Meriam is the only single source manufacturer of calibrator, communicator and software that uses the same base technology for documenting changes to device configuration parameters. Smart field devices have parameters and values that make up the device configuration. Configuration changes can be made by direct communications from DMS to the Device via HART Modem, from the MFC (HART Communicator), or the MFT (Calibrator/Communicator). The integration of DMS with the MFT and MFC provide an advanced approach to device configuration management that is unmatched in the industry.

Calibration Management

 

Calibration Procedures
Calibration procedure details, such as number of test points and pass/fail criteria can be developed and applied to devices individually or in groups. These procedures are maintained in a library for future use and editing.

Scheduling/Planning
Calibration due dates can be assigned to devices, optimizing productivity through planning of calibration activities. Due dates can be assigned according to quality control, Safety Instrumented System ratings, or any other critical requirements. User definable pre-notices can be applied to notify users of coming calibration needs.

Calibration Alerts
Alert settings based on, for instance, calibration due date are assigned to devices and calibration equipment. When the criteria for the settings are met, the associated device is reported to an Alerts Log for easy access and disposition.

Action Lists
An Action List is the tool that DMS uses to group multiple activities to be assigned to calibration and maintenance technicians. The Action List is downloaded to the MFT and acts as a “To-Do List” of activities. The Action List activities are organized by DMS to track and ensure completion of assigned activities.

Device Specific Cloning
New devices can be configured and installed by copying similar existing devices. The user can clone the device information from multiple sources; an off the shelf device, the DMS database, or the DMS library of standard devices.

System Cloning
Copying of device information can be performed on a system basis as well. A system can be copied and used as a baseline for developing a similar system for a new division.

Preventative Maintenance
Utilization of the Action Lists and scheduling features enable the development of a preventive maintenance plan based on manufacturer’s recommended calibration cycles, plant standard practices, or historical activity for a device.

Device History (Audit Trail)
Any action performed on a device is electronically stamped with date, time, user, description of activity, user ID and notes. Each device has its own log of associated activities. Trending of calibration results over the history of the device can be reviewed for predictive maintenance.

3rd Party Application Feature
DMS has a provision for the association of original manufacturers’ software applications for devices like control valves, radar level devices, and flowmeters. Results from these applications are stored in DMS with the device history. The application can be launched from DMS when viewing device history.

Ordering Information

DMS Client & Server Software

• DMSBASXX-11-1 Calibration & configuration management where “xx” is 01, 05, 10, or 15 for number  of clients.
• DMSCFGXX-11-1 Configuration management only
• DMSCALXX-11-1 Calibration management only

DMS Documenting Process Calibrator or Communicator Interface to DMS

• DMSDP01-CFG HART Field device configuration data interface
• DMSDP01-CAL Calibration procedures / results data interface
• DMSDP01-ALL Calibration & Configuration data interface