CORMS

Fundamentals

The value of CORMS comes from the fact that it allows early identification of fault conditions from the collected data. Therefore, the less time that is spent collecting and analysing this data the better.

At its foundation is the permanent deployment of monitoring systems to assess the condition of equipment by external measurement so that properly informed decisions can be made about when and where maintenance work is required.

The advantages of the CORMS approach for property maintenance are many, but the main criteria required to facilitate the use of CORMS for any site are:

Bespoke information system;
Existing BMS;
Condition based monitoring of rotating plant;
Energy monitoring;
Revised maintenance strategy.

CORMS News

Exception reporting Energy exceptions can be highlighted and escalated to the operations team automatically and instantly - no longer is it necessary to wait until the month-end (or longer) to spot a problem, the response, and energy saving, can be instant.

Energy profiling By relating recorded consumption data to known equipment loads, areas of suspiciously high or inconsistent usage can be highlighted promptly for closer analysis. Recommendations for improvements can then be submitted to the operations team for consideration, with an accurate indication of the saving potential.
Using CORMS, target profiles are developed for areas of usage, allowing for variations in weather/temperature and other operational considerations. These profiles provide the basis for ongoing monitoring.

See CORMS at Nemex 1-3 May 2007 Soaring energy costs and security of supply issues mean that the environmental and commercial need for energy efficiency has never been greater. PBE Systems will be demonstrating the new energy management and reporting features of Process InSight as part of the CORMS brand.

PDA access for engineers Field engineers can access essential information for a site through a standard PDA. Decisions can be made without having to travel to the site, allowing the correct personnel and parts to be sent to carry out a task.

Automated Helpdesk The CORMS automated helpdesk takes care of forwarding any site alarms to managers and engineers as required. An audit trail of alarms is provided through a secure web interface.