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Cano Petroleum’s Cockrell Ranch Waterflood Project: What Wireless Network? The Cockrell Ranch Waterflood project is an ambitious tainability, ease of use, as well as the ability to obtain local enhanced oil recovery project, located in the Texas panhandle. support. With the aid of Rexel, the local Allen-Bradley dis- Cano Petroleum uses state of the art technology and methods tributor, Boss Automation decided on a winning combination to successfully recover oil from wells that would have once of Allen-Bradley hardware, Rockwell Automation software, been considered ‘tapped’. and ProSoft Technology The waterflooding wireless communication process uses pressurized solutions. Boss water to move through the Automation’s familiarity formation, driving raw and past success with crude oil out of the these automation products ground from wells. made them confident in Boss Automation of the combined solution. Spearman, Texas was The SCADA system brought in to design and consists of one install the discrete ControlLogix at a Main automation platform and a Master Station tied to four control network to moni- ControlLogix slave sub- tor pressure and flow of stations and over one hun- Networking this water into the wells. dred custom-built Remote With their experience in Terminal Units (RTUs), ...on page 10 automation, control and each comprised of an Allen- process optimization, the project evolved into the design and Bradley MicroLogix 1100 programmable logic controller Code=C : Your subscription is active and current. Code=B : Your subscription is about to expire. Go www.RemoteMagazine.com and renew your subscription today. To start your free subscription today, please go to www.RemoteMagazine.com and subscribe. Code=A : You are receiving the complimentary issue due to your involvement in the industry. Please look at the mailing label below and read code in red box. implementation of a new, fully automated, self-monitored (PLC) and a ProSoft Technology Industrial Hotspot radio. The SCADA system. The system was designed to gather, assemble, main master station and four sub-stations represent the back- and transmit data from the wells and injectors and ultimately bone network of the project. Each of the four sub-stations acts bring it back to a master station. This allowed the day-to-day as a master for its respective sub-network. All communication operation of the field to be monitored and controlled from these from the wells and injectors to the sub-stations, and from the sites, and allowing the collected data to be used to produce sub-stations to the main master station, is handled wirelessly detailed production models. using ProSoft Technology’s Industrial Hotspot solution. Considerations for the system included: reliability, main- Please see Prosoft continued on page 2

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Prosoft continued from cover The overall network covered approximately twelve square miles with the longest Paul Brooks, business development manager, Networks Portfolio, Rockwell link being only about two miles, and a bulk of the radios were positioned in an area of Automation said, “For this application, ProSoft’s wireless technology provides the about three square miles which presented a concern. “In a radio network of this size it backbone communication for the integration of this system creating a reliable, indus- is imperative that care be taken in setting up the PLC messaging,” said Haga. “If all trial and transparent network which allows Cano Petroleum to successfully monitor radios are trying to communicate at the same time, you can quickly swamp your band- their process data remotely." width with RF collisions and retries.” At the main master station, a human machine inter- Haga continued, “This in mind, we discussed the face (HMI) application for the system was developed need to create a polling style network rather than hav- using Rockwell’s RSView 32 software. The graphical ing all the radios trying to communicate at the same interface screens have proven to be user-friendly, and time. It takes a lot of planning up front to successfully the Messenger Pro feature provides the operators with install a radio installation of this size, and ProSoft’s detailed information about alarm conditions in human Technical Support group provides an excellent plan- voice, by automatically calling the cell phone of the ning resource.” person on call. ProSoft Technology’s RadioLinx OPC Chris Deakin of Boss Automation said, “The Server is used on the remote access computer to mon- process is incredibly reliable, consistent and makes for itor the status of the radio network. an essentially self-managed site. From the main An impressive amount of data, over 3,500 discrete SCADA monitoring station, the operators are able to input/output as well as 1,000 analog points, is gathered see virtual diagrams of the wells and what is going on and moved across the wireless network at about 11 within them, as well as all the data collected by the Mbps to the main master station where it is then RTUs and control units.” assembled into data log models, then interfaced by The project went live in spring of 2008, and has Cano’s own proprietary modeling software. since had near zero downtime. “The wireless network Rexel was instrumental in providing logistical as works so seamlessly and reliably that it is virtually well as technical support for the project. With respect transparent to the user,” said Deakin. “When all was to this large-scale wireless network, ProSoft said and done I asked the customer how they liked the Technology provided engineering support throughout the length of the project. wireless network. Their response: what wireless network?” Patrick Haga, ProSoft Technology wireless engineer said, “From the technical side Harry Forbes of ARC Advisory Group said, “The Cockrell Ranch Waterflood proj- of the project, the main reason this is a success story is because of the planning and ect illustrates three important points about industrial wireless. First, wireless is indis- care taken before starting the project. I probably spent close to 80 hours all told pensible for this kind of SCADA project to be cost-effective. Second, end users need working with Boss Automation control engineers on a path study using ProSoft’s to select hardened, industrial, field-proven products to provide a lifelong, reliable wire- Pathloss software. We worked very closely together, before and throughout the less solution. Thirdly, a well-designed wireless network can deliver data in a SCADA installation of the project, not only on the layout of the network but on the strategy system with very high reliability, in fact so high that end users forget about it.” for PLC messaging.”

capability and a fault tolerant Ethernet implementation reduces the time, cost and disruption involved in deploy- to manage communications on the control network and ing a sub-metering installation. deliver reliable operation. The Wi-Pulse is an additional dual-input pulse count- The PAC8000 RTU supports DNP3 Ethernet commu- er used to count and transmit pulses generated by utili- nication protocol as well as fully supports the five IEC ty meters. It can be connected to an existing Wi-LEM 61131-3 automation languages. Any combination of network thus expanding the range of utilities that can be Ladder Diagram (LD), Sequential, Function Chart monitored, in addition to electricity. Wi-Pulse therefore (SFC), Function Block Diagram (FBD), Structured Text enables readings from existing stand-alone water and (ST), Instruction List (IL), plus Flow Chart can be used energy utility meters and sub-meters with a pulse output to develop, download, simulate, debug, monitor and edit to be monitored centrally using a Wi-LEM network. application programs. The Wi-Zone is a temperature and humidity transducer The PAC8000 RTU Controller has two high-speed that connects to a Wi-LEM network, allowing environ- GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms Ethernet ports to provide fault-tolerant communication. mental conditions to be monitored. Both new devices Announces PAC8000 RTU Controller The RTU supports fault tolerant communications to the are battery pow- GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms has released its new control room SCADA, however in the event communi- ered, simplify- PAC8000 RTU controller, a rugged, field-mountable plat- cations are lost, the RTU can continue to operate ing installation form. Combined with the 8000 Process I/OTM, it offers autonomously or adopt a user-defined safe state. If the as they require flexible system design, high system availability and it can RTU continues to operate, data will be logged for trans- no external utilize any off-the-shelf HMI package. mission once communications have been restored. The power supply. The PAC8000 RTU Controller is well suited for all control programs are held in nonvolatile memory so they They also both types of RTU applications, including oil & gas are retained in the event of a power loss. A new control feature an pipelines and wellheads. It is designed for use in the program can be downloaded to a controller while the internal inte- harshest environments, operating over a temperature existing program is still operating. When the download grated antenna, range of -40ºC to 70ºC, and is resistant to 30 g shock, is complete, the controller will automatically switch to making the trans- 5 g vibration and G3 corrosive environments. Access to the new program without operation interruption. ducers compact and well suited for retrofit applications. timely and accurate mission-critical information from The Wi-LEM family of Energy Meter Nodes (EMN) fixed assets such as oil and gas wells, compressor sta- LEM Releases New Wi-LEM Wireless has also been enhanced to offer measurements of high tions, pipelines, fluid storage tanks and utility meters, currents up to 2,000 ARMS. EMNs provide more infor- can eliminate critical gaps in oil and gas operations, Sub-Metering Components mation than a simple sub-meter as they measure active, resulting in higher productivity and long-term growth. LEM has introduced the extension of its Wi-LEM reactive and apparent energy plus maximum current and The PAC8000 RTU’s relative low power also makes it (Wireless Local Energy Meter) family to allow the minimum voltage. EMNs comprise an assembly of one suitable for applications using solar power. remote measurement and monitoring of electricity, water to three current transducers with an integral signal-pro- The PAC8000 engineering software takes advantage and other metered utilities as well as temperature and cessing module. They can be deployed to measure ener- of Microsoft Windows-based object-oriented technolo- humidity. It allows industrial and commercial enterpris- gy consumption at any point in a power cabinet and gy, graphical user interfaces and easy to learn software es to break down energy and water usage and identify transmit the data. High-accuracy and compact size is solutions to reduce engineering time. It executes control areas of efficiency improvement. The Wi-LEM compo- provided by the use of split-core Rogowski coils, which strategies and manages all control activities for the I/O nents feature a ten-fold increase of RF power from 1 also simplify installation. Additionally, all three units modules providing a tight control loop response, quick- mW to 10 mW, increasing the distance between nodes work with LEM’s Mesh Node and Mesh Gate to ensure ly giving a control output in response to input data. It compared to the previous LEM generation of compo- compatibility with existing solutions. also incorporates a rigorous redundancy model, HART nents. By using the 802.15.4 wireless communication standard, and the use of split-core transducers, Wi-LEM

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As we head into the last few months of the being enabled via cutting edge electrical year, the Remote 2009 Conference and Expo load management. Secondly, BS&B Safety draws ever closer. Even in tough times, a Systems has contributed an article on over- cadre of speakers, exhibitors and attendees pressure protection via wireless communica- Volume 9, Issue 6 are set to descend on San Antonio, Texas. If tions and data driven device management. you haven’t already registered, now is the Finally our security section features an article Editor & Publisher time. Visit www.RemoteExpo.com for more on protecting the seven OSI layers of IP- David Webster information, or head to pages 16-19 to see based cyber assets, from The Barrier Group. the show program, current exhibitors, and While this issue is packed with features, Director of Content hotel information. See you in San Antonio! you can also find all the product and indus- Shannon Given As always, the staff and I have also been try news sections you’ve come to depend hard at work putting together quality articles on in these pages. We hope you enjoy them! Associate Editor for Remote Site and Equipment Management Nick Depperschmidt Magazine. For the October/November 2009 Nick Depperschmidt Assistant Editors issue we have three great features. Editor, Remote Magazine Heather Krier The first one details how the smart grid is [email protected] Joanna Larez

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Wafer-Cone Flow Meter Offers Accuracy for Natural stream diameters of straight-run are necessary. The Wafer-Cone preconditions the flow profile to pass the cone in a uniform pattern, leading to precise gas flow readings with- Gas Small Line Wellhead Measurement out long straight pipe runs. McCrometer has released its new Wafer-Cone flow The space-saving Wafer-Cone Flow Meter is easy to install and requires virtually no meter that provides accuracy, versatility and low maintenance. It has the ability to self-condition flow making it a space saving device. maintenance in the smaller line sizes utilized for natu- It can be installed virtually anywhere in a piping system or be easily retrofit into an ral gas wells. Measurement of wellhead gas flow can existing piping layout, resulting in installation flexibility and initial cost savings. pose a challenge for process engineers. To ensure McCrometer’s advanced Wafer-Cone flow meter relies on differential pressure sens- accuracy, the flow meter needs to be installed as close- ing technology. Its DP flow sensing technology is actually designed with built-in flow ly as possible to the wellhead. This presents two chal- conditioning to achieve an accuracy of +1.0 percent, with a repeatability of +0.1 per- lenges including high or low flow velocities, and the cent. It operates over a flow range of 10:1. The Wafer-Cone is designed for gas or liq- need for a significant length of straight-running pipe. uid service in line sizes from 1 to 6 inches, making it well suited for natural gas well- Unlike flow meters that require a straight pipe run of heads, small process lines and other plant infrastructure tasks. 10 or more diameters upstream from the meter and 0-5 diameters downstream, the The Wafer-Cone conditions fluid flow to provide a stable flow profile that increas- Wafer-Cone is designed in such a way that only 1-3 upstream diameters and 0-1 down- es accuracy. The flow sensor‘s design features a centrally-located cone inside a tube, which interacts with the fluid flow and reshapes the velocity profile to create a lower pressure region immediately downstream. The pressure difference, which is exhibited between the static line pressure and the low pressure created downstream of the cone, can be measured via two pressure sensing taps. One tap is placed slightly upstream of the cone and the other is located downstream of the cone. The pressure difference can then be incorporated into a derivation of the Bernoulli equation to determine the fluid flow rate. The cone’s central position in the line optimizes the velocity of the liquid flow at the point of measurement and forms very short vortices as the flow passes the cone. These short vortices create a low amplitude, high frequency signal for excellent signal stability, resulting in a stable flow profile that is repeatable for continuous accurate measurement.

Semaphore Shipping Wireless Monitor that Can Halve the Cost of Wireless SCADA Semaphore has commenced shipments of its T-BOX WM wireless monitor. The monitor can provide a cost savings of up to 50 percent over other wireless SCADA monitoring solutions. First applications are through OEM suppliers of remote process monitoring systems. Ultra-low power draw allows use of a lithi- um battery, which is more economical than AC or DC power systems. For remote sites that require battery back-up, costs of high-capacity lead acid cell batteries and large enclosures could be prohibitive. The wireless monitor normally uses a single battery, and an optional second battery offers high reliability when redundancy is required. Standard hardware also reduces interfacing costs with instruments for measurement of flow, level and pressure. Since the wireless monitor is able to provide power to analog transmitters on 4 to 20 mA current loops, separate hardware for DC/DC conversion or input multiplexing is not required. A broad selection of wireless communications devices ensures that all remote sites can be reached without the need for integration of external hardware. Using push messaging via e-mail, text or IP communications, the wireless monitor best utilizes inexpensive public networks and informs multiple recipients of alarms, live conditions and historical data logs.

