Steam Turbine Controllers are configurable from a PC.
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Model 310SV for single-valve steam turbine driving mechanical load, and Model 320 for 1- or 2-valve steam turbine driving generator or mechanical load, provide automatic startup sequencing, speed control, and process control. Interface allows users to trend and record I/O values and states, and view alarm and trip history. Controller can be configured to accommodate eight different speed bands, each with independent ramp rates and idle times.
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Triconex Introduces New Turbomachinery Control Solutions
New Steam Turbine Controllers Offer Flexibility and Powerful Configuration Tools
IRVINE, Calif., July 23, 2003 -- Triconex, an operating unit of Invensys plc, today announced the introduction of two new configurable control solutions for steam turbine applications. The 310SV and 320 controllers are the latest evolution in its family of innovative turbomachinery controls.
"Since their inception, Triconex turbomachinery controls have set the standard for innovations and value," said Tracey Sledge, Triconex vice president and general manager. "The addition of these two steam turbine controllers to the product line continues that tradition by offering the power, flexibility and value price that our customers demand."
310SV Features
Designed to meet customer demand for a steam turbine controller with power and flexibility at a value price, the Triconex 310SV provides automatic startup sequencing, speed control and process control for a single-valve steam turbine driving a mechanical load.
The 310SV PC Configurator is a Windows(R)-based software interface that enables the user to easily configure the controller from a PC, trend and record I/O values and states and view alarm and trip history. Users may select from a variety of control options to match their turbine's operational requirements. The controller can be configured to accommodate eight different speed bands, each with independent ramp rates and idle times. It offers flexible, digital I/O points that can be individually configured and Modbus(R) serial data communications.
The PC Configurator also provides offline simulation to test the controller configuration without starting the turbine. Engineers can simulate a turbine startup and confirm configured speed ranges, ramp rates and digital I/O functions without leaving their office environment. Simulate Mode also can be used as an effective tool to train technicians and operators.
320 Features
The Triconex 320 controller provides automatic startup sequencing, speed control and process control for a one-valve or two-valve steam turbine driving a generator or mechanical load. It offers users flexible digital and analog I/O configuration and Modbus serial data communications.
"We've taken the powerful, proven Triconex two-valve turbine control algorithms and put them in a very flexible and affordable package," said Sledge. "Users can easily configure the 320 for a complicated steam turbine application in minutes, saving valuable time."
In addition to all of the capabilities that the 310SV provides, the 320 controller also delivers inlet/extraction/exhaust pressure control, process and megawatt control and automatic generator synchronization. Its Windows-based software interface allows users to easily configure the controller from a PC, trend and record I/O values and states, as well as view alarm and trip history.
About Triconex
Triconex, an operating unit of Invensys plc, is a global leader in the supply of products, systems and services for safety, critical control and turbomachinery applications. Since its inception in 1983, the company has installed thousands of control systems solutions in a wide variety of industries and applications worldwide. Triconex products are based on patented Triple Modular Redundancy (TMR) industrial safety-shutdown technology. Today, Triconex TMR products operate globally in more than 5,000 installations. According to industry research firm ARC Advisory Group, this makes Triconex the largest TMR supplier in the world. For more information, visit the Triconex Web site at www.triconex.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 850 million pounds (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, 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, Foxboro, APV, Avantis, Eurotherm, Triconex, Wonderware, Powerware, IMServ, Safetran Systems, Burco Systems, Westinghouse Signals, APV Baker, Hansen Transmissions and Lambda are trademarks of Invensys plc, its subsidiaries and affiliated companies. All other brands may be trademarks of their respective owners.
