ST. LOUIS, MAY 30, 2008 – Cooper Bussmann has significantly increased flexibility of the Cooper InVision System. Customers that wish to share data with existing monitoring and automation systems can now utilize Ethernet/IP communication. Quick and easy installation of unique clip-on sensors, wireless mesh routers and the Cooper InVision Gateway will generate fast ROI by monitoring critical circuit activity in any facility. The Cooper InVision Downtime Reduction System is compliance certified from the Open DeviceNet Vendors Association (ODVA), and can deliver data on fuse and circuit breaker activity to any device that is able to receive and process Ethernet/IP communication, such as a PLC.
This data can be used for any purpose the customer chooses, such as displaying fault status on an HMI.Ethernet/IP communication works side-by-side with the Cooper InVision Command Center. While data is being delivered to an Ethernet/IP consumer, the Command Center employs all of its downtime reduction features, including timely notification of open-circuit events via telephone text-to-speech, e-mail, SMS text paging and fax. Historical data and all of the enterprise-level reporting and analysis capabilities of the Command Center are still available with an Ethernet/IP integrated solution.The Cooper InVision Downtime Reduction System reduces unscheduled downtime and increases productivity for industrial and commercial applications.
It continuously monitors fuses and circuit breakers and provides immediate notification of open-circuit events caused by short-circuits and overloads. The system centers around Intelligent Fuse Monitors (IFMs) and Intelligent Circuit Monitors (ICMs)— battery-powered devices that monitor circuits and transmit any change in status through the system’s wireless mesh network of routers to the Gateway, Internet and ultimately to the Command Center for processing.Through Ethernet/IP, the Cooper InVision Downtime Reduction System now provides customized solutions that integrate with larger monitoring and automation applications. It can be used to enhance the monitoring capability of existing systems, or it can be designed in as part of a new solution.
About Cooper Bussmann
Cooper Bussmann, the industry leader in downtime reduction, workplace safety and Code compliance solutions, is a division of Cooper Industries (NYSE: CBE), and is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri. The company is committed to the development, manufacturing and marketing of innovative circuit protection products, and provides engineering, training and testing services globally for the electrical, electronics and transportation industries.
About Cooper Industries
Cooper Industries, Ltd. (NYSE: CBE) is a global manufacturer with 2007 revenues of $5.9 billion, approximately 87% of which are from electrical products. Founded in 1833, Cooper's sustained level of success is attributable to a constant focus on innovation, evolving business practices while maintaining the highest ethical standards, and meeting customer needs. The Company has eight operating divisions with leading market share positions and world-class products and brands including: Bussmann electrical and electronic fuses; Crouse-Hinds and CEAG explosion-proof electrical equipment; Halo and Metalux lighting fixtures; and Kyle and McGraw-Edison power systems products.
With this broad range of products, Cooper is uniquely positioned for several long-term growth trends including the global infrastructure build-out, the need to improve the reliability and productivity of the electric grid, the demand for higher energy-efficient products and the need for improved electrical safety. In 2007, sixty percent of total sales were to customers in the industrial and utility end-markets and 34% of total sales were to customers outside the United States. Cooper, which has more than 31,500 employees and manufacturing facilities in 23 countries as of 2007, is incorporated in Bermuda with administrative headquarters in Houston, TX.
