whensomething goes wrong the machinery is quickly and safelybrought to a safe state, which usually means stopped. Oncestopped itmust not start unexpectedly.Dependingon the ap-

plicationand itsworkcycles,machinesmayalsoneed tooperateatreducedspeedduringspecifictimes.Anymalfunctioninmachinecontrolcanresultinhazardoussituationsleadingtoseriousinjury,orevendeath,withdisastrouseffects forthecompany, itspeopleand its image.

Ultimately, machine builders and system integrators have theresponsibility for ensuring that anyproduct ormachine they sup-ply issafe. Itmustbedesignedby followingsafetyprinciplesandmustcomplywithrelevantdirectives,standardsandnationallaws.The machine’s end user has responsibility extending through theentirelifecycleofanindustrialsystem.It isthusvitallyimportantthatsafetyplanningisincludedfromtheverystartofanymachinedesignprocess.Thiswaysafetybecomesanatural,functionalpartof the machinery and not an afterthought.

Drive-based functional safety (which we can define as “activemachine safety functionality designed to work with drives”) sim-plifies the task because drive safety functions are certified andintegrated into the drive system. Safety is important in industrialapplicationsinvolvingmotors,drivesandPLCs,andmachinesafetyis achieved by identifying and reducing risks to an acceptablelevel. Risk reduction is done by an inherently safe design and byapplying risk-reducingprotectionmeasures.Whendonecorrectly,thesemeasurescanbeflexible,reliableandeasytouse.Theyalsobring solid economic benefits such as increased productivity anduptime, without generating additional risks.

Towards integrated drive-based functional safetyThe jobof implementing amachine safety system is easier todaythanks to three main factors:1. Modern electronics enable safety functions to be directly in-

tegrated into a drive’s safety logic, so functional safety is astandard feature of the drive.

DRIVE-BASEDFUNCTIONALSAFETYLOW-VOLTAGEACDRIVESAREPLAYINGANINCREASINGLYIMPORTANTROLEINMACHINESAFETY

Today,newdrivetechnology ismakingthepreviouslycomplicated jobof implementingamachinesafetysystem much easier. Recent technical advances make safer operation less complex, while at the sametime offering exciting new potential for productivity and uptime gains.



2. Legislation has kept pace with these advancements with newstandards that define the requirements and provide guidelinesfor implementing machinery safety.

3. Engineering companieshavedeveloped awide rangeof safetydevices and solutions that are easy to integrate in industrialapplications for improved safety, uptime and functionality.These three factors have enabled safety solutions that can be

more effective in preventing accidents, less costly to implement,easier to adapt and more reliable than previous hardwired elec-tromechanicalsystems.Theresultisthatelectromechanicalsafetysystemscannowbereplacedwithelectronicsafetyfunctionsthatare built directly into the drive’s safety logic, working seamlesslyside by side with the drive’s normal control functions.

Drive-based functional safety solutions in industrial systemsDrives, simply put, control movements such as motor speed andtorquein industrialapplicationslikeconveyorsandcranes.Asthe

levelofcomplexityandmodularityofindustrialautomationincreases,drive-based functional safety is fast becoming an important partof overall safety design for industrial processes.

When sensing a hazardous situation, a drive-based functionalsafety system can react in several ways. It might, for example,initiate an emergency stop based on user input. Or if it detectsanout-of-control situation suchas systemoverspeed, it can stopaprocess inacontrolledandorderlyway. In largersystemswithseveral drives, control of the overall safety system can be doneusing a safety PLC, which activates drive-based safety functionswhen required in the whole system.

Typical drive-based functional safety functionsSafe torque off (STO)STO is the required basic foundation for drive-based functionalsafety, since it brings a drive safely to a no-torque state. STOis typically used for prevention of an unexpected start-up ofmachinery (EN 1037) or for an emergency stop, fulfilling stopcategory 0 (EN 60204-1).

Safe stop 1 (SS1)SS1stopsthemotorsafelyusingacontrolledrampstopandthenactivates the STO function. SS1 is typically used in applicationslike rolling mills where motion must be stopped in a controlledmannerbeforeswitchingtoano-torquestate.Inadditiontoasafeprocess stop, SS1 can also be used to implement an emergencystop, fulfilling stop category 1 (EN 60204-1).

Safe stop emergency (SSE)SSEisasafetyfunctionspecificallydesignedforemergencystops.SSEcanbeconfiguredtoexecuteeitherSTOorSS1dependingonwhichemergencystopissuitableforthesystem.Forexamplesofthis functionality see Figures 1 and 2.

