Lime Datavan Manual Update 092213

Lime Instruments
Datavan with
LimeFrac Software
User Guide
Lime Instruments
1187 Brittmoore Road
Houston, Texas 77043
713-781-1883
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Copyright 2012 by Lime Instruments.
This guide contains information pertaining to the proper use of the Lime Instruments Datavan. It gives
guidance and instructions for the Operator to understand and operate the Datavan equipment and
software system. This guide is not a substitute for properly trained personnel or common sense.
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Publication Date: May 2012

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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
1.0 Overview .................................................................................................................................... 1
1.1 Purpose .............................................................................................................................. 1
1.2 Scope ................................................................................................................................. 1
1.3 Deliverables ........................................................................................................................ 1
2.0 Overview of LimeFrac ............................................................................................................... 2
2.1 Devices ............................................................................................................................... 2
2.2 Channels and Channel List ................................................................................................. 3
2.3 Action Button ...................................................................................................................... 3
2.4 Data Acquisition .................................................................................................................. 5
3.0 Roles and Responsibilities....................................................................................................... 6
3.1 Treater ................................................................................................................................ 6
3.2 Project Engineer ................................................................................................................. 6
3.3 Multipump Operator ............................................................................................................ 6
3.4 Blender Tender ................................................................................................................... 6
3.5 Density Meter and Transmitter Operator (Optional) ............................................................. 6
4.0 LimeFrac Client Overview ........................................................................................................ 7
4.1 Shell Interface ..................................................................................................................... 7
4.2 User Interfaces ................................................................................................................... 8
4.2.1 Single Purpose Interfaces......................................................................................... 8
4.2.2 Multi-Purpose Interfaces ........................................................................................... 8
4.3 User Interface Task Bar .................................................................................................... 13
4.4 Digital Display ................................................................................................................... 14
4.5 Line Graph ........................................................................................................................ 15
4.6 Wellbore Simulation (available on Figure 11) .................................................................... 15
4.6.1 Configuring Wellbore Simulation............................................................................. 17
4.6.2 Using Wellbore ....................................................................................................... 23
4.7 Flexible Display Area ........................................................................................................ 24
5.0 System Setup .......................................................................................................................... 25
5.1 Pre-job Plan ...................................................................................................................... 25
5.2 Schedules ......................................................................................................................... 27
5.2.1 Blender Setup......................................................................................................... 27
5.2.2 Edit Blender Schedule ............................................................................................ 28
5.3 Functions Dialog ............................................................................................................... 31
5.3.1 Add a Function Button ............................................................................................ 33
5.3.2 Rename an Existing Functions Button .................................................................... 34
5.3.3 Delete an Existing Function Button ......................................................................... 35
5.4 Devices ............................................................................................................................. 36
5.4.1 Select a Device ...................................................................................................... 36
5.5 Channels .......................................................................................................................... 37
5.5.1 Select a Channel .................................................................................................... 37
5.6 Adding Devices to LimeFrac ............................................................................................. 38
5.6.1 Adding a device from the pre-configured device list ................................................ 39
5.6.2 Adding a custom device.......................................................................................... 42
5.6.3 Updating a device ................................................................................................... 45
5.6.4 Removing a device ................................................................................................. 46
5.7 Line Graph Assignments and Plot Legend ........................................................................ 47
5.7.1 Assigning Channels to Plots: .................................................................................. 47
5.7.2 Setting the Plot Lines: ............................................................................................. 48
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5.7.3 Assigning Plots to Specific Scales: ......................................................................... 49

5.7.4 Graph Elements...................................................................................................... 50
5.7.5 Scale Legend ......................................................................................................... 51
5.8 Smoothing Data ................................................................................................................ 52
5.8.1 Smoothing Data for Acquisition............................................................................... 52
5.8.2 Smoothing Data for Presentation ............................................................................ 52
5.8.3 Smoothing in Graphs .............................................................................................. 52
5.8.4 Smoothing Before Logging ..................................................................................... 54
5.9 Events and Annotations .................................................................................................... 55
5.9.1 Manually adding annotations to job file: .................................................................. 55
5.9.2 Events/Annotations Table ....................................................................................... 58
5.10 Set an Alarm to a Digital Display ....................................................................................... 60
5.10.1 Remove an Alarm from a Digital Display ................................................................ 61
5.11 Formulas ........................................................................................................................... 62
5.11.1 Create a Formula.................................................................................................... 62
5.11.2 Edit a Formula ........................................................................................................ 64
5.11.3 Deleting a Formula ................................................................................................. 66
5.11.4 Formula Functions .................................................................................................. 68
5.11.5 Linked Channels ..................................................................................................... 68
5.11.6 Automatic Annotation Based on Formula ................................................................ 68
6.0 Advanced Operations ............................................................................................................. 69
6.1 Syndicate Local Formulas (Publishing Data on the Network) ............................................ 69
6.2 Zero a Channel Value ....................................................................................................... 69
6.3 Maintain Files .................................................................................................................... 69
6.3.1 Log File Storage ..................................................................................................... 69
6.3.2 Technical Data Management Streaming File Format .............................................. 69
6.3.3 TDMS Add In .......................................................................................................... 69
6.3.4 Export Technical Data Management Streaming Files ............................................. 70
6.3.5 Log Data to External Database ............................................................................... 73
6.3.6 Stream Data via Ethernet or Server ........................................................................ 75
6.4 Printing Data ..................................................................................................................... 77
6.4.1 Print 1 Graph .......................................................................................................... 78
6.4.2 Print 3 Graphs ........................................................................................................ 81
6.4.3 Quick Print .............................................................................................................. 85
7.0 Troubleshooting...................................................................................................................... 89
7.1 Remap a Channel on the Datavan cRIO ........................................................................... 89
7.2 Swapping a Device ........................................................................................................... 89
7.3 Lime Admin Tool ............................................................................................................... 90
8.0 Post-job Reporting .................................................................................................................. 91
8.1 Printing Reports ................................................................................................................ 91
8.2 Printing Data ..................................................................................................................... 91
9.0 System Shutdown ................................................................................................................... 92
Appendix A: Datavan Specifications .............................................................................................. 93
Appendix B: IP Address Scheme ................................................................................................. 101
Appendix C: File Based Writer Filter ............................................................................................ 103
Appendix D: Stratum 1 Time Server ............................................................................................. 104
Appendix E: Datavan Layout and Computer Numbering............................................................ 105
Appendix F: Pump Numbering and Addressing Techniques ..................................................... 106
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Appendix G: Interaction with Company Representative (The Company Man) ........................ 107
Appendix H: Service Whom to Call and When to Take Action ................................................ 108
Appendix I: Technical Data Management Streaming Add-in to Excel ...................................... 109
Appendix J: Hardware Against Software Piracy Key Licensing ................................................ 110
Appendix K: Using Admin Tool to validate TCP stream from device ........................................ 111
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List of Figures
Figure 1: Anatomy of a Device ............................................................................................................... 3
Figure 2: Anatomy of a Digital Display ................................................................................................. 14
Figure 3: Using a digital display (and its Configuration Menu).............................................................. 14
Figure 4: Anatomy of a Line Graph ...................................................................................................... 15
Figure 5: Data Acquisition Overview ...................................................................................................... 5
Figure 6: Shell Interface (SESClient.exe) .............................................................................................. 7
Figure 7: Shell Interface Access ............................................................................................................ 7
Figure 8: User Interface ......................................................................................................................... 8
Figure 9: Digitals Interface ..................................................................................................................... 9
Figure 10: Schedule Interface ................................................................................................................ 9
Figure 11: Graph Interface ................................................................................................................... 10
Figure 12: Digitals + Graph Interface ................................................................................................... 10
Figure 13: Digitals + Graph + Flexible Display Area Interface .............................................................. 11
Figure 14: Wellbore + Digitals Interface ............................................................................................... 11
Figure 15: Schedule + Graph Interface ................................................................................................ 12
Figure 16: Anatomy of the Wellbore..................................................................................................... 16
Figure 17: Configuring Wellbore .......................................................................................................... 17
Figure 18: Loading a Pre-Defined Wellbore Configuration ................................................................... 18
Figure 19: Choosing the pre-defined wellbore file ................................................................................ 18
Figure 20: Selecting Data for the Wellbore .......................................................................................... 19
Figure 21: Editing Fluid Stages on Wellbore ........................................................................................ 20
Figure 22: Choosing Fluid/Stage Color ................................................................................................ 20
Figure 23: Schedule Set up ................................................................................................................. 21
Figure 24: Appearance Tab ................................................................................................................. 22
Figure 25: Using Wellbore ................................................................................................................... 23
Figure 26: User Interface Task Bar ...................................................................................................... 13
Figure 27: Flexible Display Area Tabs ................................................................................................. 24
Figure 28: Customer Information Screen ............................................................................................. 25
Figure 29: Selext Excel File Screen ..................................................................................................... 26
Figure 30: Blender Table Scren ........................................................................................................... 27
Figure 31: Editing Blender Schedule.................................................................................................... 28
Figure 32: Enter New Stage ................................................................................................................ 28
Figure 34: Editing Stage Values .......................................................................................................... 29
Figure 36: Delete a Stage .................................................................................................................... 30
Figure 37: Anatomy of the Plot Legend................................................................................................ 47
Figure 38: Assigning Channels to Plots ............................................................................................... 47
Figure 39: Setting the Plot Lines .......................................................................................................... 48
Figure 40: Assigning Plots to Specific Scales ...................................................................................... 49
Figure 41: Plot Scales Layout .............................................................................................................. 49
Figure 42: Graph Elements .................................................................................................................. 50
Figure 43: Graph Elements Layout ...................................................................................................... 50
Figure 44: Scale Legend...................................................................................................................... 51
Figure 45: Anatomy of Scale Legend ................................................................................................... 51
Figure 46: Functions Button Main Screen ............................................................................................ 55
Figure 47: Create Annotation Button.................................................................................................... 55
Figure 48: Create Annotation Dialog .................................................................................................... 56
Figure 49: Choosing Annotation .......................................................................................................... 56
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Figure 50: Annotation on Graph........................................................................................................... 57

