Welcome to our 10th article focused on Orbit 60 and Orbit 60 enabled enhancements. In this article, we’d like to let you know that we are very pleased with our new product. All of our past articles have given you some insight into why we are so proud of what we have been able to design and build. Similar to all of our major monitoring line products, 7200, 3300 & 3500, we are only able to introduce certain functionality initially, and then build on that foundation. Our first release, which has been successfully installed in multiple locations was what we call our API 670 release. This article will focus on our second release which is due out roughly at the same time as this article.
Our past articles have focused on the cyber security, hardware, configuration and System 1 aspects of the system, you may follow the links below to access them: plc ac31 automation
Just a quick recap of our first, introductory phase, product. In our first release, we wanted to ensure that we met API 670 monitoring standards including hot swappable cards, sensor fault detection, and the avoidance of single points of failures compromising the system. The API 670 release included these core hardware features:
So, as you can see, we accomplished a very impressive list of features with the first release. Our second release, 22.1, is even more ambitious, and is geared towards our customers with large steam turbine generators. These machines require Turbine Supervisory Instrumentation, or TSI, to make sure that they are operated safely. Along with the TSI capabilities, we also planned in a few more features as well.
From a hardware perspective, Turbine Supervisory instrumentation includes being able to take in input from sensors such as AC LVDT’s for reading valve position and/or case expansion, moving coil velocity sensors for older style absolute measurements and process variable signals (4-20 mA, 1-5 VDC, 0-10 VDC). These measurements (and more) are accommodated through the following new input cards:
Part of our core Orbit 60 design philosophy is to design full capabilities into the hardware, and then turn them on later with firmware and software upgrades as they become available. To this end, this second phase has enabled us to enhance Orbit 60’s capabilities with the following firmware enhancements:
Last but certainly not least, Orbit 60 has earned its CSA certification. Pandemic related personnel shortages affected many diverse industries including the certification industry. As a result, the certification process took longer than expected. If your facility requires a paper certificate, expect these to be available shortly.
As a business, we are beyond excited by the release of the TSI version of Orbit 60, and exceptionally proud of our accomplishments. Since the launch of Orbit 60 we have shipped 65+ systems with at least 20 of them installed and operational. Additionally, we have received 160+ orders for new systems. As can be seen by our new TSI features, we have designed Orbit 60 to have the capability of adding additional functionality over time without having to add new hardware. This provides you, our partner in this business, enhanced value for your investment.
Look for even greater functionality in our planned future releases. Our next big push will be on releasing API 618 reciprocating compressor functionality (and the ubiquitous – “and, MORE”).
More information is available on our website:
Our teams are excited to discuss Orbit 60 in more detail. We have multiple technical white papers available for a deeper dive into the following topics. Please reach out through the contact us link below to receive a copy and we will connect you with your local expert.
Product Video - Orbit 60 Teaser
Product Video - Orbit 60 Full length
Orbit 60 Series and System 1: Bloomberg TV:
Houston Chronicle: Bently unveils the Orbit 60
Turbo Machinery Magazine - Bently Nevada's New Platform
Q1 2020 Orbit Article - Introducing Orbit 60
Q2 2020 Orbit Article – Available to Quote – Explore the Cost Savings
Q3 2020 Orbit Article – Now – Less Spares!! – How to Choose Input Modules
bently nevada 3500 53 133396 01 Mr. Kingham has been involved in the rotating machinery realm for more than 35 years. He started with Bently Nevada in 1986 as a Machinery Diagnostics Engineer, where he diagnosed machinery problems based upon their vibration characteristics.