Eliminating nuisance and non-actionable alarms means better operator effectiveness.

Software reduces control system alarm volumes by more than 95% achieving EEMUA 191 recommended alarm performance levels.

Rompetrol Rafinare has reduced distributed control system (DCS) alarm volumes by more than 95% using DeltaV™ AgileOps operations management software at its Petromidia refinery in Navodari, (RO). The project improved control system alarm performance, increased operator effectiveness and brought refinery alarm rates within the Engineering Equipment and Materials Users Association (EEMUA) 191 guideline recommendations at Romania’s largest refinery.

“Modern control systems provide enormous amounts of operational information, but operators need the right context and visibility to act effectively,” explained Guido Wink, vice president of Emerson’s control systems and software business in Europe. “DeltaV AgileOps helps organisations continuously monitor and improve alarm system performance so operators can focus on the events that matter most to safe, efficient operation.”

With an annual processing capacity of approximately five million tonnes of fuel products, the Petromidia facility operates a broad range of conversion units and maintains a Nelson Complexity Index of 9.32, creating significant volumes of process data and alarms. Over time, control system alarms had evolved beyond recommended best practices, exposing operators to high alarm volumes, particularly during plant disturbances. Chattering alarms also contributed unnecessary noise, making it more difficult for operators to identify and respond to critical process events. Operators routinely experienced alarm flooding, while some alarms remained permanently active under normal operating conditions.

To address these challenges, Rominserv, Rompetrol’s engineering and maintenance services provider, collaborated with Emerson to improve alarm quality and reduce nuisance alarms across the refinery. The team implemented Emerson’s DeltaV AgileOps software to provide continuous visibility into alarm performance, including average and peak alarm rates, recurring alarm sequences and time spent outside recommended operating thresholds.

DeltaV AgileOps software captures alarm and event data directly from the DeltaV Distributed Control System which operates the plant, enabling engineering teams to identify high-frequency alarms, stale alarms and nuisance ‘bad actor’ alarms responsible for disproportionate alarm activity. Using performance dashboards and historical trending tools, refinery personnel evaluated alarm behaviour during steady-state operation, start-up conditions and process disturbances, while validating proposed changes to alarm limits, priorities and suppression strategies against actual plant data.

As a result of the project, the refinery reduced alarm generation from more than two million alarms per month during normal operation to fewer than 50,000 alarms per month. According to EEMUA 191 guidelines, operators should receive no more than one alarm every ten minutes during steady-state operation.

“Alarm management plays a critical role in maintaining safe, efficient refinery operations,” said Nilca George, process engineering director, Rompetrol Rafinare. “The continuous alarm performance monitoring and analytics provided by DeltaV AgileOps has significantly reduced operator alarm burden while improving overall operational awareness. The resulting system is more stable and better aligned with actual plant conditions, enabling operators to focus on meaningful alarms and respond more effectively to process disturbances.”

The implementation also improved long-term visibility into control system performance through automated alarm and event reporting. Existing historical alarm and event retention was extended – from approximately four to five days to nearly two months – enabling more effective analysis of recurring issues and supporting better-informed maintenance and optimisation decisions.

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Robot design wins major award.

Combines function, safety, and efficiency. 

 The BIG SEE Product Design Award 2026 has been awarded to Delta, for the Delta D-Bot series of collaborative robots. The internationally recognized BIG SEE Awards recognize outstanding creative achievements in the fields of architecture, product design, and industrial design. Originally established to promote Southeast Europe (SEE), the award has evolved into a global platform that celebrates innovation and sustainability.

Delta D-Bot Collaborative Robot by Delta Electronics

“Innovation is a core component of Delta’s corporate strategy. We consistently invest more than eight percent of our annual revenue in research and development. Design is a key aspect of this innovation strategy,” said Michael Mayer-Rosa, Senior Director of the Industrial Automation Business Group and Head of Intelligent Robot Systems (IRS) at Delta Electronics, EMEA Region. “This award validates our team’s high standards in combining industrial robotics with a practical, safe, and efficient design. We are confident that the Delta D-Bot Robots, featuring industry-leading safety, efficiency, and practicality, will meet the demanding needs of our customers across a wide spectrum of applications.”

Delta first unveiled the collaborative robots series to the public in the spring of 2024. The series comprises six highly flexible models, each featuring six axes, payloads of up to 30 kg, and reach capabilities of up to 1,800 mm. The Delta D-Bot series also supports compatibility with OPC UA, PROFINET, EtherCAT, and Modbus TCP, allowing for seamless integration into existing industrial automation environments.

Safety at the core of product design.
Collaborative robots are specifically designed to interact with humans within production environments. The innovative "Reflex Safety" technology detects contact in real time and immediately stops robot movement to help prevent accidents and protect both personnel and equipment. The integration of advanced sensing technologies and collision detection capabilities maximize safety.