Figure 51: Events Tab ......................................................................................................................... 57
Figure 53: Edit Annotation Table ......................................................................................................... 58
Figure 54: Edit Table Assignments ...................................................................................................... 59
Figure 55: Edit Table Assignments ...................................................................................................... 59
Figure 57: Functions Dialog Screen ..................................................................................................... 31
Figure 58: Functions Dialog Wrench .................................................................................................... 33
Figure 59: Functions Dialog Edit Mode ................................................................................................ 33
Figure 60: Functions Button Edit/Create Screen .................................................................................. 34
Figure 61: Functions Dialog Wrench .................................................................................................... 35
Figure 62: Functions Diaolog Remove Button...................................................................................... 35
Figure 63: Devices Menu ..................................................................................................................... 36
Figure 64: Devices Configurator Button ............................................................................................... 38
Figure 65: Anatomy of Devices Configurator ....................................................................................... 38
Figure 67: Devices Configurator Button ............................................................................................... 39
Figure 68: Adding a New Device ......................................................................................................... 40
Figure 69: Insert Device Order............................................................................................................. 40
Figure 70: Changing the Name and Entering in IP Address ................................................................. 41
Figure 71: Adding a Custom Device .................................................................................................... 42
Figure 72: Advanced Settings in Adding a Custom Device .................................................................. 42
Figure 73: Choosing the Number of Channels in a Device ................................................................... 43
Figure 74: Using Labels from this List .................................................................................................. 43
Figure 75: Changing Channel Names .................................................................................................. 44
Figure 76: After a New Device is Added .............................................................................................. 44
Figure 77: Updating a Device .............................................................................................................. 45
Figure 78: Changing Device Name and/or Values ............................................................................... 45
Figure 79: Removing a Device ............................................................................................................. 46
Figure 80: Removing a Device Dialog .................................................................................................. 46
Figure 81: Alarm Setup ........................................................................................................................ 60
Figure 82: Alarm Number Pad Screen ................................................................................................. 60
Figure 83: Alarm Setup ........................................................................................................................ 61
Figure 84: Alarm Number Pad Screen ................................................................................................. 61
Figure 85: Channel Selection Menu ..................................................................................................... 37
Figure 87: Formula Editor Button ......................................................................................................... 62
Figure 88: Formula Editor Screen ........................................................................................................ 63
Figure 89: Edit Formula Screen ........................................................................................................... 63
Figure 97: Delete Formula Prompt ....................................................................................................... 67
Figure 98: Smoothing Data for Presentation ........................................................................................ 53
Figure 99: Plot Legend Post-Smoothing .............................................................................................. 53
Figure 100: Functions Button Main Screen .......................................................................................... 70
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Figure 101: Export Files Button ........................................................................................................... 70

Figure 102: Export Files Screen .......................................................................................................... 71
Figure 103: File Path Selection ............................................................................................................ 72
Figure 104: File Export Prompt ............................................................................................................ 72
Figure 106: Database Out Configurator ............................................................................................... 73
Figure 107: Database Out Configurator Screen ................................................................................... 74
Figure 109: Stream Out Configurator Button........................................................................................ 75
Figure 110: Anatomy of Stream Out Configurator ................................................................................ 76
Figure 111: Single (1) Graph Screen ................................................................................................... 77
Figure 112: Triple (3) Graph Screen .................................................................................................... 77
Figure 114: Print (1 Graph) Button ....................................................................................................... 78
Figure 115: Printing Options Screen .................................................................................................... 79
Figure 116: Print TDMS Files Screen .................................................................................................. 79
Figure 117: Graph Assignments Button for Printing ............................................................................. 80
Figure 118: Graph Assignments Setup for Printing .............................................................................. 80
Figure 119: Print Button on Print Screen ............................................................................................. 80
Figure 120: Print Setup Screen............................................................................................................ 80
Figure 121: Exit Button ........................................................................................................................ 81
Figure 123: Print (3 Graph) Button ....................................................................................................... 81
Figure 125: Print TDMS File Screen ..................................................................................................... 82
Figure 126: Graph Assignments Button for Printing ............................................................................. 83
Figure 127: Graph Selection Screen for Edit Assignments .................................................................. 83
Figure 128: Graph Assignments Setup for Printing ............................................................................... 83
Figure 129: Print Button on Print Screen .............................................................................................. 84
Figure 130: Print Setup Screen............................................................................................................ 84
Figure 131: Exit Button ........................................................................................................................ 84
Figure 132: Quick Print Button .............................................................................................................. 85
Figure 133: Quick Print Graph ............................................................................................................. 85
Figure 135: Print TDMS File Screen .................................................................................................... 86
Figure 137: Import to Excel Button on Quick Print Screen ................................................................... 87
Figure 138: Export to Excel Prompt ..................................................................................................... 87
Figure 139: Print Button on Quick Print Screen ................................................................................... 88
Figure 140: Done Button on Quick Print Screen .................................................................................. 88
Figure 141: Lime Admin Tool ............................................................................................................... 90
Figure 142: Lime Standard 26 Datavan .............................................................................................. 93
Figure 143: Lime Standard 42 Datavan .............................................................................................. 94
Figure 144: Lime Standard 26 Datavan 120V Breaker Box Wiring Diagram ........................................ 95
Figure 145: Lime Standard 42 Datavan 120V Breaker Box Wiring Diagram........................................ 96
Figure 146: Lime Standard 26 Datavan 12V Electrical Schematic ...................................................... 97
Figure 147: Lime Standard 42 Datavan 12V Electrical Schematic ...................................................... 98
Figure 148: IP Addresses .................................................................................................................. 101
Figure 149: MRB Graph..................................................................................................................... 102
Figure 150: Information Path .............................................................................................................. 103
Figure 151: Aerial View of Lime Standard 26 Datavan Layout .......................................................... 105
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Figure 152: Aerial View of Lime Standard 42 Datavan Layout .......................................................... 105
Figure 153: Default Pump Layout Example........................................................................................ 106
Figure 154: Pinging an IP Address .................................................................................................... 111
Figure 155 .......................................................................................................................................... 112
List of Tables
Table 1: Action Button ............................................................................................................................ 3
Table 2: Functions Dialog Screen Buttons ............................................................................................ 32
Table 3: Formula Functions .................................................................................................................. 68
Table 4: Datavan Equipment and Specifications ................................................................................... 99
Table 5: Datavan Terms and Definitions ............................................................................................. 100
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Overview
1.0 Overview
Lime Instruments 26' and 42' Datavans are designed to acquire critical data and control all aspects
of a typical fracturing spread through the latest technological advancements for the oilfield servicing
industry.
Lime Instruments Datavan is available as a 26' chassis-mounted cabin and a 42' trailer (see
Appendix A:Datavan Specifications). The following sections describe features and dimensions for
both models.
1.1 Purpose
The purpose of the Datavan User Guide is to provide information to the Operators on setting up and
operating the Data Acquisition System (DAS). It also contains instructions for operating and
controlling the various stations within the Datavan.
1.2 Scope
This user guide covers operations that the Datavan, Frac, Blender, Hydrator and Chemical Additive
Operators use to initiate Datavan displays and integrate the DAS with the operating software control
systems for the following oilfield services vehicles:
Frac Pump Trucks
Blender Trucks
Sand Trucks
Hydration Trucks
Chemical Additive Vehicles
This guide does not cover operations and maintenance of the Datavan vehicle, specific operating
software control system instructions for the oilfield service vehicles, or specific instructions for
optional Density Meter and Transmittal (DMAT). Please refer to the respective manuals or user
guides for this information.
1.3 Deliverables
The deliverables to the customer in regard to the DAS are:
Printed data.
Post-job report.
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Overview of Lime Frac
2.0 Overview of LimeFrac

