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If you do, serious injury can result.. WARNING! Make sure that power to the auxiliary equipment is turned OFF and locked out before you perform maintenance procedures on the equipment. XMTC User’s Manual...
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Environmental Compliance Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive GE Measurement & Control Solutions is an active participant in Europe’s Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) take-back initiative, directive 2002/96/EC. The equipment that you bought has required the extraction and use of natural resources for its production. It may contain hazardous substances that could impact health and the environment.
Chapter 1. Features and Capabilities Chapter 1. Features and Capabilities 1.1 Introduction This chapter introduces you to the features and capabilities of the GE XMTC Thermal Conductivity Transmitter. The following topics are discussed: • Basic features of the XMTC thermal conductivity transmitter •...
Chapter 1. Features and Capabilities 1.3 Theory of Operation The XMTC measures the concentration of a gas in a binary gas mixture by measuring the thermal conductivity of the sample gas and comparing it to the thermal conductivity of a selected reference gas.
The XMTC is designed to be installed in a sample system as close as possible to the process sample point. Thus, it is available in two environmental packages: •...
(min. range 0-5% CO 0-10% in air (min. range 0-2% SO 0-25% He in N or air 0-50% Argon in N or air 0-100% 50-100% 80-100% 90-100% 95-100% 98-100% Figure 2: 2-Port (Sealed Reference Gas) XMTC XMTC User’s Manual...
He in N or air Note: For factory calibration pricing on the standard ranges and gases, or for pricing on other zero-suppressed ranges and gases, please consult the factory. Figure 3: 4-Port (Flowing Reference Gas) XMTC XMTC User’s Manual...
1.4.4 Sample System Use of a sample system is mandatory with the XMTC. The design of the sample system depends on the conditions of the sample gas and the requirements of the application. In general, a sample system must deliver a clean, representative sample to the XMTC at a temperature, pressure and flow rate that are within acceptable limits.
1.5 Typical Applications The XMTC can be used in a wide variety of industrial applications where it is necessary to measure the concentration of one component of a binary gas mixture. It can also be used in pseudo-binary gas mixtures where the ratio of concentrations of the background gas components remains constant, and in gaseous mixtures where the thermal conductivity of the gas of interest is significantly different from that of the background gas.
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2.2 Mounting the XMTC Transmitter This section applies only if you are mounting the XMTC transmitter in a sample system that has not been supplied by Your sample system should deliver a clean, representative sample to the XMTC at the proper temperature, pressure and flow rate.
Figure 4 below shows a basic sample system for a 2-Port (sealed reference gas) XMTC. This sample system consists of inlet needle valves for sample, zero, and span gases; a ball valve; a 2-port XMTC; a pressure gauge; and a flowmeter.
2.3.2 Manual, 4-Port (Flowing Reference Gas) Sample System Figure 5 below shows a basic sample system for a 4-Port (flowing reference gas) XMTC. This sample system consists of inlet needle valves for sample, reference, and calibration gases; a 4-port XMTC; two pressure gauges; and two flow meters.
Always apply power to the XMTC immediately after installation, especially when it is mounted outdoors or in a humid area. This section describes how to wire the XMTC for 24 VDC power, RS232 communication, 4-20 mA output, and optional devices.
White TB1-3 4-20 mA (-) Green TB1-4 If you are using your own cable to wire the XMTC, refer to Table 2 below for the cable requirements. Table 2: Non-GE 4-Wire XMTC Cable Maximum Cable Length Wire Size 0.35 0.60 1,050 1.00...
2.4.3 Cable Specifications (cont.) Table 3 below shows the connections for the GE standard 3-wire RS232 cable (P/N 704-668), which is available with a male or female DB-9 or a DB-25 connector. This cable is available in standard lengths of 6 ft (2 m) and 12 ft (4 m).
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1. Install the selected cable entry device, such as conduit or seal-off, in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Note: If installation of the cable entry device is only partially complete, GE recommends tagging the device to ensure the safety of subsequent users.
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Figure 8: Jumper Locations and RS485 Connections 8. Carefully plug the TB1 and TB2 connectors back onto the PCB, and reinstall the cover on the XMTC. 9. Connect the other ends of the cables to the 24 VDC power supply, the 4-20 mA input of the display device, and the serial port of the computer or terminal (see the instruction manuals for those devices for details).
This section gives interconnection details for using other GE devices in conjunction with your XMTC. 2.5.1 PS5R-C24 Power Supply The GE 24-Volt power supply converts 100/120/220/240 VAC to 24 VDC for use with the XMTC. Figure 9 below shows an interconnection diagram for the XMTC and the PS5R-C24 power supply.