Furthermore, the Delta D-Bot series complies with IP66 protection standards and supports advanced safety protocols for operation in demanding industrial environments. Its robust design reduces susceptibility to dust and contamination while also simplifying cleaning and maintenance.

Flexible automation for production and logistics.
Combined with Delta’s mobile robot platform (MAR – Mobile Autonomous Robot), the Delta D-Bot Collaborative Robot forms the hybrid mobile robotics solution "Delta Dynamic Duo”, a 2-in-1 system that automates flexible transportation and manipulation tasks such as palletizing or pick-and-place operations within manufacturing and logistics settings.

The Delta D-Bot series was developed for rapid deployment across a wide range of industrial environments and designed to support diverse applications, including complex component assembly, material handling, and heavy-duty palletizing. The collaborative robots combine high precision with efficient automation, helping manufacturers improve productivity and operational flexibility.

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Secure accreditation assured.

The American Association for Laboratory Accreditation (A2LA), an ISASecure® Accreditation Body (AB), is now offering Inspection Body (IB) and Product Certification Body (CB) accreditation for ISASecure Automation and Control System Security Assurance (ACSSA) Certification to ISA/IEC 62443-2-1, 2-2, 3-2 and 3-3. ISASecure, a wholly owned subsidiary of ISA, is a globally recognized certification program that validates conformance to the ISA/IEC 62443 series of standards for industrial automation and control systems (IACS) cybersecurity.

ISASecure’s CBs and IBs are independently accredited by ISO/IEC 17011 Accreditation Bodies (ABs) that are Multilateral Recognition Arrangement (MRA) signatories of the Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated (Global ACI) for ISO/IEC 17065, ISO/IEC 17025 and ISO/IEC 17020.

A2LA is among the largest accreditation bodies in the world and the only independent 501(c)3 non-profit internationally recognized accreditation body in the United States that offers a full range of comprehensive conformity assessment accreditation services.

Established in 1978 as a public service membership society, A2LA is dedicated to the formal recognition of competent testing and calibration laboratories, biobanking facilities, inspection bodies, product certification bodies, proficiency testing providers and reference material producers. A2LA has over 4,500 actively accredited certificates representing all 50 US states and more than 50 countries. For a current listing of A2LA’s accredited organizations, please search A2LA’s directory.

All ISASecure certification testing is conducted by accredited, independent test laboratories. A2LA has been an ISASecure AB working with members to become CBs for ISASecure’s Security Development Lifecycle (SLDA), Component Security Assurance (CSA) and System Security Assurance (SSA).

“Expanding A2LA’s services to include Inspection Body and Product Certification Body accreditation for ACSSA reflects our commitment to supporting emerging cybersecurity frameworks that protect critical infrastructure,” says Trace McInturff, vice president of accreditation services, A2LA. “As automation and control systems become increasingly interconnected, independent third-party assurance is essential. We are proud to be recognized by ISASecure and to help organizations demonstrate competence, consistency and conformance in this rapidly evolving area.”

“A2LA has a great reputation for being on the leading edge of cybersecurity. We look forward to A2LA’s newest offering to ISASecure members who are looking to be an IB or CB for ACSSA,” says Dr. Mark DeAngelo, ISASecure program manager. “It’s an important milestone for ISASecure ACSSA and for the future security of critical industrial sites.”

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Power line filters.

Deliver high-performance EMI/RFI suppression for critical power applications. 

EMIS has introduced the SMF911 and TMF911 series of Single Phase and Three Phase Common Mode Facility Power Line Filters, engineered to provide exceptional electromagnetic interference (EMI) and radio frequency interference (RFI) suppression for industrial, commercial, defence and mission-critical power installations.

Designed to ensure the reliable operation of sensitive electronic equipment, the SMF911 (Single Phase) and TMF911 (Three Phase) filter series provide high-performance noise attenuation across a broad range of AC and DC power applications. With current ratings extending from 6 A to 3000 A, the filters can be deployed in applications ranging from compact control panels through to large-scale power distribution systems.

The filters deliver insertion loss performance of up to 100 dB across a wide frequency range, effectively suppressing conducted EMI and RFI that can compromise equipment performance, signal integrity and system reliability. Standard models provide attenuation from 100 kHz to 18 GHz, while extended-range versions offer enhanced suppression from 10 kHz to 40 GHz for applications requiring the highest levels of electromagnetic protection. Developed for demanding environments, the SMF911 and TMF911 series are particularly suited to military power supply applications, where high current capability, rugged performance and stringent EMC requirements are essential. The filters are designed in accordance with recognised standards including MIL-STD-220C, MIL-PRF-15733J, UL 1283 and IEC 60939, supporting their use in critical infrastructure and defence-related systems.

