Explosion proof infrared gas detector.

Teledyne Gas and Flame Detection is introducing a new infrared (IR) sensor for its class-leading OLCT 100 XPIR (explosion-proof IR) fixed gas detector that will bring the advantages of stable and reliable methane detection measurements to the industrial, utility and laboratory markets.

Methane poses many threats. Not only does it form potentially explosive mixtures with air, but it can also prove harmful to both humans and the environment. For these reasons, many sectors are keen to step up their methane detection capabilities. Increasing demand from the industrial, utility and laboratory markets stems from the need for enhanced measurement stability, aligning with the trend of lower alarm thresholds.

The economic advantage of investing in IR technology becomes apparent when considering factors such as total cost of ownership (TCO), especially in environments when gases such as methane are present. In such applications, IR technology outperforms catalytic oxidation, a process that typically requires recurring sensor replacements and frequent calibration.

To meet market demand fora more robust and cost-effective solution, Teledyne GFD is releasing a new IR sensor dedicated to methane detection. Designed for the company’s highly popular OLCT 100 XPIR fixed gas detector, the IR sensor ensures measurement stability and is impervious to catalytic poisons. Moreover, the solution offers a long lifespan, even with the presence of background gas, to deliver 100% LEL methane detection.

To explain the principle of operation, IR methane sensors deploy two wavelengths of IR energy: one active wavelength for gas absorption and one providing a reference wavelength to compensate for the impact of temperature and humidity. As IR sensors do not require oxygen to operate, these sensors are also suitable for use in 0-100% by volume methane gas environments.

The ATEX-approved OLCT 100 XPIR, a proven performer in the detection of refrigerant, CO2 and combustible gases, comes with 4-20mA output ensuring safe and reliable operation.

“Our new OLCT 100 XPIR with IR methane sensor ensures the protection of workers, assets and the environment from the potentially damaging and harmful effects of methane,” explains Régis Prévost, Product Line Manager at Teledyne Gas and Flame Detection. “Our expert design and development team is constantly looking at ways to meet the demands of customers, helping them overcome real market challenges. With this new product they now have access to a stable, reliable and cost-effective way of performing methane detection measurements.”

As a final point of note, the same IR sensor technology is available with Teledyne Gas and Flame Detection’s 700 series of fixed gas detectors. These advanced instruments display sensor status information on a built-in alphanumeric LED screen.

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Lower prices for IR Thermometers!

Following the successful 2013 launch of its innovative Fluke VT02 and VT04 Visual Infrared (IR) Thermometers, Fluke is making this product range affordable to a wider group of end-users and applications by offering significant price reductions on the recommended sales price of both units.

Impressed by the compactness, the analytical and reporting software, and features such as High and Low temperature markers and the blended thermal and digital imagery, customers have purchased the tools to fill the gap for when a single-spot temperature reading is not enough and a high-resolution thermal image is more than is needed. The one compact and intuitive tool combines the visual insight of a thermal imager, the visual images of a digital camera, and the point-and-shoot convenience of an IR thermometer, all with focus-free simplicity. Electrical, HVAC and Preventive Maintenance Kits containing the VT04 are also subject to significant price reductions.

Conducting inspections for electrical, industrial, HVAC/R and automotive applications is far faster with the Fluke VT02 than an infrared thermometer, which requires multiple readings and manually recorded results. The VT02 instantly detects problems using blended thermal and digital imagery. It will display and save images as full visual, full infrared, or in three blended modes (25%, 50%, and 75%). Markers pinpoint hot and cold spots indicating the hottest temperature with a red box and the coldest with a blue box. A temperature reading is provided at the centre point.

Compared to the VT02, the Fluke VT04 offers a wider 28°x28° field of view for improved scanning and up-close evaluation and four times sharper images. It also features a Hi/Lo temperature alarm which enables hot spots to be found in seconds, and time-lapse functionality which automatically monitors equipment over time or automatically captures images after an alarm has been triggered.
Images are saved to a micro-SD card, eliminating the need to write down single or multiple measurements: analysis and reporting software is included. Images can be imported into SmartView® analysis and reporting software, included with the VT04 and VT02, to produce professional reports that document problems detected, or repairs made, for management and customer review.

Infrared cameras deliver in-focus images!

