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The Company
ABB is an established world force in the design and
manufacture of instrumentation for industrial process
control, flow measurement, gas and liquid analysis and
environmental applications.
As a world leader in process automation technology our
worldwide presence, comprehensive service and application-
oriented know-how make ABB a leading supplier of flow
measurement products.
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Introduction
Setting the standard for the Water Industry
to 96 in.), is designed specifically for use on the many diverse
applications encountered in the Water and Waste-water
industry. The modular design concept offers flexibility, cost-
saving operation and reliability while providing a long service
life and exceptionally low maintenance.
Integration into ABB asset management systems and use of
the self-monitoring and diagnostic functions increase the
plant availability and reduce downtimes.
VeriMaster – the verification tool
An easy-to-use utility, available through the infra red service
port. Uses the advanced self-calibration and diagnostic
capability of WaterMaster, coupled with fingerprinting
technology, to determine the accuracy status of the
WaterMaster flowmeter to within ±1 % of its original factory
calibration. VeriMaster also supports printing of calibration
verification records for regulatory compliance.
Diagnostic functions
Using its diagnostic functions, the flowmeter monitors both
its own operability and the process. Limit values for the
diagnostic parameters can be set locally. When these limits
are exceeded, an alarm is tripped. In the event of an error,
diagnostic-dependent help text appears on the display. This
considerably simplifies and accelerates the troubleshooting
procedure.
In accordance with NAMUR NE107, alarms and warnings are
classified with the status of 'Maintenance Required', 'Check
Function', 'Failure' and 'Out of Specification'.
Flow performance
Utilizing its advanced filtering methods, the WaterMaster
improves accuracy even under difficult conditions.
WaterMaster has an operating flow range with ±0.4 %
accuracy as standard (±0.2 % optional) in both forward and
reverse flow directions.
Easy and quick commissioning
'Fit-and-Flow' data storage inside WaterMaster eliminates the
need to match sensor and transmitter in the field. On initial
installation, the self-configuration sequence automatically
replicates into the transmitter all calibration factors, meter
size and serial numbers, as well as customer site-specific
settings, eliminating the potential for error.
Intuitive, convenient navigation
The 'Easy Setup' function reliably guides unpracticed users
through the menu step by step. The smart key based
functionality makes handling a breeze – it's just like using a
cell phone. During configuration, the permissible range of
each parameter is indicated on the display and invalid entries
are rejected.
Universal transmitter – powerful and flexible
The backlit display can be rotated easily without the need for
tools. The contrast is adjustable and the display fully-
configurable. The character size, number of lines and display
resolution (number of decimal points) can be set as required.
In multiplex mode, several different display options can be
pre-configured and invoked one after the other.
The smart modular design of the transmitter unit enables
easy disassembly without the need to unscrew cables or
unplug connectors. HART is used as the standard
communications protocol. Optionally, the transmitter is
available with PROFIBUS DP or MODBUS communication.
Assured quality
WaterMaster is designed and manufactured in accordance
with international quality procedures (ISO 9001) and all
flowmeters are calibrated on nationally-traceable calibration
rigs to provide the end-user with complete assurance of both
quality and performance of the flowmeter.
