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IO FTA

The FTA module for IO converts input field signals to values appropriate for the Safety Manager input module being used,

or converts Safety Manager output module signals to values that can be used in the field.

For this conversion, the FTA can be used in combination with an input conversion module or an output conversion module.

FTA modules are available in widths of 70 mm (2.76 inches) or 109 mm (4.29 inches) and in lengths of 90 mm to 300 mm

(3.54 inches to 11.81 inches), depending on the FTA type.

The modules are mounted on standard DIN EN rails (TS32 or TS35 x 7.5).

The FTA may contain electronic circuitry to convert standard Safety Manager signals into specific signals with characteristics required by the field device.

When connected to the Safety Manager IO module, all FTAs use the standard system interconnect cable FS-SIC-0001. field cables are connected to the terminals.

Communication FTAs

FTAs used for communication purposes are connected to a channel of the Universal Safety Interface (USI).

All Safety Manager IO modules are galvanically or optically isolated between the external and internal power supplies.

Safety IO modules are available for safety circuits up to SIL3 and SIL3.

Safety modules can also be used in control applications to provide Safety Manager diagnostics and fault reporting with or without automatic fault isolation.

(The automatic fault isolation feature is configurable).

Field Interface

Safety Manager™ uses Field Terminal Assemblies (FTAs) and internal cables to connect IOs and communication channels to field terminals.

Two communication FTAs are available:

– Ethernet FTA, UCOM-HSE, or SDW-550 EC are available:

– Automatic switching of the 10Mb/100Mb Ethernet interface.

– The Universal FTA, DCOM-232-485. provides an Ethernet FTA, UCOM-HSE, or SDW-550 EC.

– RS232

– RS485

Cabling

System Interconnect Cables (SIC) connect field signals to IO modules.

Depending on the type of SIC cable, an FTA is required to establish the connection.

Benefits:

Simplified engineering and design efficiencies – Simplified safety network design

Enhanced system reliability and robustness – utilizes Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) and IEC 61508 standards

Improved process availability – uninterrupted operation during system degradation with QMR technology

Improve O&M performance – unify critical process data and control information for seamless access

Protect investment – facilitate migration from FSC to QMR safety technology

Comply with safety standards – equip industries with SIL3 safety-compliant tools, hardware and software throughout the life cycle of the installation

The IO modules utilize European standard sized instrumentation cards.

The module front panels are 3 HE (3U) high and 4 TE (4 HP) wide. Each IO chassis holds 18 IO modules.

All IO modules have standard 32-pin DIN 41612F connectors.

All IO chassis are equipped with an IO backplane with mating 32-pin connectors and key coding to prevent incorrect insertion of IO modules.

Safety Manager offers a wide range of digital and analog inputs and outputs with different characteristics to meet the needs of a variety of field devices.

Table 12 on the next page lists the available inputs and outputs for the Safety Manager.

Built on QMR technology:

Safety Manager™ is based on reliable Quadruple Modular Redundancy (QMR™) diagnostic technology and 2oo4D architecture.

QMR increases system flexibility, enhances diagnostic messaging, and increases system fault tolerance for critical applications.

This technology enables Safety Manager to handle multiple system failures to meet the needs of critical control applications.

In addition, Safety Manager is the cornerstone for integrating SIL (Safety Integrity Level) rated sensors and valve actuators in the field.

This ensures effective deployment of safety instrumented functionality for complex and hazardous processes.

Whether it’s integrating SIL1-2 safety transmitters (ST3000 and STT250) or safety valve positioners

to enhance safety and field asset management, Safety Manager is the perfect enabler for Safety Instrumented Systems (SIS).

Enhanced business results:

Safety Manager™ is an evolution of the proven Fail Safe Controller (FSC®) safety system

platform that has been globally recognized for more than 15 years.

It embodies proven technology backed by Honeywell’s two decades of expertise in process safety management.

This includes the integration of process safety data, applications, system diagnostics and critical control strategies.

Safety Manager is designed to enhance business performance, improve process safety and protect plant assets and people.

The safety system is seamlessly integrated with the Experion™ Process Knowledge System (PKS) into a single architecture,

providing an excellent opportunity to improve safety and process availability.

Experion PKS ensures unparalleled connectivity between processes and business operations,

optimizes workflows, simplifies maintenance tasks, enhances safety management, and frees personnel from manual tasks.

Introducing:

Honeywell Safety Manager™ is a reliable and highly complete safety system tailored for critical control applications.

It is an integral part of Honeywell Experion™ PKS and integrates seamlessly into PlantScape and can also operate autonomously.

Safety Manager is the foundation of functional safety, ensuring the well-being of individuals,

plant assets and the environment while optimizing plant continuity.

Safety Manager is a user-programmable, modular, microprocessor-based safety system

capable of performing a wide range of high integrity process control and safety instrumentation functions, including:

High integrity process control

Burner/boiler management systems

Process protection and emergency shutdown

Turbine and compressor safety protection

Fire and gas detection systems

Pipeline monitoring

Architecture

The system consists of a single 1” (2.54 cm) wide board mounted in a ruggedized rack designed for European style cabinets.

