UTG-306 Universal Tank Gateway

Smart data acquisition for level gauges

The UTG-306 serves as a versatile tank gateway tailored for small tank farms, facilitating the scanning of parameters from Honeywell-Enraf level gauges. Positioned as the purpose-built interface in site control room, it seamlessly connects field instruments to the robust Bi-Phase Mark (BPM) fieldbus and interfaces with the Inventory Management System (IMS), Supervisory Control And Data Acquisition Software (SCADA) or Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) host application via the RTU Modbus protocol. Scanning of gauge level data, encompassing level, temperature, pressure, and density, takes place, with the information stored in a local real-time database. The UTG-306 provides the host system with 24/7 access to instantly available, reliable, and accurate tank data.

For larger tank farm operations, multiple UTG-306 units can be deployed in parallel, enabling concurrent scanning. Combining multiple UTG-306 units into a single node extends the capacity for scanning level gauges on a single BPM fieldbus.

The UTG-306 features one host port to the IMS or PLC application. Thanks to its modular design, integration with the UCI-108 is possible, allowing for the addition of a local or remote service port or even the creation of additional BPM fieldbuses. This modular approach enhances flexibility and scalability, making the UTG-306 an adaptable solution for diverse tank farm requirements.

Effortless, plug-and-play operation makes the UTG-306 easy to use right out of the box. With smart scanning queues built in, there's no need for complex setup or configuration. Simply have the host application read the Modbus register(s) of the associated gauge variable(s), which automatically triggers the corresponding data request(s).

The UTG-306 BASE license supports a maximum of 5 level gauges. The PLUS license extends to a total of 10 level gauges.

Applications

• Tank interface to (proprietary) Tank Inventory Management and Control Applications
• Alternative for existing Honeywell-Enraf CIU (880 Prime)

Single UTG-306 Tank Gateway operation

This example shows the basic setup of a single UTG-306 to interface between the IMS, SCADA or PLC host application and the Honeywell-Enraf level gauges connected to the BPM fieldbus. The UTG-306 supports integration of both the Honeywell-Enraf servo and radar gauges like 854, 873, 973, Flexline 954 and 990 gauges.

Use case: Single UTG-306 Tank Gateway operation

Scalable system architecture using multiple UTG-306

The system is easily extendable with additional level gauges by adding extra UTG-306 units. Each additional UTG-306 introduces an extra BPM fieldbus. When the UTG-306 is placed in a multi-node setup, it is even possible to utilize each other's BPM fieldbus. This enables scanning more than 10 level gauges on a single BPM fieldbus.

Use case: Connect more than 10 Honeywell-Enraf gauges to a single BPM fieldbus

Use case: Scalable system architecture by using multiple UTG-306s

Extend UTG-306 Tank gateway with local or remote service capabilities

The system easily expands with an additional service port for e.g the Honeywell-Enraf Engauge service tool, by incorporating a UCI-108 Universal Communication Interface in a multi-node setup. This allows the UCI-108 to access the UTG-306 BPM fieldbus and vice versa. Furthermore, it introduces an additional BPM fieldbus for future expansions.

Use case: Expand with local or remote service capabilities

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