LimeFrac is a software application platform developed by Lime Instruments that allows the Operator
in the Datavan to track and record data from various pieces of equipment used to run a Well
Stimulation or Hydraulic Fracturicting (frac) job. The software offers three types of display: line graph,
digital display, and wellbore simulation.
2.1 Devices
A device is an electronically controlled or monitored piece of equipment that is critical to the operation
of frac jobs (Figure 1). Examples of equipment, or devices, would be Data Van, Pumper, Blender,
Hydration, or Chemical Additive. Each device is equipped with sensors that map to channels, data
collection hardware, and an Ethernet network for communications. Refer to section 5.4 for details on
Devices.
Sand
Blender Hydration
Data Van
Pumper
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Equipment Sensors
Channel List
Data Ethernet Lime Frac
Sensor 1
Collection Clients
Sensor 2
Hardware
Sensor 3
All channel data is sent to

all clients who are
connected to the device
once per second.
Figure 1: Anatomy of a Device
2.2 Channels and Channel List

Each piece of equipment (Device) has sensors that are mapped to channels. Each device publishes
a list of channels to the network. For example, a pumper device might publish Revolutions Per
Minute (RPM), oil pressure, battery voltage, etc.
Each channel represents an individual value that is continuously updated. Channels can represent
different types of values, including:
Raw sensor values (e.g., 6 milliamps)
Totalized values (e.g., 75 gallons pumped)
Formulas (e.g., one or more values combined to derive other values)
Refer to section 5.5 for details on channels.
2.3 Action Button

An action button is an option on a digital or analog display. An action button executes an action on
the assigned channel; the action is specific to the type of channel assigned to the display.
Table 1 outlines the action button titles and functions.
Table 1: Action Button
Type of Channels Action Titles Functions

Assigned
Analog Value Zero Sets the current reading to report as zero when
Minimum assigned to an analog input or a running minimum or
maximum
Maximum
Total Reset Total Restarts the totalizer to zero when assigned to a total
Increment Increment Increases the channel by +1 when attached to an
increment
Decrement Decrement Decreases the channel by -1 when attached to a
decrement
Timer Reset Timer to Zero Resets the timer to zero when attached to a timer
formula
Formula Linked Action Cascades the action button press when attached to a
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2.4 Data Acquisition

Figure 2 shows the overall view of the DAS. The information collected from the multipump computer
device and the blender device is visible above the graph view. The data from the two devices
displays within the graph.
Figure 2: Data Acquisition Overview

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Roles and Responsibilities
3.0 Roles and Responsibilities

The roles and responsibilities at the Datavan stations are divided among four designated Operators:
Treater, Project Engineer, Multipump Operator, and Blender Tender. Each Operator has his or her
own work station (see Appendix F: Pump Numbering and Addressing Techniques) and specific
duties related to his or her work in the Datavan.
3.1 Treater
The Treater is the core of the operation and is generally responsible for the following duties:
Setting up the Blender, Hydrator and/or ChemAdd Schedules
Managing the Operators and the field
Assembling the data for the customer
Tending to the customer's request
3.2 Project Engineer

The Project Engineer maintains the chemical composition, which includes sand and water, for the
blender.
3.3 Multipump Operator

The Multipump Operator has several duties to perform. Those duties include operating and
monitoring up to 20 pumps (per multipump station).
3.4 Blender Tender

The Blender Tender is stationed in the blender cab and operates the blender.
3.5 Density Meter and Transmitter Operator (Optional)

If a DMAT Operator is assigned to the job, he or she works with the DMAT in the Datavan. Typically,
this task is assigned to another person on the job.
The DMAT receives slurry density data from the Texas Nuclear densometer, calculates slurry
material concentrations, and syndicates the data throughout the Datavan network.
The DMAT has two analog outputs (0-16mA) and a text stream output via an Ethernet connection.
The system allows the Operator to calibrate detectors on the fly, which reduces job problems and
the need for field repairs.
The DMAT is an embedded microprocessor-based system with a touch-screen Operator interface
that is mounted in a panel or handle rail via a vesa mount. The display measures 8.4" and is viewable
in direct sunlight. The DMAT operation interface includes three tabs: Main, Calibration, and Setup.
For more information about the Lime Instruments DMAT system, please see the Lime Instruments
Density Meter and Transmitter (DMAT) Operation Manual.
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4.0 LimeFrac Client Overview

The LimeFrac Client is an application that can acquire data from multiple devices, process it, save it
and re-transfer that data to other systems in processed or unprocessed form.
4.1 Shell Interface

In a standard configuration, the LimeFrac Client initially displays a Shell Interface (Figure 3). The
shell interface displays for only a few seconds and then instantly minimizes, but it continues to run in
the background.
The shell interface contains four buttons that allow the Operator to perform various functions. The
buttons are:
cRIO Webpage: Opens the cRIO webpage to access advanced settings.
Functions : launches the custom function interfaceExit: Shuts down the LimeFrac Client system.
Debug: Opens a diagnostic interface.
Figure 3: Shell Interface (SESClient.exe)
On a computer that has a start menu, the Operator can access the shell interface at any time for
diagnostic purposes by selecting it in the Microsoft Windows taskbar at the bottom of the computer
screen (Figure 4).
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4.2 User Interfaces

After the shell interface minimizes, the LimeFrac Client displays one of the user interface options
(Figure 5) on the screen at each of the Datavan stations.
The LimeFrac Client offers eight displays for the user interface, consisting of single purpose and
multi-purpose interfaces. These include the shell interface, the user interface, and a series of dialogs.
Each interface is composed of graphs, digitals, wellbore or the flexible display area.
4.2.1 Single Purpose Interfaces

Digitals (Figure 6)
Schedule (Figure 7)
10 Plot Graph (Figure 8)
Shell (Figure 3)
4.2.2 Multi-Purpose Interfaces

Digitals + 1 Graph (Figure 9)
Digitals + 1 Graph + Flexible Display Area (Figure 10)
Wellbore + Digitals (Figure 11)
Schedule + 1 Graph (Figure 12)
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Figure 6: Digitals Interface
Figure 7: Schedule Interface (Showing Two Blenders)

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Figure 8: Graph Interface (Plotting Seven Values)
Figure 9: Digitals + Graph Interface (Plotting Ten Values)

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Figure 10: Digitals + Graph + Flexible Display Area Interface
Figure 11: Wellbore + Digitals Interface (see 4.3 for details on using Wellbore)

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Figure 12: Schedule + Graph Interface (Showing One Blender Schedule and Plotting Ten
Values)

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4.3 User Interface Task Bar

The bar across the top of the user interface screen allows the Treater to set up and monitor the
functions of the LimeFrac Client (Figure 13). The bar also allows the Treater to perform several tasks
for the job.
Figure 13: User Interface Task Bar

The items in the bar and their functions are:
1. The Functions button opens the Functions Dialog screen.
2. The Save Settings button saves the screen configuration.
3. The Exit button exits the job.
4. The TDMS field displays the name of the location and the name of the file in use.
5. The Customer icon ( ) displays the Customer Information screen and starts a new file.
6. The Logging On button( ) records data from the job. The Logging Off button
( ) shows the data is not recording.
7. The Interface field displays the type of User Interface that is displayed on the screen.