HMS Industrial Networks Introduces New GSM/GPRS Based Device for Remote Monitoring and Control, Alarm Management and Data Logging HMS Industrial Networks has released its Anybus RemoteCom Web Gateway, which is designed to simplify remote supervision and control of automation devices, minimize downtime and provide accurate information anywhere, anytime The Anybus RemoteCom acts as a Modbus bridge as well as providing remote access and control of serial devices over Ethernet, Internet, LANs, GSM, GPRS and telephone modems. The product has a built-in Web server to provide Web-based access from a remote location, alarm management, data logging and trend graphs of field equipment data. The integrated alarm and status handler automatically notifies remote supervisors by email, SMS, SNMP and Modbus TCP if pre-defined limits are exceeded. As an additional service, a secure central Web server solution that expands the functionality of Anybus RemoteCom is provided. The central server's purpose is to manage, monitor and control remote field equipment. RemoteCom units connect to the

4 Remote Site & Equipment Management October/November 2009 www.RemoteMagazine.com SCADA Products & Services central server to submit critical equipment data, such as logged parameter data and ICP DAS USA and M2M Data Corp Work Together to alarms. At the server an authorized user can view and manage this information. The only tool the user needs is a standard web browser. The use of one central location for Deliver 99.7 Percent Availability all remote equipment simplifies the work for anyone dealing with remote installations. M2M Data Corp.’s customers rely on M2M’s iServices to The user can easily and securely access devices anywhere in the world at anytime. achieve operational excellence. That’s why M2M offers a Anybus RemoteCom devices are available in a DIN-rail mountable IP20 rated plas- service level agreement that guarantees 99.7 percent avail- tic housing or in a rugged metal housing. They are powered by a single 9 to 28 Volt ability. To deliver on this promise, M2M utilizes ICP DAS industrial power supply. Embedded Controllers. With ICP’s products, M2M is able to connect to various pieces of equipment such as natural gas

2 compressors, EFMs, plunger lift systems and generators. Capstone Metering Launches IntelliH O Water Meter M2M Data Corp. sourced ICP DAS’s uPAC controller, Capstone Metering, LLC has launched the uPAC-7186EX-FD-X305B, to communicate with the IntelliH2O water meter, the first intelligent water equipment’s PLC RTU or control panel. M2M places the meter for residential use. This technology brings device in a NEMA 4 enclosure to protect it from the ele- value to global water industries by effectively manag- ments. It’s then connected to a satellite terminal or cellular ing, controlling and conserving water. modem. M2M utilizes communication protocols that pro- “For more than a century, the water meter went vir- vide duplex communications between the equipment and tually unchanged, until now,” said Scott Williamson, M2M’s data center. This allows for acknowledgment that the message has been Capstone Metering president. “The IntelliH2O’s com- received, enhancing the system’s reliability. Once arriving at the NOC the data is bination of advanced technologies, electronics and parsed, processed and converted into usable information. capabilities will fundamentally and forever change the M2M then notifies customers whenever any of the measured data points fall outside water industry and how we monitor water usage.” of a normal range. Through the iServices portal, users can easily configure alarm The IntelliH2O features two way remote communica- thresholds. They can also configure who receives alerts, and whether they’re delivered tion that eliminates hand-held or drive-by water meter readings, which saves utility via fax, SMS (text message) or email. The iServices system also allows users to set up companies money and manpower while reducing greenhouse emissions. This is possi- hierarchies so users only see the information they need. ble with wireless networking communication that integrates the meter into the smart In case of an unacceptable parameter, an alarm is triggered and client personnel are grid and allows homeowners to manage their water consumption. Remote turn-on and alerted via fax, email or text message. This allows clients to respond accordingly and pri- shut-off also allows the utility to shut-off a meter when a leak occurs. This provides oritize all open alarms. ICP DAS’s uPAC-7186EX controller is designed for harsh envi- better security and control for unknown chemicals or contaminants introduced into the ronments. With the built in web page, the customers can remotely access the data via water system. Internet. With 64 MB memory built in, the controller can log the data without a PC. Its The IntelliH2O is self calibrating and generates its own power. The self-calibration operating temperatures is to the extreme, as low as -25°C and as high as 75°C. It has low allows utilities to accurately measure water usage while providing them with higher power consumption of 1.5 W to 2.5 W. It also has frame ground for ESD protection. revenues and the ability to save water. Self-generating power eliminates the need for XServer is a program designed for Ethernet I/O programs. It is provided with uPAC- routine battery replacement and provides longer meter functionality. 7186EX-FD-X305B and allows users to control uPAC-7186EX-FD-X305B hardware.

www.RemoteMagazine.com October/November 2009 Remote Site & Equipment Management 5 SCADA Feature Enabling the Smart Grid with Cutting Edge Electrical Load Measurement Justin Schmid, Vice President, Mobile & M2M Group development grants. That amount has since increased and is complemented by an addi- Sierra Wireless tional $615 million for regional demonstration projects that exhibit Smart Grid storage, monitoring and technology viability. The concept of the Smart Grid relies on the dynamic management of supply and According to a recent market research report (Residential Energy Management: demand resources through a combination of data, communications and controls. This Company, Alliance & Technology Profiles) released by Parks Associates, eight million level of automation allows for real-time operational optimization of the grid, which smart meters, more than six percent of all US meters, have already been deployed in affects everything from energy economics and emissions to security and reliability. this country and the associated residential energy management market segment is Demand response, the policy in which energy customers reduce or modify their almost guaranteed to sustain significant growth. Researchers at Parks Associates assert usage in response to price signals or other types of the deployment of so many meters is the first step programs and incentives, is a primary component of toward deploying Smart Grid technologies and Smart Grid strategy. To make the grid “smarter”, cus- advanced meter infrastructure on a broad scale. tomer loads and other usage information must be fully and dynamically integrated into the operation Factors Dictating Shift to Alternative Energy, of the grid. This requirement lays focus on the tech- Technology and Infrastructure nologies that enable demand response, such as smart Concerns over climate change, heavy reliance on meters, communication and control systems, storage foreign oil and the dwindling quantities of resources systems and other demand control technologies. have pushed the US government to implement programs based on conservation and development of Government Support Helps Smart Meters alternative fuels and infrastructure. In addition, high Gain Momentum energy costs and consumer demand for enhanced In recent years the push toward Smart Grid tech- services have prompted providers to look closely at nology has been fueled by federal mandates, stimulus their automation strategy and look toward utilizing and on-going standardization efforts. In addition to robust and intelligent technologies to improve opera- establishing nationwide renewable fuel standards, the tional efficiency. With the recent sunsetting of AMPs, 2005 Domenici-Barton Act also mandates the explo- many utility providers with existing automated meter- ration of smart metering options. This exploration was ing applications are shifting to more standardized, provided financial backing by the Recovery Act, in which the Department of Energy accessible formats, such as Internet protocol-based data transmission. announced distribution of $3.3 billion in stimulus funds for Smart Grid technology Case Study: Advancing the Grid with Smart Metering One such provider is Central Iowa Power Cooperative (CIPCO). CIPCO is a generation and transmission cooperative serving 12 rural electric cooperatives and a collection of municipal associations in the state of Iowa. CIPCO's service territory stretches 300 miles diagonally across the state, from the Mississippi River in the northeast to Shenandoah in the southwest. CIPCO's member distribution cooperatives deliver power to farmsteads, industrial parks, commercial businesses, urban residences and manufacturers. Working together, CIPCO and its member cooperatives provide electrical service to over 316,500 Iowans. Originally motivated by the Rural Electrification Act of 1936, which provided low interest federal loans to suppliers willing to extend service into less densely populated areas, the customer-owned utility has spent the last 60 years building a solid cooperative business model for power distribution throughout Iowa. CIPCO collects power measurements each month for both billing purposes and planning initiatives such as anticipating future power generation and equipment needs. These measurements were traditionally collected manually by staff members sent to substations, often in secluded areas, to read wholesale meters and collect load balance information being captured in 15 minute intervals on magnetic tape drives. The original monthly process required a fleet of trucks, experienced personnel working in high voltage environments and an inordinate amount of time was eventually supplanted by a process called probing. This was a similar method that required on-site use of a handheld analog phone device and optical cable to collect power measurements. Although it’s been the industry standard over the last decade, probing remains a time-consuming, labor intensive and inefficient process, with each field technician only able to cover 12 to 14 metering points each month because of the large distances between points. With the sunsetting of analog cellular networks, CIPCO was faced with a challenge. In order to continue collecting its measurements used for billing and planning it would need to upgrade its analog phone devices to digital communications equipment. The cooperative viewed the forced migration as an opportunity to employ greener, Smart Grid technologies and turned to GetWireless to help meet the challenge. After analyz- ing the current processes and new requirements, GetWireless collaborated with CIPCO to design a comprehensive solution that would exceed their expectations. “We’re not in this for the short term,” said Don Chaon, manager of data systems for CIPCO, on why the company employed GetWireless to aid with the migration. “We needed someone who knows what they’re doing.”

Using an Intelligent Cellular Solution to Improve Service and Reduce Operating Expenses CIPCO started by testing four digital wireless products as potential replacements for current analog devices. After almost four months of field usage, the results pointed to the AirLink Raven XT communications gateway from Sierra Wireless. Within the field testing environment developed by CIPCO, the intelligent cellular gateways provided reliable connectivity, fast data transfer speeds and remote management simplicity enabled by the gateway’s suite of tools and utilities.

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The Raven XT gateway provides CIPCO with the remote monitoring and two-way tion is working well,” said Chaon. “Given our current success, we will have no second communication required for unmanned applications. Unlike the probing process that thoughts about deploying additional cellular units at new wholesale delivery points or requires travel to each metering site, the rugged wireless gateway allows remote data for end-use studies, either commercial or residential.” collection and features a Class I Div 2 certification for use in hazardous conditions The increasing demand on utilities requires improvements in efficiency, cost savings such as those found in substation environments and its compact form factor enables and conservation of energy distribution. CIPCO is just one example of how an intelli- integration within existing infrastructure and enclosures. gent, digital cellular solution can increase efficiencies in the meter interrogation process, Powered by ALEOS core embedded intelligence, the Raven XT provides always-on which in turn improves related processes throughout the organization. This upgrade to connectivity that gives CIPCO access to its data at all times. ACEware tools and utili- smart metering technology not only improved the utility’s overall processes by increas- ties provide remote management, configuration and troubleshooting capabilities, ing efficiency and improving customer service, it also reduced the TCO of its metering enabling CIPCO to monitor and control its network of wireless gateways 24/7 and from solution while providing time savings benefits through remote, real-time monitoring one central location or from anywhere with an Internet connection. ACEware, coupled and collection of critical data. To be successful, utilities must embrace the challenge, with ALEOS, ultimately lowers total cost of ownership by virtually eliminating the need and opportunity, to upgrade their processes and begin investing in Smart Grid tech- for field service to CIPCO’s rural substations. nologies that will result in improved demand response policies, as well as lasting mon- “We figured that it cost at least $30, every time, to collect a single meter reading etary and environmental benefits. before, but now our only cost is the $10 monthly charge for our cellular service,’ said Chaon. “The digital cellular solution has also increased the safety for our field staff, who are no longer required to travel to and enter high voltage substations to read meters.” The $30 meter read includes labor, vehicle, primary retrieval (meter to handheld at the substation), equipment (handheld, modem, misc.) and secondary retrieval (handheld to computer at the distribution coop office). This cost reflects a single meter read, whereas the digital cellular solution provides CIPCO with frequent access to meter data throughout the month. CIPCO relied heavily on GetWireless to be part of its solution deployment team, providing Raven XT setup and configuration, provisioning and training. As part of the value-added service provided by GetWireless, they also helped CIPCO investigate the best network provider option for the solution and handled the activation process in its entirety, including account setup, plan selection and contract completion. “Getting the new solution deployed was a team effort,” said Chaon. “It required research, learning about the new environment, new connections, new installation procedures, new customer requirements.” By using the Raven XT for cellular transmission over the public network, many of CIPCO’s cooperatives are able to avoid additional private network or landline charges, as well as the steep cost of running copper landlines into rural areas where they don’t already exist. The cellular gateway allows CIPCO to create a “virtual rural infrastructure” for its meter information collection initiatives. Currently, CIPCO has 106 Raven XT units at substations across Iowa and has been able to reduce the time necessary for remote interrogation of billing information to just half a day, down from seven days with magnetic tape or four days with handheld analog probing devices. The Raven XT devices currently account for a little over 50 percent of CIPCO’s billing activity.

