food Marketing - Technology 2/2023

Processing
extended significantly and confidence
in measurement results increased,
especially since the test method is fully
traceable (DIN-ISO-9001-compliant)
and certified by the TÜV.
State-of-the-art-communication
State-of-the-art communication
options such as Profibus PA, HART
and innovative Ethernet-APL, further
increase plant availability. The new
two-cable technology makes it possible
to use Ethernet directly in the harsh
environment of process automation.
Plant operators can access their data
seamlessly with less hardware and
protocol conversion. This makes
Ethernet-APL particularly relevant when
it comes to the construction of entire
new plants.
This technology meets all the
requirements of process plants
and means that the field of process
automation can now avail of Ethernet
and all its benefits. The fact that
it is easily integrated into asset
management systems and features
smart self-monitoring means that
plant shutdowns are largely avoided.
Thanks to more process variables with
increased accuracy compared to 4 to
20 mA, productivity levels are increased.
Finally, Ethernet-APL also makes for
easier control of plants. Communication
via APL enables access to the device
and its parameter configuration via the
integrated web browser, without any
need for physical access.
Easy to use
The Micropilot FMR63B for noncontact
level measurement in hygienic
applications forms part of the range
of new 80 GHz radar sensors from
Endress+Hauser, creating a complete
range of radar instruments to meet
virtually any application requirement.
The new measuring device interface
is used in many Endress+Hauser
measuring devices, thus enabling
cross-functional compatibility. At the
same time, the new interface makes the
operation of each individual measuring
device extremely easy and intuitive,
with the result that no major training is
required to use the technology.
Its intuitive operation is also evident
in how easy the interface is to access.
It can be accessed via the SmartBlue
app on any mobile device, or via control
systems such as HART communication.
Wizards prevent errors during commissioning
or proof tests, which also
results in significant time savings.
Inefficient or faulty device functions are
also displayed in the SmartBlue app,
thanks to Heartbeat Technology. For
example, in the case of loop diagnostics,
it detects a deterioration in the power
supply, changes in loop resistance due
to corroded terminals, faulty wiring or
moisture in the housing.
Maximum safety for staff, plants,
and processes
Between systematic errors, unintentional
incorrect operation or
process anomalies in sensitive applications,
each plant has its own unique
requirements. With their industry
knowledge and technological expertise,
Endress+Hauser has been delivering
appropriate solutions for a wide range
of applications for many years. The
new Micropilot for hygienic applications
meets the specific requirements of
the life sciences and food & beverage
industries.
The new radar range, and therefore the
Micropilot FMR63B, features smart
safety features such as HistoROM,
alternating background lighting or
touch control. If the entire device
needs to be replaced, parameters
can be transferred securely and easily
via the HistoROM mobile data unit.
A change in the backlighting from
green to red immediately indicates
process anomalies and malfunctions
and furthermore highlights defective
units. Touch control eliminates the
need to open the device in hygienic
environments: by means of infrared
optical sensors, the device can be
controlled quickly and safely with the lid
closed, without the need for any tools.
To ensure that you are always aware of
the device condition and able to take
whatever action is needed, the device
condition is displayed in accordance
with NAMUR NE 107.
The convenient, wireless remote access
itself also meets the highest safety
requirements. To protect passwords,
Endress+Hauser has developed an
additional safety layer for Bluetooth®,
the core component of which is
CPace. CPace prevents attacks during
Bluetooth® pairing. The protection level
provided by this security enhancement
was rated “high” by the Munich-based
Fraunhofer Institute AISEC.
To sum up, the Micropilot FMR63B
delivers increased efficiency, even
in hygienic applications
The new generation of 80 GHz radar
sensors has been developed using
Endress+Hauser’s in-depth application
and industry knowledge of the
life sciences and food & beverage
industries. The Micropilot FMR63B
offers the latest technologies, such
as Heartbeat Technology with RAI
or Ethernet-APL, which enable noncontact
measurements in sensitive
environments coupled with exceptional
measurement performance.
The hygienic design made entirely of
stainless steel and the significantly
improved measuring speed of the 80
GHz sensor increase the productivity
and efficiency of plant processes, even
in the case of turbulent surfaces. The
compact design, combined with the
narrow beam angle of the antenna
and optimized algorithm, mean that
it can be used in small tanks where
fittings could otherwise interfere with
the measurement. The new, intuitive
interface and the many wizards for
mounting, commissioning, operation,
and troubleshooting ensure maximum
process safety. Finally, thanks to Heartbeat
Technology, anomalies such as
foam formation are detected early on
and without interrupting the process,
with the result that plant shutdowns
can be avoided and maintenance cycles
extended thanks to the patented RAI. fmt
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