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Key Benefits
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 Graphic Display Package Tankview is a simple to operate graphic display software package running within the Windows environment. It provides the user with a clear picture of the current status of all inputs for a complete tank gauging solution for monitoring, control and piece of mind. Tankview is generally supplied pre-configured and tailored to meet application parameters and user preferences. Each sensor input is
represented by a graphical object which shows the current status in the
form of a bargraph. Current numeric values such as level, volume and
ullage may also be displayed in any chosen unit. inputs The input data can be collected from a variety of sources including conventional 4 to 20mA analogue devices, switched inputs, and our new generation of iCT digital ceramic MODBUS sensors and RFM function modules & barriers utilising RS-485 communication protocol; the industry's most widely used bi-directional, balanced transmission line suitable for industrial environments.
Input data is received via the PC's serial or USB port using industry standard data acquisition modules, alternatively the 9 way serial port may be used directly for digital inputs providing it is equipped with auto flow control. Tankview will have been configured with the necessary communication package, and in operation this aspect is transparent to the user as scanning & up-dating of values is an automatic background function. outputs Tankview provides visual indication, audible alarm and recording of up to 4 alarm events for each input, these events may be used to trigger external warning devices via relay outputs.
An RS232 or RS 485 serial output protocol enables communication of formatted data to plant / shipboard management systems. Alternatively data may be logged to the PC’s hard drive for access by other applications. single tank display
Each input object can be further interrogated using a single tank display which provides comprehensive data for that input alone.
The single tank display window enables the user to view and print a detailed report of the current status of that particular tank including volume, weight, density and actual level. When configured, several parameters such as the temperature, density and product can be manually changed from this window which in turn automatically adjusts the volume readings as appropriate. Tankview combined with our new generation of iCT digital level, pressure and temperature sensors provide a complete tank gauging solution offering clear advantages and cost savings due to the multi-drop configuration, reduced power consumption and remote setup.
The instruments are interconnected in a multi-drop configuration where the cable goes from point to point rather than each connection being run all the way back to a data acquisition module or central display - save 80% of cable cost typically with this simple network system. Reduced power The equipment run in digital mode has a much lower power consumption enabling multiple instruments to be connected via a single power / communications barrier for ATEX compliance as opposed to each requiring it’s own supply and barrier. For a typical 50 channel system save 49 zener barriers Remote setup The instruments can be addressed and calibrated remotely from any point on the network with no specialised equipment. Sensor calibration does not require access to sensor nor pressure source. They are also interchangeable and can be configured after installation reducing spares requirements. The configuration data is stored in non-volatile memory both on the sensors themselves and within the Tankview central monitor for instant data restoration to a replaced sensor. Links: iCT digital transmitters RFM modules
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Advantages of digital tank gauging systems Cable and installation savings at a glance Presentation : iSS the PC configuration utility for iCT Download the questionnaire form
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