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4.4 Digital Display

The digital display provides the Operator with a digital reading of an assigned channel (Figure 14)
that is attached to a device. It displays the channel name, digital value, and the unit of measure (if
applicable). The Operator also has the option to display a button for zeroing the channel.
Figure 14: Anatomy of a Digital Display
Within the digital display, the Operator can perform several functions to assign or change the
attributes of the display (Figure 15). For instance, the Operator can click on the device name to
assign a channel and click the value to select a configure option for the display.
Figure 15: Using a digital display (and its Configuration Menu)

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4.5 Line Graph

The line graph interface displays the data being acquired in real time to the Operator (Figure 16).
The Operator has the ability to assign up to 10 channels to be plotted on the graph. As well as
assigning the line color, style, and scales. Which section??The operator can also set smoothing
samples directly from clicking on the graph. For details on smoothing data see section 5.8.
Figure 16: Anatomy of a Line Graph
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Displays an image of what the wellbore under treatment might look like given the user defined inputs
(Figure 17).
The current wellbore system is operated using two datasets:

1. Definition of the wellbore dimensions
2. Treating parameters
a. Rate
b. Pressure
c. Slurry concentration (per stage)
Figure 17: Anatomy of the Wellbore

Wellbore diagram: Representation of Wellbore displaying fluids moving down hole.
Next Stage Button: Manually moves process into the next fluid stage.
Wellbore Configurator: Opens up wellbore configuration (section 4.3.1)
Fluid/Stage Up Next: Displays the next fluid/stage that is scheduled.
Stage Legend: Displays color, stage number, depth, and unit used to display user defined
channel.

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4.6.1 Configuring Wellbore Simulation

Click the Wellbore Configurator Wrench to bring up Wellbore Configurator (Figure 18).
1. Define the dimensions of wellbore

a. Create a section for each distinct section of pipe as defined by change in diameter.
b. Set the Depth, Bend Radius, and ISIP
Figure 18: Configuring Wellbore

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2. If the wellbore has already been defined, click Load Wellbore Configuration (Figure 19) and select
the saved configuration (Figure 20)
Figure 19: Loading a Pre-Defined Wellbore Configuration
Figure 20: Choosing the pre-defined wellbore file

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3. Selecting inputs for wellbore operation (Figure 21)

a. Select the device that hosts the channel, then select the channel, then click the >> button in
front of the selected setting.
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4. Defining the fluids as modeled in the wellbore, click the Fluids tab (Figure 22)
a. For each chemical in the job, add a fluid by defining name, weight, and viscosity.
Figure 22: Editing Fluid Stages on Wellbore

b. The user can define the colors that appear when new stages are triggered (Figure 23).
Figure 23: Choosing Fluid/Stage Color

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5. Schedule set up, click the Schedule tab (Figure 24)

a. For each stage in the job, add a fluid and name the stage.
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6. Appearance tab
a. This tab is used to set the position and size of the Wellbore diagram display by clicking and
dragging the edges of the Wellbore Positioning diagram (Figure 25)
b. The user can also define the Tick Length, Scale Mode, and Feet per Division
Figure 25: Appearance Tab

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4.6.2 Using Wellbore
Figure 26: Using Wellbore
The User has two options of staging the wellbore:
1. Manually
Click the Next Stage button ( ) on the wellbore, (when you know amount of stages)
2. Automatically
Based on a preset formula (refer to section 5.8.1)
Based on a different button from the wellbore (useful to manually advance from another
computer), refer to section 5.8.1 and the idea of setting up a channel and turning on the button
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4.7 Flexible Display Area

The flexible display area is able to host four types of tabs at the bottom of the right-hand side of the
screen (Figure 27). The Operator uses these tabs to perform difference functions.
Figure 27: Flexible Display Area Tabs

The list below outlines the tab and their functions.
1. The Graph tab - displays an additional graph (see section 4.5).
2. The Digitals tab - displays additional digital displays (see section 4.4).
3. The Events tab - displays comments in the job file (see section 5.9).
4. The Schedule tab - displays Blender, Chemadd, or Hydrator schedules and allows creating and
editing the schedules (see section 5.2 for details on using schedules).
Note: This is only supported with Blender, Chemadd and Hydrators that have LimeFrac control
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5.0 System Setup

This section outlines the process of setting up the system and entering the necessary data before
recording a job.
5.1 Pre-job Plan

The LimeFrac Client is equipped with a pre-job plan template as a basis for setting up a job. The
Treater imports information into the template to establish the job stages and settings and create the
job plan. The job plan can also be used to set up the Blender, Hydrator or Chemadd Schedule.
Steps to import the pre-job plan into the LimeFrac Client are:
1. Click on the New File icon ( ) at the top of the user interface. (Go to http://limeinst.com/prejob
to get a sample pre-job file)
2. Enter the customer name, lease name, and job number in the appropriate fields in the Customer
Information screen (Figure 28).
3. Click on the Folder button.
Figure 28: Customer Information Screen

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4. Navigate to the pre-job file in the Select Excel File screen (Figure 29).
5. Click the Select button.
Figure 29: Selext Excel File Screen

6. Click the Done button in the Customer Information screen (Figure 28).

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5.2 Schedules
The Datavan Operator may integrate a blender with a Datavan, specifically sand stage scheduling. If
a Treater has a Lime-controlled blender, the Treater can monitor, configure, and control the
scheduling and staging of the blender through the LimeFrac Client.
5.2.1 Blender Setup

The Blender Table tab, located at the bottom of the user interface, displays the Blender Schedule
(Figure 30). This allows the Operator to create or edit the Blender Schedule.
Click on the Blender Tab at the bottom right of the screen to access the Blender Table.
Stage: Indicates the current operational stage from the blender schedule.
Schedule: the calendar/clock icon to the right of the Stage field allows you to import the blender
schedule.
Start: Begins the sand schedule.
Abort: All setpoints go to zero and schedule is over.
Pause: Sets all setpoints to zero and the button changes to say resume. Resume goes back to
the settings from before.
Hold: Keeps the settings that are currently on until the hold button indication is turned off by clicking
again.
Figure 30: Blender Table Screen

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5.2.2 Edit Blender Schedule

The Edit Blender Schedule screen allows the Operator to enter a new stage, edit an existing stage,
and delete a stage within the blender schedule during operations, if necessary.
Steps to enter a new stage to the Blender Schedule are:
1. Click the Edit Schedule button (Figure 31).
Figure 31: Editing Blender Schedule

2. Enter values for the new stage in the fields at the top of the screen (Figure 32).
3. Click the New Stage button.
4. Click the Send Schedule button.
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Steps to enter and edit the values for a stage in the Blender Schedule are:

2. Click on the appropriate table row for editing an individual stage (Figure 34).
3. Edit the values for the stage in the fields at the top of the screen.
Figure 34: Editing Stage Values

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Steps to delete a stage from the Blender Schedule are:


