Emerson Process Management's Valve Automation Division has introduced SIL-PAC, a final control solution as part of a safety-instrumented system (SIS), designed to help protect against process upsets or failures. SIL-PAC combines a complete hardware package for safety integrity level (SIL) suitability that consists of field-proven Bettis scotch yoke valve actuators, Fisher's Fieldvue digital valve controller, various options, and a quarter-turn valve that meets the user's requirements (and brand preference if applicable).
SIL-PAC is packaged and tested by Bettis and issued with a certificate of SIL suitability, embracing such standards as IEC 61508/61511, ANSI/ISA SP84 and OSHA CFR 1910,119. The complete, single-sourced package lowers acquisition costs, reduces labour requirements, increases operating flexibility and improves cost of ownership.
Bettis actuators are suitable for SIL3 applications, are PED97/23/EC and ATEX certified and are water ingress certified to IP66/67M. Fisher's TÜV-certified controller is designated for SIL 3 use, can allow for on-line partial stroke testing of the valve and provide for predictive diagnostics. The combination, with optional components including local test switch, solenoids, and local shutdown, offers a fully documented final control solution for SIL 1, 2 or 3 applications.
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 oil and gas, chemical, refining, pulp and paper power, food and beverage, pharmaceutical and other industries. The valve automation division, one of Emerson's final control businesses, consolidates a comprehensive array of valve automation products and services, bringing together well-known industry leaders such as Bettis, El-O-Matic, Hytork, Shafer and Dantorque. Its best-in-class technology and expertise play a key role in Emerson's combining of superior products and technology with industry-specific engineering, consulting, project management and maintenance services.
For more information contact Martin Horsfall, El-o-Matic SA, t/a Emerson Process Management, 011 974 3336, [email protected]
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