April 21, 2008

Advances in Sample Conditioning Systems

Hardware and Communications Development

Gerald VosChemical Market Manager

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• IntraFlowTM Hardware Updates- First, a Flashback to 2003- Vaporizing Regulator Development- Computational Fluid Dynamics and Thermal

Modeling

• Communications Development- Parker “Pilot Pro” Solenoid/Bus

Communications System

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Remember 2003?

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Lessons Learned Since 2003

1. We’re all human

2. Champions change the face of any game

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Lessons Learned Since 2003

3. End User NeSSI Champions Can Create a Tipping Point

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Conventional Vaporizing Regulator

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IntraFlow™ Vaporizing Regulator

Patent PendingPatent Pending

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IntraFlow™ Vaporizing Regulator• Utilizes Intertec Heater & IR4000 Reg (2.25” footprint)

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IntraFlow™ Vaporizing Regulator• Easy removal of heat exchanger for exchanger

Patent Pending

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IntraFlow™ Vaporizing Regulator• CFD modeling of the

vaporizer indicates that room temp water vaporizes at around 80% through the heat exchanger

°C

Number of Tetrahedral Elements = .42 millionPressure Inlet: 25 psiPressure outlet : 5 psiTemperature input to aluminum block: 190 oCAll other external walls are considered as adiabatic wallsFluid: Water Solver:Segregated 3D steady solver with SIMPLE pressure-velocity coupling with standard k-e turbulence model.

Location of Post

Processing Plane

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IntraFlow™ Vaporizing Regulator

• IR Thermal Imaging of System Indicates Areas Where Insulation is Needed

Non-heated zone

Inlet heat zone

Sample Stream Switch Valve Gauge down stream of reg Reg- w/ insulation

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Parker Approach to NeSSi GEN II Communications Systems

Pilot ProTM

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Pilot Pro: The Next Iteration in Parker Sample Conditioning Systems

• What is it?- Integrated solenoid valve and sensor administration module

• Where is it implemented?- Designed for installation in legacy or new sample conditioning applications

• Key Features?- Utilizes off-the-shelf hardware with custom components (ATEX Zone 2, FM C1D2)

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Plant Communications Architectural Scheme

AnalyzerSiemens - I2C Com

ABB - Can Open ComEmerson - Field Bus Com

ParkerSampleSystemProcess

Flare

Control RoomDCS Com

DCS Proprietarycom Interface

Gateway

DCS Interface

DCS Interface

Pilot Pro

Process flow

WorkStation

Communication

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Basic SCS Communications Architecture

Zone 2

120VAC Supply

Zone 1

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‘Smart’ Sample System Communications Initial Approach

PLC Based Data InterrogationAllows Limited FlexibilityProvides Interface to Multiple Transmission ProtocolsHMI Gives Technician Local andRemote System Evaluation

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Current Gen II Architecture

Ethernet to Technician Workstation

It’s about generation and distribution of the information!

PLC

4-20mA

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Parker Solenoid Valve and Communications Interface

Zone 2 Solenoid Valves

Communications Interface

IS Barriers

NEMA 4X Enclosure

Power Supply

* Patent Pending

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Pilot ProTM: Solenoid Valve Module and Transfer Chamber

Produced by KV Automation

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Parker – KV Solenoid Valve Manifold

Transfer plates indicate valve operation (NC/NO)Manifold Notes:Maximum of 8 valves

Valve can be turned ‘off’ by inverting transfer plate

Manifold spaces not used are isolated by blanking plates

Aluminum construction

Size – Approximately 9” x 7” x 3”

Press-fit connectors for manifold and transfer chamber assembly

by KV Automation

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Unique Pneumatic Circuitry

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Pilot ProTM – KV Automation Solenoid Valves

KVEX 11143-624DATEX Zone 2 CertifiedIP65 Rated for 600C40psig – 125psig3/2 and 5/2 NC/NO Options

Multiple Coil Options for HazardousDuty ServiceO-ring Seal Interface with ManifoldCustom Manifolding OptionsValve body may be rotated for specialized mounting options

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Pilot ProTM: Electrical Hardware

• ‘Off-the-shelf’ Zone 2 Power Supplies• Custom Honeywell Communications

Interface• Application of PLC Accommodated• IS Barrier compartment (sized to

accommodate different IS barriers)• Hardware rated for 600C Ambient

Operation

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Pilot ProTM: Engineered for Multiple Mounting Options

Electrical Feed Through

Pneumatic Feed Through Flexible Positioning

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Pilot ProTM: Conventional Applications

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Pilot ProTM: Product Review

Production model will allow variable door mounting options

Variable construction materials will be available (316SS, Aluminum, etc.)

Window inserted for viewing hardware and LEDs

Production option without valve manifold

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The Next Step?

• Complete prototype testing• Evaluation of tests• Implement changes based on testing and

customer input

Product Release !!

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What are Current Field Applications and Outlook?Imperial Oil LanxessEquistarOMVDowPetroCanada Eastman FormosaBPUOP France (Total, Cegelec, BP, others)Exxon Baton RougeAir ProductsSterlingExxon BaytownOxy VinylsDupontHemlock SemiconductorRestekJohnson MattheyLindeScanraffRose TechnologiesDalkia

Multiple Systems

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Modular Systems Outlook

• Sales have increased more than 100% since FY 2006

• Key OEM partnerships provide increased sales revenue

• We see more interest from markets outside of Chem/Petrochem

• Expect continued growth

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What can be in the box ?

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Astute in corporation with EIF

Astute

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Connection to the Process

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Easy to disassemble

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Carrier & Cal Gas Delivery

IntraFlow™ Smart SHS w/ remote flow & pressure indication, CTC-Human Machine Interface, solenoid pilot valve package

Sample Extraction Sample Transport

Environmentally Compliant Sample Return or Disposal

Analyzer (by others)

Thank You! Sample of HMI Screens; pressure & flow, alarms, maintenance & more!

Gas Generators