2. Click on the appropriate table row to delete (Figure 36)
3. Click the Delete Stage button.
Figure 36: Delete a Stage

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5.3 Functions Dialog

The Functions Dialog is a dynamic menu that extends menu functions of the LimeFrac Client. The
user launches it by clicking on the Functions button in the top left corner of any interface screen
(Figure 37).
Figure 37: Functions Button Main Screen

After the Functions button has been selected, the Function Dialog screen appears (Figure 38).
NOTE: The Page 1 tab is selected in the following figure.
Figure 38: Functions Dialog Screen

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The Functions Dialog is equipped with preset buttons (see Table 2).
Table 2: Functions Dialog Screen Buttons
Button Name Function

cRIO Webpage Allows access to the cRIO webpage for advanced settings
Admin Tool Allows Operator configurations and functionality set up (tech
support)
Customer Information Adds customer name and job information to the current data log
Change Labels Allows changes to channel names
Print (1 Graph) Prints data from a single graph
Print (3 Graph) Prints data from three graphs
Change Device Names Allows alternation of the names of configured devices
Send Command Sends a manual string command to a device
Calibration Allows calibrations to be performed
Create Annotation Adds an annotation marker to the current data file
Export TDMS Allows exporting of TDMS files to a savable location
Edit Annotation Table Allows changes in the Annotation Table
Stream Out Configurator Allows formula server configuration
Database Out Configurator Allows the configure data acquisition to integrate with other
databases
Export Files Exports files to a desired program and location
Formula Editor Allows editing of local formulas
On Screen Keyboard Provides an on-screen keyboard for use with touch-screen displays
Done Completes the function task

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5.3.1 Add a Function Button

The Functions Dialog screen can be customized to include user-defined buttons.
Steps to create a new Functions Dialog button are:
1. Click on the Wrench icon in the top left corner of the Functions Dialog screen (Figure 39).
Figure 39: Functions Dialog Wrench

2. Select a grayed-out button with a number on it. Example Button 19 (Figure 40).
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3. Assign a task to the button from one of the following selections (Figure 41).
External Program
Internal Command
View Another Computer
4. Type the appropriate name of the button in the Button Text field.
5. Click inside the Button Color box to assign a color to the button. (This step is optional.)
6. Click the button in the Preview field to test the action of the button.
7. Click the Done button.
Figure 41: Functions Button Edit/Create Screen

8. Click the Done button on the Functions Dialog: Edit Mode screen (Figure 40).
9. Click the Done button on the Functions Dialog screen (Figure 39).
5.3.2 Rename an Existing Functions Button

The LimeFrac Client allows the buttons that exist in the Function Dialog screen to be renamed.
Follow the first few steps in Section 5.3.1 Add a Function Button to access the Function Dialog: Edit
Mode screen, except type over the name of the existing button in Step 7. Follow the rest of the steps.

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5.3.3 Delete an Existing Function Button

The functions buttons on the Functions Dialog screen can be deleted. For instance, if a function
button was created but is no longer needed, the Operator can delete the button from the screen.
Steps to delete an existing function button are:
1. Click on the Wrench icon in the top left corner of the Functions Dialog screen (Figure 42).
2. Select the button to be deleted to open the Button Edit/Create screen.
Figure 42: Functions Dialog Wrench
3. Click the red Remove Button button (Figure 43).

Figure 43: Functions Diaolog Remove Button

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5.4 Devices
The LimeFrac Client is by default pre-configured to connect to a default set of devices from which the
system collects data. Devices may be added or removed as needed
See Section 5.5 for more information about channels.
5.4.1 Select a Device

All configured devices are available for selection throughout the system. A user may select any
connected device to attach to any digital displays, graphs, and as components of formulas.
Every device that is configured for use in the system is identifiable by its device name. To obtain a
particular piece of data, the user selects a device by its name and then selects a channel for that
device.
Steps to assign a device to a data display are:
1. Click on the value in any gauge or digital display, or click on a plot line at the top of a graph
(Figure 44).
2. Select a device from the Device menu.
Figure 44: Devices Menu

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5.5 Channels
A channel represents a stream of continuously updating values for one measurement or formula.
For example, if an Operator has configured the client to connect to a pump device, the Operator may
select discharge pressure as a channel for that pump to use in a gauge, digital display, or graph plot
line. The gauge, digital display, or plot line shows the most current value for the channel and is
continuously updated (default setting is once per second).
5.5.1 Select a Channel

Steps to select a channel are:
1. Click on the channel name above a digital display (Figure 45).
2. Select the channel for that device from the drop-down list.
Figure 45: Channel Selection Menu

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5.6 Adding Devices to LimeFrac

On systems which dont already have the Devices configurator, the user must first add the button as an
Internal Command to the Functions Dialog (refer to section 5.5.1 for adding a button).
Figure 46: Devices Configurator Button
Figure 47: Anatomy of Devices Configurator

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This procedure is different than the procedure for configuring the available pumps in Multipump. Do
not use this on a Multipump system without talking to a Lime Technician.
5.6.1 Adding a device from the pre-configured device list

Steps to add a new device from the pre-configured device list:
1. Click the Functions button at the top of the user interface.
2. Click the Devices Configurator button in the Functions Dialog screen (Figure 49).
Figure 49: Devices Configurator Button

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3. Click the Add button to add a new device (Figure 50).
Figure 50: Adding a New Device

4. Add the device by clicking Insert (Figure 51). Unless instructed by a service technician, always
add new device as the highest number because there can be unexpected impact on already
existing formulas.
Figure 51: Insert Device Order

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5. Click on the drop down arrow ( ) to choose device categories (Figure 52).
After selecting a device from the pre-configured device list, the device should be mostly
configured and named appropriately and the correct IP address should be entered.
a. The remaining steps are to change the name
b. Make sure the IP address is correct
Figure 52: Changing the Name and Entering in IP Address
6. Click Done.

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5.6.2 Adding a custom device

Steps to adding a custom device (assuming it is a comma separated TCP stream delimited by CRLF.)
1. Choose Custom, from the drop down arrow (Figure 53).
Figure 53: Adding a Custom Device
2. Click the button, choose SES1 for protocol, choose port number (default port on a
Moxa-type device is 4001), choose CRLF for TCP mode and delete Beg String and Term String
by putting the mouse into the field and using the delete key (Figure 54).
Figure 54: Advanced Settings in Adding a Custom Device

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3. Choose number of channels (the number of values separated by commas) and it will add a row
for each new channel (Figure 55).
Figure 55: Choosing the Number of Channels in a Device
4. Choose Use labels from this list (Figure 56).
Figure 56: Using Labels from this List

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5. Click on each label now and type a name for each channel, then select a unit type if applicable
(Figure 57).
Figure 57: Changing Channel Names
Refer to section 7.3 on using the Lime Admin Tool to test TCP streams.
6. After clicking done, the device is configured and once the client is restarted, it will be available for
use (Figure 58).
Figure 58: After a New Device is Added

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5.6.3 Updating a device

Steps to updating a device are:
1. Open the devices configurator. Select a device by double clicking anywhere on its row or single click
it and select Edit Selected Device (Figure 59).
Figure 59: Updating a Device

2. Change the values as needed (Figure 60).
Figure 60: Changing Device Name and/or Values
3. Click Done, and restart the client.

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5.6.4 Removing a device

Steps to remove a device are:
1. Highlight the device to remove and click the Remove button (Figure 61).
Figure 61: Removing a Device
Figure 62: Removing a Device Dialog

2. Click Done.
WARNING: Removing a device may have a negative effect on any defined formulas
recovering the formulas can be very difficult once the device order is altered and not just
the formulas that are directly using this device.