Safety and system protection are integral features of the design. Built-in discharge resistors safely dissipate stored capacitor energy after power removal, reducing maintenance risks and improving operator safety. Optional integrated 40 kA (8/20 μs) surge suppression using MOV technology provides additional protection against lightning-induced surges and power switching transients, helping to improve overall system resilience.

By reducing electrical noise and transient disturbances, the SMF911 and TMF911 facility power line filters help minimise communication errors, prevent equipment malfunction, reduce downtime and extend the service life of connected electrical and electronic systems.

Applications.
The SMF911 and TMF911 series are designed for a wide variety of high-performance power environments, including:

• MRI scanner rooms – Installed at power entry points to prevent external electromagnetic interference from affecting image quality and diagnostic accuracy.
• Shielded rooms – Providing clean power while maintaining the electromagnetic integrity required for secure communications, defence and research facilities.
• Radar power supplies – Delivering stable, low-noise power to support signal accuracy, reliability and operational performance.
• EMC test chambers – Preventing external interference from affecting compliance testing while controlling internally generated emissions.
• Command and control centres – Protecting critical communication, surveillance and control systems against power-line disturbances.
• Data centres – Improving power quality for servers, networking equipment and UPS systems while enhancing infrastructure reliability.
• Combat and tracked vehicles – Suppressing conducted EMI to ensure dependable operation of communications, navigation, electronic warfare and control systems in demanding field conditions.
• MIL-grade power panels – Providing advanced EMI filtering and surge protection for defence power distribution systems requiring stringent EMC performance.
• Laboratories and test facilities – Creating low-noise electrical environments for precision measurement, calibration and research.

With their combination of high-current capability, wide-frequency suppression, surge protection options and compliance with demanding EMC standards, the SMF911 and TMF911 facility power line filters provide engineers with a robust solution for protecting sensitive electronics in the most challenging operating environments. EMIS aims to offer an end-to-end solution to meet industry’s ongoing EMI Challenges. With a robust global supply footprint across eight industry segments, EMIS is continuously investing in technology and skills to deliver its promise of efficiency with seamless customer support.

EMI Solutions has been designing and manufacturing EMI filters for more than 40 years and is a global source for efficient EMI and EMC solutions across all industries, applications and the frequency spectrum. Products available include EMI/EMC Components, Feedthrough Components, Power Quality, Military Grade Filters and Surge Protection. Customers are supported by a very experienced consulting team, a fully equipped Pre-Compliance Lab and a huge safety certified standard product offering of over 2500 part-numbers produced in their own very efficient facility.

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Director for water interest group.

SWIG (Sensors for Water Interest Group) has announced the appointment of Angus Fosten as Director. Angus is Sales Lead for the Ott, Partech and In-Situ brands in Britain and has over 35 years of experience in water measurement instrumentation.

Angus Fosten -
'Measurement technology geek.' 

“We are delighted to welcome Angus to the SWIG board,” says SWIG Chair Dr Mike Strahand. “He brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and is well known in the water sector, its supply chain and in academia. More importantly, he is passionate about bringing the benefits of measurements to processes and to environmental protection, so SWIG will be the ideal place for him to help exchange knowledge on water monitoring.”

Describing himself as a ‘measurement technology geek’ Angus is fascinated by the latest developments in sensors that improve accuracy, stability, sensitivity, repeatability, ease of use and connectivity, while lowering costs, reducing maintenance requirements and extending calibration intervals. However, he says: “Everybody knows that you can’t manage what you don’t measure, but that does not mean measurement for measurement’s sake. It is vitally important that we monitor parameters that provide useful insights for actions, and that is why SWIG plays such an important role; bringing together stakeholders from all corners of the water sector.”

Mike Strahand agrees: “Sensors play an essential role in process control, checking compliance with performance targets and regulations, and providing insights for process optimisation and environmental protection.”

The cost of measurement instrumentation is generally negligible in comparison with most project costs. However, as Angus explains: “AMP8 includes over £104 billion of planned expenditure on water industry assets, and AMP9 is likely to be even higher. Sensors will therefore perform a critical role in maximising the value of this investment, and I hope that the water industry and other stakeholders will engage proactively with SWIG to share their knowledge, experience and best-practice.”

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EMF sets a new standard.

The IFC 400, a new signal converter for electromagnetic flowmeters (EMF) has been introduced by Krohne. This instrument is a 4-wire signal converter for use with the proven sensors of the OPTIFLUX and WATERFLUX families. Typical areas of application include the chemical and petrochemical industries, water and wastewater applications, the food and beverage industry, and the mining and energy sectors.

The new signal converter is specifically aimed at demanding processes requiring highest measurement accuracy, advanced process and device diagnostics, and wireless device verification. In addition to enhanced self- and process diagnostics provided by the integrated OPTICHECK technology, it offers a NAMUR NE 107 status indication and a wide range of communication options.