Safely-limited speed (SLS)SLS prevents motors from exceeding a defined speed limit.The SLS safety function can be used in applications such asdecanters, mixers, conveyors or paper machines where excessspeed can be hazardous - for example, during maintenance orcleaning operations.

Safe maximum speed (SMS)SMSisavariantoftheSLSsafetyfunction.Itprovidescontinuousprotectionagainstamotorexceedingadefinedmaximumspeedlimit.

Safe brake control (SBC)SBCprovidesasafeoutputsignaltocontrolamechanicalholdingbrake.Drills,cranes,winches,hoists,verticalconveyorsandeleva-tors thatneedexternalbrakesolutions require this typeof safety

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function. Typical use for SBC is when a drive is switched offwith the STO function and there is an active load affecting themotor (such as a hanging load on a crane or winder).

Machinery Directive, relevant harmonised standards and national lawsUnderthedirectives,nationalandregionallaws,endusers,machinebuildersandsystemintegratorsaregenerallyresponsibleforsafetyof machines and systems. In this article we will mainly refer toEUlegislation,whichhoweverisbasedonIEC/ISOstandardsthataregloballyapplicable.TofulfiltherequirementsofEUMachineryDirective 2006/42/EC, it is sensible for the machine builder tofollow a roadmap of set safety design steps. This helps both tomeet legalrequirementsfortheCEcompliancemarkingandalsoto generate the necessary technical documentation.

Functional safety regulations in the EU consist of two parts:the Machinery Directive and the harmonised safety standards.Theharmonisedstandardsprovidethetechnicalmeansandpro-cedures to fulfil the Machinery Directive requirements.

European standardisation organisations CEN, CENELEC andETSIhaveharmonisedcertaininternationalIEC/ISOstandardsasmeans to fulfil the legal requirements of the Machinery Direc-tive.ProductstandardEN/IEC61800-5-2specifically focusesondrive-basedfunctionalsafetyanddefinesthestandardisedsafetyfunctions such as safe torque off (STO), safe stop 1 (SS1) andsafely-limited speed (SLS).

Harmonised standards: relevant for safety design including drivesThe harmonised safety standards are a collection of ISO, IECandEuropeanstandardslistedundertheEUMachineryDirective.A harmonised standard, identified by the prefix EN, is anagreed norm in the EU member states and basis for nationallaws. Outside the EU the same standards, in IEC/ISOversions,provide a global requirement framework that machine designshould comply with.

Roadmap for achieving conformityTheMachineryDirective requiresmachinemanufacturers (or theirrepresentatives) to performanddocument a risk assessment. Themachine design must then take these results into account, withany risks reduced to an acceptable level. This is done either viarisk-reducing machine design changes or by applying appropriatesafeguarding techniques such as drive-based functional safety.After the risks have been reduced to an acceptable level, meas-ures to control any residual risks have to be documented in userdocumentation (warnings, instructions etc).

Acommonwaytodesignasafemachineandensureconformityisto followsuitableharmonisedstandardswhen implementingthesafety system.By fulfilling requirementsof harmonisedstandards,it ispresumedthatthemachineconformstoEHSRoftheMachin-ery Directive.

Certifiedsafetydevicesgreatlysimplifythedesignandvalidationprocessofasafetysystem.This isabigadvantagesincecertifieddevices already have the necessary safety capability to achieve agivensafetylevelandthenecessarysupportingsafetydataforsafetyintegritylevel(SIL)/performancelevel(PL)verificationcalculations.

Usuallyathird-partycertificationisnotnecessaryformachines.Manufacturers can ‘self-declare’ conformity to theDirective basedonproperdesignanddocumentation,aconformityassessmentandachievement of CE marking.

Harmonised standards provide unified guidelines for hazardand risk assessment, and also outline the approach for reducingriskstoacceptablelevel(ENISO12100).Designingmachinesafetyfunctionality is most effectively achieved by following the harmo-nisedstandardsforthespecificmachinetypes, iftheyexist,ortheharmonisedgenericmachineryapplicationstandardsEN/IEC62061or EN ISO 13849-1.

Drive-based functional safetyFunctional safety can be easily achieved with safety devices thatare, themselves, already certified to the most relevant functionalsafety standards. Safety functions that are integrated inside thedrive eliminate theuseof costly external safety add-ons like con-tactors, safety relays, etc. Using integrated drive-based functional

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safety results in cleaner installation and lower costs, with fewercomponents needed to reach the required SIL or PL.