XMTC. See Figure 72 on page 83 for an interconnection diagram for the XMTC and the TMO2D, and refer to the TMO2D User’s Manual (910-084) for details on its operation.
XMTC. The XMTC does not have a power switch. It begins operating as soon as it is connected to a 24 VDC power source. Because the XMTC is controlled at a constant 55°C (131°F) operating temperature, allow 30 minutes for the unit to warm up and reach temperature stability.
3.5 The Edit Functions Menu To access the XMTC calibration, you must open the Edit Functions menu in the Instrument window. See Chapter 5, Using the Instrument Menu, in the Instrument Data Manager User’s Manual for more information on the Instrument Menu.
Clear Calibration — enables you to clear the last calibration • Hold Last Value — causes the XMTC to hold the last value calibrated. Clicking on any option opens that option, while clicking on Next Item/Enter opens the menu listed on the status line above the options.
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Figure 14 below. Figure 14: Field Cal Results Window Click on Previous Item or on Next Item/Enter to return to the previous window, or on Exit Page to return to the Instrument Menu. XMTC User’s Manual...
Figure 16: Field Cal Type Window Click on 1 Point to select 1-Point (offset, or 1-gas) calibration, or on 2-Point to select 2-Point (zero/span, or 2-gas) calibration. Then, click on any button on the right to return to the Configure Cal window. XMTC User’s Manual...
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Figure 18 below opens. Figure 18: Gas Percentage Entry Window Type the desired percentage in the text box, and click Next Item/Enter to confirm the entry. (Click Previous Item or Exit Page to close the window without changing the percentage.) XMTC User’s Manual...
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Enter the desired number of minutes and seconds in the text box, and click Next Item/Enter to confirm the entry. (Click Previous Item or Exit Page to close the window without changing the percentage.) You are then returned to the Configure Cal window. XMTC User’s Manual...
The Calibration Drifts command enables you to view the drift of both zero and span gases since the last calibration. A window similar to Figure 22 below opens. Figure 22: Calibration Drifts Window Click on any button to return to the Field Cal window. XMTC User’s Manual...
3.6.5 Hold Last Value Besides performing a calibration or configuring values, you can program the XMTC to hold the last calibrated value. From the Field Cal window (see Figure 11 on page 21), click on Hold Last Value. The window remains the same, except that the button changes to Disable Hold Last.
3.7 4-20 mA Output The 4-20 mA Output command enables you to modify the output that the XMTC sends to an external device such as a recorder or digital multimeter. When you click on the 4-20 mA Output command from the Edit Functions menu (Figure 10 on page 20), a window similar to Figure 25 below opens.
Figure 28: 4 mA Signal Calibration Window Clicking on the UP command increases the signal incrementally, while clicking on the DOWN command decreases it incrementally. Clicking on Numeric Calibration opens a window similar to the one shown in Figure 29 on page 30. XMTC User’s Manual...
Enter the desired percentage, and click on Next Item/Enter to confirm the entry. A second text box opens, enabling you to test at another percentage if desired. Repeat the procedure until you have entered all desired test values. Then click Exit Page to close the window. XMTC User’s Manual...
The Error Handler command allows you to enable or disable error handling for specific error conditions for the XMTC. When you click on the Error Handler command from the Edit Functions menu (Figure 10 on page 20), a window similar to Figure 32 below opens. Clicking on any option opens the window for that option.
Figure 34: Error mA Output Window Enter the desired error mA output in the text box, and click on Next Item/Enter to confirm the entry. You are then asked for confirmation, as shown in Figure 35 on page 33. XMTC User’s Manual...
Page to close the window without changing the output.) However, if you click on mA Disable, you are also asked for confirmation. Click on IDM Disable to disable the drift error. You are then returned to the Error Handler window. XMTC User’s Manual...
Previous Item or Exit Page to close the window without changing the output.) However, if you click on mA Disable, you must confirm the choice in a second window. Click on IDM Disable to disable the under or over-range error. You are then returned to the Error Handler window. XMTC User’s Manual...
IMPORTANT: Do not use the Factory Cal option without referring to the Calibration Data Sheet enclosed with your XMTC. Varying from the parameters on the sheet can result in problems with the XMTC and other equipment. From the Edit Functions menu (shown in Figure 10 on page 20), click on the Factory Cal option. A window similar to Figure 39 below opens.
Figure 42: Additional Values for Point 1 Enter the x01 and x10 Gas mV values, and click on Next Item/Enter after each entry. After you have completed entering values, you are returned to the Factory Cal window. XMTC User’s Manual...
