Preset Controller measures flow of hydrocarbon liquids.
January 10, 2008 -
DL8000 microprocessor-based batch delivery controller calculates flow for custody transfer using average measured product flow rates, measured temperature, pressure, and density to achieve measurement of flow at standard conditions. Double-precision math computations are enabled by Fisher® ROC-Series remote operations controller technology. Unit can be configured for different batch loading applications using ROCLINK(TM)800 software and is fully programmable for PLC tasks.
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Original Press release
Emerson Process Management
8301 Cameron Road
Austin, TX, 78754
USA
Emerson Announces Next Generation Preset Controller for Batch Measurement and Control
Increased accuracy and integrity for the measurement of hydrocarbon liquids
HOUSTON, TEXAS (January 7, 2008) Emerson Process management introduces the DL8000 microprocessor-based batch delivery controller to meet increasingly high industry standards for accuracy and integrity. A result of Emerson's commitment to deliver best-in-class solutions for liquid flow measurement, DL8000 is the next generation of the DanLoad line of Preset Controllers, designed to resolve batch control requirements for liquid custody transfer applications.
Changing industry standards, the high cost of hydrocarbon products, and the need to manage operation costs fuel the new technology. Preset controllers accurately set the amount of liquid to be delivered and loaded into a truck, railcar, or ship, and control the valves and pumps to load the liquid while monitoring critical circuits to ensure safe loading. These processes must all meet standards set by the American Petroleum Institute (API). The API continually updates its measurement standards and Emerson improves its products to help our customers keep in step.
With the high price of oil, other liquid hydrocarbon products, and chemicals, precise measurement of delivered quantities for revenue metering is more critical than ever. The accuracy of the DL8000 is enhanced with the capability for double-precision math computations supplied by Emerson's high performing Fisher® ROC-Series remote operations controller technology. This not only satisfies API requirements, but also provides extremely accurate measurement and reliable control, local or remote.
Because hydrocarbons expand and contract with changes in temperature and pressure, converting the flow measurement to standard conditions provides a more accurate measurement. The DL8000 calculates flow for custody transfer using average measured product flow rates, measured temperature, pressure, and density to achieve a measurement of flow at standard conditions. This conversion capability provides potential savings of million of dollars over time.
The DL8000 is easy to configure for different batch loading applications using ROCLINK(TM)800 software and is fully programmable for PLC tasks using FST (Function Sequence Tables) or any of the languages defined by IEC Standard 61131-3, including ladder logic, structured text, function block diagrams, instruction list, or sequential function chart language. Connectivity of the DL8000 to Emerson's DeltaV(TM) Process Control Systems with ROConnect enables the customer to drive maximum benefit, performing remote device diagnostics using Emerson's AMS(TM) Suite predictive maintenance software. This improves productivity and reduces maintenance cost.
Learn more about the DL8000 and other Remote Automation Solutions from Emerson Process Management at www.EmersonProcess.com/Remote.
About Emerson Process Management
Emerson Process Management (www.emersonprocess.com), an Emerson business, is a leader in helping businesses automate their production, processing and distribution in the water and wastewater, chemical, oil and gas, refining, power, pulp and paper, food and beverage, pharmaceutical and other industries. Remote Automation Solutions (www.emersonprocess.com/Remote), a division of Emerson, is the leading worldwide supplier of flow computers, remote automation units, presets, instruments, and engineered services for the oil, gas, water, wastewater and process industries. Remote Automaton Solutions products and systems are an example of Emerson's combining of superior products and technology with industry-specific engineering, consulting, project management and maintenance services. Emerson brands include PlantWeb®, Bristol®, ControlWave®, FloBoss(TM), ROC, Daniel®, Fisher®, Micro Motion®, Rosemount®, Mobrey®, DeltaV(TM), Ovation®, and AMS(TM) Suite.
About Emerson
Emerson (NYSE: EMR), based in St. Louis, is a global leader in bringing technology and engineering together to provide innovative solutions to customers through its network power, process management, industrial automation, climate technologies, and appliance and tools businesses. Sales in fiscal 2007 were $22.6 billion. For more information, visit www.GoToEmerson.com.
Bristol, ControlWave, PlantWeb, FloBoss, ROC, Daniel, Brooks, Fisher, Micro Motion, Rosemount, Mobrey, DeltaV, Ovation, and AMS are marks of Emerson Process Management. All other marks are the property of their respective owners.
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