Successful Results Provide Lasting Benefits The success of the Raven XT as a communication conduit for CIPCO’s transmission and distribution environments has given the cooperative a new tool in electrical load measurement and balance. This resource has an enabling effect on billing, load research, capital planning and power quality. The continuous collection of detailed usage information using reliable two-way cellular communications equipment perfectly positions CIPCO to evolve its planning and load balance initiatives by enabling the cooperative to accurately predict future power consumption trends and create the generation programs needed to ful- fill and/or control consumption levels. “Before we started deploying, the solution was new and strange. You can see now that the tension has gone away and people can see that this solu-

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Overpressure Protection with Enhanced Plant Efficiency from Wireless Communications and Data Driven Device Management Geof Brazier, Director of Development pressure spikes. Not only is the plant losing valuable product, but also production time BS&B Safety Systems, LLC and BS&B Electronics, LLC as well as the direct and indirect replacement costs of the rupture disks. Understanding abnormal and particularly transient process operating conditions becomes crucial, yet A 1928 explosion in an oil and gas separator inspired the world’s first rupture disk challenging. In the past, diagnosing the root cause has required trials to be conducted after the founders of BS&B Safety Systems witnessed the blast and fire and became the with estimations of operating parameters. Until such a solution is viable, the plant man- inventors of this important pressure relief and safety technology. ager may be forced into reducing production rate to alleviate the source of pressure and More than 75-years later, rupture disk devices have advanced from those calibrated or temperature related problems. from simple metal foils mounted between companion flanges to highly-specialized Accurate monitoring solutions for the plant manager require appropriate sensing devices that employ structural as well as material controls in their design along with engi- technology, rapid data-logging and supporting software. Add to this the considerable neered holders, called safety heads, to ensure safety in critical applications. The rupture application knowledge gained across tens of thousands of rupture disk applications, disk devices of today feature high-accuracy BS&B is uniquely placed to provide cost effective custom engineered solutions. combined with a leak tight construction, long service life capability, and activation without Industrial Wireless Communications fragmentation enabling their use upstream of Sensor technology has long been available to monitor rupture disk process parame- pressure relief valves and sensitive instruments. ters such as pressure and temperature. However, implementation of sensors was often The evolution of rupture disk devices con- viewed as uneconomical due to both the direct and indirect cost of hardwiring. Current tinues, with electronics taking its part. Today’s generation wireless solutions have dramatically reduced the cost of monitoring allow- rupture disk devices can be easily and inexpen- ing plant engineers to independently collect ‘want to know’ information as opposed to sively adapted using sensors and rapid data- ‘critical to process’ information that supports investment in hard-wired systems. In the logging hardware and software packages to past, if plants wanted to monitor a pressure relief valve, rupture disk or even a safety monitor key characteristics for greater safety shower, they had to run wire from that device to the monitoring location. A wireless and reliability. These advances allow plant solution eliminates both cost and complexity, reducing monitoring cost by upwards of engineers to optimize their pressurized systems 80 percent. by monitoring the rupture disk device relative to critical factors such as: operating pressure differential (all rupture disks respond to differential pressure); coincident temperature; vacuum and back pressure.

Temperature and pressure sensors are connected to a rupture disk installation on a piping configuration that is vent- Advancements in electronics have reduced the cost of monitoring allowing plant engineers to independ- ing to a stable downstream, normally atmospheric pressure ently collect ‘want-to-know’ information as opposed to ‘critical-to-process’ information that once sup- condition. Being recorded is pressure and temperature ported investment in hard-wired systems. In this example, a storage tank/vessel, the want-to-know conditions at the rupture disk inlet and sensor status (burst information in yellow. Information like the frequency of the safety relief valve opening; or whether the or unburst). Flame Arrester is operating properly did not justify the cost of running wires from the device to the monitoring location. Electronic technology allows the relationship between rupture disk devices and process An application example: a manufacturing facility has 30 rupture disks to monitor operating conditions to be explored at an requiring an average of 1,000 feet of wire to reach the control room. At $10 a foot unprecedented level of detail while the rupture installed, each rupture disk position would require $10,000 of expenditure; $10,000 disk device is in service and for items of con- multiplied by 30 locations equals $300,000. Through the use of wireless monitoring, cern to be immediately reported to the plant the cost would be about $50,000; a savings of $250,000. operating system. This degree of communica- Wireless solutions permit not only permanent collection of information but also the tion between rupture disks and operating sys- implementation of temporary data collection for diagnostic or developmental purposes, tems allows the plant to be operated to the max- collecting both discrete digital and analog sensor output. This flexibility of wireless imum while providing immediate feedback of technology permits rapid response and accurate response to troubleshooting. characteristics that present a threat to the ongo- A misconception still exists that wireless technology is unreliable. Current genera- ing integrity of the disk and continuing safe tion wireless solutions use self testing protocols to ensure that a system remains active operation of the plant. even when there may be no ongoing sensor data to transmit. For example, monitoring a rupture disk or pressure relief valve, where a simple ‘closed/open’ switch is used there Why is Rupture Disk Device will be no ‘change of state’ of the sensor signal for perhaps years. A background ‘heart- Information Important to Collect? beat’ check is used to confirm that communication between system components is Rupture disk devices are designed to acti- active with an alarm generated in the rare event of a loss of communication. vate instantaneously, in milliseconds, in the case of an overpressure condition. This Rapid Data-Logging Hardware and Software System response time is so rapid that conventional The sensors used by a plant for process control purposes are typically not located at process control instruments are not going to the rupture disk device and are set up to collect data over quite extended time intervals, capture transient operating conditions that perhaps every few minutes. Accurate rupture disk device integrity monitoring requires present a threat to the integrity of a rupture that sensors be installed at the rupture disk device with rapid data output and compati- disk. One can imagine the frustrations of a ble data logging. plant manager whose facility experiences fre- BS&B has devoted its research and development team’s expertise to the creation quent rupture disk activation because of unde- of an affordable, ready-to-use package of hardware and software capable of accu- tected system operating conditions, such as

8 Remote Site & Equipment Management October/November 2009 www.RemoteMagazine.com SCADA Feature rately monitoring all of its rupture disk ownership; predictive maintenance tool devices and pressure relief technology. The • Process plants desiring extended rupture disk service life goal: allow industrial process plants to opti- • Process plants expecting the highest level of support from their Rupture Disk supplier mize the safety, integrity and total cost of ownership of rupture disk devices. BS&B’s About the Author ‘Rupture Disk Manager’ (RDM) collects Geof Brazier serves as president of Industrial Protection Devices, LLC and as the pressure and temperature data at the rupture director of Product and Market Development for BS&B Safety Systems, LLC and BS&B disk device, analyzes the information for Pressure Safety Management, LLC. Mr. Brazier has been issued more than 20 US characteristics that threaten the safety, patents in the areas of overpressure protection devices, industrial wireless communica- integrity or prolonged service life of the tion, and related technologies and has more than 25-years of experience in developing device, and provides the user with alarms Example of a rupture disk installed inside a pre- innovative technologies for BS&B and their affiliate companies. He was educated at and warnings when it is appropriate to take torqued safety head. Rupture disks are pressure the University of Bristol in England as a Physicist, and is a speaker at the Remote 2009 planned maintenance action. relief devices that protect a vessel or system Conference and Expo. For more information visit www.bsbsystems.com. from overpressurization. Predictive Maintenance Solutions A frequent question that BS&B receives is, “How long does a rupture disk last?” The blind answer to this question is that “A rupture disk should be replaced every 12 to 24 months.” Where the rupture disk manager system, or BS&B approved equivalent, is in place, longer service intervals can often be accrued by using the unique application experience gathered by RDM as a basis for an informed decision. Many factors exist that determine rupture disk change out interval, these include: • Relationship of operating to burst pressure • Coincident temperature relative to actual operating temperature conditions • Vacuum conditions • Back pressure conditions With the technology of Rupture Disk Manager, plant managers can answer the above questions by simply plugging in this field service tool which then allows data to be cumulatively analyzed. Instant feedback is provided regarding disk integrity and disk life threatening events. The system continuously compares process operating conditions to the design performance capability of the installed rupture disk device in order to alert the user to circumstances that compromise safety or expected service life. These systems constantly watch for application conditions that impact the accuracy of the rupture disk device or temporarily affect the intended safety of the pressurized system that is to be protected. Alarms are provided when sensors detect that the rupture disk is operating with excessive pressure cycling or higher operating pressure and /or temperature conditions that exceed the design limit of the rupture disk technology installed. The system also alarms the user when the rupture disk device is operating much hotter or colder than its calibrated coincident temperature, which lowers or increases the intended burst pressure, or if sensors detect a back pressure that will affect intended safety. Once sensors detect input, the RDM hard drive records at least a year of sensor output, alarms and warnings. This accumulated operating data allows for analysis and recommendation of optimum rupture disk device performance collected remote from the rupture disk device.

Summary Advances in rapid data-logging hardware and software improve plant productivity by reducing the cost of monitoring rupture disk devices and maximizing their service life. Industrial Process Plants with the most to gain from installation include: • Process plants with a high regard for safety • Process plants requiring trouble-shooting of pressure relief devices • Process plants wanting the lowest cost of

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New Industrial Mobile Router Support Innovative P is slightly larger, but still very compact in size. The entire family of MM2 radios at FreeWave offers a variety of features. The units Solutions in Telemetry and Telematics have low signal performance via RISC based signal demodulation with a matched fil- Dr. Neuhaus Telekommunikation has introduced two ter. The GaAs FET RF front end with multi-stage surface-acoustic-wave (SAW) filters new mobile routers, the TAINY HMOD-L1-IO and the offer a combination of overload immunity and sensitivity. Selectivity is specified and TAINY HMOD-V2-IO. Both devices have been devel- guaranteed. Additionally, the units can be used in a security network as a master, slave, oped for industrial applications and connect de-central repeater or master/slave unit depending upon its programming. systems to a company network via mobile radio con- The industrial grade Ethernet, on the MM2 HS-P, supports TCP, wireless security nection. They support UMTS/HSDPA/EDGE/GPRS and serial communications. Meanwhile both units offer high noise immunity, 256-bit and are capable of transmitting very large data volumes AES encryption and tested RF performance from -40°C to 85°C. in a cost-effective manner. The L1 model is designed for use with fixed IP addresses, while the V2 version Hear FreeWave Technologies Speak at Remote 2009 offers additional features for safe communication via Topic: Stretching Wireless IO throughout Your Infrastructure open networks or dynamic IP address support. Learn more at: www.RemoteExpo.com In general, package-oriented data transmission via mobile radio networks offers considerable advantages in both practicality and cost-effectiveness over alterna- New GSM, WIFI/WIMAX, 3G and GPS L1 Antenna tives which use means such as LAN, ISDN or analogue PCTELs new Medallion GPS Multi- modems for data transmission. Typical applications lie in monitoring industrial pro- Band antenna features a modern design in duction facilities, condition monitoring, traffic monitoring, substation control or in the a rugged low profile housing. This anten- field of security systems. The new mobile routers make it possible to design new solu- na offers multi-band coverage of GSM tions in these fields which will reduce operating and process costs. They increase the 850, GSM 900, GSM 1800, GSM 1900, reliability of the systems being monitored or controlled and optimize the performance 3G (806-960 MHz/1710-2170 MHz) and of the overall system. Furthermore, the high bandwidth of the UMTS/HSDPA opens WiFi/WiMAX (2.3-2.6 GHz) frequen- new usage possibilities, such as for applications which transmit image or video data. cies, coupled with GPS L1 capability for Both routers use TCP/IP as the base protocol. They are equipped with an integrated outstanding value and performance. This firewall that protects from unauthorized access. The TAINY HMOD-V2-IO transmits makes the antenna well suited for public data through a VPN tunnel with additional encryption according to the IPsec standard, safety vehicles, mass transit, fleet man- thus establishing a secure end-to-end connection. Moreover, both products set them- agement, telemetry and SCADA, field selves apart with their simple configuration, which can electively be conducted locally, measurement, wireless network optimiza- remotely or over a user-friendly Web interface. tion and wireless data terminals. The Medallion’s low profile omni-directional, design and the metal ¾ inch stud FreeWave Expands Family of Small Form Factor mount slotted jam nut, provides trouble-free installation and antenna replacement. The IP56 compliant design with custom over molded gasket provides added protection MM2 Radios against water or dust ingress under severe environmental conditions FreeWave Technologies has expanded its family of Additionally features include 3.5 dBic GPS antenna gain, 27 dB amplifier gain, 50 MM2 radios with the addition of two high-speed versions: ohms nominal impedance, an output VSWR of 1.5:1 (typical) and 20 dB filtering rejec- the MM2-HS-T (TTL interface) and MM2-HS-P (Ethernet tion at +/- 100 MHz from center frequency. interface). FreeWave's MM2-HS-T and MM2-HS-P add high-speed capability and greater throughput to the MM2- T line, which offers selectable speeds of 115.2 to 153.6 AutoLog WSN Radio Modems from FF Automation Kbps. The MM2-HS-T and the MM2-HS-P are capable of Provide Maximum Coverage an over-the-air speed of 1.23 Mbps allowing users to send FF-Automation has more data in a shorter period of time. The MM2-HS-T is released the AutoLog WSN well suited for embedded applications that require high radio modem series that offers data rates, such as video and long distances in the same small footprint. The MM2-HS- a high specification data radio modem which is well suited for stand alone wireless data applications or for integration into OEM products. A discrete component RF stage is used to give better performance than would be possible using the simpler "single chip" solutions found in many other low cost designs. VHF (138 MHz to 225 MHz), UHF (406 MHz to 512 MHz) and 869 MHz (863 MHz to 870 MHz) versions of the AutoLog WSN are available for simplex or half-duplex operation. Applications include oil and gas (complicated narrow band SCADA networks), command and control, data logging, metering, SCADA, radio telemetry, remote switching or any similar applications where serial data needs to be transmitted reliably by wireless means. Through the use of advanced DSP technology, the AutoLog WSN data radio has been optimized for reliability and low current consumption, making it particularly suitable for operation on remote sites without mains power. The WSN radio data modem can operate transparently without packetizing the data and without adding any other overheads, thereby maximising data throughput rates. Data is simply transmitted and received with minimal delay. Alternatively, a simple packetization option can be enabled for use with old or non tolerant protocols, where the presence of a mute (squelch) tail may cause a problem at the end of a message. Store and forward repeater operation is possible by programming a routing table into the WSN radio at the master-station site. Routing is based on the protocol address within the message to be transmitted and the WSN currently supports repeater operation with MODBUS protocol and a number of other similar protocols where the address byte is in a known position within the message.