Example: Traditional safety solutionThetraditionalwayofbuildingasafetysystemincludesconnectingsafetylimitswitches,relaysandexternalsafetymonitoringdevicesand contactors, together with the drive. Once the protective cagedoor to the conveyor has been opened the safety limit switch de-tects the open door. This sends signals to the drive to decreasespeed. At the same time the signal is sent to an external safetymonitoring device (safety logic), which together with an encoderspeed measurement creates a safety function SLS for safe speedmonitoring.Peoplecannowinteractsafelywiththeslowlymovingconveyor and perform their task. After leaving the conveyor andclosingtheprotectivecagedoor,thesafetymonitorhastoberesetwith a button, before the conveyor is allowed to increase back tonormal speed.

If, for some reason, during the safe speed phase when SLS isactive,thereisamalfunctionthatcausestheconveyorbelttosud-denly increasespeed,thesafetymonitorwilldetecttheoverspeedand activate the motor contactor that interrupts the drive’s outputto the motor, thus stopping the conveyor.

Themainbenefitofatraditionalelectromechanicalsafetysolutionisthatthesafetysolutioncanbebuilttogetherwithdrivesthatdonot have safety functionality integrated into them.

Example: Integrated drive-based functional safetyWith integrated drive-based functional safety, the safety functionsareimplementedintothemachineviathedrive.Asaresult,theuseofexternallywireddiscretesafetydevicessuchassafetymonitors,wiring and encoder can be eliminated.

Integrated drive-based functional safety not only simplifies theoverallsafetydesignprocess,butwithfewerpartsandlesswiring,thecomplexityofconfigurationand installation isalsosignificantlyreduced for a lower total cost.

Comparedtothetraditionalsafetysolution,integrateddrive-basedfunctional safety includes the same functionality but it is simplybuilt into the drive. The most basic functionality level is the STOcircuit insidethedrive,whichcansafelydisablethedrive’spower

stage, thus eliminating any need for a motor contactor. Usingdrive-integrated safety functions eliminates the hassle of figuringout how to hook up and wire the logic with relays, reset signalsand contactors as the drive safety functions are predesigned inthe module, waiting to be commissioned. Where multiple drivesystems are in use, a safety PLC can be used to coordinate thesafety functions of the individual drives, further eliminating theneed for additional hardware, and the associated additional designand implementation costs.

SummaryThe industrial environment is full of moving machine parts whichcan cause hazardous situations and lead to severe and often per-manent injuries.The roleof functional safety is toprotect people,property and ecosystems from often preventable accidents. It istherefore the ultimate responsibility of device suppliers, machinebuilders and system integrators to ensure that the products theydeliver are safe.

Safety for machines is achieved by complying with relevantsafetydirectivesandstandards.IntheEU,theEHSRwhichmachinebuilders must comply with are defined in the Machinery Directive2006/42/EC and the harmonised standards under this directive.For machine builders outside of EU, the IEC/ISO versions of theEU’s harmonised standards provide the necessary requirementsand guidance.

Drives have been used for decades in many industrial applica-tions. Where safety in automation systems once required manyexternal add-on devices, the ever-increasing levels of automationemployed in industrycombinedwiththeelectrotechnicalcapabilityofmanymoderndrives and safetyPLCsmeandrive systemsnowcontribute greatly to the overall safety of a system.

Today,newandimprovedsafetysolutionsandstandardsenablesafety to become an integrated part of drive functionality. Drive-basedfunctionalsafetymeansprovidingdrive-basedmotioncontrolthat protects people, property and ecosystems.

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LIGHT CURTAINSPilz has expanded its range of light barriers for

safe access to danger zones with the launch of

the PSENopt safety light curtain model.

The PSENopt offers an advanced configuration

mode using an Ethernet interface adapter and

PSENopt Configurator software. In this mode up

to five fixed blanking zones can be set, and the

number of floating blanking beams is selectable.

Muting options can also be set including cross

beam, parallel beam, muting period and override.

The Ethernet interface module also provides

for cloning, and remote monitoring/logging. On-

line, the status of individual beams, the safety

outputs (OSSDs), muting and blanking can all

be monitored and logged.

The light curtains can also be manually config-

ured via a stylus and three recessed membrane soft keys to basic

configuration mode.

When using several PSENopt Advanced light beam devices at

the same time, the visual coding prevents the light barriers from

impairing one another.

With the top and bottom beams located at the extremes of the

receiver/transmitter, there are no dead zones. The Pilz light curtains

can also be butted directly up to each other and cascaded where

greater than 1800 mm protected profile is required without any loss

of protection.

The Pilz Advanced range consists of 33 types covering Type 2

hand (30 mm) and Type 4 finger (14 mm) and hand (30 mm) reso-

lution, at protected heights ranging from 300 to 1800 mm, with an

operating range of 0.5-20 m. Reaction times are as fast as 11.9 ms.

