Schneider Electric, a global specialist in energy management, is to unveil new and innovative pipeline management solutions at Gastech 2009 in Abu Dhabi.

The 24th international conference and exhibition for the LNG, LPG and natural gas industries run from May 25 to 28.

Schneider Electric will present its solutions in collaboration with Krohne, the measurement technology specialist, and will help customers involved in oil and gas meet challenges to enhance pipeline performance and safety through energy management, integral security, advanced process automation and a complete pipeline instrumentation package, said a statement.

The combined solution consists in a collaborative, open and scalable architecture platform that allows monitoring and managing pipeline operations with increased security and safety levels. It also includes both leaders’ track record project execution capabilities and local services.

Real-time monitoring and automation is achieved through the Schneider Electric’s Scada System, Safety PLC & RTU’s while protecting assets with:

• Cathodic protection monitoring,
• Integral security systems, such as CCTV and access control,
• Secure power,
• Reliable electrical distribution
• Advanced energy management to optimize energy consumption and improve performance.

Krohne will provide pipeline instrumentation including highly accurate custody transfer flow measurement products together with its most reliable pipeline leakage detection system, translating in improved business performance.

“This partnership is a great opportunity for our customers who require solutions for pipeline process optimisation and enhanced pipeline integrity. With the recognised 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 flow meters,” said Stephan Neuburger, Krohne managing director.

“As a leading solutions provider for the Oil and Gas industry, this partnership is the answer to the midstream process to build efficient and tested solutions,” adds Patrick Albos, vice-president, oil and gas solutions, Schneider Electric.  - TradeArabia News Service