Advanced wireless connectivity and the new SmartView® Mobile app maximises productivity in the field

Fluke has introduced the Fluke® Ti200, Ti300 and Ti400 infrared cameras with advanced connectivity and accuracy to maximise technicians’ productivity in the field. The new infrared cameras feature LaserSharp™ Auto Focus, using a laser to pinpoint exactly where the camera should focus for precisely focused images every time.  (see also VIDEO).

The rugged Fluke Ti200, Ti300 and Ti400 will soon be able to connect to the Fluke CNX™ Wireless system, allowing them to be used as a main unit to view live measurements from up to five wireless modules (e.g. AC current or voltage modules) on its screen, and integrate the data into the infrared image. This functionality will be provided by a firmware update. 

The infrared cameras feature wireless connectivity to easily transfer images from the cameras directly to PCs, an Apple® iPad® or iPhone® which can then be imported into Fluke SmartView® software, a professional suite of analysis and reporting tools for optimising and analysing infrared images and producing professional reports. 

New SmartView® Mobile app

The cameras integrate wirelessly with the new Fluke SmartView Mobile app for iPhone and iPad. Like the desktop version, the SmartView Mobile app allows users to transfer images wirelessly for additional image optimisation and analysis and to create professional reports, but now they can share information without returning to the office to create and send reports to clients or management. With the SmartView Mobile app, users can get approval for additional work needed or next steps immediately, increasing efficiency and profitability. And unlike many other apps, SmartView Mobile is optimised for both the iPhone and iPad, maximising the productivity no matter which device is used.

Other advanced features

Only Fluke infrared cameras feature patented IR-Fusion® technology, which merges the infrared and visual images into a single view to better discover, diagnose, and communicate problems. With IR-Fusion technology, images can be viewed from full infrared to blended views to a full visible image, to precisely document problem areas.

The infrared cameras are Bluetooth-ready and include wireless connectivity to PCs, GPS positioning and recording, streaming video, a ruggedised capacitive touch screen for quick menu navigation, IR-PhotoNotes™ Photo Annotation System, field-changeable rechargeable smart batteries with charge level indicators, and high temperature measurements up 1200°C (Ti400 model only).

Availability

The Fluke Ti200, Ti300, and Ti400 infrared cameras are available now. Some features mentioned may be available at a later time as free upgrades: users will be notified via SmartView software when available. 

Thermal images of industrial processes!

The recent introduction of the infrared linescanner system ScanIR3, from Raytek, complements the product portfolio of the Ircon pyrometer brand. This new series was specially developed to create real-time thermal images in a wide variety of applications, for instance in the glass, metals, semiconductor, and plastics industry. The linescanners are suitable for temperature monitoring of continuous processes as well as discrete manufacturing in production lines. The series comprises eight models for various spectral ranges and wide temperature ranges. Featuring built-in laser sighting, water-cooling, and an air purge housing, the rugged units withstand even the most demanding conditions.

A protective enclosure enables operation at very high ambient temperatures. With a maximum optical resolution of 200:1, a scan speed of up to 150 lines per second, and up to 1.024 measurement points per line, the new Ircon linescanners are among the most precise and fastest systems in the market. Even minimal temperature non-uniformities and hot spots are detected and displayed in real time. The ScanIR3 contains a calibrated infrared sensor that scans measurement points along a straight line by means of a motorized mirror with a 90° field of view. Thereby, a two-dimensional thermal image is generated in moving processes.

The scanner is available with a rugged processor box which is connected through a single cable with a robust one-click connector. The box features Ethernet or fiber optic interfaces (optional) as well as various analog and digital I/O options. This enables stand-alone operation without the need for an external computer and, therefore, eliminates the risk of a Windows operating system crash. Temperature data are displayed in real time and can be made available in a network via an OPC or DDE server. The accompanying ScanView Pro software provides comprehensive parameter and analysis functions. The ScanIR3 system also contains a complete range of accessories.

High-end Visual IR thermometer

Fluke has introduced the high-end Fluke® VT04 Visual Infrared Thermometer, a troubleshooting tool with an infrared heat map which offers higher resolution as well as temperature alarms and time-lapse features. Fluke Visual IR Thermometers fill the gap for when a single-spot temperature reading is not enough and a high-resolution thermal image is more than users need: the one tool combines the visual insight of a thermal imager, the visual images of a digital camera, and the point-and-shoot convenience of an IR thermometer.

