Honeywell Introduces Touchscreen Operator Interface for HC900 Control System Operators


Easy-to-configure operator interface simplifies the operation and efficiency of standalone and small process control applications

PHOENIX, June 17, 2009 - Honeywell (NYSE:HON) today released a touchscreen operator interface that helps plant operators using Honeywell HC900 Control Systems more easily manage their processes. The Honeywell 900 Control Station is a panel-mounted interface available for all new HC900 installations. It also can be retrofitted for existing, compatible systems.

The new operator interface, featuring a 10.4-inch color display touchscreen, introduces enhanced graphic features designed to reduce set-up time and simplify operation while improving security and versatility in the field. Preformatted displays, custom graphic tools, plus more than 4,000 pre-built process graphic objects make it easy for system designers to create unique color graphic touchscreen displays that schematically symbolize the layout and functions of the process, facilitating operator acceptance. The interface also helps simplify process changeovers by allowing operators to select from previously stored recipe variables, setpoint programs, setpoint schedules and sequences.

"Efficient production means being able to focus on managing processes," said Henri Tausch, vice president and general manager, Honeywell Field Solutions. "The 900 Control Station enables customers to manage and optimize their applications by providing an easy-to-use system for application control, measurement and data acquisition."

The HC900 Control System includes hybrid control solutions used for stand-alone control and SCADA applications in processes such as thermal control in boilers, furnaces, kilns and dryers. It is also ideal for small-unit processing in pharmaceutical, chemical, bio-fuel and pilot-plant applications.

To learn more about the new Honeywell 900 Control Station Touch Screen Operator Interface and the HC900 Control System, please visit http://www.honeywell.com/ps.

Honeywell International (www.honeywell.com) is a Fortune 100 diversified technology and manufacturing leader, serving customers worldwide with aerospace products and services; control technologies for buildings, homes and industry; automotive products; turbochargers; and specialty materials. Based in Morris Township, N.J., Honeywell's shares are traded on the New York, London, and Chicago Stock Exchanges. For more news and information on Honeywell, please visit www.honeywellnow.com. Honeywell Process Solutions is part of Honeywell's Automation and Control Solutions group, a global leader in providing product and service solutions that improve efficiency and profitability, support regulatory compliance, and maintain safe, comfortable environments in homes, buildings and industry. For more information about Honeywell Process Solutions, access http://www.honeywell.com/ps.

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Brian Chapman

602-313-4374

brian.chapman@honeywell.com

Andres Ybarra

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