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AvaLAN Releases Industrial Long Range 5 Mbps process control, access security, telemedicine, and remote data acquisition applications. To suit this variety of applications requires a full-featured 2,400 bps modem, mean- Outdoor Wireless Ethernet Bridge ing Cermetek could not eliminate features to save cost. The CH1724 is a complete AvaLAN Wireless Systems, Inc. has introduced its modem with FCC Part 68 Registration conveyed with no required external circuitry. AW5800HTP-Pair long range 5 Mbps industrial outdoor Error correction ensures accurate transactions and the Fast Connect algorithm completes wireless Ethernet bridge designed for machine to short messages quickly. The line status monitor feature prevents interference with voice machine communications. This offering from AvaLAN calls when the modem shares the telephone line with a telephone handset. combines higher throughput of up to 5 Mbps and higher The small size of the CH1724 keeps cost down and expands the versatility of the radio power of 100 Watts Effective Isotropic Radiated modem. A tiny modem, the CH1724 measures 1.6 inches by 0.8 inches and is only 0.22 Power (EIRP), making it suited for wireless connections inches high. This small size and leadless surface-mount attachment maximizes space to IP-based megapixel surveillance cameras. The utilization in the embedded system design. The designer can place the modem in its AW5800HTP-Pair is an outdoor wireless product with optimum position without compromise. 20 independent non-overlapping RF channels. AvaLAN’s new AW5800HTP-PAIR Ethernet Bridge delivers a line-of-sight connection up to 15 miles away without sacrificing bandwidth, security or performance. AvaLAN products can be used as replacements for installations where WiFi systems are under-performing or failing completely due to insufficient range, excessive interference or unsatisfactory reliability. The new AW5800HTP-Pair long range 5 Mbps industrial outdoor wireless Ethernet product is with a man- ufacturer's suggested retail price of $2,800.

900 MHz Radio Provides Simple I/O Data Connection A busable 900 MHz radio is the newest addition to Phoenix Contact's Trusted Wireless Ethernet (TWE) portfolio of industrial wireless products. The RAD-ISM-900- EN-BUS allows direct connection of I/O modules to the radio. The radio allows the user to collect I/O without a remotely located PLC or I/O data concentrator. The bused I/O is made accessible to the network using the readily available MODBUS protocol. It can easily be integrated into new or existing PLC, SCADA or DCS systems. Phoenix Contact has also added a multiple master function to the 900 MHz TWE radio family. This function can create redundancy and wireless failover connections if a master or host radio is not accessible. The new multiple master function and busable radio make the 900 MHz TWE radios well suited for a variety of industrial applications such as tank level, pressure and temperature monitoring, pump status and control and SCADA system expansion.

Cermetek Launches its Lowest Cost Embedded Modem Module Cermetek Microelectronics, Inc. has announced the CH1724, its least expensive modem module. Cermetek achieved low cost by careful design for manufacturing efficiency, without compromising features. The CH1724 targets

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Nanospears Could Lead to Better Solar Cells Growing, and precisely aligning, microscopic spear-shaped zinc oxide crystals on Zinc oxide is a semiconductor that possesses some unusual physical properties. a surface of single-crystal silicon, researchers at The material both absorbs and emits light, so it Missouri University of Science and Technology could be used in solar cells to absorb sunshine as may have developed a method to make more effi- well as in lasers or solid-state lighting as an cient solar cells. Dr. Jay A. Switzer and his col- emitter of light. Silicon is also a semiconductor, leagues at Missouri S&T report that their simple, but it absorbs light at a different part of the spec- inexpensive process could also lead to new mate- trum than zinc oxide. By growing zinc oxide on rials for solar cells as well as ultraviolet lasers, top of the silicon, researchers are putting two solid-state lighting and piezoelectric devices. semiconductors on top of each other, thereby "It's kind of like growing rock candy crystals widening the spectrum from which a solar cell on a string," said Switzer, the Donald L. could draw light. Castleman/Foundation for Chemical Research Previous efforts to grow zinc oxide on silicon Professor of Discovery at Missouri S&T. “But have been limited to expensive ultra-high-vacu- instead of using sugar water and string, Switzer's um methods, and because of silicon's high reac- team grows the zinc oxide nanospears on the sin- tivity, it's been impossible to deposit the zinc gle-crystal silicon placed in a beaker filled with an oxide directly, without the use of a third material as alkaline solution saturated with zinc ions. The process yields tilted, single-crystal, a buffer. In addition, previous attempts to align the two materials epitaxially, or per- spear-shaped rods that grow out of the silicon surface, like tiny spikes.” fectly one on top of the other, have been unsuccessful until now. By tilting the nanos- The spears are about 100 to 200 nanometers in diameter, hundreds of times small- pears 51°, Switzer and his team have reduced the mismatch from 40 percent to 0.2 er than the width of a human hair, and about 1 micrometer in length. A nanometer percent, a near-perfect alignment. Epitaxially aligning the zinc oxide and silicon is is one billionth of a meter, and some nanomaterials are only a few atoms in size. important to ensure higher efficiency. Chloride Introduces Agility Series in incoming power without battery wear. In addition, all five Agility models have integrated communication line UPS for Mission Critical protection for safeguarding phone or network connec- Networking Equipment tions, including modems, faxes and DSL. Chloride North America Agility UPS systems boast the highest power density has expanded its uninter- available in a 2U chassis (3.5 by 17.3 by 17 inches), ruptible power supply resulting in more usable power without crowding the (UPS) lineup with the new rack. Chloride's concentration on the 2U platform has Agility series, which intro- enabled it to continually push higher power factors that duces five high-density previously were available only from larger form factor line-interactive UPS sys- UPS. Incorporation of advanced heat rejection engineer- tems ranging from 750 VA ing delivers the benefits of cooler operation and lower to 3,000 VA in a standard- costs, despite the high power density. New Rugged Generators for ized 2U chassis platform to Scalable batteries allow runtime for existing loads to Industrial Applications increase rack space for be increased or to be maintained for expanded loads. Next Generation Power is offering a standard line of mission-critical equipment. Dual-bank load shedding lets users prioritize and allo- low-speed, radiator-cooled Industrial Generators. Purpose-engineered for cate back-up capacity for up to three levels. Inputs Designed for multiple uses including industrial applica- servers, large peripherals, include RS232, USB, RJ45 Ethernet, an RJ11 REPO tions, standby power and use during storms, they're storage systems and other enterprise-wide networking (remote emergency power off) port, receptacles compat- rugged and fuel efficient power generating units. . equipment, Agility UPS systems feature two-tier Buck ible with both straight blade and locking plugs, along Featuring a heavy-duty, four-cycle, water-cooled and Boost technology to protect against sags and surges with a slot for optional cards. Kubota engine, the Next Gen Industrial Generators are available in models ranging from 5 to 40 kW. Able to be built to a customer's specifications, the gen-sets operate at 1,800 rpm for a long life and quiet performance. Offered with a channel subframe base or four- point isolation mounts, the single-bearing gen-sets feature a brushless rotating field exciter and generator-mounted solid state electric voltage regula- tor. Standard equipment includes a 12 V electric starter and battery charging alternator, fuel filter and transfer pump, dry air cleaner, muffler, key switch starter, hour meter and easy-drain oil change system. The Industrial Generators provide automatic shutdown for low oil pressure and high coolant temperature. To fit any application, the units can be fit with an optional fuel tank, sheet metal enclosure, on or off-road trailers or instrument panels. Guaranteeing generator performance, they have a one year factory warranty on the total assembly and a three year warranty on the Kubota engine.

New Solar Panel Integrated With Custom MPPT Battery Charge Controller EMPO-NI has introduced its latest innovation, highly space optimized battery charge controllers for panel integration and versatile maximum Power Point Tracking solar battery chargers for

12 Remote Site & Equipment Management October/November 2009 www.RemoteMagazine.com ONSITE POWER Products & Services standard and custom applications. certain simultane- New Models with Green Features The SOL-1 Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT) ous conditions. battery charger offers a flexibility in battery powered sys- Conditions such as Added to Minuteman EnSpire UPSs tems. The circuit topology of the SOL-1 allows it to high ambient tem- Para Systems, Inc. has released two new additions to charge in step down mode 12 V batteries out of 12 V perature, high alti- its Minuteman EnSpire series of uninterruptible power solar panels but in step up configuration as unique fea- tude and low and supplies. The EN750 ture it can also charge 24 V batteries out of standard 12 high-line condi- and EN900 provide V solar panels. Voltage levels and conversion modes are tions have been new green features detected automatically. In both operation modes EMPO- mitigated to ensure and are well suited NI´s SOL-1 is performing MPPT control and hence, the full rating at 100 for small to medium- efficiency of the whole solar system is optimized contin- percent operating loads. sized businesses that uously under varying environmental conditions and the The optional Albér BDSi battery monitoring solution are seeking value- maximum achievable energy is stored in the batteries. enables users to extend and optimize useful battery life, priced power protec- The SOLmini series of solar panel integrated battery reduce maintenance costs and increase safety by proac- tion for their mis- chargers has been developed for the immediate integra- tively managing system batteries. It monitors all of the sion-critical devices. tion into a standard connection box of solar panel manu- 12-volt sealed batteries in the Liebert NXL UPS battery The EN750 and EN900 provide energy savings through facturers reaching protection classes of IP65 and more. cabinet, and can be configured to support up to six bat- two specific design features. First, when the internal bat- A simple solar panel becomes, in conjunction with the tery cabinets. The monitoring system reports all critical tery is fully charged, the charger goes into “rest mode,” SOLmini technology, a complete charge controller. The battery parameters, including internal resistance, total thus saving energy. Second, the units are designed to oper- robust circuit topology along with carefully selected voltage, cell voltage, temperature and discharge events. ate at more than 90 percent efficiency while in AC Normal components and devices provide extreme compactness This option is factory installed and tested within the mode. Higher efficiency means less power is consumed and reliability of the battery charger and controller and Liebert NXL battery cabinet to ensure proper operation while devices are operating. When the Green Mode LCD simplify the whole system. The SOLmini is today avail- and reduce field start-up requirements. Retro-fit solu- is illuminated, the user will know the UPS is operating in able for up to 40 W/12 V class and 80 W/24 V class solar tions are available for Liebert NXL UPS battery cabinet its maximum efficiency and energy-saving mode. Both panels. A 75 W/12 V version will follow. units already installed. features decrease the amount of electricity required to Additionally, facility and data center managers can operate the UPS and the attached equipment, reducing both its carbon footprint and saving the user money. Emerson Network Power Adds enlist in a program enabling Emerson Network Power’s Liebert services team to remotely monitor and report on Along with higher capacity capabilities and more battery Capacity and Integrates Battery battery status, and make recommendations for proactive power, the two new micro-processor-based models have an Monitoring Solution to Liebert NXL battery replacement. The Battery Service with Ntegrated LCD display that informs the user of various power condi- UPS Platform Monitoring program includes battery and Alber BDSi tions, including input voltage, battery runtime, connected preventive maintenance, firmware upgrades, an extended load consumption and other operating information. Emerson Network Power has raised the capacity of its warranty and equipment startup. The EnSpire UPS products protect up to four devices Liebert NXL UPS system to 750k VA and enabled its “As critical power requirements in today’s high avail- from power anomalies, including power outages, Albér BDSi monitoring solution to be integrated into the ability data centers continue to increase, IT and facility brownouts, surges and spikes. Four additional non-criti- matching Liebert NXL battery cabinet, if chosen as an managers need greater power capacity along with superi- cal devices can be plugged in to protect them. Free power option. The Liebert NXL, which is designed for medium or reliability and energy efficiency. The Liebert NXL monitoring and management software is also provided. and large data centers, is available in capacities starting meets these needs without compromising system avail- at 250 kVA. As facilities seek increased protection and/or ability,” said Charles O’Donnell, vice president of power system flexibility, the new 750 kVA model is available in engineering, Liebert AC Power, Emerson Network single module and multi module systems (N+1 or 1+N) Power. “Integrating the Albér BDSi monitoring solution to achieve redundancy and maximum reliability. with the UPS system gives facility and data center man- The Liebert NXL is one of the first UPS systems to be agers the capability to monitor battery health, maximize listed to the new UL 1778 fourth edition requirements. It battery performance and reduce the possibility of failure is engineered to deliver high reliability with a design that during crucial power events.” allows it to operate at more than 100 percent load under

