Schneider and Krohne partner for pipelines

Schneider Electric and Krohne unveiled a “new and innovative” pipeline management solution at the Gastech 2009 exhibition in Abu Dhabi (May 25-28). The combined product and services solution is aimed at enhancing pipeline performance and safety through simulation, leakage detection, energy management, integral security, advanced process automation and instrumentation.

“This partnership is a great opportunity for our customers who require solutions for pipeline process optimization and enhanced pipeline integrity. With the recognized expertise of Schneider Electric in energy management and security, Krohne will add its know-how in model-based leak detection combined with its best-in-class flowmeters,” said Stephan Neuburger, managing director, Krohne.

Specifically, the combined solution consists of a collaborative, open and scalable architecture platform. Real-time monitoring and automation is achieved through Schneider’s SCADA system; safety is handled with Schneider PLCs and RTUs; and Krohne will provide pipeline instrumentation including custody transfer flow measurement and a pipeline leakage detection system.