Emerson has introduced the TopWorx™ DX PST with HART® 7 which provides valuable valve data and diagnostic information, supporting the digital transformation of process applications. The new DX PST integrates seamlessly with existing valves and control systems and gives operators access to critical valve data, trends, and diagnostics that can be used to inform predictive and scheduled maintenance.
The DX PST’s partial stroke test ensures the system’s reliable function without shutting down the process. This safety feature confirms the valve will fully close and stop the process if an emergency is detected, and is activated simply by pressing the local PST button – no additional equipment is required. To prevent critical failure in disrupted conditions, the unit will override testing to perform an emergency shutdown (ESD).
Certified for operation in harsh and hazardous applications, the adaptive DX PST is designed to ensure the integrity of valves, improving overall safety and facility uptime in oil and gas, refinery, chemical, industrial energy and mining applications.
Prayag Vatsraj, Global Product Manager of Emerson’s Switchbox, said: “The digital transformation of the process industry continues to make operations safer and more productive. The DX PST with HART 7 supports digital transformation by providing reliable data that delivers valuable insight into the condition of valve assemblies to ensure the integrity of the system without shutting down the process.”
The HART® protocol, for which the FieldComm Group owns the specifications, builds another layer of information that ensures data, trends and diagnostics are monitored and tied into the Industrial Internet of Things. This information can be used to predict and schedule maintenance.
Capable of Safety Integrity Level 3 (SIL 3), the DX PST is available with an integrated 2oo2 or 2oo3 solenoid valve redundancy when paired with ASCO™ Series Advanced Redundant Control System (ARCS) to further enhance safety, and open terminals that allow an additional pressure transmitter along with two pressure switches. The discrete valve controller offers simple local and remote calibration.
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