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Longwatch Enhances Video over the Internet on a PC, handheld wireless PDA or a to use and tough enough for harsh environments, the cellphone. Improvements to the Viewer include new SEL-3620 operates with existing IT and control systems, System with Video and Data viewing, filtering and grouping modes. using a menu-driven Web interface. Longwatch has A new Digital Video Recorder function allows a user SEL designed and built the Ethernet security gateway added new features to search on-line for any video files stored in the distrib- as part of a research project with the US Department of and functions to its uted video engines, the video control center, or an exter- Energy (DOE), Tennessee Valley Authority and Sandia Video System nal computer. A new “clip on demand” function enables National Laboratories, among other partners. Version 5.0 to an operator to create a video clip from Live video via a “The SEL-3620, an OPSAID-compliant device, can make it easier for simple command on the HMI screen. provide a synergistic solution that benefits specific needs users to integrate Longwatch expanded the number and type of IP cam- in securing our critical infrastructure, including smart cameras in local eras it supports. It provides Pan-Tilt-Zoom for several grid communications,” said DOE Deputy Assistant and remote areas, camera models, including Axis, Pelco and IVC; supports Secretary Hank Kenchington. “This is a good example of combine video data specialty cameras such as the A Series infrared camera the Department of Energy, a national laboratory and a with a wide variety of plant information and enable oper- from FLIR; and supports video analytics from cameras private company working together to provide useful ators to access video data from HMI terminals, cell- that have the capability. Video analytics means that the solutions to critical needs in a timely fashion.” phones or on a PC via the Internet. camera itself determines that an anomaly exists in its Another element of SEL’s smart grid security solutions The enhancements integrate local and remote video field of view, and it automatically tracks the object. If the is the SEL-3021 serial encrypting transceiver. It protects systems, using existing infrastructure such as fiber and camera itself cannot support video analytics, similar point-to-point and multidrop data links from attacks and wireless networks and a distributed system architecture capability is provided in the Longwatch Video Engine. eavesdropping, with advanced encryption validated to that delivers scalability, performance and fault tolerance. To simplify configuration of remote cameras, Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS) 140-2 The Longwatch Viewer and Video Historian bring a new Longwatch added the IP Camera Toolkit. In most cases, Level 2. For wireless applications, the SEL-3022 wire- level of data integration capability that links video with a a simple edit of two lines of command text provide the less encrypting transceiver creates a cryptographically wide variety of plant information, such as process alarms necessary configuration. Longwatch can also support any secure wireless link between a computer and remote IED and events, maintenance messages, batch tracking and camera with H.264 video compression protocol and/or serial communications port. historical trends. HTTP/MJPEG or RTP/RTSP-MPEG4 streaming. The Video Historian links to the plant’s HMI/SCADA Additionally, a system integrator’s toolkit contains new videoNEXT Launches IP Surveillance system, making it possible to store video with real-time ActiveX controls that support the new video capabilities data, so that operators can see what happened during var- of Version 5.0, including integrated Live video, DVR Software on the iPhone ious events. For example, a video capture can be com- search and playback. videoNEXT has announced the availability of its manded during a batch step to record an operator’s actions mobile video apps in the Apple App when adding ingredients to a reactor. The Video Historian Store for iPhone and iPod touch can then play that sequence back at any time, along with SEL Announces Intuitive Solutions handheld devices. videoNEXT's images from similar batch sequences, so that engineers For Grid Security CAVU, CAVU Free and CAVU Pro can analyze the differences among operators under vari- As a new part provide large organizations, small ous process conditions. The Historian can display up to of its solutions to businesses and consumers with four videos simultaneously. The Video Historian also fea- help make the remote video monitoring features over tures the new Longwatch Viewer, which provides an intu- electric power 3G and Wifi networks anywhere. itive and easy platform to help the user retrieve, annotate, grid smarter and The CAVU Free allows users to view and analyze video and process information. less vulnerable to directly connect to IP cameras (Axis When viewing data in real time, users can command a attack, Schweitzer and Panasonic BB and BL series) and camera from the HMI to start, pause, stop, pan and zoom. Engineering Laboratories, Inc. (SEL) has introduced its monitor them remotely, at no cost. Real-time video can also be controlled based on external SEL-3620 Ethernet Security Gateway. 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14 Remote Site & Equipment Management October/November 2009 www.RemoteMagazine.com SECURITY Feature So You Think You Are Secure? You Might Not Be Jim Libersky, VP Sales & Marketing • 7750 Domains are on the list. Half are active or (3861- 3889 domains) The Barrier Group/Barrier1 • The Domains resolve to only 42 unique IP’s • 28 domains are the most active and most of them are up for sale by registrar Everyone has a Firewall, anti-virus, anti-spam, encryption, VPN, and other individ- • It then obtains a second list of names on the user account using a series of weak passwords ual network security solutions in place. In fact, business spends $5+ billion dollars a • A crafted RPC request checks for Windows version and then disables various fea- year protecting computer networks. So, with all of that money spent why are hackers tures. These include Windows auto update features, Windows Security Center, still getting in? Windows Defender and Windows Error Reporting. The business of protecting our digital assets, or even our • Then it sends UPNP message to open local random general communication, from some unintended individual high order ports (back door) or group continues to evolve. At one time hackers motives • It will create a variant of HTTP server and opens a were simple, they just wanted to see if they could do it. random port 1024-10,000 Then as money grew for such activities so did the sophis- • It will go out to site for external facing IP address tication and methods. Cyber criminals have continued to • It searches in blocks of 250 domain names find vulnerabilities in all seven of the OSI layers. The • Operating systems can handle only 256 request at attacks then focused on that single vulnerability. Now they one time exploit those vulnerabilities beyond what one could imag- • Then it goes to sleep but checks for the those 250 ine just a couple of years ago. So, one has to inspect all blocks every 30 seconds seven OSI Layers in real time in order to stay secure. • Using the same UTC clock everyone converges on Today’s world of communication has now become the the registered domains at the exact same time and asks world of IP (Internet Protocol). IP has long been part of if an executable is available. the data communication world. However, now you are • It nest sends URL request for port 80 and a Windows witnessing VOIP (voice over IP) and IP/TV or video, binary is returned and validated with a locally stored even IPhones embracing IP. Each of these three cores public key. If not connected it will try every 60 platforms, voice, video, and data, has vulnerabities and seconds for a Http request value to cyber criminals. So, cyber attacks will not stop Now we add the Mutations. There have been at least but continue to evolve in complexity. five mutations since 2008. The roots of these vulnerabilities are IP itself, OSI Barrier1 has stopped the Confiker virus and other sim- layers and mutation. IP is based on the seven layers of the ilar version known as 2009 Malware, Downup, OSI. Each layer has its function and role in providing Downadup and Kido. communication. The underlying assumption in IP is as Another Example is Null Byte Poising. What is Null the communication or data flows from one layer to Byte Poising? Null Byte Poising has two key components. another, it is assumed that the layer above or below • First, once the command lines or Strings are known receives the stream that everything is fine. There are no by the attacker, the attacker can alter the command line. or very little checks for changes or alteration from the • Second, by replacing key areas of the string with null request and what is delivered. In fact, the vast majorities bytes, the program behavior is changed. The Null Byte of the processors don’t have checking functions built in forces the string to end at that point of insertion and allow or are limited. cyber criminals to take over. Now, add the ability to Cyber attacks have grown from the simplest form to what is now known as “blend- change the scripts and the attacker can redirect the intended outcome. These attacks get ed threats”. All attacks look for vulnerabilities. That means they look for vulnerabili- through the vast majority of network security appliances. ties in functions that reside in key layers of the OSI. For example, MAC addresses Examples of where Null Byte Poising is used are Connect and SQL statement with have vulnerability. It is known as “MAC address spoofing”. MAC address is a layer a Dynamic Execution, i.e. Oracle “execute immediately” and it can be used to remove 2 function. Route spoofing is vulnerability at layer 3. Mishandling or changing port a mandatory file extension. numbers is a layer 4 function. You can continue up the ladder to layer 7 which is the Please see Barrier Group Continued on page 22 application layer. There you will find flaws and vulnerabilities that relate to the application and how the application communicates to HTTP or HTML. Again, each has its own set of specific vulnerabilities and behaviors. These attacks include SQL injection, interruption of the application logic flow and inserting malicious code in hidden field located on a company web site. Today, these individual OSI Layer attacks are then used in a process that that together exploit the computer networks and applications. Thus, the term blended threats. To be secure against today’s attacks one has to have the ability to inspect all seven layers simultaneously and in near real time. As I discussed earlier, many of today’s attacks result from the ability of the attacker to change or alter the request then deliver an altered data stream. Attackers have figured out that a disruption or change in key areas of code will bring different outcomes than what is expected. For example an insertion of “%20”, or a ” >?” request, or ”!” a in a certain lines of code will have different results. Remember IP assumes that if it passes the data stream from one layer to another it is OK. Thus, hackers get in and are in control. Mutation, attackers craft attack plans based on known vulnerabities and then add process. The cyber criminals know full well that they soon will be discovered and a fix or block will be implemented. The vast majority of the Security Solution vendors only deal with known attack styles. So, Cyber Criminals change some part of the process, key strokes, source, etc. that all of the censors have not seen before. So, the cyber criminals continue to exploit with a different mutation or variant from the original. A good example of this is the latest virus known as the Conficker Worm. Here is how the Conficker virus worked. • The Confiker program exploits a Microsoft vulnerability MS 08-067 Server Service Patch • It Spreads over LAN, USB Memory Sticks, and PC ‘s. • It copies itself in the AMIN$\system32 folder • There are 297 Subroutines and they Propagated as a DLL • PC’s are turned to drones on a Botnets programmed to seek updates through a list of domains

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October 29th - 30th 2009 • San Antonio, Texas

The eighth annual Remote Conference and Expo will be held October 29-30, 2009 in San Antonio, Texas. This technology-driven and solution oriented event brings together the innovators and users from multiple industries, including utilities, infrastructure power, oil & gas, telecom, industrial, water & wastewater, agriculture remote networks and facilities management.

The Remote 2009 Conference and Expo will focus on the leading advancements for the monitoring and management of distributed equipment and facilities, remote assets, infrastructure, automated process & system controls and device networks. Large-scale users and industry experts will speak on SCADA, remote networking technology, security (cyber and physical), control, automation, onsite and back-up power, M2M, emerging wireless technology, telemetry and condition monitoring.

This year's event will offer managers of distributed equipment and remote facilities the most informative conference on these mission critical technologies. Technical presentations will provide focused sessions on the latest technologies and market trends, multiple case applications from users in many industries and integrators, and how-to sessions for the engineers and managers of remote sites. Attendees receive certificates of attendance and can earn continuing education credits through some sessions and the IEC/DNP3 conference workshop.

This two-day international conference will serve equipment and facility managers, communications system operators, designers, developers and integrators interested in learning the latest capabilities and best practices in these rapidly advancing fields. It will provide an opportunity to network with peers, professionals and potential business partners involved in technology solutions serving a variety of applications. See the latest products, services and systems available and discover what's coming next.

Conference Schedule at A Glance Hotel Information Stay Where the Conference Is! Thursday, October 29th 7:00am Continental Breakfast 8:00am Keynote Presentation Grand Hyatt San Antonio 9:00am Featured Presentation/ Netted Automation 600 E. Market Street, Conference Workshop Begins San Antonio, Texas, USA 78205 10:00am Networking Break 10:30am Break-Out Sessions Tel: 1-210-224-1234 11:15am Break-Out Session Fax: 1-210-271-8019 12:00pm Luncheon http://grandsanantonio.hyatt.com 1:00pm Break-Out Sessions 1:45pm Break-Out Sessions 2:30pm Break-Out Sessions A special room rate of $229 is available for attendees. Be sure to reserve 3:15pm Networking Break your room by October 7, 2009, to receive this special rate. Be sure to men- 3:45pm Break-Out Sessions tion Webcom Communications when reserving. Save an additional $200 4:30pm Break-Out Sessions off of your full conference registration when you book your stay at 5:15pm Cocktail Reception the Grand Hyatt San Antonio. In order to receive this discount you must enter 5:30pm Netted Automation Workshop Ends this Code upon check out: “Remote2009_Hotel”. Note: in order to receive this discount you must supply Webcom Communications with a hotel confirmation number. Please email con- Friday, October 30th firmation to Marsha Grillo at [email protected]. 7:30am Continental Breakfast 8:00am Keynote Presentation 9:00am Featured Presentation/Netted Automation Enhance your visit to the Alamo City with a stay at the dynamic Grand Hyatt Conference Workshop Begins San Antonio. With a dramatic design that exemplifies this unique city, our 10:00am Networking Break new hotel on San Antonio Riverwalk is an exciting blend of modernism and 10:30am Break-Out Sessions the Latin culture. Warm hospitality, bold colors and exceptional touches cre- 11:15am Break-Out Session ate a San Antonio luxury hotel that is perfect for every guest, whether trav- 12:00pm Luncheon 1:00pm Break-Out Sessions eling for work or vacation. Take advantage of our premier setting – adjacent 1:45pm Break-Out Sessions to the convention center, HemisFair Park and on the Riverwalk – outstanding 2:30pm Break-Out Sessions amenities and unprecedented service levels to make your experience at our 3:15pm Conference Concludes luxurious San Antonio Texas Riverwalk hotel extraordinary. Register at www.RemoteExpo.com Visit http://grandsanantonio.hyatt.com for more information.

