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New, nonstop safety solution for small and mid-range applications
New CPU and updated engineering tool complement HIMax ® safety system
Bruehl, Germany, June 18, 2014
HIMA has expanded its HIMax safety system product line, adding a new CPU
especially for small and mid-range safety applications. Announced in late 2013, the
new X-CPU 31 module is now available worldwide, complementing the HIMax
system family for safe and nonstop plant operation.
While the original HIMax system, which features the X-CPU 01 and separate
system bus module, remains the ideal solution for high-level safety applications,
smaller applications can benefit from the new X-CPU 31, which integrates all
functions of the system bus module. With system bus and CPU functions on one
module, the X-CPU 31 makes the HIMax nonstop safety system even more
scalable and able to be adapted to specific applications. The results for users
include lower investment costs, improved flexibility and the availability of more I/O
module slots.
The new CPU supports all HIMax functions and can be seamlessly integrated into
the HIMax system family. With proven, safe communication via safeethernet, the
new CPU is also ideal for distributed structures.
The performance range of the new CPU is suitable for various applications,
including emergency shutdown (ESD) and Fire & Gas (F&G). Offered as part of
FlexSILon® complete solutions, the module provides more efficient burner and
boiler management, leak detection for pipelines, and control of turbo machines and
compressors.
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Updated SILworX® engineering tool A new version of the SILworX engineering tool used to program HIMax and
HIMatrix® safety controllers is also available. SILworX V6 allows the inclusion of
proprietary C codes from external tools and, based on such code, the automatic
generation of function blocks for the safety system. In this way, highly complex
safety solutions, such as those that are model-based, are easier to implement. The
new version also supports Structured Text (ST), which can be especially useful in
simplifying implementation of loop programming and CRC calculations as well as
for the insertion of functions in text format.
In 2008 HIMA introduced HIMax (SIL 3), designed to provide uninterrupted system
operation throughout the entire life of the plant, while maximizing plant availability,
productivity and safety. The system provides for unlimited online changes, online
modifications and expansions, as well as online upgrades and even regulatory
proof testing. More than 900 HIMax systems with more than 500,000 programmed
input and output signals have been delivered to protect the plants of the world's
largest companies in the oil, gas, chemicals, pharmaceuticals and power
generation industries.
About HIMAHIMA is the world’s leading specialist for safety-related automation solutions. HIMA solutions provide maximum safety and maximum availability and can be integrated into any automation environment. During the past 40 years, more than 35,000 HIMA systems have been installed in over 80 countries to protect the equipment of the world’s largest companies in the oil, gas, chemicals, pharmaceuticals and power generation industries. In the fields of rail, logistics and machine safety, HIMA solutions are leading the way to increased safety and profitability. The HIMA LIFECYCLE SERVICES concept helps clients understand the requirements of “functional safety,” allowing them to always make the right decision at the appropriate time. For more information about HIMA, please visit: www.hima.com
About HIMA AmericasHIMA has operated in the Americas through representatives and partners since the early 1980s. In 2005 the company opened regional headquarters in Houston, Texas, to cover North and South America. HIMA has offices in the U.S., Canada, Brazil, Colombia, Panama and Venezuela, and partners throughout North and South America. www.hima-americas.com
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Press Contact:HIMA Paul Hildebrandt GmbH + Co KG Nicole PringalAlbert-Bassermann-Straße 28 68782 Brühl, GermanyPhone: +49 6202 709-405Fax: +49 6202 709-123 E-mail: [email protected]: www.hima.com
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The new CPU for small and mid-range safety applicationscomplemented the HIMax product range.
Source: HIMA Paul Hildebrandt GmbH + Co KG
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