Electricity + Control October 2015

ANALYTICAL INSTRUMENTATION

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Sensor management for Memosens sensors

Measuring technology specialist Knick now offers an enhanced ver- sion of their sensor management software for Memosens technol- ogy: MemoSuite Advanced allows for the calibration of up to ten sensors at once.The intuitive-to-operate PC software enables users to easily pre-calibrate sensors for pH, ORP, oxygen, conductivity and temperature measurement under optimal conditions in the lab, i.e. completely dispenses with complicated on-site calibrations in ad- verse environmental conditions. Sensors can be connected to a PC via USB using the interface converter MemoLink included in supply. In addition to the calibration function, MemoSuite Advanced completely records all calibration data and logs operational times (across all or under extreme process conditions) allowing for docu-

measuring values, sensor data and the latest adjustments and supports a multitude of established calibration methods. For pH sensors, a comprehensive buffer catalogue with various buffer sets for individual compilation is available as well. If needed, customers can implement their own buffer sets. Calibration reports – the soft- ware includes several templates – or MS Excel data records can be generated.The MemoSuite database enables users to implement a predictive maintenance strategy. Lifetime sensor data records also facilitate long-term planning of replacement cycles and optimised maintenance strategies. Sensor data tables can be freely configured and database entries can be sorted, filtered or grouped and com- pared. In addition, the software supports visualisations of statistical findings and sensor histories, and provides an export function for detailed reports. Mecosa is the sole agent for Knick Elektronische Messgeräte in Southern Africa. Enquiries:Tel. 011 257 6100 or email measure@mecosa.co.za

mentation according to legal requirements such as FDA 21 CFR Part 11. 1. The software also displays current

Control system order for Brazil’s largest biomass power plant Yokogawa Electric Corporation's subsidiary, Yokogawa America do Sul, has received an order from AREVA Renewables Brazil, a subsidiary of the French firm AREVA SA, to deliver a control system for a biomass power plant that will be the largest facility of its type in Brazil.The plant is being constructed by Bolt Energias in São Desidério, Bahia, in the North Eastern part of the country. This biomass plant will have three power units with a total capacity of 150 MW, and will burn eucalyptus as its fuel. For this facility, Yokogawa will deliver the CENTUMVP inte- grated production control system, ProSafe- RS safety instrumentation system, and other products.Yokogawa will also be responsible for engineering, and for providing installa- tion support and commissioning for these products. The plant will be connected to the power grid in mid-2017. Although Brazil and many other countries in South America have relied largely on hydroelectric power, this power source has been less reliable in recent years because of severe water shortages. Thus, there is an urgent need in such countries for the construction of power plants that utilise alternate energy sources. As Brazil is the world’s largest producer of eucalyptus pulp and sugar cane, biomass power plants that can utilise this energy source are a promising solution.

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