16 Remote Site & Equipment Management October/November 2009 www.RemoteMagazine.com REMOTE 2009 Show Update Remote 2009 Conference and Expo Day Workshop Two-Day Special Course on IEC 61850, IEC 61400-25, DNP3 Remote 2009 Conference and Expo Two Day Workshop Two-Day Special Course on IEC 61850, IEC 61400-25, DNP3

The reality of the world-wide retiring process of the most valuable assets (the senior engineers in the utilities) the aging systems, the companies tightening budgets and lowering sales expectations could bring some great opportunities for everyone involved in information management of local and remote devices and processes. Less people means less proprietary solutions could be supported. This is the time for a single, internationally standardized and accepted solution: IEC 61850.

The international standard series IEC 61850 “Communication networks and systems for power utility automation” and the specific extensions for wind turbines, hydro power plants and distributed energy resources provide a unique solution comprising information models (e.g., for measurements, statuses, configuration, equipment name plate and health, and processes), information exchange services (real-time and client/server) and a system configuration language for a wide range of applications: automation, protection and monitoring in generation, transport and distribution utilities.

The first 14 parts of the standard were published between 2003 and 2006, with several extensions published recently. Vendors like ABB, AREVA, GE, SEL, Siemens, Toshiba (to name a few) have already applied the standard in thousands of plants. IEC 61850 is supported by market leading utilities (like AEP, Hydro Quebec, Terna, TVA, RWE, EON, Vattenfall) and industrial users (like Petrobras, Solvay, VW).

In this comprehensive two day workshop students learn the fundamental concepts and vision of the IEC 61850 standard series. Students compare traditional solutions like DNP3 and the new OPC UA to IEC 61850 and discuss the strength each method offers. All the IEC 61850 standards, their extensions, and many application domains are briefly discussed and the class delves into IEC 61850 real-time and client/server solutions.

When: Oct. 29th, 9am - 5pm / Oct. 30th 9am - 5pm Presenter: Karlheinz Schwarz, NettedAutomation GmbH Registration: $1,350 - www.RemoteExpo.com

Attendees will also receive access to Remote 2009 Conference & Expo networking breaks, lunches, cocktail reception and the show’s expo hall with registration. Remote 2009 Conference Program

Break-Out Presentation Key result, 200 mechanics currently file between 6,000 and 8,000 work orders a month. Incorporating Remote Monitoring - Blue / Remote Networking - Black the SCADA control system in the deployment, in addition to new hardware and services, over 4,000 Onsite Power - Green / Security Sessions - Red compressor work orders were completed during rollout which took place during the second, third (All Featured & Keynote Presentations in Black) and fourth quarters of 2008. Compressco is now able to retrieve remote information in one common data stream, seamlessly from oil and gas well work sites around the globe, in real time. 7:00am Registration and Continental Breakfast Robert F. Landsfield, Chief Executive Officer • Skymira Wireless Security Practices for Remote Monitoring Applications 8:00am Keynote Presentation Wireless network security continues to be an area of research and development, particularly in The Evolution of Remote Service and Device Management applications where wireless sensors are extending the reach of traditional monitoring and control The Remote service space is maturing, not only from increased adoption of remote applications or systems. While the IT sector has embraced the IEEE 802.11i standard for corporate networks, an increase in the number of assets being monitored remotely, but also from the ways that organi- engineers have many more options available to them for their industrial network designs. This zations are using remote service technology. No longer just concerned with increasing uptime, firms presentation will provide an overview of IEEE 802.11i, IEEE 802.15.4, ZigBee, and other security are looking to take a stake in optimizing the processes around the use of their assets, so as to drive protocols as they relate to measurement and automation applications. In addition, network new revenue streams wrapped around a model of predictive and preventive maintenance. As such, design and commissioning best practices will provide attendees with a set of recommendations this session looks to lead a fast-based discussion on trends in the remote service space, practices for guarding against the most common security attacks. and solutions adopted by the best-in-class around the use of Remote Service technology and future Charlie Stiernberg, Remote Data Acquisition Product Manager • National Instruments avenues for growth and hurdles to be overcome. Sumair Dutta, Senior Research Analyst - Service Management • Aberdeen Group 11:15am Break-out Sessions 9:00am Featured Presentation IEC 61850: A Protocol with Powerful Potential Remote Monitoring of Natural Gas Compression Equipment IEC 61850 defines the communication between devices in the substation and related system HighMount Exploration and Production manages a portfolio of natural gas assets in Alabama con- requirements. It supports substation automation functions as well as their engineering. Unlike sisting of approximately 1,350 wells that produce approximately 55 million standard cubic feet earlier protocols, the technical approach makes IEC 61850 flexible and future-proof. Although per day. In order to produce and transport the product, compressors play a critical role. If a com- there are more than 50 protocols worldwide for substation automation, IEC 61850 is the only one pressor goes down, the flow of natural gas stops. The equipment is unmanned and often located that provides a standardized method of communications and integration whose goal is to support in remote areas. HighMount requires remote monitoring on their equipment and utilize M2M’s systems built from multi-vendors intelligent electronic devices (IEDs) networked together to per- services to monitor their compressor fleet. This case study-style presentation will cover the bene- form protection, monitoring, automation, metering and control. To achieve maximum benefit from fits HighMount obtained from utilizing remote monitoring. this protocol, it is essential to understand what it has to offer, how it is different from previous stan- Matt Begler, Vice President of Sales • M2M Data Corporation dards and what it provides to end users. Andreas Somogyi, Director of Global Engineering & Marketing • Prosoft Technology, Inc. 10:00am Networking Break Wallace Gastreich, Strategic Product Marketing Manager • Prosoft Technology, Inc.

10:30am Break-out Sessions Begin Stretching Wireless IO throughout Your Infrastructure Enabling the Smart Grid with Electrical Load Measurement Frequently a company has geographically scattered assets and sensor data is needed at a central The increasing demand on utilities requires improvements in efficiency, cost savings and conser- point. In the past, the only available option included digging trenches and/or running conduit and vation of energy distribution. To be successful, utilities are faced with the challenge, and opportu- pulling wire to acquire the signals. Wireless IO offers substantial and measurable cost savings in nity, to upgrade their existing processes. This presentation provides a real-life example of how terms of engineering, installation and logistics as well as dramatic improvements in the frequen- the Central Iowa Power Cooperative (CIPCO) upgraded to an intelligent, digital cellular solution cy, currency and reliability of field data collection. Discover how you can stretch their wireless IO for its meter interrogation process. This upgrade not only improved the utility’s overall processes throughout your infrastructure to not only maximize their investments, but yield greater, more by increasing efficiency and improving customer service, it also reduced the total cost of owner- effective communication within their networks. ship of its metering solution while providing time savings benefits through remote, real-time Brent E. McAdams, Product Development Manager of Wireless IO Systems • FreeWave Technologies, Inc. monitoring and collection of critical data. Andy James, Director of Sales - Mobile & M2M Group • Sierra Wireless Wireless Protection - When Landlines are not an Option Compressco Cuts Remote Work Order Processing Time in Half Learn how cellular alarm and event monitoring solutions provide the bridge between wireless remote locations and their remote needs. Explore the problem of decreased landlines, which war- Compressco selected Skymira to streamline information management originating from the loca- rant wireless connectivity and security solutions as well as the economic and safety benefits seen tions of its under performing gas wells. These solutions unlocked the remote information via from the deployment of cellular alarm solutions. The session will provide many different ways in satellite and cellular operations management technologies by connecting remote worker informa- which cellular alarm communicators are the answer for protection in remote locations. Learn tion with Compressco’s management in real time. Prior to this, Compressco’s one hundred on site about key technology advancements in the industry and how Telular expects this trend to grow in mechanics issued 4,000 paper work orders monthly. With new solutions, information was cap- the upcoming year. tured from embedded paper work orders and converted in real time into electronic forms. As a Shawn Welsh, Vice President, Marketing & Business Development • Telular

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12:00pm Luncheon Reaping the Benefits of Intelligent Data: How Effective Energy Monitoring Can Reduce Costs 1:00pm Break-out Sessions Resume Power monitoring and reporting helps IT, energy and facility/plant managers understand and man- Linking SCADA Development with Operational Needs age critical power systems as a whole, offering a view of individual and overall power consump- Information management should be a two-pronged approach: first defining what is important, tion. Learn how to reduce energy consumption and minimizing environmental and economic and then working to capture it. All too often companies skip the first component, and focus just impacts associated with excessive energy use. A case study that shows how Ave Maria University on capturing all the data they can; a challenge considering that companies don’t use data to successfully integrated IT and facilities with a PowerChain management solution will be discussed. make decisions, they use actionable information. Learn about the benefits of working with the Marcus Maxwell, Product Manager, Software and Meter Products • Eaton Corp. end in mind to design better information management systems, creating reports that reflect the data that’s important to management, engineers, accounting and field technicians. WirelessHART Sensor Level Networks – Simple, Reliable, Secure Jim Fererro, Vice President • GlobaLogix Today there are many wireless technology solutions to choose from, but only one solution is built on technology standard proven reliable enough for both monitoring and control applications in Macro Scale Mesh Networking the process industries. The presenter will review the WirelessHART technology and the use cases Most mesh networks are designed to work with internode distances to 10 to 100 meters. This pres- for Wireless mesh sensor networks based on the HART 7 - WirelessHART standard exploring new entation will discuss some of the unique challenges present in deploying macro scale mesh net- ways to extend the capabilities of your installed devices and automate new measurements previ- works of 100’s or 1,000’s of nodes over a large area where inter node distances can be 100’s or ously thought to expensive to monitor. 1,000’s of meters apart. Common problems of frequency choice, power, power source, commission- Ed Ladd, Director of Technology Programs • HART Communication Foundation ing topography, environmental factors and topology will be discussed from a practical perspective. Al Hamilton, President • SignalFire Telemetry, Inc. Remote Video Security Unplugged - Cheaper, Faster, Better Security needs have grown in economic downturns. New video technology architecture offers So You Think You are Secure? You Might Not Be greater security with 10 second videos of intrusions sent over the cell network for immediate Everything IP based where it is data, voice, video is vulnerable. We have learned about data net- response. Law enforcement respond faster and verified alarms have proven effective in both cap- works and SCADA systems are just as vulnerable. Most everyone has seen the video and docu- ture and deterrence. Case studies presented will include protecting substations during Hurricane mentary where a diesel generator creating electricity had been hacked into and stopped. To help Ike and -30°F vacant buildings in Minnesota winters. Installation options will be considered includ- prevent these cyber intrusions, learn how these attacks occur, what the attack code looks like, ing mounting cameras to poles stuck into concrete-filled buckets that can moved as needed. why you have to inspect all 7OSI layers, what a blended threat is and why speed matters. Keith Jentoft , President • RSI Video Technologies Jim Libersky, VP of Sales/Marketing • The Barrier Group 4:30pm - Break-Out sessions 1:45pm Break-out Sessions Wireless IP Implementation Strategies Telecom Company Uses Monitoring Tool for Customers Services’s IP-based wireless systems provide a multi-protocol platform for monitoring, control and data Quality Assurance acquisition. However, there are frequency, bandwidth and propagation challenges with IP wireless Telecom Italia has implemented a monitoring tool to calculate the key performance indicator of that differ significantly from analog systems. Using real world implementation examples, this ses- availability/unavailability of the network management systems as a percentage of time that the sion will delve into the design and deployment characteristics of an IP-based wireless network. systems are available/unavailable to support the internal processes of production of services, The presenter is an integrator/contractor, and as such his perspective is that of someone who compared to the total period under observation. Through this tool is it possible to verify the has hands-on field experience with multiple wireless platforms over the past fifteen years. respect of the service level agreement for the Telecom Italia customers and the quality of the Gene Crusie, CEO • MapleNet Wireless service offered to Telecom Italia from its suppliers. Learn how this provider used remote monitoring technologies to leverage this project. 5:15pm Cocktail Reception Fabio Pizzuti • Telecom Italia Spa October 30th - Day 2 Reliable Wireless Sensor Network Performance for Substation 7:30 am Registration and Continental Breakfast Monitoring Applications Wireless sensor networks operating in challenging outdoor environments face radio frequency 8:00am Keynote Presentation (RF) propagation challenges that lead to issues in signal strength and interference that are diffi- Cyber Security For The Smart Grid: From FUD To Fact! cult to predict during the initial design and provisioning. Multi-path effects in particular pose problems. Real world data from these environments demonstrates just how significant this can This presentation will take a holistic look at the cyber security challenges of emerging industrial be, and is illustrative of the importance of accommodating the time-varying effects to ensure reli- wireless and smart grid technologies from a real-world perspective. Learn what utilities see as some able network functionality in the face of this adversity. This session will focus on how to enable of the actual challenges with smart meter and AMI deployments, and what steps are being taken reliable, low-power WSN products in harsh industrial environments. Products, such as those from today to reduce overall risk exposure to the bottom line. Discover the differences and similarities GE, will be used to provide real world examples of success for these applications. between the security challenges of emerging Smart Grid technologies and traditional IT and SCADA Steve Toteda, Vice President of Marketing • Dust Networks, Inc. security challenges. A review current best practices for ensuring Smart Grid security when viewed from an organization, people, process and technology perspective will be provided. Lastly the ses- A Practical Approach to Securing your Remote Site sion will end with recommendations from the field on what end-users can do today to ensure the This session will cover a number of practical measures in terms of both physical and cyber securi- safe, secure and reliable integration of industrial wireless and Smart Grid technology. ty related to SCADA systems and the processes they monitor and automate. These measures deal Tyler Williams, President • Wurldtech Security Technologies Ward Pyles, Security Analyst • Southern Company with the reality of budgeting in today's economy and regulatory environment. They also can be taken in light of emerging industry requirements so your system will comply once they're in effect. 9:10am Featured Presentation Kevin Finnan, Vice President of Marketing • CSE-Semaphore Case Study: Managing Data in the Utility Environment - Speaker TBA