PC. Meter ID enables you to enter or change a meter network identification number. Click on the desired command. (Click Previous Item or Exit Page to close the window without entering any commands.) XMTC User’s Manual...
Tau down, and Fast Threshold % FS parameters. Then, click on Next Item/Enter to confirm the entry and open the next window. IMPORTANT: Do not change the default values for these parameters without consulting the factory. 3.10.2 Language If you click on Language, a window similar to Figure 46 below opens. Figure 46: Language Window XMTC User’s Manual...
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However, if you click on Reset to Defaults, the status is displayed in the Language window. Click on Next Item/Enter to confirm the entry. (Click Previous Item or Exit Page to close the window without changing the status.) XMTC User’s Manual...
After you have entered a new ID number, you cannot reverse the change. You must exit the page, close the connection, and reconnect the meter using the new number. Click on Next Item/Enter or Exit Page to return to the Advanced window. XMTC User’s Manual...
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1 Point (O set) 2 Point (Z/S) [Next Item/Enter] [Next Item] Con rm/Accept Current Entry [Exit Page] [Next Item] Return to Command Menu NOTE: Click [Exit Page] or [Previous Item] at any me to abort the current opera on. XMTC User’s Manual...
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Return to Previous Window [Next Item] [Next Item/Enter] Con rm/Accept Current Entry [Exit Page] Return to Command Menu IDM Enable IDM Disable NOTE: Click [Exit Page] or [Previous Item] at any me to abort the current opera on. XMTC User’s Manual...
Calibrating the 4-Port (flowing reference gas) XMTC with zero, span, and reference gases 4.2 Gas Ranges and Types The XMTC was calibrated at the factory for the range and gas mixture specified at the time of purchase. The following standard ranges and gases are provided:...
WARNING! The calibration procedure described in this section requires the use of specialized apparatus and should be performed only by properly trained personnel. To calibrate the XMTC, you will need the following equipment and materials: • XMTC Calibration Sheet •...
Complete the following steps before connecting and adjusting the zero, span, and reference gases: 1. Allow 30 minutes after power is turned on for the XMTC to reach temperature stability. 2. Loosen the set screw that locks the XMTC cover in place, and unscrew the cover (see Figure 53 below). Set Screw...
Figure 54: Calibration Switch Locations 4.5 2-Port (Sealed Reference Gas) Calibration 1. Connect the XMTC Sample Inlet to the zero gas via the Zero Gas Inlet on the sample system or other gas control system. 2. Establish a flow rate of 0.5 SCFH (250 cc/min) of zero gas at 0.0 psig to the XMTC.
Note: You can use a calibration gas flow rate as low as 5 cc/min to conserve gas. 3. Connect the XMTC Sample Inlet to the zero gas via the Zero Gas Inlet on the sample system or other gas control system.
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±0.05% of span per °C Required Sample Gas 0.1 to 4.0 SCFH (5 to 2000 cc/min), 0.5 SCFH (250 cc/min) nominal Flow Rate Required Reference Gas 0.01 to 4.0 SCFH (5 to 2,000 cc/min), 0.5 SCFH (250 cc/min) nominal Flow Rate XMTC User’s Manual...
PED 97/23/EC Note: For CE compliance, the power and I/O cables must be shielded. All cables must be terminated within the cable gland at the XMTC. Note: See the Certification Drawings in Appendix C, Installation and Wiring Diagrams, for additional details.
Chapter 5. Specifications 5.4 Accessories The following accessories are available for use with the XMTC: PS5R-C24 - 24 VDC power supply • X4 (*) - 4-wire cable (X specifies length), lengths up to 4000 ft (1200 m) are available •...
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D - Certification Label for Explosion-Proof Options 1. T6 rating label, for ambient temperatures up to 55°C 2. T5 rating label, for ambient temperatures up to 65°C E - Wetted Material 1. 316 Stainless Steel/Viton O rings 2. Hastelloy C276/Chemraz O rings XMTC User’s Manual...
Air (minimum range 0 to 20% CO 4. He in N 5. He in Air 6. Calibration for H cooled generators H /Air 7. CH in CO (minimum range 0 to 10% CH S. Special Note: Binary gas composition must total 100%. XMTC User’s Manual...
XMTC transmitter digital PCB assembly compatible with IDM communications software 910-185 Instrument Data Manager software and manual (supplied on floppy disk) CREDIT-XMTC Trade-in credit for uncontaminated XMTC. Partial credit to be determined after receipt and upon inspection at the factory. XMTC User’s Manual...
