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VALVE TECHNOLOGY

Wireless Link Capabilities

Discrete valve controllers communicate to the DCS or

PLC via a wired network. With wireless access, the techni- cian (nearby) can make a remote connection to the device to perform setup and operational parameters without hav- ing to climb to the valve (when access is poor), open its valve controller and wire his/her handheld device. As such, the technician can perform necessary functions faster with- out hampering physical safety (such as when climbing) while eliminating the chance of creating a spark that could cause an explosion in a hazardous location. In addition, reducing the time required to access valve parameters and diagnostics can also be a concern for valve manufacturers,

OEMs and system integrators – especially when it is more convenient and cost-effective to con