Signifying a breakthrough in digital safety limiters for thermal applications, Martens, a member of the GHM Group, has introduced the Safety-TL4896 for switch panel installation. “The Safety-TL4896 is innovation at its best, offering users a host of cost and resource savings,” comments Jan Grobler, managing director of GHM Messtechnik South Africa.
Representing a first in digital safety temperature limiters available worldwide, the Safety-TL4896 complies with all relevant European safety regulations. It has a reaction time of 0,5 seconds, shutting down the system if it detects an unsafe condition, and will ensure continuous operation with the added feature of a pre-alarm in the event of temperature fluctuation. A front panel LED indicates alarm conditions, complemented by information on the backlit display that identifies the cause in plain text.
The Safety-TL4896 satisfies all DIN EN14597 requirements and has been issued with a SIL2 certificate. Other key features include:
• The instrument operates as an indicator since it can be installed directly in the control panel instead of on the top rail. Therefore, any additional indicator element can be omitted.
• The integrated temperature output signal eliminates the need for additional interfaces to the PLC or scada.
• The reset function is executed directly on the device, thus no additional control element is needed.
• Configuration of the unit takes place directly from the front buttons and graphic display, eliminating the need for any additional interface devices and software.
“The Safety-TL4896 represents a first for thermal applications that enhance plant performance within the bounds of compliance to local regulations,” concludes Grobler. “The addition of the pre-alarm, which triggers before the actual alarm limit is reached, makes it possible to initiate corrective active at an early stage thus avoiding unnecessary plant shut-downs.”
The critical role of temperature measurement in flame hardening Instrotech
Temperature Measurement
Flame hardening is a heat treatment process widely used on parts made from mild steels, alloy steels, medium carbon steels and cast iron. Accurate temperature measurement is not just important, but critical for the success of flame hardening.
Read more...Noncontact infrared temperature control in aluminium rolling process Instrotech
Temperature Measurement
The aluminium rolling process is critical to the aluminium manufacturing industry, where precise temperature measurement is essential for ensuring high-quality product output and protecting equipment. The Optris long-wavelength camera can accurately measure strip temperatures in cold rolling and coiling applications.
Read more...Where simplicity meets reliability Endress+Hauser South Africa
Temperature Measurement
The new iTEMP TMT31 temperature transmitter from Endress+Hauser combines simplified selection, ordering, installation and operation with the highest reliability and long-term stability in one product.
Read more...Advanced sensor technology to reduce vehicle fatalities Senseca
Sensors & Transducers
Measurement technology plays a critical role across a range of industries. This is especially true when supplying highly accurate and reliable data for road management entities that assist drivers of vehicles experiencing hazardous weather conditions.
Read more...Automating car window defrosters
Temperature Measurement
Window defrosters are vital features in vehicles, particularly in colder climates. The automotive manufacturer seeks an efficient solution to quickly and precisely measure the temperature of the windows, ensuring that the connections, installed cables and wires work correctly and have no defects before the vehicle’s final release.
Read more...The impact of thermal imaging in steam methane reformers
Temperature Measurement
As global demand for hydrogen, ammonia and fertilisers increases, LAND is empowering steam methane reformer operators to unlock efficiency gains at existing plants to meet ambitious production targets while also safely decarbonising.
Read more...Proven indicators monitored in three dimensions ifm - South Africa
Temperature Measurement
The VVB30x continuously detects vibrations in three measurement axes and uses them to calculate proven indicators for evaluating machine condition.
Read more...Self-contained standalone lightning warning system Senseca
Electrical Power & Protection
The BTD-200 lightning warning system from Biral (UK) is a complete detection and warning system. Its highly specialised aviation grade lightning detection technology delivers the warning as soon as lightning is detected and before the first strike.
Read more...Digital display electronic sensors Transducer Technology
Temperature Measurement
The Trantech TTED series is a versatile range of digital display sensors designed for high-accuracy measurement of pressure, flow and temperature.
Read more...Quality process control instrumentation Instrotech
Temperature Measurement
Instrotech is a leading provider of high-quality process control instrumentation and industrial automation solutions that are designed to optimise efficiency, reliability and safety across industries.
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