Appendix A. Supplemental Information A.4 Sample Calibration Sheet A typical calibration sheet example is shown in Figure 55 below. XMTC Calibration Sheet XMTC S/N: 2630 XMTC Part Number: XMTC-62-11 Calibration Part Number: XMTC-CAL-311 Calibration Gases: H2/N2 Calibration Ranges: 0 to 5%...
25 to 75% mixture. B.1.2 Equipment A typical instrumentation package includes a 2-port (Sealed Reference Gas - air) XMTC transmitter with a 4-20 mA range of 0-25% H mounted in a sample system similar to the one shown in Figure 56 below. A display package is often specified.
The sample system consists of needle valves for selection and isolation of sample, zero, and span gases, a needle valve for flow control, a filter/coalescer, a 2-port XMTC transmitter, a pressure gauge, a flowmeter, and a sample pump. All components are mounted on a painted steel plate.
C (+1000 to +2500 B.1.6 Detailed Operating Procedure The following procedure details the start-up, operation, and calibration of the 2-port (Sealed Reference Gas) XMTC sample system for heat treat furnace applications shown in Figure 56 on page 59. Needle valves N1 through N4 on the sample system drawing have the following functions: •...
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6. Leak test all sample system fittings, as well as those leading to the sample system. 7. Bring 24 VDC to the XMTC. Refer to Chapter 2, Installation, and allow 1 hour before proceeding. 8. Bring 120 VAC to the sample pump.
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Appendix B. Typical Applications B.1.6b Calibration Refer to Chapter 4, Calibration, for the complete XMTC calibration procedure. The procedures below are only a supplement to that procedure. These procedures show the valve configurations necessary to deliver the calibration gases to the XMTC.
, the mixture can become explosive. B.2.2 Equipment A typical instrumentation package includes a 4-port (Flowing Reference Gas - hydrogen), explosion-proof XMTC transmitter with a 4-20 mA range of 80 to 100% H mounted in a sample system similar to the one shown in Figure 58 below.
The sample system consists of inlet needle valves for sample, zero, span, and reference gases; a 4-port explosion-proof XMTC; two pressure gauges; and two flowmeters. All components are mounted on a painted steel plate. A pump may be needed to draw a sample through the sample system.
C (+86 to +122 B.2.7 Detailed Operating Procedure The following procedure details the start-up, operation, and calibration of the 4-port (Flowing Reference Gas) XMTC sample system for the hydrogen purity applications shown in Figure 58 on page 64. Needle valves N1 through N4 on the sample system drawing have the following functions: •...
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6. Leak test all sample system fittings, as well as those leading to the sample system. 7. Bring 24 VDC to the XMTC. Refer to Chapter 2, Installation, and allow 1 hour before proceeding. 8. Slowly open N1 until the sample outlet flowmeter reads mid-scale. The pressure gauge at the sample outlet should read 0 psig.
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Appendix B. Typical Applications B.2.7b Calibration Refer to Chapter 4, Calibration, for the complete XMTC calibration procedure. The procedures below are only a supplement to that procedure. These procedures show the valve configurations necessary to bring the calibration gases to the XMTC.
Appendix C. Installation and Wiring Diagrams Appendix C. Installation and Wiring Diagrams This appendix includes the following XMTC drawings in 11” x 17” fold-out format: • Figure 60, “Certification Drawing (ref. 752-168, Rev. E. SH1),” on page 71 • Figure 61, “Certification Drawing (ref, 752-168, Rev. E, SH2),” on page 72 •...
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C29 MAY EXTEND OVER THE EDGE OF THE PCB 0.14" MAX. 3. TRIM J6 AND J7 LEADS TO 0.04 INCHES MAX HEIGHT ABOVE THE PCB. OX + PRESS 4. INSTALL VR3 AT CR2 LOCATION AND INSTALL VR4 AT CR4 LOCATION. XMTC User’s Manual...
SOLDER MUST BE FLUSH TO BOARD. DO NOT CUT, TRIM OR TIN EXCESS LEADS. 6. INSTALL CHASSIS GROUND WIRE ON THE BOTTOM SIDE OF THE PCB. APPLY LOCTITE 416 INSTANT ADHESIVE AND LOCTITE 7452 ACCELERATOR OR EQUIVALENT TO TACK WIRE TO PCB. XMTC User’s Manual...
Appendix C. Installation and Wiring Diagrams ASSEMBLY TOP BOTTOM SIDE ASSEMBLY NOTES: 1. ASSEMBLE PER IPC-A-610 AND/OR PANAMETRICS STANDARD 957-002. XMTC User’s Manual...