2:30pm Break-out Sessions 10:00am Networking Break Case Study: The International Monitoring System of CTBTO The Preparatory Commission of the Nuclear-Test-Ban treaty Organization operates an 10:30am Break-Out Sessions Begin International Monitoring System (IMS) as part of the global verification regime to provide global The Role of Telecom and Wireless in Advanced Metering Initiatives monitoring for the detection of nuclear explosions. Learn about how the commission is deploying a wide variety of different technologies in the field from digital signal processing through remote Capabilities such as AMR, AMI and Smart Metering present a transformation in the nature of how power, intra-station communication and computing technologies. While the Commission is well utility companies do business. The global push for these capabilities is deploying and enabling supported, there is a need to involve remote monitoring and networking expertise from other complex networks globally. Accenture’s view of these smart networks is that they have the “look and feel” of telecom-grade networks. They will require the same five nine’s availability and the regional or worldwide monitoring systems and from solution suppliers to these systems. same level of customer service that telecom providers are expected to offer. In order to enable Emil Farkas, Systems Engineer • Comprehensive Nuclear Test-Ban Treaty Organization (CTBTO) all these functionalities, networks will be built consisting of many different and often complemen- Cellular Companies Discontinuing Circuit Switched Data: Where tary technologies. This presentation focuses on some of the inherent communications challenges Does That Leave Traditional Communications? that exist when architecting a network of this type. Vaibhav Parmar, Senior Manager of Network Technologies • Accenture In the drive to modernize the communications services used by utilities, cellular data communications has begun playing a pivotal roll. However in the push forward solutions that depend upon Satellite-Terrestrial Networks: Next-Generation of Wireless particular transport have left many traditional communication methods such as FAX high and dry. In recent time there was the discontinuation of Analog Mobile Phone Service. The next step will Communication be the dropping of circuit switched data from the cellular networks. In the world of POTS this Professionals working in remote areas understand how frustrating being out of touch can be, means most solutions for Group Three FAX will go away. Conventional elements such as POTS especially when they are deployed for a significant period of time. SkyTerra Communications will and FAX still have a life in this modern world, but how do you deliver them in an IP world? discuss the integration of satellite communications into cell phones and how a next-generation Tom Kittle, Director Business Development • NSGDatacom integrated satellite-terrestrial network will ensure professionals working in remote areas are able to stay in touch, even if they are in an area that typically does not receive coverage. Securing Remote Site Access: A Defense-in-Depth Approach Dr. Ashok T. Rao, Ph.D., Director, Product and Technology Strategy • SkyTerra Learn the importance of developing a cyber risk protection strategy for securing remote access environments. Specific tips on how to employ a risk security technology strategy, which uses tech- Solar Electric Systems - Power Reliability for 24/7 Operation nology specifically designed to address the challenges of securing virtual private networks used in When designing a solar electric system for an application requiring off grid power, it is important to major plants in power, oil & gas, water, chemical and transportation industries, will be provided. understand the capabilities and limitations of the power equipment to allow the most robust and Todd Nicholson, Chief Marketing Officer • Industrial Defender, Inc. economical design possible. Power systems typically fail for three reasons: failure to understand the load, improper design and improper installation. Learn about these three critical areas in detail 3:15pm Networking Break including correct sizing of the load to be powered, common mistakes when specifying a load, cor- rectly designing a solar electric system and installation considerations for successful 24/7 operation. 3:45pm Break-Out Sessions Resume John F. DeBoever, Director of Industrial Power Systems • SunWize Technologies

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11:15am Break-Out Sessions Green Battery Power Monitoring Overpressure Protection with Enhanced Plant Efficiency from In today’s world DC power lants have become more reliable, more efficient, feature advanced Data Driven Device Management communications, have higher power density and are inherently smarter. With the levels of back up Rupture disk devices protect industrial process systems from overpressure. Activation relieves time increasing the security levels elevated, what requirements should you be looking for on the pressure and prevents failure. Process plants, historically, have not had access to data showing battery side of operations? The health of each cell is the most important information you can get precise operating conditions prior to and during an overpressure event. Recent technology from each string. It all boils down to, if you generate the energy to charge your batteries from advances in wireless communications, rapid data-logging hardware and software packages have one-month to many years and your system fails your backup requirements it’s wasted energy. To made it possible to monitor these processes. This presentation covers the management of help prevent this, learn about today’s latest battery monitoring technology and industry trends. Rupture Disk pressure relief devices by instrumentation and software combined. Insight is pro- David Barnes, Dir of IPS Sales • C&D Technologies vided on how industrial process plants use available technology for remote monitoring of critical 1:45pm Break-Out Sessions process systems such as control valve positioning, fluid level, process pressure & temperature, How M2M Communications Drives Green Results Through Efficiency piping system flow rate, equipment health monitoring and emergency safety device status. The ability to remotely collect data through sensor networks is enabling organizations to both Geof Brazier, Director of Product Development • BS&B Safety Systems monitor energy usage and generate additional revenues. This presentation will discuss how to better understand M2M ‘green’ technology, as well as identifying and responding to events where Frequency Hopping, Wi-Fi, Cellular, WiMax – Which Technology out-of-control conditions could be dangerous to people, property and profits in real-time. Hear Should I Use for my SCADA project? real-world examples of companies that have become more energy efficient and/or environmen- There are more wireless technology options for use in SCADA than ever, making it increasingly tally conscious with M2M applications. difficult to select the best one. Proprietary or standards based wireless? Should you own the net- Alex Brisbourne, President & COO • KORE Telematics work or leverage cellular infrastructure? How do upfront capital expenditures compare with annual operating costs? Which wireless technology is most secure? What are the considerations when Low Power WiFi Sensor Networks – Leveraging 802.11 Standards combining wireless technologies such as Wireless HART with longer-range wireless networks? Ultra low power 802.11 technology is a new player in the world of battery powered, wireless sen- This session will compare wireless technology fit and costs with distance/terrain, required data sors. Recent advancements in silicon chip fabrication have given birth to WiFi sensors that can run rates, protocol connectivity and more. for years on a single AA cell. This technology leverages existing infrastructures and eliminates the Kevin Zamzow, Strategic Product Manager – Wireless Products • ProSoft Technology, Inc. multiple device types and complexity that is associated with current mesh sensor technologies. The sensors are designed to work with off-the-shelf 802.11 access points for easy installation. Solid Oxide Fuel Cell System for Remote Primary and Back-Up Power This capability eliminates the need for repeaters, controllers and coordinators typically needed for Learn about the advancements made to intelligent power generation and management systems most wireless deployments. The 802.11 integration strategy reduces costs associated with the for the delivery of primary and back-up power in remote sensor networks. The speaker will pres- usual overlay strategy of installing another wireless network where one already exists. ent a case study using solid oxide fuel cell technology in conjunction with renewable energy sys- Dan Piroli, Senior Vice President • Point Six Wireless tems to deliver consistent power for extended durations. Jon Rice, Director of Field Operations • Adaptive Materials, Inc. Backup Power Fuel Cell Solutions: Remote Telecommunications and Utility Applications 12:00pm Luncheon Fuel cell systems, which operate on hydrogen or liquid fuel (methanol/water mix), provide backup power solutions where on-site backup power is required. IdaTech will present on liquid fuel 1:00pm Break-Out Sessions Resume reforming technology and producing hydrogen on-site and on demand when more than 8 hours Intelligent Wireless Remote Control and Monitoring in 3 Steps of extended backup power is required. Learn how to achieve intelligent wireless remote control and monitoring in three easy steps. This Rich Romer, VP Sales & Marketing • IdaTech presentation will discuss the three requirements to set up wireless monitoring system using renewable energy, tank monitoring and energy monitoring examples. Attendees will be provided 2:30pm Break Out Sessions with a working demonstration of an anemometer, wireless tank and energy monitoring examples. Monitoring for Best-in-Class Date Center Performance During this demonstration the speaker will show how to monitor, control and track assets from This case study-type presentation will focus on Emerson’s new 35,000 square data center and any web based PC. the monitoring and control systems that will enhance performance and help to reduce energy Rod Montrose, President/CEO • AVIDwireless consumption. Comprehensive systems in place to monitor inbound power, generator switchgear, ups, high density cooling, power distribution by row and at the rack level will be discussed. Using Low Power WiFi in Battery Powered or Energy Harvesting Attendees will gain an understanding of monitoring strategies to manage and predict change, Sensor & Control Applications assist with appropriate action to any out of the ordinary event and optimize power and cooling Up until recently Wi-Fi was not considered viable for wireless sensor networks due to its relatively across the enterprise. high power consumption. However, the advent of low-power Wi-Fi has opened the floodgates of Greg Ratcliff, Marketing Manager • Liebert Monitoring Business of Emerson Network Power new opportunities for sensor and control applications. Wi-Fi is a mature technology that is easy to use and deploy and is already familiar to IT departments. It is IP-based and bears a large applica- 3:15pm Conference Concludes tion and knowledge base with components available off-the shelf. Most importantly, Wi-Fi sensor networks can leverage the very large installed base of Wi-Fi access points and devices. 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Industrial Ethernet Rides Out the including wireless, cellular modems designed to provide devices that claim HART compliance. Devices that suc- simple and reliable communication and to enable M2M cessfully pass the registration requirements are allowed Economic Storm intelligent wireless data solutions, as well as a portfolio to carry the “HART Registered” mark. Although more than 5 million new Ethernet nodes of industrial Ethernet switches that connect to any were installed in industrial automation networks in 2008 Ethernet device and provide the reliability and other crit- Belden and Byres Security Join the number will fall to less than 4.7 million in 2009, ical features. according to a recently published report from IMS "This is an important announcement for Tessco as we Forces to Develop Industrial Research. Sixteen major product groups were analyzed to broaden and enhance our M2M and industrial automation Network Security Products assess their Ethernet networking connectivity and use. offering. We expect our relationship with Sixnet to fur- Belden and Byres Security, Inc. (BSI) have signed a Forecasts of industrial production by sector were used to ther strengthen our position in the energy and transporta- technology cooperation agreement to jointly launch new give a realistic projection of Ethernet use in industrial tion markets," said Jerry Garland, senior vice president of products in the area of industrial network security. automation to 2013. solutions development and product management, Tessco. Utilizing BSI’s expertise in providing practical solutions “Although the worldwide downturn in industrial activ- "The addition of these products to our product portfolio to protect industry from network and cyber threats, and ity will reduce the number of new nodes being installed will help us continue to solidify our position as a vital Belden’s position in the Automation market, with the in 2009, the percentage decline is less than for industrial link to a wireless world and a total source provider of the Hirschmann range of products, the two companies look automation as a whole, indicating that Ethernet is contin- solutions and services that make wireless work." forward to delivering complete industrial security solu- uing to gain favor with users,” said John Morse, author of tions for customers. the report. “Despite the short term decline, the report pre- “Belden provides effective signal transmission solu- dicts that industrial Ethernet networking installations will HART Communication Foundation tions that include network devices designed for safety- grow by more than 10 percent a year from 2011. Releases Key WirelessHART Device critical applications for SCADA and industrial automa- The report estimates that over half the Ethernet nodes Registration Document tion,” said Mark Cooksley, product manager for Network deployed in most industrial automation applications are of The HART Communication Foundation has released Security, Belden. “We are pleased to partner with BSI. the standard Ethernet TCP/IP variety. However, new the WirelessHART device registration procedure docu- Their expertise in the area of industrial security and their installations of dedicated industrial variants are projected ment that outlines the testing and registration require- proven ability to deliver pragmatic solutions will add to grow by 40 percent from 2008 to 2013. Different ments for WirelessHART devices. The procedure is an value to our Hirschmann range of automation and net- regions have different dominant suppliers, so there is con- integral part of the HART device registration program. working systems.” siderable regional difference in which variant is chosen. The program is designed to ensure device interoperabili- “Industry has become very reliant on the quality and The report also analyzes industrial Ethernet infrastruc- ty of both wired and wireless HART-enabled devices. consistency of its data streams, particularly for SCADA ture components. The estimated value of the world mar- “The release of the registration procedure is the and automation,” said Eric Byres, chief technology offi- ket was $720 million in 2008, but is projected to fall to crowning achievement in our progress toward delivering cer. “Systems and solutions need to be rugged, and it is around $650 in 2009. fully interoperable wireless products based on the HART for this reason that we are delighted to be working with “This is a fast changing market,” said Morse. “Despite standard,” said Ed Ladd, HART Communication Belden to deliver simple and dependable security solu- the worldwide industrial slowdown, the next five years Foundation director of Technology Programs. “The tions for the Hirschmann range of products.” will see dramatic changes in the way Ethernet is used in requirements it sets forth assure the interoperability of industrial automation.” wireless devices in a multi-vendor environment and the Washington State Public Utility conformance of those devices to the requirements of the Sixnet and Tessco Technologies HART Communication Protocol Specification.” Selects TWACS Power-Line Announce Distribution Alliance Manufacturers are required to fully test their devices Communications Technology using the tools available and the procedure outlined by Sixnet, LLC has announced its products and solutions The Okanogan County Public Utility District (PUD), the Foundation prior to submitting their devices for are now available through Tessco Technologies, Inc. dis- which has served the largest county in Washington State Foundation registration. The Foundation independently tribution channels. TESSCO is a value-added provider of for more than 60 years, recently began a two-year validates that the device and data submitted meets the the product and supply chain solutions needed to design, advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) project to Protocol requirements. build, run, maintain and use wireless systems. deploy the Aclara Two-Way Automatic Communications Testing and registration of a device ensures the quali- TESSCO's customers can take advantage of solutions System (TWACS). The PUD will use the system to col- ty of the HART device and the interoperability of all for industrial remote monitoring and control systems lect interval data from 22,000 electric meters, perform outage management and do engineering analysis. “We focused on finding a solution that was mature and that had the bugs worked out of it,” said Doug Adams, manager of operations for Okanogan County PUD. “We were also con- strained by our terrain, which consists of a series of peaks and valleys, to power-line technology. The TWACS technology worked flawlessly for us in a pilot project done with the help of Okanogan Electric Cooperative, a neighboring utility.” Okanogan County PUD shares a substation with Okanogan Electric Cooperative, a TWACS technology customer that serves about 3,000 customers. The cooperative’s positive experience with TWACS technology was also a factor in the PUD’s decision. The primary reason the PUD moved to AMI was to move from bi-monthly to monthly billing, which will improve the utilities cash flow and prevent the large two-month winter bills for customers as well as eliminate estimated reads. TWACS technology will read meters remotely by communicating over power lines and the fiber- optic network that was developed by the PUD to provide high-speed telecommunications to its customers. In addition to providing regular meter reading, the system will offer immediate access to information about loads, voltages, meter tamper- ing and outages. Okanogan is using TWACS PROasys software