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5.7 Line Graph Assignments and Plot Legend

The Plot Legend is located above the line graph and displays the different plot styles and colors
designated to their device and channels (Figure 63).
Figure 63: Anatomy of the Plot Legend
5.7.1 Assigning Channels to Plots:

Click on Channel Name, select the desired Device, then select the Channel (Figure 64).
Figure 64: Assigning Channels to Plots

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5.7.2 Setting the Plot Lines:

The LimeFrac Client allows the Operator to set the plot lines (e.g., color, width, line style).
NOTE: The settings that are set from this menu do not automatically save for the next session.
Figure 65: Setting the Plot Lines

The list below explains the items in the drop down list (Figure 65) and their functions.
Common Plots: Sets the appearance of the plot line.
Color: Sets the color of the plot line.
Line Style: Sets the plot line style.
Line Width: Sets the width of the plot line.
Anti-Aliased: Smooths out the details on a graph. Settings for the current situation disappear
when the system is rebooted or the computer is shut down.
Bar Plots: Set the plots of the bar.
Fill Base Line: Offers a variety of options for the fill of the plot line.
Interpolation: Determines how a graph is displayed in relationship of the samples to each other.
Point Style: Sets the style of the points.
X Scale: Allows the user to set the time.
Y Scale: Selects individual channels.
WARNING: This action is not advised.

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5.7.3 Assigning Plots to Specific Scales:

There are five different scales available in each graph, any plot may be assigned to any of the
scales (Figure 66). This is important if there are values with a different range that needs to be
shown on the same graph (Figure 67). (e.g. Wellhead PSI 0-18000psi & Clean Rate 0-200 bbl)
Figure 66: Assigning Plots to Specific Scales
Figure 67: Plot Scales Layout

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5.7.4 Graph Elements

There are five different elements the user may display on the graph. This can be accessed by right
clicking inside the graph and selecting Visible Items (Figure 68).
Figure 68: Graph Elements

The list below explains the different elements the user has the option to display:
Plot legend: Describes its plot line assignment and line style/color.
Digital Displays: Shows numeric value for each assigned plots.
Scale Legend: Allows the user different options to quickly set user defined scales of how the data
is plotted on the graph.
Graph Palette: Allows User to zoom in/out, and pan the graph.
Cursor Legend: Displays the X and Y values wherever the user scrolls the cursor.
X Scrollbar: Toggles scrollbar on/off and allows you to scroll left or right on the x-axis
Quick Print: See section 6.4.3 for details.
Figure 69: Graph Elements Layout

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5.7.5 Scale Legend

The scale legend is a tool that gives the user the different options to quickly set user defined scales of
how the data is plotted on the graph (Figure 70).
Figure 70: Scale Legend
Figure 71: Anatomy of Scale Legend

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5.8 Smoothing Data

Smoothing is a method of taking a specific sample of data and averaging it with adjacent samples of
data to get an instant average. The average can be used to make the amount of data more easily
digested by the system. It can also be used to make the data seem more representative of overall
trends rather than the variation between individual data points.
The system performs two types of smoothing: one for data acquisition, and one for data presentation.
5.8.1 Smoothing Data for Acquisition

Data collection smoothing is achieved by analog data averaging. The LimeFrac DAS performs analog
data averaging, which smooths data as the system collects it.
The data acquisition hardware collects approximately 15,000 sample values per second for each
analog input and then averages this data to produce one value each second to represent the current
analog input. This data is known as the Data of Record.
5.8.2 Smoothing Data for Presentation

Smoothing data for presentation occurs during graph creation or in the digital displays. The LimeFrac
Client allows the user to smooth data in graphs for data presentation. The user defines the amount of
smoothing, which generates a more presentable line but has no impact on the data, and it is then
saved into the file
5.8.3 Smoothing in Graphs

When an Operator assigns devices for the plot lines of a graph, the Smoothing Samples field allows
you to specify the smoothing interval. The value entered here indicates the number of data samples
averaged together to generate each data point on the graph for the device plot line. For example, if
Smoothing Samples is set to 5, one data point on the graph is the average of the four preceding
data points and the current sample.
Steps to smooth data for presentation are:
Click on the scale number in the scale legend (Figure 71) to set Smoothing Samples for that plot
only (Figure 72). (Refer to section 5.3 on Plot Line Assignments for details)

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Figure 72: Smoothing Data for Presentation

After smoothing has been added to a plot, an asterisk ( * ) will be displayed next to the plot name,
indicating smoothing has been applied to that plot only (Figure 73).
Figure 73: Plot Legend Post-Smoothing

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5.8.4 Smoothing Before Logging

Smoothing must be performed through formulas of the data acquisition hardware before logging.
Notes
As discussed in Section 5.5.1 Select a Channel, the data acquisition

hardware samples device data 15,000 times per second and, at the
conclusion of each second, averages all 15,000 samples to produce the
data of record for that second. The system records one value per
second in the log file and is unaffected by software smoothing, so the
underlying data is unsmoothed, regardless of the smoothing settings for
graphing. Graph smoothing is done only for presentation and does not
affect the data of record.
The smoothing interval for graphs should be selected to depict an

accurate representation of the operation. The recommended value for
Smoothing Samples is seven or less, and a typical value is three or
four. Anything more than seven samples per graph point can and will
lead to graphs that hide useful data.
Graphs can be printed or exported as images, but because the system

renders graphs from the data of record, graphs do not change the data
that is recorded in the log files.
Software safety mechanisms function based on captured data. Although

setting a large smoothing interval for graphs can result in a
misrepresentation of operational data, safety mechanisms operate
based on the data of record and are unaffected by graph smoothing.
Another concept of smoothing, which impacts safety systems, exists in

the overtrip function for pumps. The overtrip function is guided by a
threshold of the number of contiguous samples it must receive before
the function activates. This smoothing concept accounts for the very
sensitive nature of the sensors used in Lime Instruments systems.

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5.9 Events and Annotations

Annotations are notations added to a job file that can signify an event in the job (e.g. pump 5
removed.) Annotations are added manually (see next section) or automatically when prompted by a
formula that has an annotation defined. (see section 5.7.6)
5.9.1 Manually adding annotations to job file:

User can press Functions button, choose Create annotation (Figure 75).
Figure 75: Create Annotation Button

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OR user can press F2 to launch the create annotation dialog (Figure 76).
Figure 76: Create Annotation Dialog
User has the option of choosing a default annotation or creating a custom annotation (Figure 77).
Figure 77: Choosing Annotation

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When an annotation is added to a job file:

The annotation is stored in the job file and is available for post job reporting.
The annotation shows up on all the graphs and (if configured to do so) it will show up on all the
graphs in other Datavan computers (Figure 78).
Figure 78: Annotation on Graph
The annotation is shown in the events tab on the flexible display area (Figure 79).
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5.9.2 Events/Annotations Table
In the Flexible Display Panel, the events tab shows a series of values that are recorded when an
event/annotation is added to the job file. So if the user wants to know Wellhead Pressure A each time
an event/annotation is recorded, it will appear in this table (See new section XXXX on defining the values
that are recorded to the Events table when an annotation is added.)
This events table is especially useful because the user can right click inside the annotation/event table
and copy data to clipboard which can then be pasted into an excel or open office calc document to form
the basis of a report.
Defining the values which are displayed to the events table
1. Functions, Edit annotation table (Figure 81)
Figure 81: Edit Annotation Table

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2. Choose channels the user wants to annotate (Figure 82).
Figure 82: Edit Table Assignments
3. Click done (Figure 83).
Figure 83: Edit Table Assignments

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5.10 Set an Alarm to a Digital Display

An alarm can be assigned to a digital display within the LimeFrac Client. An alarm displays when the
values go below the minimum values set or above the maximum values set.
Steps to set an alarm to a digital display are:
1. Click on the appropriate device (Figure 84).
Figure 84: Alarm Setup

2. Click a number(s) in the Number Pad screen and click the MIN (minimum) button (Figure 85).
3. Click a number in the Number Pad screen and click the MAX (maximum) button.
4. Click the OK button.
NOTE: The system automatically closes the key pad after 10 seconds of inactivity.
Figure 85: Alarm Number Pad Screen

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5.10.1 Remove an Alarm from a Digital Display

The LimeFrac Client allows the removal of an alarm that is set to a device. An alarm is an attribute of
a channel.
Steps to remove an alarm that is set to a digital display are:
1. Click on the appropriate device (Figure 86).
Figure 86: Alarm Setup

2. Click the No Alarms button on the Number Pad screen (Figure 87).
3. Click the OK button.
NOTE: The system automatically closes the key pad after 10 seconds of inactivity.
Figure 87: Alarm Number Pad Screen

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5.11 Formulas
A formula is a mathematical calculation using combined channel values. The result of the calculation
establishes a separate channel value. The LimeFrac Client allows the Operator to set up formulas,
which then become part of the channel list for the local formula's device.
5.11.1 Create a Formula

The Operator may elect to create formulas to use as channels.
Steps to create a formula are:
1. Click the Functions button at the top of the user interface (Figure 88).