Compared to the VT02, the Fluke VT04 offers a wider 28°x28° field of view for improved scanning and up-close evaluation and four times sharper images. It also features a Hi/Lo temperature alarm which enables hot spots to be found in seconds, and time-lapse functionality which automatically monitors equipment over time or automatically captures images after an alarm has been triggered. Images are saved to a micro-SD card, eliminating the need to write down single or multiple measurements: analysis and reporting software is included.
Using the new Fluke VT04 is far faster for conducting inspections of electrical, industrial, HVAC/R and automotive applications than an infrared thermometer, which requires multiple readings and manually recorded results.

The Fluke VT04, like the VT02, instantly detects problems using blended thermal and digital imagery. It will display and save images as full visual, full infrared, or in three blended modes (25, 50, and 75 percent). Markers pinpoint hot and cold spots indicating the hottest temperature with a red box and the coldest with a blue box. A temperature reading is provided at the centre point.

Affordable, compact, and intuitive, the Fluke Visual Infrared Thermometers operate with focus-free simplicity, expanding the user base from senior to junior technicians and broadening the applications for in-house staff as well as creating new business opportunities for service contractors. Images can be imported into SmartView® analysis and reporting software, included with the VT04 and VT02, to produce professional reports that document problems detected, or repairs made, for management and customer review.

• Fluke products are marketed by Irish Power & Process in Ireland.

IR thermometer range extended

New features for a wider range of industrial applications

The IRCON Modline 7 series from Raytek, has been extended with two new infrared thermometers and a new processor box. The new 7V line has been especially designed for the semiconductor industry, while the 75 series now comes with a new high temperature model dedicated to heat treating & annealing.

Ircon’s Modline 7 Series includes eight specialized sensor lines for rugged applications. The new PROC-7 processor box enables remote configuration.

With these additions, the Modline 7 series includes eight distinct thermometer lines for various application fields including glass manufacturing and forming, ultra-thin glass production, semiconductor processing, and industrial furnaces. The modularity of the series helps users reduce installation efforts, since the installation hardware and application software is identical for all sensors and each model features an extended measured temperature range, with the entire series covering a -40..+3,000 °C range.

The common Windows ModView Pro software platform facilitates multiple product configurations. Users can set up and monitor sensors either via the rear panel of the sensor, the ModView Pro software included in delivery, or the new PROC-7 processor box. This optional self-contained control unit was designed to operate all Modline 7 sensors independent of ModView Pro software and enables remote sensor health check, for instance in hard-to-reach or hazardous locations.

The IP65 (NEMA 4) sealed sensor systems provide high-resolution optics, very good repeatability, and fast response times. The stainless steel enclosure integrates motorised focus control and both through-the-lens and laser sighting. The thermometer´s sensing head can operate as a stand-alone sensor, provid-ing simultaneous analog and digital outputs of process temperatures.

All sensors are available with integrated water cooling to handle ambient temperatures up to 175 °C or with a WJ-7 water jacket for ambient temperatures up to 315 °C. An optional air purge collar keeps the lens free of debris in hot dusty environments and avoids unwanted condensations on the lens due to intensive cooling.

Combined with an extended five year warranty, the Modline 7 provides best-in-class solutions for demanding industrial environments. With this completion of the Modline 7 Series Ircon provides continuation over several years of the very successful Ircon Modline family

IR Temperature applications go digital

Raytek® has a new digital publication Application Success Stories, an online collection of end-user case studies recapping the successful usage of Raytek IR temperature measurement instruments in a wide range of industrial applications.

A sampling of the applications discussed in the publication includes automotive camshaft manufacturing, incineration of chemical waste, low-e glass tempering, temperature measurement during epitaxial deposition, and web monitoring of semi-permeable films.

Each success story presents a situational question, details the winning solution and the benefits achieved through implementation. The publication is available on their website  and can be viewed online on a computer or mobile device, and downloaded for later reading. In addition, Raytek is running a special offer for new success stories submitted by end-users and published on the website as detailed here.

Arlene Lucas-Starrh, Senior Global Marketing Communications Manager commented, "We are pleased to present these success stories for the convenience of industrial end-users searching for a solution to their temperature measurement application. These are true-life customer experiences with our products, and those in similar situations will be able to find a comparable answer to their needs."

