September 2014System Integration & Control Systems Design
When Shell Lubricants in the UK needed to replace an ageing process alarm system with SIL certified technology, it chose Omniflex to engineer a replacement solution based on the state-of-the-art Omni16R annunciator system, but downtime would be critical.
The challenge
Keeping a manufacturing process safe is a critical factor in running a successful process plant. Ageing plants can put people and the environment at risk by relying on old alarm systems that no longer meet current safety requirements, or are no longer able to be maintained.
However, replacing such systems can be costly due mainly to the plant downtime incurred during system change over. The brief from Shell was to replace the ageing RIS AN5100 system without the need to touch field wiring or plant drawings.
The solution
Omniflex engineered a replacement solution based upon its SIL certified Omni16R rack based alarm annunciator. Special terminal boards were constructed to interface with the existing plant cabling to ensure the minimum of disruption during change over.
Ten Omni16R annunciator racks were fitted into the original RIS panels further reducing the cost and risk during of the change out.
The result
Geoff Roberts, Engineering Technician said, “I felt totally confident from the start working with the Omniflex engineers that the system would be designed and installed correctly, and they did not let me down. Installing the new system enabled us to tidy the alarm fascias in the control rooms, making the whole system more efficient.”
The new Omniflex system also provides Shell with an Ethernet link to the scada system, meaning that alarms can now be logged.
A technical partnership that lasts Omniflex Remote Monitoring Specialists
News
Ian Loudon, international sales and marketing at remote monitoring specialist, Omniflex reflects on the longevity of the partnership with Sasol, the key technology milestones along the way, and the most recent project in South Africa.
Read more...Omniflex upgrades alarms for Uganda hydro plants Omniflex Remote Monitoring Specialists
Industrial Wireless
Omniflex has worked with Uganda Electricity Generation Company to provide an upgrade solution for the plant alarm equipment across the Nalubaale and Kiira hydroelectric power stations on Lake Victoria.
Read more...Control system upgrade: Smelting SAM Systems Automation & Management
System Integration & Control Systems Design
Systems Automation & Management recently completed a major control system upgrade in the smelting industry. The project was delivered on budget and achieved a positive ROI for the client.
Read more...Gottwald drives upgrade: Ports and harbours Abacus Automation
System Integration & Control Systems Design
In the ports and harbours sector, Abacus Automation completed a significant modernisation of a Gottwald crane, improving both operational reliability and serviceability.
Read more...Agogo Integrated West Hub Project: FPSO/subsea offshore Angola Moore Process Controls
System Integration & Control Systems Design
The Agogo Integrated West Hub project represents a historic milestone in the FPSO and subsea industry, achieving first oil offshore of Angola. This project is the first FPSO deployment since ANPG’s establishment in 2019, and the first major project for Azule Energy since 2022.
Read more...Omniflex through the decades Omniflex Remote Monitoring Specialists
News
As Omniflex celebrates 60 years of engineering excellence, we take a look back at the decade that saw us really kick in and deliver major engineering projects – the 1970s.
Read more...Remote monitoring in remote and harsh environments Omniflex Remote Monitoring Specialists
Industrial Wireless
For power grids, water supply networks and many industrial facilities, managing infrastructure in remote locations is a significant challenge. Omniflex discusses the requirements for remote monitoring equipment deployed in remote and harsh environments, and shares an example from the company’s work with a South African electricity supply company.
While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information contained herein, the publisher and its agents cannot be held responsible for any errors contained, or any loss incurred as a result. Articles published do not necessarily reflect the views of the publishers. The editor reserves the right to alter or cut copy. Articles submitted are deemed to have been cleared for publication. Advertisements and company contact details are published as provided by the advertiser. Technews Publishing (Pty) Ltd cannot be held responsible for the accuracy or veracity of supplied material.
printer friendly version