2. Click the Formula Editor button in the Functions Dialog screen (Figure 89).
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3. Click the plus ( ) button in the Formula Editor screen (Figure 90).
Figure 90: Formula Editor Screen

4. Type in a label name in the Label field (Figure 91).
5. Select the appropriate function for the Function field.
6. Select a channel from the Available Channels list to the left by dragging the channels to the
Formula field or double clicking.
7. Click on the down arrow ( ) to the right of the Unit field to select the appropriate measurement.
8. Check that the Valid Formula? light is green before saving the formula. If the light is not green,
correct the formula.
9. Click the Stage Wellbore box if the user wishes to include automatic staging of the wellbore
diagram.
10. Click the Save button.
Figure 91: Edit Formula Screen

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11. Click the Done button in the Formula Editor screen (Figure 90).
12. Click the Done button in the Functions Dialog screen (Figure 89).
5.11.2 Edit a Formula

Existing formulas can be changed to meet specific requirements.
Steps to edit an existing formula are:

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3. Double click on the formula to edit in the Formula Editor screen or select the formula and click the
Edit Selected Formula button (Figure 94).
Figure 94: Selecting Formula to Edit

4. Change the label name in the Label field (Figure 95).
5. Select the appropriate function for the Function field.
6. Select a channel from the Available Channels list to the left by dragging the channels to the
Formula field or double clicking.
7. Click on the down arrow to the right of the Unit field to select the appropriate measurement.
8. Check that the Valid Formula? light is green before saving the formula. If the light is not green,
correct the formula.
9. Click the Save button.
Figure 95: Formula Editor Screen


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5.11.3 Deleting a Formula

Existing formulas can be deleted or hidden by changing the code.
Steps to delete an existing formula are:

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3. Select the formula to delete in the Formula Editor screen (Figure 98).
4. Click the Minus ( ) button.
Figure 98: Deleting a Formula

5. Click the Delete button on the prompt screen (Figure 99)
Figure 99: Delete Formula Prompt


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5.11.4 Formula Functions

Table 3 lists the formula types and descriptions.
Table 3: Formula Functions
Formula Types Descriptions

Formula A running calculation based on the assigned variables
Running Average A running average of the channels in the formula
Totalizer from Rate Deduces the total from the rate over the time monitored
Rate from Total Measures the change in total to deduce the rate
Running Min The lowest value of the channel since monitoring began
Running Max The highest value of the channel since monitoring began
Up-Counter A timer that counts up by 1
Down-Counter A timer that counts down by 1
Increment Adds 1 to the value in the formula field when the button is clicked
Decrement Subtracts 1 to the value in the formula field when the button is clicked
Event on Value Change Monitors a value and automatically processes the button on any
linked channel
5.11.5 Linked Channels

LimeFrac allows a channel to be linked to a formula. Pressing the button openly displays which
formula is attached to the parent channel. This action is automatically performed on other channels
(children channels) that are attached to the parent channel.
5.11.6 Automatic Annotation Based on Formula

The value entered in a formula is automatically entered into the job file as an annotation each time
the button is clicked on a digital display that is attached to the formula (or a linked formula is clicked).

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6.0 Advanced Operations

This section outlines the advanced operations of the LimeFrac.
6.1 Syndicate Local Formulas (Publishing Data on the Network)

When an Operator uses the Formula Editor to create, remove, and edit formulas as described in
Section 5.11.2 Edit a Formula, the changes are local to the Operators computer station only. As long
as the formula runs on a local computer only, it is a local formula.
To distribute the results of a local formula to other network computers that have been configured to
connect to the data server, the Operator uses the Stream Out Configurator to activate the formula
server function as described in Section 6.3.6 Stream Data via Ethernet or Server.
From any data display, the Operator may select Local Formulas as the device and then select a local
formula as a channel.
6.2 Zero a Channel Value

If the button is not visible, refer to Section Error! Reference source not found. Digital Display.
6.3 Maintain Files

This subsection outlines the storing, streaming, and retrieving of data files.
6.3.1 Log File Storage

The system stores log files in D:/SES/Datalogs by default. If a D drive does not exist, the system
automatically stores log files in C:/SES/Datalogs instead.
6.3.2 Technical Data Management Streaming File Format

All operational data is written to a log file in the National Instruments (NI) TDMS file type. The
TDMS file format allows the system to write data to the file at high speeds while maintaining data
structure. This promotes data accuracy and accessibility for job operations
(http://zone.ni.com/devzone/cda/tut/p/id/3727).
6.3.3 TDMS Add In

A software download, which is available at (http://limeinstruments.com/downloads), allows TDMS
files to be opened in Excel.
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6.3.4 Export Technical Data Management Streaming Files

The Export TDMS option in the Functions Dialog allows you to export TDMS files to a Universal
Serial Bus (USB) drive located behind the screen or to an internal storage location. The Operator can
export all or selected files and can create zipped files.
Steps to export TDMS files are:

2. Click the Export Files button on the Functions Dialog screen (Figure 101).
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3. Click the Find Files button on the Export Files screen (Figure 102).
NOTE: Click the Folder button to select a non-default directory to copy the file from.
4. Click the Zip Files? box if the files are to be zipped.
5. Select the first file to be exported and hold down the Shift key on the keyboard to select a range
of files.
6. Click the Export Selected Files button, which shows the File Save dialog.
NOTE: If all files are to be exported, click the Export All Files button after Step 4.
Figure 102: Export Files Screen

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7. Select a path to store the exported files and click the Export Datalog Zip File button (Figure
103).
Figure 103: File Path Selection

8. Click the OK button to confirm that the files have been successfully exported (Figure 104).
Figure 104: File Export Prompt

9. Click the Done button on the Export Files screen (Figure 102)

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6.3.5 Log Data to External Database

The system allows the Operator to log data to external databases as it is acquired through the
Database Out Configurator button on the Functions Dialog. The Database Out Configurator screen
(see Error! Reference source not found.) allows the Operator to specify a path for the database
ile. The file that the system creates has the same name as the TDMS file for the operation, but it
uses an .mdb file extension and a Microsoft Access format. This is useful when intergrading with
third party systems.
Steps to log data to external databases are:
1. Click the Functions button at the top of the user interface screen (Figure 105).

2. Click the Database Out Configuration button on the Functions Dialog screen (Figure 106).
Figure 106: Database Out Configurator

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3. Select the data in the Database Out Configurator screen in the Available Channels field by
dragging and dropping or double-clicking
4. Click the Done button (Figure 107).
Figure 107: Database Out Configurator Screen

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6.3.6 Stream Data via Ethernet or Server

Any computer that contains LimeFrac software can function as a Data Server. The Data Server
publishes data over Ethernet (Transmission Control Protocol [TCP]) or serial (RS-232). It can publish
any channel from any connected device, including the local formula device.
In a default Datavan configuration, one computer in the Datavan is the default TCP data server for all
the other computers.
Steps to publish local channels and formulas to a data server are:

2. Click the Stream Out Configurator button in the Functions Dialog screen (Figure 109).
Figure 109: Stream Out Configurator Button

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3. Move the appropriate formula(s) from the Available Channels list to the Selected Channels list
by double-clicking on the channel(s) or by dragging and dropping them (Figure 110).
4. Select the formula in the Selected Channels list and adjust the information in the Stream Type,
Output Stream Format, Listening Port, Time Format, Termination Char, and Interval (ms)
fields.
NOTE: There can be multiple streams showing in the Current Configuration field.
5. Click the Apply button.
Figure 110: Anatomy of Stream Out Configurator

7. Click the Done button (Figure 109).
As an advanced-level procedure, the stream may be published via User Datagram Protocol (UDP)
instead of TCP. It may also be published to different Ethernet ports.
NOTE: Multiple streams may be configured simultaneously, but they may be on distinct ports.
For serial (RS-232) streaming, specify a COM port and a baud rate. For Ethernet streaming, select
the Ethernet port for TCP streaming. The output stream format for TCP streaming is Comma-
Separated Values (CSV), although an Operator can change this to DataTaker format if the software
receiving the data stream is Lime Instruments software.

