Title :
The value of controls and monitoring for electrical heat tracing
Author_Institution :
THERMON, San Marcos, TX, USA
Abstract :
The variety of controls and monitoring methods in use today are explored to develop an understanding of the advanced technologies presently available. Mechanical, solid state and microprocessor-based packages are reviewed, with particular attention given to remote communications software for these systems. Questions regarding system reliability and value from the users´ perspectives are also explored
Keywords :
computerised monitoring; microcomputer applications; power cables; power system computer control; telecontrol; telemetering; temperature control; temperature measurement; controls; electrical heat tracing; microprocessors; monitoring; reliability; remote communications software; solid state; value; Communication system control; Communication system software; Packaging; Reliability; Remote monitoring; Resistance heating; Software packages; Software systems; Solid state circuits; Temperature control;
Conference_Titel :
Petroleum and Chemical Industry Conference, 1993, Record of Conference Papers. The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Incorporated. Industry Applications Society 40th Annual
Conference_Location :
St. Louis, MO
DOI :
10.1109/PCICON.1993.337417