To access the enhanced Advanced Option: From the Edit Functions menu (see Figure 10 on page 20), click on Advanced. 2. When a window similar to Figure 73 below opens, enter your factory-level password. Contact GE for the appropriate password.
Heater - sets a specified operating temperature for the XMTC cell. • Balance Bridge - compensates the XMTC cell for nonlinearity in the bridge (for factory use only). • Factory Commands - allows users to upload or download modified settings or to reset the values to the •...
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Heater (cont.) The next command, as shown in Figure 76 below, asks you to enter the Proportional Band (in degrees C). This parameter should be set at 5° unless otherwise specified by GE. Figure 76: Proportional Band in the Heater Window Enter the desired value and click on Next Item/Enter to confirm the entry.
Click on Next Item/Enter after the bridge has reached stability. You can monitor stability in the Real Time/Diagnostics menu of IDM. The next window lists the selected thermal parameters, as shown in Figure 79 below. Figure 79: Zero Correction Window XMTC User’s Manual...
Figure 80: Thermal Balance (or Imbalance) Window Click on Next Item/Enter to return to the Advanced window. D.4 Factory Settings The window for the Factory Settings command is similar to Figure 81 below. Figure 81: Factory Settings Command XMTC User’s Manual...
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However, if you click on Reset to Defaults, the status is displayed in the Factory Settings window. Click on Next Item/Enter to confirm the entry. (Click Previous Item or Exit Page to close the window without changing the status.) XMTC User’s Manual...
Previous Item to return to the previous parameter, or Exit Page to close the window without changing any values.) K-factor At the next command, as shown in Figure 85 below, enter the (the compensation for the PWM percentage) for point #1. Figure 85: K-factor Window XMTC User’s Manual...
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, a compensation to the bridge reading during ambient temperature transitions. Figure 87: Temperature mV Kfactor Window Enter the desired number and click on Next Item/Enter to confirm the entry. You are then returned to the Advanced menu. XMTC User’s Manual...
GE P/N Z4(*) or equivalent for all explosion/flameproof installation. 3. Terminate the shield to the cable gland. It is recommended to use GE P/N 419-215 or equivalent for all weatherproof installation and GE P/N 419-217 or equivalent for all explosion/flameproof installation.
Appendix E. CE Mark Compliance E.2 EMI Filter Board For CE compliance, an EMI filter board has been added to the XMTC (see Figure 88 below). This board is connected internally to terminal block . The power and analog output connections are now made to terminal block on the EMI filter board.
1. Install the first cable entry device in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Note: If installation of the cable entry device is only partially complete, GE recommends tagging the device to ensure the safety of subsequent users.
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6. If you are Installing the second cable entry device, do so in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Note: If installation of the cable entry device is only partially complete, GE recommends tagging the device to ensure the safety of subsequent users.
1. Install the first cable entry device in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Note: If installation of the cable entry device is only partially complete, GE recommends tagging the device to ensure the safety of subsequent users.
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6. If you are installing the second cable entry device, do so in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Note: If installation of the cable entry device is only partially complete, GE recommends tagging the device to ensure the safety of subsequent users.
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RETURN AUTHORIZATION NUMBER (RAN), and shipping instructions for the return of the instrument to a service center will be provided. 2. If GE Sensing instructs you to send your instrument to a service center, it must be shipped prepaid to the authorized repair station indicated in the shipping instructions.
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Cable glands of an approved flameproof design, ATEX + IECEx rated Ex d IIC, are required. These must be installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Where the cable glands are provided by GE, the manufacturer's instructions, as supplied, to GE, will be included in the documentation.
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Certification & Safety Statements for the XMTC Gas Analyzer October 2013 Special Conditions for Safe Use • Consult the manufacturer if dimensional information on the flameproof joints is necessary. Markings • Markings shall appear on the product as shown below: 910-217, Rev.
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Billerica, MA 01821 declare under our sole responsibility that the XMO2 Oxygen Analyzer XMTC Thermal Conductivity Binary Gas Transmitter to which this declaration relates, are in conformity with the following standards: • IECEx 60079-0: 2011 & EN 60079-0: 2012 • IECEx 60079-1: 2007 & EN 60079-0: 2007 •...
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Customer Support Centers U.S.A. The Boston Center 1100 Technology Park Drive Billerica, MA 01821 U.S.A. Tel: 800 833 9438 (toll-free) 978 437 1000 E-mail: sensing@ge.com Ireland Sensing House Shannon Free Zone East Shannon, County Clare Ireland Tel: +353 (0)61 470291 E-mail: gesensingsnnservices@ge.com An ISO 9001:2008 Certified Company www.ge-mcs.com/en/about-us/quality.html...
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