The Hart of Asset Management (sidebar)

    June 1, 2004
    Things You May Not Know About Hart

    All Hart smart devices have valuable data for improving plant operation every second of every day.

    Hart devices are real-time data servers with two simultaneous communication channels on the same wire:

    • 4-20mA analog channel for fast

    data transfer of primary variable control signal.

    • Hart digital channel for real-time device status, diagnostics, multi-variable process information.

    Real-time connection to both communication channels unlocks the value of intelligent device information and secures control loop integrity.

    See the story that goes with this sidebar: The Hart of Asset Management

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