Pilz Australia Industrial Automation LP


HAZARDOUS AREA BEACONSR. Stahl is introducing a visual signalling solution that withstands extreme environmental

conditions, with a wide operating temperature range of -55 to +70°C and an enclosure

manufactured from corrosion-resistant glass-reinforced polyester (GRP) that is designed

to provide IP66/IP67 protection.

All fixings are stainless steel. While the standard finish is natural black, painted units

with epoxy coatings in red, yellow and blue are also available. The beacons are sup-

plied with a robust stainless steel lens guard as standard to protect the flame-retardant

polycarbonate lens. The light source is a xenon tube providing a high light output.

FX15 beacons flash at a rate of 1/s. Lenses are available in seven colours (red, amber,

green, clear, blue, yellow and magenta). The Fresnel lens that covers the well glass and

houses the xenon tube produces a flash energy of 5 J, which ensures a luminous intensity

of 49 cd for the clear version. The beacons are suitable for use in a variety of onshore

and offshore applications and environments, notably including marine use, the oil and gas sector, and skid packages.

Operating voltages range from 24 and 48 VDC to 115 and 230 VAC. All units feature three M20 cable entries that

enable a variety of wiring and mounting options. FX15 flashing beacons are ATEX- and IECEx-certified, with other

relevant approvals (GOST, PESO, Inmetro and North American listing) to follow soon. Essential installation material,

such as mounting brackets, straps, glands, tag and duty labels, along with replacement parts, is also available.

R. STAHL Australia Pty Ltd


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The new OsiSense™ XMLR Pressure Sensor combines intuitive simplicity with high-quality performance, allowing control and visible indication of system pressure applications.

Key features include:

• easy installation – swivel and reverse display

• simple configuration – two push-buttons

• easy to maintain – fast diagnosis function

• flexibility - up to three outputs

• compactness - height of 88 to 100mm.

With pressure ranges from -1 to 600 bar, IP65 and 67 degree of protection, analogue (4 - 20mA, 0 - 10V) and digital (PNP or NPN) outputs; your system pressure control and visibility doesn’t get any easier than this.

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NETWORK MANAGEMENT SUITEMoxa has released the MXstudio software suite, which combines all the tools

needed for installation, operation, maintenance and diagnostics. The software suite

also includes Moxa’s MXview network management software and two new tools:

MXconfig and N-Snap.

MXstudio provides a more integrated version of Moxa’s network management

software that is designed to improve network monitoring and maintenance capabili-

ties, and also make mass device configuration and troubleshooting more efficient.

MXview industrial network management software, which displays real-time network

status information in an intuitive graphical interface, is now accompanied in MXstudio

by two new tools.

The MXconfig industrial network configuration tool reduces set-up time for initial

deployment of Industrial Ethernet devices, while the N-Snap industrial network

snapshot tool serves as a standalone utility to collect and compare network data for

more efficient troubleshooting. MXstudio can be downloaded from Moxa’s website.

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CAST KNIFE GATE VALVESThe DeZURIK KGC-MD maximum duty cast knife

gate valves are specifically designed to provide

the shearing and sealing capabilities needed in

demanding services such as cyclone separators,

recycle high-density cleaners, recycle detrashers or

sand cleaners. Because the valve is designed to

provide long service life in highly abrasive applications,

it can be used in many applications in the pulp and

paper, mining, chemical, petrochemical, power,

steel and food processing industries.

The KGC-MD knife gate valves are avail-

able in 80-600 mm sizes with metal or dual

metal and resilient seats. To withstand highly

abrasive media, the valves are available with a

replaceable hardened seat, hardened gate, full

100% port opening, high-performance packing

system with wire scraper rings and heavy-duty

superstructure. All these features combine to

provide a longer service life, less downtime and

less maintenance than other valves designed

for these tough applications.

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COMPACT TEMPERATURE SENSORSThe Optitemp TRA-C10,

TRA-C20 and TRA-C30 line

of compact temperature

sensors can be precon-

figured with an integrated

transmitter to meet the

most common require-

ments for measuring range

and immersion length, as

well as process and electri-

cal connections.

Although they are for different fields of application, the TRA-C10,

TRA-C20 and TRA-C30 share the same basic design: equipped with

Pt100 class A sensor element and build-in analog transmitter, they

cover the temperature range from -50 to +150°C (+200°C without

an integrated trasnmitter) for liquid and gaseous media. Accuracy

is ±0.15% of measuring range. For immediate use, the measuring

range is fixed and preconfigured to a 4-20 mA output with no pro-

gramming required.