Dust, moisture and drop protection IR Thermometer

Fluke has introduced the new Fluke 62 Max and 62 Max+ Infrared Thermometers. These rugged, accurate, easy-to-use test tools are dust, moisture and drop resistant, making them ideal for the harsh conditions faced by technicians in electrical, service, HVAC, process, industrial and facilities maintenance applications.

The Fluke 62 Max/62 Max+ are ideal for quick temperature scans of systems to look for anything from unusual hot spots that signal electrical and electro-mechanical malfunctions to undesirable air intake/output patterns in the building envelope. The Fluke 62 Max+ features dual, rotating lasers to accurately identify the measurement spot size. Because infrared measurements do not require making contact with the surface being measured, technicians can make the measurements from a safe distance, away from moving machinery or live electrical connections.

The Fluke 62 Max/62 Max+ survive 3 metre drops to wooden floors, are IP54 rated to withstand rain, splashing liquids, dust and dirt, and are small enough to carry comfortably on a tool belt all day. They are easy to use with trigger click measurement, and a multi-angle, backlit display means they are easy to read even in badly lit areas.

The 62 Max has a distance-to-spot ratio of 10:1 and measures temperatures from -30°C to 500°C with an accuracy of ±1.5% of the reading. The 62 Max+ has a distance-to-spot ration of 12:1 and measures -30°C to 650°C with an accuracy of ±1.0% of the reading.
Both IR thermometers operate on a single AA battery.

Infrared thermometers

Versatile sensor system meets a wide range of industrial application requirements

Ircon® has introduced the Modline® 7 Series of infrared thermometers. Combined with Ircon ModView™ Pro software and a variety of accessories, the Modline 7 Series provides best-in-class solutions for demanding industrial environments.

The Modline 7 is a rugged, IP65 (NEMA 4) sealed sensor system with the flexibility to meet nearly any continuous temperature monitoring and control requirement. The thermometers are used in a wide range of industrial applications, including semiconductor manufacturing, metals processing, furnace refractory, primary and secondary glass, as well as plastics thermoforming.

The Modline 7 offers exceptional versatility with extended temperature ranges (-40°F to 5432°F/3000°C), high-resolution optics and fast response times. The thermometer's sensing head can operate as a stand-alone sensor, providing simultaneous analog and digital outputs of process temperatures. Motorized focus control and both through-the-lens and laser sighting are standard on all units.

The new thermometer's intuitive sensor design-with integral water-cooling in a stainless steel enclosure or high-temperature water jacket-reduces installation and setup time. The water jacket is intended for use in ambient temperatures up to 599°F/315°C with an integrated air purge capability. An optional air purge collar accessory enables the lens to be cooled and kept free of debris in hot dusty environments.

In addition, the Modline 7 standardized installation accessories and common Windows ModView Pro software platform minimize multiple product configurations at the user's facility. Sensor setup and monitoring can be accomplished either from the rear panel of the instrument or from the ModView Pro software. This allows for remote PC-based sensor configuration, temperature monitoring, trending and archiving via an intuitive graphical user interface. For example, users can change the temperature display from degrees Fahrenheit to degrees Celsius, adjust emissivity levels, scale the range, focus the sensor, activate filters (e.g., peak hold, valley hold, and averaging) and save data for future reference or graphing.

The sensor system also features preset alarms for early warning detection, system on/off control or quality record keeping. A programmable relay output can be triggered automatically by product temperature (process alarm), sensor internal temperature (sensor alarm) or manually.

Modline 7 Series thermometers use high-speed digital signal processors with an RS-485 serial data communications networking capability that supports up to 32 sensors. The ModView Pro software is included at no additional cost with all new Modline 7 Series thermometers.

Gas sensors boost indoor environmental quality

Gascard® NG OEM infrared gas sensors from Edinburgh Sensors are ideally suited for applications involving the control of indoor environmental quality (IEQ) in commercial, institutional and laboratory buildings. Accurate control of critical indoor environmental parameters such as carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide levels are not only essential for the well-being and comfort of building occupants, but also have a major impact on energy efficiency.

Using Edinburgh Sensors’ proprietary dual-wavelength infrared sensor technology, the pumped aspiration Gascard® NG sensor provides the high quality, long term stability, excellent repeatability and reliable measurement of carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide gas concentrations needed for IEQ applications. Automatic temperature and pressure corrections provide true concentration readings and ensure accurate real-time environmental condition measurements.