20 Remote Site & Equipment Management October/November 2009 www.RemoteMagazine.com INDUSTRY NEWS Market Information to pinpoint the extent of outages. The software works by Demand for Industrial Controls that have been idled due to lackluster sales are scheduled signaling meters to determine which ones are working. to re-start production in the coming weeks. At the same The utility also will use iVUE software from the National Weakened Further During Second time, new orders for durable goods (excluding aircraft and Information Solutions Cooperative to help map the loca- Quarter of 2009 defense equipment) have trended higher in recent months. tion of outages as well as to dispatch repair crews. Shipments of industrial control equipment contracted Nonetheless, even once the recovery in manufacturing Utilizing TWACS’ interval-data collection capability, yet again during the second quarter of 2009, as NEMA’s activity takes hold, it will likely evolve slowly. each customer meter will be checked periodically for out- Primary Industrial Controls Index fell 6.5 percent versus Businesses are holding large-scale capital spending outages, which allows the utility to immediately identify meters the first three months of this year. Although this repre- lays constant at best as they try to restore profitability, that have stopped working, rather than waiting to find them sents a much slower rate of decline than the first quarter’s thereby keeping a lid on new equipment purchases. when the meter is physically read. In addition, the system 23 percent drop, shipments have declined nearly 40 per- Replacement demand for industrial controls and other will provide customer service representatives with informa- cent from their cyclical peak and are at their lowest level similar types of equipment will be weak even once pro- tion that will allow them to better handle customer inquiries. in 18 years. On a year-over-year basis, the index posted duction activity resumes since a record share of operable TWACS technology also will make it easier for the utility to its second consecutive record drop as it shed 35.4 percent capacity is not in use at this time. switch accounts from one person to another. versus the second quarter of 2008. The Primary Industrial Controls and Adjustable Speed Drives Index, a broader Adaptive Instruments Corp. Makes Lockheed Martin and Black & measure of demand for industrial controls, registered a 4.9 percent decline compared to the first three months of Strategic Changes Veatch Team up to Help Utilities 2009, while shrinking more than one third versus the Adaptive Instruments Corp. (AIC) has launched a Upgrade Energy Grid same period a year ago. strategic initiative to better support the emerging global Lockheed Martin and Black & Veatch have teamed to The rate of economic decline slowed considerably wireless marketplace. As a result of these changes help utility clients improve the reliability, efficiency and during the second quarter, as it appears the worst of the Adaptive Instruments Corp. has signed deals with two interoperability of the electric power grid and protect it financial crisis is now in the rear-view mirror. Indeed, channels to market; Adaptive Wireless Solutions as a against cyber attacks. Together, the companies offer a real GDP declined 1 percent on an annualized basis dur- dedicated supplier of engineered traditional and wireless suite of integrated technology and communication solu- ing the second quarter of 2009, an improvement over the solutions, and Control Microsystems as the company tions to help utilities shape projects and request grants roughly 6 percent average decline in the previous two responsible for the Accutech wireless instruments busi- being offered by the US Department of Energy (DOE) quarters. However, with positive contributions coming ness worldwide. Smart Grid Investment Grant Program. only from net trade and government spending, aggregate Adaptive Wireless Solutions (AWS) is licensed to use The Smart Grid Investment Grant Program is part of economic activity can be called anything but robust. Accutech enabled technology for OEM customers requir- the DOE’s Electricity Delivery and Energy Reliability Given the weak level of final demand, many companies ing engineered solutions going beyond the scope of the Recovery Plan, which has been allocated $4.5 billion to have little appetite for risk and have pulled back on cap- core Accutech product line. AWS has also bought the pro- support the modernization of the electric grid. The com- ital spending for machinery and equipment such as indus- duction facilities and rights to the AIC traditional product panies have supported several first-round applications, trial controls, instead opting to cut costs and save rev- lines. Control Microsystems will assume responsibility and are well-positioned to continue assisting other DOE enues to restore profitability and rebuild damaged bal- for all development, manufacturing and sales of the core funding applications. ance sheets. Accutech wireless products through a dedicated division “Our nation’s power grid is at a crossroads—to sup- Manufacturers have struggled mightily during the eco- of the company. The fabrication of Accutech instruments port a clean energy future, the grid must smartly and nomic downturn, as total industrial output has plummeted at Control Microsystems has already commenced. securely manage and distribute a new mix of traditional more than 17 percent since the recession began at the “We are prepared to lead a new era of wireless solu- and alternative energies to users,” said Tom Grumbly, close of calendar year 2007. In fact, this represents the tions while we build on the expertise of our team in tra- vice president, Lockheed Martin Energy & sector’s worst stretch since the Great Depression. With ditional instrumentation”, said Bruce Thompson, CEO of Environmental Services. “With federal grants making businesses continuing to aggressively liquidate invento- Adaptive Wireless Solutions, LLC. “Through the use of Smart Grid a reality, and the opportunity to create new ries into the second quarter, manufacturers have idled Accutech enabled advanced technology we will provide jobs in the process, utilities should not delay in shaping more than one third of operable production capacity - yet our customers with high value-added engineering and projects to modernize the grid.” another record. On a positive note, manufacturing activi- business solutions.” Black & Veatch and Lockheed Martin will focus on ty may see a modest jump higher during the second half supporting DOE applicants’ Smart Grid initiatives for of the year. First, numerous auto manufacturing facilities advanced metering infrastructure, substation and distribution automation, SCADA, distribution management systems and demand response projects, especially in the areas of interoperability and cyber security. Collectively, the two companies have the unique understanding of the necessary advanced communications infrastructure, electrical technology, cyber security measures and IT solutions to design and implement an efficient, reliable and sustain- able utility operation. “Implementing Smart Grid solutions requires expertise with communications and automation technologies,” said Martin Travers, president, Black & Veatch’s Telecom Division. “Black & Veatch provides an understanding of the interdependencies of power delivery and telecommunications infrastructure to optimize the value of the Smart Grid.”

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SightLogix Selected by Saudi When SightLogix demonstrated their video analytic sur- Comit Systems and GreenPeak veillance equipment integrated with GPS target location, Aramco for King Abdullah Saudi Aramco revised the project’s design to incorporate Team up to Provide Customized University of Science and the SightLogix solution.” Wireless Mesh Networks Technology Perimeter Security Saudi Aramco revised its original plan when Comit Systems, Inc. has started a strategic cooperative SightLogix has been selected for a 15.4 KM perimeter SightLogix demonstrated a much greater detection range, relationship with GreenPeak Technologies to deliver cus- security contract for the King Abdullah University of which allowed for a sizable reduction in the number of tomized low-cost, ultra low power wireless mesh net- Science and Technology (KAUST) in Saudi Arabia. The cameras, mounting poles and infrastructure needed for work solutions utilizing GreenPeak’s technology. Comit outdoor surveillance project, which is being integrated by the project while providing an additional level of redun- Systems will deliver turnkey engineering services for Abdulla Fouad Holding Company for Sumitomo Corp. dancy. For the KAUST deployment, 74 SightLogix integration of GreenPeak’s technology, working with end under the prime contractor Saudi Aramco, was scheduled SightSensors are used to provide long-range, GPS-based users to identify the system architecture that will deliver to be fully operational by September 2009. alarms and target data for display into the Geutebruck the best results with the lowest total cost of ownership. KAUST, located in the Red Sea coastal region of video management system. This same GPS-based data is With the growing importance of ZigBee as a standard Thuwal, is the realization of King Abdullah’s vision to also used by 31 SightLogix SightTrackers to automati- for networks, this partnership allows utilities and other create an international, graduate-level research universi- cally position Pelco Esprit PTZ cameras for close-up industries to quickly and cost-effectively install wireless ty in the Saudi Kingdom. Its harsh desert climate, large visual identification of detected targets. Such automated sensor networks to improve their energy demand campus perimeter and waterside location created a tracking of objects was particularly important consider- response and consumption tracking. A contributing mem- unique outdoor security challenge for the university. ing the large outdoor area under security management. ber of the ZigBee Alliance, GreenPeak’s technology uti- “The university needed to provide 24-hour video sur- Capable of operating in harsh outdoor conditions with lizes energy harvesting to facilitate battery-free operation veillance of the perimeter with automatic intrusion detec- a temperature range of -50C to +70C (-58°F to +158°F), in a totally wireless environment, without the need for tion,” said Ousama Kabbani, Abdulla Fouad’s Industrial SightLogix systems are dry-nitrogen pressurized meeting either communications or power connectivity. Comit has Security and Safety Division’s general manager. “The NEMA-4X enclosure standards, ensuring that they oper- the systems design expertise to deliver a network solution original design called for the use of analog cameras with ate at peak efficiency regardless of climate. This was an utilizing GreenPeak’s technology that co-exists with external video analytic encoders, which has been the important consideration for the desert environment legacy networks. standard approach for intelligent video surveillance. where fine dust might otherwise play havoc with optics and electronic circuitry.

Barrier Group Continued from page 15 at only five things. (source, destination, port, protoco and state) therefore, will not So why don’t traditional security appliances and individual point solutions work? detect this attack. IDS/IDP alone look for only patterns that are known or previously • Firewalls alone do not work because all Firewalls including Stateful Firewall look been spotted. If this is a new configuration or series that is not known, IDS pattern recognition will not stop it. An anti-virus alone only looks for known patterns in email and sometimes else- where. Meanwhile web application firewalls alone look at certain fields in the data stream. It looks at the outgoing HTTP, HTML and layer 7 of the OSI request and compares them to the return. You can see why so many people were compromised. Each aspect of this blended threat played on the vulnerabilities found in all seven OSI layers. So, it is the unknown data strings or behaviors that continue to allow attacks to occur. Speed is a large consideration. Real - time inspection will become the norm. Internet users demand speed and speed allows for new and integrated applications. User expectations are that accessing information via the internet should be at the same speed as searching your hardrive on your computer. Even with the deep and inclusive inspection taking place, users demand instantaneous and flawless application execution. Now, add VOIP and IP/video. VOIP and IP/video will not tolerate latency. In the IP world, voice and video are just another set of rules to align the 1’s and 0’s. Real-time application like voice and video will have to be secured as well. Voice brings a special challenge, it is a real-time transmission. If the packets are lost or there is a delay, voice quality suffers and users will loose confidence and not accept such service. Tradional Firewalls are not only to slow but only look at 5 elements. That would be no match for a cleverly designed Blended Threats”. Many of the same “Blended Threats” are the same type or styles of attacks as in a data world. VOIP Phishing scams, Denial of Service Attacks (DDOS), Denial of Service attacks (DOS), man-in- the middle attacks, eavesdropping, identity management, viruses, SPIT (Spam over Internet Security), unwanted access (call records, stored messages, etc), deregis- tering users, point and click wire tapping, cross over (data virus cross over to voice on un segmented networks), application flood attacks, and etc. All of these attacks are just a costly. Again, all seven OSI layers will be utilized by cyber criminals to launch attacks and networks will have to be inspected. IP/video or IP/TV has several vulnerable areas to consider. First, like voice, it is a real- time transmission. A delay of any kind will cause a lack of quality and will be unacceptable. Second, cyber vandals can enter via set-top boxes, or large VOD servers that stream video, and servers that are part of your IP Security Cameras. As soon as one begins to talk about application servers you enter in to layer 7 of the OSI. Next, an attack against the IP Security cameras that surround a electric power facility, water system, could be devastating to the facility as well as the population. Like VOIP many of the same style of attacks are appearing. Operators will have to go beyond just Stateful firewalls and inspect all seven Layers of the OSI model. Cyber Criminals will continue to uncover weakness and the process to exploit both computer code and human interaction. In order to stay secure, our systems will have to inspect all seven layers of the OSI model in near real time for data, voice and video.

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