All three sensors come in standard immersion lengths 50 or 100

mm (or, on request, 25-500 mm). Classed IP67/65, the sensors are

dust tight and can be used in wet outdoor environments. The solid

mechanical design has no moving parts, making them highly resistant

to mechanical stress.

The TRA-C10 is a hygienic compact temperature sensor suitable for

OEM applications in the food and beverage, pharmaceutical or sanitary

industries. It comes with process connection ISO 2852 DN25/38, and

the electrical connection is a standard M12 connection. The TRA-C10

can be CIP cleaned.

The TRA-C20 is a compact temperature sensor for general process

applications. It comes with G1/2 process connection and standard

electrical connection valve EN 175301-803.

The TRA-C30 is a compat temperature sensor with process con-

nection G½″ as standard and M12 electrical connection.

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CFD MODELLING SOFTWARECD-adapco has announced the release of STAR-CCM+

v9.02, the latest major release of its flagship simulation

tool. The company focused on increasing users’ produc-

tivity and reducing simulation turnaround time, as well as

a range of new application areas while making simulation

more realistic for customers.

Computational fluid dynamics simulations involve the cal-

culation of scalar quantities such as pressure, temperature,

species concentration, turbulence intensity etc. In order to

visualise these quantities CFD engineers have traditionally

had to use ‘surfaces’, either the domain boundaries, artificial

sections through the model or iso-surfaces. This process

becomes increasingly difficult as the complexity of models

increases. To address this, STAR-CCM+ v9.02 includes a

new volume rendering capability that allows engineers to

‘see inside’ a flow field for

the first time.

Another of the greatest

challenges of engineering

analysis is being able to

understand how changes in

geometry and flow features

might influence a product&#rsquo;s performance. The

introduction of the adjoint solver in STAR-CCM+ v8.04

allowed for direct access to sensitivity information from

a single simulation, and in STAR-CCM+, v9.02 features

have been added to broaden the applicability and improve

the ease of use of the adjoint solver. Chief among these

developments is the new tumble-and-swirl cost function

implemented based on industrial users’ feedback.

Also released in the version is the new Dispersed

Multiphase model - a lightweight, computationally effi-

cient, Eulerian model which results in simulations that are

much less computationally expensive than the Lagrangian

equivalent, without the need for the full physics capability

of Eulerian Multiphase (EMP).

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HANDHELD MEASURING UNITThe HMG 500 is a mobile measuring device for simple measurement tasks in fluid technology, for

example: hydraulics, pneumatics, lubrication technology, process technology or refrigeration and

air-conditioning technology. Up to two sensors with HYDAC Sensor Interface (HSI), for example

for measuring pressure, temperature or flow rate, can be connected.

The device recognises these sensors fully automatically and undertakes all of the necessary

basic device settings on its own. The measured values and the associated physical unit are

depicted on an LCD in convenient size.

The device determines the measurement values with a very high scanning rate and, as a result,

can record and display such measurements as pressure peaks in the maximum value accumulator

or rapid pressure reliefs in the minimum value accumulator. In addition, differential measurements

can be carried out with two similar sensors in order, for example, to evaluate pressure drops or

temperature differentials.

The device offers a function for the precise and safe setting of mechanical pressure and temperature

switches for the purpose of expanding the range of applications. Thanks to its compactness, simplicity and

versatility, the device is suitable as a companion for employees in maintenance, commissioning and service.

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Energy savings make conveyor investment an easy decision

Industrial Conveying (Aust) Pty Ltd (ICA), one of Australia’sleading conveyor companies, has recently completed amajorfactory refurbishment project involving a multinationalmanufacturer consolidating one of its Sydney plants using acomprehensiverangeoftechnologyfromSEW-Eurodrive.

ICA has been operating since the mid-70s across a widerange of industries, and specialises in customised projectsdesigned and built to the client’s specific requirements. Itspecialises inmaterials handling, transporting rawmaterials,processedmaterialsandfinishedproductsforadiverserangeofmanufacturingindustries.

BruceGranger,GeneralManagerofICA,saysthat,withtheincreasing cost of electricity, energy efficiency is becomingincreasinglyimportantforhisclientsandendusers.

“Companies are now looking closely at what their energyconsumption is, so anything they can do to reduce it is ahugeadvantage forthem,”hesaid.TheSydneyplantproject,withall-newconveyordrivetechnology,hasthepotentialto realise energy savingsforthecustomertothetuneof thousands of do l larsevery year. “It was not justenergy savings we wereabletooffertheclient,therewere substantial savings ininstallationandwiringcostsaswell.”

