AMETEK Process Instruments

Fieldbus Foundation interface
Working with Fieldbus, Inc., this company has added a Fieldbus Foundation interface to its Linkbus remote instrument monitoring system (Linkbus RIMS), which allows the firm’s process analyzers and instruments to be seamlessly integrated with a wide range of plant control systems. It also provides a data bridge so that older analyzers that use proprietary communications protocols can be integrated into modern Fieldbus Foundation networks. The ability to gain easy, remote access to analyzer information and trend data allows for more-efficient maintenance and troubleshooting.

Model 5100-NCM
The Model 5100-NCM offers a highly reliable and cost-effective method for quickly and accurately measuring moisture in natural gas. The device has a detection limit of 5 ppmv and an operating range from 5 to 2,500 ppmv. It is accurate to less than 2% of reading or ±4 ppmv, whichever is greater. The laser-based analyzer features compact, fully enclosed optics and sample conditioning, on-board moisture verification, and all digital processing. The rugged, compact unit is available in an IP65 and NEMA 4 enclosure with both Modbus and Ethernet analog and digital connectivity.

Model IPS-4
The Western Research Model IPS-4, developed for UV-VIS spectroscopy of liquids and gases, can measure up to eight wavelengths and quantify five measurement components simultaneously. It comes with chemometric capability to solve complex measurement problems. The unit offers the advantage of no moving parts, high signal-to-noise ratio, minimized stray light effects, wide linear dynamic range, and fast and full spectral acquisition (220–1,100 nm). The IPS-4 is engineered to withstand harsh outdoor, industrial environments. It possesses excellent temperature stability, reliability and features a host of self-diagnostic and predictive maintenance capabilities. The unit is equipped with numerous analog (4–20 mA) and digital communications capabilities, including RS232, RS485 with MODBUS RTU protocol and a built-in Fast Ethernet port. A built-in web browser offers Internet connectivity, enabling users to access data on the intranet and Internet.