Parametrisation, monitoring and verification of the field device can be carried out via Bluetooth. Using the OPTICHECK Mobile App or a DTM, for example, Level 0 or Level 1 verification can be performed during operation. A detailed verification report is generated automatically.

A particular highlight is the integrated Multi-Phase Operation (MPO) technology. In many applications, process conditions do not meet the ideal requirements for electromagnetic flow measurement. Gas entrainment, solids content or electromagnetic disturbances often lead to signal instability or even measurement failure.

This is where the IFC 400’s MPO technology steps in: intelligent signal processing algorithms stabilise the measurement process and enable continuous measurement with stable, repeatable readings, even under the challenging process conditions described.

The IFC 400 is SIL2/3-certified for use in safety instrumented systems and is available in both compact and remote versions. Thanks to the integrated Automated Partial Proof Testing functionality, the device can be partially tested by the safety system in SIL mode up to a test coverage of 75%, significantly contributing to extended proof test intervals.

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• Krohne products are marketed in Ireland through DWN Instrumentation.

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Fluid conveyance on a global scale.

Danfoss has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Alfagomma, a global manufacturer of hoses and fittings headquartered in Vimercate (I). Alfagomma will become part of the Fluid Conveyance division, a core business within the Danfoss Power Solutions segment, creating a leading global player in fluid conveyance that strengthens the ability to serve customers globally.

LtoR: Domenico Traverso, President, Fluid Conveyance Division, Danfoss Power Solutions; Professor Andrea Angelo Aurelio Amaduzzi, Professor Enrico Cotta Ramusino and Dr. Claudio Roberto Calabi, Board of Receivers; Kim Fausing, President and CEO, Danfoss Group; Daniel Winter, President, Danfoss Power Solutions; Jesper V. Christensen; Executive Vice President and CFO, Danfoss Group. 

“The acquisition of Alfagomma is a significant milestone for Danfoss and an important strategic step in executing our long-term strategy. By bringing together these two businesses, we form a leading global player in fluid conveyance, giving us complementary capabilities, greater scale, and the global presence needed to better serve all our customers and accelerate future growth. We are excited to welcome talented colleagues from a company we have long admired for its dedicated and competent people, strong customer partnerships, and industry-leading expertise and service,” said Kim Fausing, President and CEO of Danfoss.

Founded in 1956, Alfagomma is a privately owned global manufacturer and distributor of hoses and fittings under the brand names ALFAGOMMA, Dunlop Hiflex, and Argus. The company’s products are used in mobile hydraulics, industrial applications including mining and oil & gas, marine, shipbuilding, and other industries.

Alfagomma has a strong global presence with 28 production and assembly sites, about 4,500 employees, and sales of approximately €600 million.

“Alfagomma is an excellent strategic fit for Danfoss Power Solutions. Our businesses are a perfect match, with limited overlap and significant opportunities to create value for customers around the world. By combining our technologies, manufacturing footprint, and global market presence, we will strengthen partnerships and expand our ability to support customers wherever they operate across mobile and industrial hydraulics and other industrial applications. Alfagomma comes with a great reputation and will add expertise in industrial applications such as oil & gas and mining where they truly excel. Most importantly, we are bringing together two teams with strong customer focus that share a strong passion for solving complex application challenges. We are happy to welcome the Alfagomma team to Danfoss Power Solutions,” said Daniel Winter, President, Danfoss Power Solutions.

“Alfagomma is one of the most respected names in our industry. By bringing together two businesses with complementary strengths, we are creating a leading global player in the hose and fittings industry with exceptional manufacturing, distribution, and strong application know-how. This combination strengthens our ability to support customers globally and creates a strong platform for sustainable, long-term growth,” said Domenico Traverso, President, Fluid Conveyance, Danfoss Power Solutions.

The Board of Receivers of Alfagomma said in a statement:
"This transaction represents the successful outcome of a structured process aimed at preserving business continuity and securing long-term value for Alfagomma and its stakeholders. In Danfoss, we have found the right, important industrial partner: a family-owned, leading global company that shares its values and long-term vision, with a clear commitment to strengthen the operations, support the industrial base, and ensure stability, growth, and continued investment in the people, capabilities, and operations of Alfagomma. We consider that this is the best possible outcome for the company, its employees, customers, and suppliers, and for the industrial communities in which Alfagomma operates. In our role of receivers appointed at the end of May 2025, we believe that we have fulfilled our mandate, including from a timing perspective, aimed at providing Alfagomma with a future of continuity and growth."

The acquisition is subject to necessary approvals. It is expected to be fully completed by Q4 2026. Until closing, both companies will continue to operate independently, with a strong focus on business continuity, stability, and delivering the high level of service customers expect.

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