With true RS232 communications for control and data logging, along with the option of TCP/iP communications protocol, the Gascard® NG can be easily integrated into a wide range of proprietary gas detection systems and multiple sensor architectures. There are also built-in features for multigas and multi-sensor operation together with the flexibility to incorporate additional gas detection technologies.
Product performance, combined with Edinburgh Sensors’ commitment to customer support and to meeting the needs of the market has seen Gascard® sensors incorporated into IEQ systems installed in many prestigious buildings around the world. This helps to provide a healthy and productive indoor environment while decreasing energy costs.

IR thermomenter effectively free of charge!

Fluke is offering a new 1735-IR Kit in Britain until Until 31st March 2012.

The kit contains a rugged Fluke 1735 three-phase portable Power Logger, designed for commercial electricians and industrial maintenance engineers, plus a Fluke 561 Infrared (IR) Thermometer which can be used to check for overheating cable connections at a safe distance. The power logger can be installed in seconds and is easily downloadable in the field. The kit is priced such that the Fluke 561 is effectively free.

This three-phase Power Logger, with a 600V CAT III safety rating, records power, energy, and basic power quality parameters for power load studies. It logs electrical power parameters and harmonics for up to 45 days, and captures hard-to-find voltage events. Used in conjunction with the latest Fluke iFlex™ series flexible current probes, it is easy to take measurements in large cables and bus bars. The Fluke 561 is a rugged, precision, thermometer combining an IR non-contact thermometer with a plug-in, K-type thermocouple for contact measurement.

In load studies, the Fluke 1735 verifies electrical system capacity before loads are added. For energy assessments, it quantifies energy consumption before and after improvements to justify energy-saving devices. The instrument also uncovers harmonic distortion that can damage or disrupt critical equipment, and it captures voltage events, such as dips and swells that cause spurious resets or nuisance circuit breaker tripping. This data makes it possible to take measurements to improve equipment reliability. The in-built colour screen provides instant information that connections were made correctly. The collected data can be easily downloaded, either locally to a laptop or back in the office. Fluke Power Log software is included for viewing graphs and generating reports.
Besides characterising basic power quality and power consumption, the 1735 also logs RMS voltage and current, phase angle, voltage events, voltage and current THD, voltage and current harmonics up to the 50th harmonic, active and reactive power, power factor, active and reactive energy, and more. It also monitors maximum power demand over user-defined averaging periods. As a 4-channel device, the Fluke 1735 measures all three phases plus neutral.

The Fluke 561 two-in-one thermometer offers ±1% accuracy infra-red temperature measurement for instant readings of electrically charged and hard-to-reach, or rotating, hot objects, allowing measurement at a safe distance and usually without the need for a ladder. A single laser pointer provides accurate target sighting. A large number of objects can be scanned quickly and efficiently. A useful applications guide encourages use of the thermometer to its maximum potential.
A Velcro-covered, K-type thermocouple pipe probe enables contact measurement of pipes, metallic surfaces and air streams, with a built-in differential temperature function providing quick and accurate measurements for superheat and sub-cooling pipes. Other industry-standard K-type thermocouples can be also used with the Fluke 561 for specific applications.

New heads for IR system

Raytek® has enhanced its MI3 Series infrared temperature measurement system with MI3 1M and MI3 2M high temperature sensing heads. The new sensing heads extend the MI3's performance for specific original equipment manufacturer (OEM) applications and high temperature manufacturing processes.

Designed to deliver industry-leading performance and flexibility at the lowest installed cost per measurement point, the Raytek MI3 Series represents a new generation of performance and innovation in noncontact temperature monitoring. These high-performance IR sensors reduce energy costs by allowing tighter process control and more efficient process heating. Improved control performance usually results in less product variation, higher product quality and increased throughput.

The MI3 1M and MI3 2M are rugged, IP65 (NEMA 4) stainless steel sensing heads with a separate communication module. They provide a 1µm and 1.6µm spectral response respectively, and offer a wide measurement range of 500°C to 1800°C (1µm) and 250°C to 1400°C (1.6µm). The sensing heads have a 120°C head ambient rating with 100:1 optical resolution and are available with standard laser sighting. These features, coupled with a fast 10msec response time, create a powerful temperature sensor for applications, such as silicon crystal growth, DSS polysilicon reactors, secondary metal processing, metal heat treating, and heat treating equipment OEMs.