“While the project is inan existing building, it hadbeen completely strippedand refurbished inside withnewequipmentfromusandequipmentfromotherplants,”saidGranger. The main part of the project is taking cartons fromtheplant’smanufacturingcellsthroughanoverheadconveyorsystem,thencarryingthecartonsdowntoapalletisingsystem- with a total combined conveyor length of around 250 m.Grangersaidthesystemhasseveralautomatedmergerswherecartons from four different manufacturing cells travel on theoverhead conveyor systems, after which they all merge ontoonemaintrunklinewhichtakesthecartonstothepalletisingsystem,whereasortingsystemsortsthecartonsintovariouslanes.Grangerexplainedthatthemanufacturerhasmorethan30SKUswithtwomainvariationsofcartons;onemeasuring400 x 250 x 200 mm with the larger carton measuring 650x300x280mmandweighingupto20kg.“Whiletheflowratethroughthesystemismodestatthemoment,thesystemhasthe

abilitytobeincreasedwhenneededasproductionratesincrease.“Wehavedesignedtheoverheadconveyorsystemtoaccumulateviaparticulartypesofbeltsthatweuse,withtheabilitytoturnthedrivesoffandonasneeded.

“Like most of our projects, we are using SEW-Eurodriveelectrical equipment with various types of the Movigearmechatronicdrivesystem,whichisidealformaterialshandlingsystems.Overall,weareusing56SEW-Eurodrivemotorsonthisproject;theMovigearSNI,linkedtoMovifitfieldcontrollers,andMovigearDRCs.

“TheMovifitsystemhasallowedustocontroluptotenoftheMovigeardrivesfromjustonecontroller,whichhassignificantlyreducedourfieldwiringcomponentandsimplifiedthecontrols.

“It has also considerably cut our installation times byallowingustodotheprewiringofmanyofthecomponents-suchasthephotoelectriccells-connectingthemstraightbackto the Movigear units. “By doing a lot of the pre-installation

workanddrycommissioningthe system in our Bendigofactory, this gives us theconsiderable advantage ofreduced on-site work.” Theefficiency and distributedcontrol technology of theMovigear/Movifitsystemhasbeen key to reducing theenergyconsumption.“Acrossthe drives, we estimate thecurrent drawwill be as lowas20A,whereas ifwehaddesigned the project theconventionalwaythecurrent

drawwouldbemuchhigherpossiblyashighas60A,andcostthemanufacturer considerablymore to operate.Over the lifeofthisequipment,therewillbesubstantialsavings inenergyconsumption;savingsintheregionofthousandsofdollarseveryyear,”heexplained.

While with this project energy consumption was a keyelement,reliabilitywasalsoimportanttothemanufacturer,asmanyoftheconveyorsaresuspendedoverhead,sothedrivesystembeingcompactandlightweightwasanimportantfactor.“Withtheplantpresentlyoperatingtwoshifts,sixdaysaweek,reliabilityisparamountforthemanufacturerwhodoesnotwantanyproductiondowntime,andthereducedsuspendedweightwasanotheradvantageforus,”hesaid.

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LONG-RANGE SAFETY SENSORSThe Reer Admiral AX-LR Long Range safety

light system has been designed for the

protection of workers up to 60 m away

as well as those workers exposed to risks

arising from the use of dangerous machines

in a range of outdoor applications.

The Admiral AX-LR has two safe PNP

static outputs and can work without any external control unit, having

all the safety functions integrated inside the emitter and the receiver.

It complies with the requirements of the European Standard EN

61496-1 and the International Standard IEC 61496-1-2, and also

integrates the start/restart interlock function as well as providing

external device monitoring (EDM).

The features of the Reer Admiral AX-LR include: easy connection

and installation using M12 connectors and the use of standard cables;

integration of the main safety functions, including self-monitoring of

the safety circuits and for the AX models, the external device moni-

toring (EDM) and the start/restart interlock functions; master/slave

models for cascade connection of two light curtains and models

with floating blanking, with a wide variety of heights and resolutions.

Treotham Automation Pty Ltd


VACUUM RECEIVERFlexicon has introduced a vacuum receiver with

a pneumatically actuated dump valve for dilute

phase pneumatic conveying systems.

Constructed of stainless steel, the vacuum

receiver features a rugged, clamp-together design

that facilitates rapid, tool-free disassembly for filter

cleaning and maintenance. The modular design

permits the addition of cylinder segments for

increased holding volume. The flap-type dump

valve is actuated by a pneumatic cylinder via

manual contact closure, or programmable con-

trols based on weight gain, elapsed time or other user-defined parameters.

