SIPOS Service - Product modification and function enhancement

When the requirements change

Changing plant requirements may necessitate modifying system controls and actuator functionality. The SIPOS 5 flash actuator is ideal in this scenario as it is extremely versatile and can be readily adapted to meet new requirements or process improvements. The innovative product design ensures that changes and modifications can be easily carried out. In many cases, changes can be implemented during routine maintenance and inspection work, thus further reducing process downtime.
Actuator modifications and enhancements are agreed with the customer in advance and all changes are fully documented and copies provided.

Product versatility

SIPOS 5 Flash actuators incorporate the following design features making them suitable for many different applications:

• Variable output speed and torque
• A range of programmable parameters

Without changing the electronics unit, it is easy to modify the standard inputs and outputs thus ensuring control system interface flexibility:

• Bus communication
• Fibre optic interface
• Relay board
• Galvanic separation of the analog input and output

Product options

Some of the currently available product options:

• Environmental upgrade to enclosure protection rating IP 68
• Separate mounting of the electronics unit from the actuator drive
• Vibration resistance upgrade
• Customer-specific software solutions

Process improvement and enhanced functionality

All SIPOS 5 Flash software options can be activated post-installation for enhanced functionality or to suit process improvements without the need to change actuator parts.