The MI3MCOMM multichannel communication box provides all the functionality of the proven MI Series sensors with numerous new features. It supports up to four sensing heads in a convenient DIN-mountable package. All sensor-operating parameters are easily accessed and configured through the standard user interface with large backlit LCD display, or with the powerful Raytek DataTemp® multidrop software via a USB 2.0 digital interface. The innovative multiple sensing head interface of the MI3COMM communication box supports up to eight individually addressable heads when used with the accessory interface box.

The Raytek MI3 Series sensors offer a choice of scalable 0/4 to 20 mA and 0 to 5/10 VDC analog outputs, or Type J, K, R or S thermocouple outputs. With RS485, Modbus® or Profibus network interface options, integration into existing control equipment or OEM systems is seamless. Fully compatible with the Modbus and Profibus network protocols, the MI3 sensors can be used in a wide range of applications requiring digital communication for field devices. The updated thermometers offer a low-cost, multi-channel noncontact temperature measurement solution with network communications capability.

Standard USB 2.0 communication facilitates sensor configuration and is valuable for troubleshooting when the device is installed in hostile locations. Additionally, this capability saves maintenance time and minimizes technician exposure to hazardous environments. Robust field calibration software also allows on-site calibration of sensors, which further reduces service time and expense.

Thanks to precision, high-resolution optics, the Raytek MI3 1M, MI3 2M sensors provide 100:1 optical resolution at a very attractive price. For high-volume OEM applications, the sensing heads allow a direct digital interface to the host machine controller.

The MI3's user-programmable, isolated alarm output is an easy way to achieve alarm and control redundancy or provide simple on/off control capabilities. Its optically isolated relay allows for local alarm capability, eliminating the need for separate limit switches or alarms.

Other standard MI3 features include: adjustable emissivity, transmissivity, peak hold, valley hold and signal averaging; as well as configurable inputs for emissivity control, ambient background compensation and trigger/hold input.

Process imaging in cement!

Raytek has introduced the CS210 process imaging system for cement kilns. This fully integrated kiln shell scanning system enables cement manufacturers to continuously monitor rotary kilns to detect hot spots due to refractory loss, damage and wear, and as a result, avoid costly damage and unscheduled downtime.

Using the CS210 infrared (IR) linescanning solution, cement plant operators can determine the effectiveness of kiln refractory material. Any fallen bricks will be quickly detected and appropriate action may be taken to prevent further damage. Scheduled maintenance can also be planned to replace the refractory with a minimum of downtime. Thus, the refractory life can be extended to provide economic benefits, and emergencies can be averted.

With the CS210, temperature is monitored along the entire length of the kiln shell with "one brick" resolution. The system provides fail-safe hot spot alarm outputs. Operators can also detect abnormal conditions, such as faulty flame position and shape. Temperature data for areas "shadowed" from the main sensor are provided by individual point sensors and seamlessly integrated into a complete, real-time thermal image.

At the core of the CS210 system is a specially built MP150 HR linescanner with 1024 data points per scan line, and an integral heater, configured for the user's kiln applications. Featuring state-of-the-art optics, advanced microprocessor electronics and a high-reliability motor, the MP150 combines signal processing, data storage and data communications into one integral unit. To insure reliable operation in even the harshest kiln environments, the linescanner is designed with a rugged cast aluminum housing, which, in turn, is mounted in a stainless steel protective housing with provisions for air-purge and water-cooling.

The CS210 process imaging system employs onboard Ethernet TCP/IP communications and interfaces with other programs via OPC. The system's user-friendly DataTemp® CS Software is fully compatible with Windows® 7 and provides easy configuration/startup, as well as multiple security settings. The graphical user interface is designed specifically for kiln applications, allowing for easy scanner set-up and use with little operator training.

Installation of the CS210 process imaging system has been greatly simplified with the addition of a single fiber-optic communication channel to carry all system data from the scanning system located at the kiln to the host computer imaging system in the control room.

With DataTemp software accessories, the CS210 system expands to become a comprehensive kiln monitoring tool. For example, optional burning zone sensor and Live Ring Migration (LRM)-tire slip monitoring can be integrated into the system so that complete information is displayed on a single screen in the control room, and all data, events and alarms are stored and accessible in a common database. Fan control and shadow monitoring accessories are also available.