Unlike conventional filter receivers that employ multiple small filter elements,

this unit employs a single, large diameter filter cartridge facilitating rapid filter

changes and automatic reverse pulse jet cleaning of the filter element to

maintain conveying efficiency during operation.

Flexicon vacuum receivers separate solids from the air stream using filter

media and gravity, and are generally specified when materials contain smaller

particles that are prone to dusting or when dust containment is a primary

requirement. According to the company, the filter receiver handles a wide

range of capacities but is particularly suited to high-volume applications above

storage vessels or process equipment such as blenders and bulk bag fillers.

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LMT point level sensors with extended probe length, for hygienic applications.

The new LMT point level sensors with extended probe length (up to 250mm) and G1/2 fittings have now become available.

These already proven devices are perfect for detecting the levels of virtually any liquid, viscous medium or bulk material in storage tanks. Additionally, the sensors can also detect the absence of product.

The sensors are resistant to build up due to a high 200Mhz Capacitive Field Technology that reliably detects the true level, even in the case of high build up on the probe.

The sensors are also programmable via I/O Link software. This enables two switching outputs that can be set independently of each other so it is possible to differentiate between two different media.

The sensors are housed in high-grade stainless steel with a high protection rating IP 68/IP 69K. The robust LMT sensors meet all the requirements for hygienic areas.

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bus,identification

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position sensors

and objectrecognition

DESIGN SOFTWAREIntergraph has released SmartPlant P&ID 2014, the latest version of its engi-

neering solution for creating, maintaining and improving plant configurations.

SmartPlant P&ID 2014 features updated ducting and instrumentation diagram

functionality and the solution scope has been extended with enhancements to

more efficiently support work processes for project execution and plant opera-

tions and lower the cost of ownership. The version’s ducting and instrumentation

diagram (D&ID) capability lets users create a schematic representation for

air handling or process systems. The version configures the ducting system

with the connectivity, components and instruments that can next be used in

downstream tasks like SmartPlant Electrical and SmartPlant Instrumentation

and, ultimately, the physical design in Intergraph Smart 3D solution.

Using the version with the D&ID extension offers clear benefits to clients

designing air handling and/or process ducting systems. The connectivity

provides the benefits of validating the design early on as the SmartPlant P&ID

Engineering Integrity rules can be created to verify ducting-related engineer-

ing and safety practices. Additional enhancements allow users to interface to

SmartPlant Instrumentation for system controls; link to SmartPlant Electrical to

power fans; and report on components and load balancing for the systems.

An API allows the users to interface to external calculation or analysis

systems for more comprehensive system checks.

Intergraph Corporation Pty Ltd


SAFETY LIGHT CURTAINSSchmersal’s SLC440COM Series safety light curtains and

SLG440COM Series safety light grids are an economi-

cal, compact solution that are said to offer the highest

protection for the user, and incorporate highly visible

status signalling in a rugged housing.

The series safety light curtains are available with reso-

lutions of 14, 30 or 35 mm and protection field heights

between 330 and 1770 mm, and are also available as

safety light grids (SLG440COM) with two, three or four

beams for perimeter guarding. Both series are suited

for use in safety circuits up to PLe (EN 13849) or SIL3

(IEC 61508). The profile length corresponds to the pro-

tective field height to allow for optimal installation with

the application. Operating status can be seen from a

distance. The end cap of the receiver unit is moulded

from a semitransparent plastic that is illuminated by LEDs.

It shows green for proper operation and red when the protected

field has been interrupted or flashing red to indicate fault conditions.

The SLC440COM series features a one-piece extruded, reinforced

housing in a compact 28 x 33 mm rectangular profile. This housing

profile has proven to be less susceptible to mechanical damage

and misalignment from torsion or bending.

Control Logic Pty Ltd



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NEWPRODUCTS

We WANT to tell you about it ...But we can’t.

We want to tell you why this new technology is a game-changing evolution for civil, industrial, and commercial water industry partners. But we really can’t.

This unspeakably brilliant product is being launched at Ozwater’14 as part of a coordinated worldwide event, so for now we can’t say a word – even though our R&D boffins have impressed all of us with this development. We JUST CAN’T!

Please come to Ozwater’14 from 29 April, for Bürkert’s Big Reveal. If you’re not at Ozwater’14, keep watching & we’ll catch up soon!

We make ideas flow.

Tel 1300 888 868

www.burkert.com.au

Tel 0800 BURKERT (0800 287 537)

www.burkert.co.nz

[Don’t try calling about the new product launch though – we can’t tell!]

