June 2006
Spartan Controls Newsletter

Meeting the Challenge to Produce

The challenge to produce in the Energy sector has never been greater.  Significant growth in demand, stretched production resources, and many geo-political concerns have resulted in a tremendous focus on our Oil and Gas market.

This issue highlights Spartan’s latest control technologies, best practices, and application solutions to help you meet today’s challenges.

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General News & Events
Global Petroleum Show, 7.15kb Global Petroleum Show - June 13 to 15, 2006

In today's market you can't afford to lose a single day. Visit Spartan Controls and Emerson Process Management at the 2006 Global Petroleum Show.
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Valves & Accessories
Cavitation in control valve, 4 KB Controlling Cavitation and Flashing

Cavitation and Flashing are common problems in many processes. View an animated presentation to learn about the causes and mechanics of these effects, and how they can be recognized. Discover the applicable valve solutions and how they can increase run-time and improve reliability.
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On/Off Valve Automation
El-O-Matic, 6.66kb Introducing our newest program: STERLING Express

STERLING Valve Automation is now providing STERLING EXPRESS: Same day delivery of selective Actuator-Valve packages.
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Thumbnail Actuator, 5.56kbs STERLING Valve Automation Provides Speciality Solution for a Tank Farm Expansion in Alberta

A premier customer providing integrated transport, terminal and marketing services for the energy industry, contacted STERLING Valve Automation to provide a solution for a large tank farm expansion in Alberta.
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Safety Relief Valves
Thumbnail NACE Guage Are Your Gauges NACE Compliant?

If it doesn't say NACE on the gauge, it isn't certified as NACE. Spartan Controls offers a full range of Winters NACE compliant gauges in 4" stainless steel and a variety of configurations.
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Thumbnail PROTEGO Conservation Tank Vents, 7.45kbs Don't Let $$$ Flow Out of Your Tank Vents!

Reduce vapor losses with PROTEGO's unique state of the art "10% Full Lift Type" technology.
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Measurement & Analytical
Thumbnail Rosemount 5400, 3.80kbs Spartan and SAAB-Rosemount Radar Help You Stay Level Headed

With 30 years of expertise in radar level measurement, success in underground measurements, flare knockout drums, steam separators, and 2500# ANSI services, Spartan Controls has your solutions!
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Shop Image, 8.64kbs Winterizing Best Practices from Spartan and O'Brien

Instrument Winterization seems easy and straightforward so it's often done in the field by contractors doing overall winterization work who may or may not have experience with winterizing instruments. Experience shows that there are several "Best Practices" in which a bit of extra care up front can mean the difference between years of trouble-free operation and total failure of a measurement loop or worse.
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Plant & Field Automation
Thumbnail CIMG1563 CFS, 5.03kbs Complete Flow Solution - Bringing it all Together

The Field Automation Group is introducing its Complete Flow Solution (CFS). The CFS integrates the field-proven FloBoss 103 with the patented Rosemount 1595 Conditioning Orifice Plate to deliver an easy to install flange-to-flange solution. The Conditioning Orifice allows for a compact 24 inch total length which makes the CFS easy to install in your new field or to retrofit an existing installation.
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Thumbnail Plant Fire, 7.16kbs Which Flame Detector Is Really Right For You?

If you specify Fire & Gas Detection equipment, you know that different technologies are available to optically detect the presence of a fire in your plant or facility. What you may not know, is that not all detectors will necessarily "see" all types of fires in time to prevent a serious incident. Your best choice will depend on the type of hazardous fuel(s) present, the installation location and environment, as well as the presence of other non-fire related sources of optical energy.
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Engine & Compressor Automation
MPI Product [4.06 kb] Upgrading Engine Ignition

Use of recently introduced MPI Ignition system at a customer site increases plug life, reduces fuel usage, lowers maintenance costs, and improves uptime.
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Education & Training
Thumbnail Education Calendar [8.18kbs] New Course - Evaluation & Implementation of Foundation Fieldbus

This 2-day course is designed for individuals responsible for evaluating or interfacing the current Foundation Fieldbus technology for process systems.
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Customer Support & Service
Stack Image, 7.47kbs Process Analytical Services Available Through Spartan Controls and Instrument & Valve Services

As the leading supplier of instrumentation in North America, Spartan Controls and Emerson can have a significant impact on your operations through our comprehensive startup, diagnostic, repair, and maintenance services, delivered through Instrument & Valve Services.
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June 2006

FULL ISSUE INDEX

Recent Library and Applications Updates
Severe Service Knowledge Centre

Are Your Gauges NACE Compliant?
Complete Flow Solution - Bringing it all Together
Controlling Cavitation and Flashing
Don't Let $$$ Flow Out of Your Tank Vents!
Introducing our newest program: STERLING Express
Spartan and SAAB-Rosemount Radar Help You Stay Level Headed
STERLING Valve Automation Provides Speciality Solution for a Tank Farm Expansion in Alberta
Upgrading Engine Ignition
Which Flame Detector Is Really Right For You?
Winterizing Best Practices from Spartan and O'Brien

New Course - Evaluation & Implementation of Foundation Fieldbus
Process Analytical Services Available Through Spartan Controls and Instrument & Valve Services

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