Emerson expands DeltaV FB3000 RTU for hydrocarbon liquids custody transfer

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Emerson has expanded its DeltaV FB3000 remote terminal unit (RTU) with new liquids automation, proving and batch management capabilities designed to improve custody transfer measurement and operational control across midstream hydrocarbon operations.

The enhancements bring measurement, control, communications and cybersecurity together within a single platform, helping pipeline operators standardise liquids and gas operations while reducing system complexity.

Traditionally, midstream liquids operators have faced limited options for automation platforms combining reliable measurement with proven batching functionality. This has made it more difficult to maintain measurement accuracy, demonstrate performance and standardise processes across multiple assets and facilities.

The challenge affects pipelines transporting crude oil, refined petroleum products, diesel, liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), natural gas liquids (NGLs), condensate, specialty chemicals and other liquid hydrocarbons.

The DeltaV FB3000 RTU already provides integrated gas measurement, control, communications and cybersecurity capabilities. The latest enhancements extend this common architecture to liquids applications, allowing operators to consolidate functions that may previously have relied on separate systems.

Improving measurement integrity and operational consistency

The expanded platform supports standardisation across hydrocarbon pipelines, gathering systems, terminals, storage facilities and production assets.

Its Advanced Pulse Module, together with new proving and batch management functionality, is designed to improve measurement integrity and streamline operational workflows. Operators can use the platform to manage critical measurement and control functions while maintaining greater consistency across their operations.

A scalable architecture also supports phased modernisation, allowing companies to standardise existing assets and introduce further capabilities as operational requirements evolve.

Aaron Boettcher, vice president and general manager of Emerson’s Energy and Transportation Solutions business, said: “Many operators continue to manage liquids measurement, control and communications through separate systems that increase complexity and long-term costs.

“The DeltaV FB3000 RTU helps simplify that environment by consolidating these critical functions into a single, scalable platform. With Emerson’s ability to mobilise local automation expertise around the world, operators can standardise assets, accelerate modernisation efforts and position their operations to better adapt to evolving business and regulatory requirements.”

Cybersecurity and lifecycle support

Cybersecurity is another key element of the expanded platform. Its Zero Trust-centred, cybersecure-by-design architecture is intended to protect critical measurement data throughout the custody transfer lifecycle.

Emerson’s global lifecycle support is also designed to help operators manage maintenance and equipment costs while maintaining system performance. The flexible platform provides a foundation for future expansion, operational improvements, additional product handling and technology upgrades.

By extending the DeltaV FB3000 RTU from gas measurement into liquids automation, Emerson aims to provide midstream operators with a common platform for improving measurement confidence, operational continuity and cybersecurity across their assets.

Find out more about the Emerson DeltaV FB3000 RTU.

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