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Automated Rigorous Performance Monitoring (ARPM) v2.0 combines simulation, data reconciliation, gross error-detection, and performance-monitoring technologies. COM interface allows COM-compliant applications to open, change, and run ARPM 2.0 flow sheets, while integrated graphical environment enables complete flow sheet setup, access to process information, and execution of performance monitoring from anywhere within network. Applications include oil and gas processing.
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SimSci-Esscor Launches Next-Generation Plant Performance-Monitoring Solution
ARPM 2.0 Uniquely Combines Simulation, Data Reconciliation and Performance-Monitoring Technologies
LAKE FOREST, Calif., May 7, 2003 -- SimSci-Esscor, an operating unit of Invensys plc, today announced the next generation release of Automated Rigorous Performance Monitoring (ARPM), a comprehensive solution for plant performance-monitoring challenges in the oil and gas processing, petroleum refining, petrochemical and chemical manufacturing industries.
A part of SimSci-Esscor's online performance suite, ARPM 2.0 is one of the only performance-monitoring solutions in the market that provides rigorous process simulation, plant data reconciliation, gross error-detection and performance-monitoring in a single-user environment. Typical ARPM applications include monitoring heat exchanger fouling, compressor performance efficiency, distillation column efficiency and catalyst activity.
ARPM 2.0 brings new levels of precision and ease-of-use to heat-exchange monitoring as well as rotating equipment such as compressors and pumps. New features include an improved application library, unparalleled data reconciliation and gross error-detection methods. An innovative COM interface allows other COM-compliant applications such as Excel or a Web browser to open, change and run an ARPM 2.0 flow sheet for off-line case studies without any programming requirements.
"ARPM offers a uniquely powerful performance-monitoring solution to the process industries," said Ken Brown, vice president and general manager of SimSci-Esscor. "Several customers are already realizing the power and effectiveness of this integrated automation tool. Its ease-of-use qualities enable even a novice user to effectively perform online modeling and performance-monitoring, while its rigor and power serve as the perfect stepping stone to full, online process optimization."
An integrated graphical environment enables operators to generate complete flow sheet setup, access process information and execute performance monitoring seamlessly from anywhere within the computing network. Its real time system also allows users to easily define complex event sequences for automated monitoring daily, weekly or at any preset interval.
ARPM 2.0 uses real-time plant data and exact simulation models to extract validated process and equipment performance information. With consistent, comprehensive and timely information available, plants can reduce overall costs by diagnosing the root causes of process performance degradation and anticipating the need for maintenance.
The solution enables customers to monitor the current performance of equipment relative to its design and identify subtle drifts in sensor data to ensure the long-term accuracy of performance calculations. Problems due to faulty instrumentation are identified and can be promptly resolved. By quickly calibrating the sensors before they trigger an alarm, companies can avoid accidents and costly unscheduled shutdowns.
Plants utilizing ARPM 2.0 can also determine the economic impact of the performance degradation and evaluate the financial benefits of any process changes before they are implemented.
About SimSci-Esscor
SimSci-Esscor, an operating unit of Invensys plc, is a leader in the development and deployment of industrial process simulation software and systems for a variety of industries, including oil and gas production, petroleum refining, petrochemical and chemical manufacturing, electrical power generation, mining, pulp and paper, and engineering and construction. SimSci-Esscor solutions enable clients to minimize capital requirements, optimize facility performance, and maximize returns on investments in producing assets. SimSci-Esscor supports more than 750 client companies in more than 70 countries. For more information, visit the SimSci-Esscor website at www.simsciesscor.com.
About Invensys
Invensys is a global leader in production technology. The group helps customers improve productivity, performance and profitability using innovative services and technologies and a deep understanding of their industries and applications.
Invensys Production Management works closely with customers to increase performance of production assets, maximize return on investment in production and data management technologies and remove cost and cash from the supply chain. The division includes APV, Avantis, Eurotherm, Foxboro, IMServ, SimSci-Esscor, Triconex and Wonderware. These businesses address process and batch industries - including oil and gas, chemicals, power and utilities, food and beverage, and personal health care - and the discrete and hybrid manufacturing sectors.
Invensys Rail Systems is a global leader in the design, manufacture, supply, installation, commissioning and maintenance of safety related rail signaling and control systems as well as a complete range of rail signaling and communications products. The business includes Westinghouse Rail Systems Limited (WRSL), Dimetronic Signals, Safetran Systems, Burco Services, Westinghouse Signals Australia and Foxboro Transportation. WRSL was recently awarded two contracts valued at more than £850m (US$1.3 billion) for the renewal of signaling on the London Underground.
Invensys also currently serves other market sectors through its Development Division. The businesses in this division are: Appliance Controls, APV Baker, Baan, Climate Controls, Hansen Transmissions, Lambda, Metering Systems, Powerware and Teccor. Invensys is actively seeking to develop these businesses through equity partners or new owners.
Invensys operates in more than 60 countries, with its headquarters in London. For more information, visit www.invensys.com.
Invensys, SimSci-Esscor, ARPM, APV, Avantis, Baan, Eurotherm, Triconex, Wonderware, Powerware, Hansen Transmissions and Lambda are trademarks of Invensys plc, its subsidiaries and affiliated companies. All other brands may be trademarks of their respective owners.