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HAZARDOUS AREA FLOWMETERSince its introduction in 2011, the Krohne H250 M40 flowmeter has achieved

more than 30 approvals worldwide for hazardous gas and dust areas, including

ATEX, IECEx, usFMc, NEPSI, INMETRO, KGS, GOST-R and PESO/CCOE, and has

recently received North American FM approvals for the ignition protection

types IS and NI.

H250 M40 combines the main types of explosion protection in one device:

it can be used in any suitable application that requires intrinsically safe or

non-incendive wiring strategies or as well for dust-ignition or explosion-proof

installations. Together with the worldwide approvals, the flowmeter is suit-

able for large international companies that have a stringent explosion protection

strategy for all plants but also need the respective local approvals. OEMs can fulfil

requirements of different customers with just one device.

All available indicator variants can be supplied with all available approvals.

Starting with pure mechanical flow indicators, the devices can easily be upgraded

with one or two limit switches (NAMUR, transistor or reed), a 4-20 mA signal output with HART, a graphi-

cal LCD with totaliser and pulse output or with a digital, bus-powered communication interface accord-

ing to Foundation fieldbus or Profibus PA standard - all on site, without interrupting the process. The

H250 M40 also offers a stainless steel housing with explosion-proof (Ex d/XP) enclosure, dedicated for

the oil and gas industry.

Krohne Australia



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AS I SEE IT

TAKINGALOOKONTHEINSIDE

Most industrial facilities, such assteelmills, oil refineries andpowerstations, areexpensive tobuildand

operate,sominimisingdowntimeisofprimeconcernforownersandoperationalstaff.Anyunplanned stoppages could cost millions ofdollars each day.

Visualisingtheconditionofthecomponentsof industrial machinery, such as engines,driveshafts,tanksandpipes,withouthavingtotakethemapartcansavetimeandmoney.Non-destructivetesting isthetermusedfortheexaminationofmaterialsandcomponentsinawaywhichdoesnotchangeordestroytheir usefulness.

Therearemanybenefitsforcompaniesus-ingthecorrectapplicationofnon-destructivetesting.Amajorone isprotectionofcapitalinvestment by instituting predictive mainte-nance programs which allow for servicingandrepairstotakeplaceatapredeterminedtime in order to minimise disruption andcost.Otherbenefitsincludecompliancewithtechnicalandstatutoryrequirementsandthesafety of both plant and personnel.

To be most effective, non-destructivetestingmustbereproducible,soallprincipalmethodsofnon-destructivetestingarecov-eredbyAustralianstandards.Moreandmorecompanies are recognising the importanceof NDT through corporate membership ofthe Australian Institute of Non-DestructiveTestingandcollaborationwithothermembercompaniesandindividualsinthedevelopmentand refinement of NDT standards. There isacommitmenttoofferingthebestsolutionsto the needs of customers and industry ingeneral through the development of newtechnologies, products and services thatmaximise the benefits of NDT.

OnetypeofNDTisremotevisualinspec-tion (RVI), which uses cameras attachedto flexible probes to view the inside of anencasedobjectorstructure.Imagingcanbedone intwoways-firstly,by lookingattheinsides directly with an optical camera, orsecondly,graphically,byplottingtheechoesand reflections generated, for example, byphased array ultrasonics.

One way to directly view the inside ofanencasedobjectorstructure is touseanindustrialvideoscope.RVIofmaterials,com-ponentsandstructuresallowstechnicianstodetectcracks,corrosion,surfaceburningandotherflawsthatmightleadtofailureorotherproblems with equipment. By using stereomeasurement technology, it is possible toaccuratelygaugethesizeofobservedcracksand defects. In addition, videoscopes candirectly embed condition data into recordedimages to easily catalogue information sothattrendscanbededucedandfactoredintopreventive maintenance schedules.

RVI uses purely optical methods to viewinteriorsandyoudon’tneedmuchofaholetoseethrough.Withthelatestfibrescopes,youonlyneedanopening0.9mmacrosstopasstheviewing tip into the inside. Advances inanalysissoftwareandhardwareminiaturisa-tion have led to the development of smallerand more sophisticated videoscopes, someofwhichcombineboththe lightsourceandoptical sensor into a unit at the tip of theprobe. The probe, which can be up to 30metres long, may also have small motorsembedded in it which allow the operator toremotely move the LED and lens assembly.

Not only can the newest videoscopesput a lot more light out of the end of theprobe, but that light can be used far moreeffectively, through reducingflaringoff sur-facesandwashingout, inordertogeneratehigh-quality images.

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