Two rack widths are available:

a. 19-inch with 17 card slots for up to 16 channel control cards and one engineering card.

b. Half 19 inches with 9 card slots for up to 8 channel control cards and 1 engineering card.

Each subrack contains one engineering card and one DC input card to form the rack system.

The system is designed to accommodate different customer wiring configurations, and for this reason,

the control functions are separated from the relays and field wiring connections.

Therefore, single channel gas detection consists of :

a. Sensor Driver Module

For compatibility with a wide range of input and sensor types,

the circuitry required to control the sensors is mounted on separate plug-in sensor driver modules.

These modules plug directly into the channel control card and are factory installed.

Two different modules are available, one for catalytic inputs and the other for 4 – 20mA inputs.

b. Single Channel Control Cards

Each single-channel control card is self-contained and contains all the necessary electronic circuitry to provide sensor actuation, 

alarm detection, and gas level indication for that gas detection channel.

c. Field Interface or Relay Card

Field interface/relay cards provide interface connections between the control card and the respective field-connected gas sensors.

In addition, relay cards provide alarm outputs for field connections.

How Experion LCN Works

Expanding on the Enhanced TPS Node capabilities, the Experion LCN (ELCN) further enables continuous innovation for Honeywell customers.

Using our proven Experion Fault Tolerant Ethernet (FTE) infrastructure, a new ELCN bridge connects Experion to Classic Coax LCN

Once this connection is established, the LCN coax connection can be removed one LCN node at a time.

Instead of a hardware connection for every Experion TPS node, only one redundant ELCN bridge pair is needed to enable virtualization.

Migration Planning

Success with modernization depends on developing a multi-year migration plan that can include support at every stage of the automation lifecycle.

Service programs can include Assurance 360. Solution Enhancement Support Program (SESP), Kits & Enhancements,

Hardware Refresh, and Lifecycle Management. For instance, Assurance 360 transforms how you manage and maintain systems.

Honeywell the Experion PKS systems. Honeywell provides agreed service levels rather than prescribed quantities of materials and labor.

Users prescribed quantities of materials and labor. Users take a strategic view to minimize the total cost of ownership,

guarantees performance, and utilizes the automation system to improve business results.

Honeywell offers flexible solutions you can live with and grow with when you develop a modernization plan tailored to your unique site requirements.

Without the need to “rip and replace” existing control systems, Honeywell modernization protects your intellectual property,

retains physical assets, and leverages the value of your technology investments.

Introduction

Honeywell continues to enable customers to take advantage of state of the

art control system technology while protecting their intellectual property investment.

Honeywell’s on process incremental upgrade to Experion LCN modernizes

the control system infrastructure and enables the Industrial Internet of

Things (IIoT by Honeywell). Existing control strategy, field terminations,

applications, history and graphics can be retained allowing users to focus

on high value improvements.

This strategy maintains safe and reliable controls while modernizing and

evolving with the most advanced technologies. It keeps established, reliable

systems running longer, extends uptime, and preserves investments in

hardware and network infrastructure.

Challenges

In an uncertain global economy, every manufacturer is under growing

pressure to reduce costs while improving performance.

Plants running the TotalPlant™ Solution (TPS) system need to avoid

obsolescence by employing modern technology. TPS introduced in 1998.

helped establish open plant automation with a host of advanced

applications. However, its users are now dealing with compliance issues

related to new safety regulations, as well as increasing system support challenges.

UDC2800 DIN Controller

The Universal Digital Controller (UDC) 2800 provides a cost-effective solution with enhanced display,

faster configuration, more accurate, and easy-to-use temperature control and heat treatment

What Is It?

The UDC 2800 is the next generation of panel-based temperature controller.

It’s more connected, more accurate, faster and more efficient, delivering improved performance and a lower cost of ownership.

With Bluetooth and remote connectivity, app-based configuration and a full-color TFT screen it’s an easy to use,

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How Does It Work?

The UDC2800 delivers 0.15% accuracy and a market-leading scanning speed of 100ms to capture

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It supports up to 64 setpoints segment and four PID sets, with RTD, TC, mV, mA, RH, carbon and oxygen inputs as standard, as well as two universal analogue inputs.

UDC2800 can meet the needs of even the most complex operations.

The controller is ASM2750F aerospace standard compliant as well as NEMA4X for food and beverage wash downs. 

The controller is a single solution upgrade from both UDC2500 and UDC3200 controllers with a single solution for simpler maintenance,

stock management and orders. It’s also entirely backwards compatible, retaining the same 1/4 DIN form factor,

terminal arrangement and back panel as previous models.

What Problems Does It Solve?

The UDC2800 is a single solution for efficient and accurate temperature control to meet regulatory requirements,

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