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6.4 Printing Data

The LimeFrac Client allows two modes of printing: 1 graph (Figure 111) or 3 graphs (Figure 112).
The output displays in a graph interface.
Figure 111: Single (1) Graph Screen
Figure 112: Triple (3) Graph Screen

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6.4.1 Print 1 Graph

This section outlines the procedures to print 1 graph.
Steps to print 1 graph are:

2. Click the Print (1 Graph) button on the Functions Dialog screen (Figure 114).
Figure 114: Print (1 Graph) Button
NOTE: Skip Step 3 and Step 4 if printing the current file.

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3. Click the Folder icon on the Printing Options screen (Figure 115).
Figure 115: Printing Options Screen

4. Locate the appropriate file to print, and click the OK button (Figure 116).
Figure 116: Print TDMS Files Screen

5. Enter any customer information in the fields to load the file into the printing interface (Figure 115).

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7. Click the Graph Assignments button at the bottom of the graph screen (Figure 117).
Figure 117: Graph Assignments Button for Printing

8. Set up the graph assignments for the graph, and click the Done button (Figure 118).
Figure 118: Graph Assignments Setup for Printing

9. Click the Print button at the bottom of the graph screen (Figure 119).
Figure 119: Print Button on Print Screen

10. Click the down arrow on the Print Setup screen, and select the appropriate printer (Figure 120).
11. Click the Print button.
Figure 120: Print Setup Screen

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12. Click the Exit button at the bottom of the graph screen (Figure 121) to return to the main
interface.
Figure 121: Exit Button
6.4.2 Print 3 Graphs

This section outlines the procedure to print 3 graphs.
Steps to print 3 graphs are:

2. Click the Print (3 Graph) button on the Functions Dialog screen (Figure 123).
Figure 123: Print (3 Graph) Button


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4. Locate the appropriate file to print, and click the OK button (Figure 125).
Figure 125: Print TDMS File Screen

5. Enter any customer information in the fields to load the file into the printing interface (Figure 124).

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7. Click the Graph Assignments button at the bottom of the graph screen (Figure 126).
Figure 126: Graph Assignments Button for Printing

8. Select the top, middle, or bottom graph (Figure 127).
Figure 127: Graph Selection Screen for Edit Assignments

9. Set up the graph assignments for the graph, and click the Done button (Figure 128).
Figure 128: Graph Assignments Setup for Printing

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10. Click the Print button at the bottom of the graph screen (Figure 129)
Figure 129: Print Button on Print Screen

11. Click the down arrow on the Print Setup screen, and select the appropriate printer (Figure 130)
12. Click the Print button.
Figure 130: Print Setup Screen

13. Click the Exit button at the bottom of the graph screen to return to the main interface (Figure
131).
Figure 131: Exit Button

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6.4.3 Quick Print

This section outlines how to use the Quick Print feature on a Graph Interface.
1. Click the Quick Print button at the bottom right corner of the graph (Figure 132).
Figure 132: Quick Print Button
Figure 133: Quick Print Graph

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3. Locate the appropriate file to print, and click the OK button (Figure 135)
Figure 135: Print TDMS File Screen

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4. Enter any customer information in the fields to load the file into the printing interface. Click the
Done button (Figure 136).
5. To open the graph as an excel file, click the Import to Excel button (Figure 137).
Figure 137: Import to Excel Button on Quick Print Screen
6. Click Export to existing file to save the graph to an already existing excel file. Click Create new
file to save the graph as a new excel file (Figure 138).
Figure 138: Export to Excel Prompt

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7. Click the Print button (Figure 139).
Figure 139: Print Button on Quick Print Screen
8. Click Done.
Figure 140: Done Button on Quick Print Screen

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Troubleshooting
7.0 Troubleshooting
During operations, there may be a need to change some of the Datavan cRIO settings. This section
outlines some of the occurrences for dealing with troubleshooting. However, it is advised to contact
Lime Instruments before attempting to perform the tasks in this section.
7.1 Remap a Channel on the Datavan cRIO

Only trained personnel with guidance from Lime Instruments technicians should perform channel
mapping.
Data streaming through a channel is tracked over time. When a channel becomes unusable and the
Operator needs to receive the channels data through another channel and continue the time already
tracked, trained personnel can map a new channel to receive the data.
For example, if a lightning strike causes Channel 1 to fail, trained personnel can connect the
channels device to Channel 2. The trained personnel can then map Channel 2 as Channel 1 to
use the current settings and formulas for the original Channel 1.
Mapping is also a possible solution if an Operator encounters problems with reel cables and needs to
use another reel cable.
If channel remapping is necessary, call Lime Instruments at 713-781-1883 or 1-888-991-LIME for 24-
hour support.
7.2 Swapping a Device

This task should only be done by trained personnel with guidance from Lime Instruments technicians.
If a device is replaced during a job, it may be necessary to impersonate the original device with its
replacement in the system. Swapping a device is done by changing the target Internet Protocol (IP)
address of the original device in the communication settings of the software to the IP address of the
replacement device.
If swapping a device is necessary, call Lime Instruments at 713-781-1883 or 1-888-991-LIME for 24-
hour support.
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7.3 Lime Admin Tool

The Lime Admin Tool (Figure 141) is used for diagnostic support. Only trained technicians and/or
personnel with specific directions from Lime Instruments should use it. If using the Admin Tool is
necessary, contact Lime Instruments at 713-781-1883 or at our 24-Hour support 1-888-991-LIME
Figure 141: Lime Admin Tool

The Admin Tool is used when a modification to the file-based write filter is requested.

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Post-job Reporting
8.0 Post-job Reporting
8.1 Printing Reports
8.2 Printing Data

Refer to Section 6.4 Printing Data.
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9.0 System Shutdown

After the job is completed, simply power down the Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) unit (clean
power) and follow the normal generator/Power Take-Off (PTO) shutdown procedures.
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Appendix A Datavan Specifications
Appendix A: Datavan Specifications

Below is an overall drawing of the Lime Standard 26' Datavan (Figure 142) with an 8' slide out.
Figure 142: Lime Standard 26 Datavan

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Below is an overall drawing of the Lime Standard 42' Datavan (Figure 143) with 8' slide out.
Figure 143: Lime Standard 42 Datavan

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Below is the 120V breaker box wiring diagram (Figure 144) for the Lime Standard 26' Datavan. (A
larger version of this is included in a plastic folder next to the circuit box.)
Figure 144: Lime Standard 26 Datavan 120V Breaker Box Wiring Diagram

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Below is the 120V breaker box wiring diagram (Figure 145) for the Lime Standard 42' Datavan. (A
larger version of this is included in a plastic folder next to the circuit box.)
Figure 145: Lime Standard 42 Datavan 120V Breaker Box Wiring Diagram

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Below is the 12V electrical schematic (Figure 146) for the Lime Standard 26' Datavan. (A larger
version of this is included in a plastic folder next to the circuit box.)
Figure 146: Lime Standard 26 Datavan 12V Electrical Schematic

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Below is the 12V electrical schematic (Figure 147) for the Lime Standard 42' Datavan. (A larger
version of this is included in a plastic folder next to the circuit box.)
Figure 147: Lime Standard 42 Datavan 12V Electrical Schematic

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Table 4 displays the equipment and specifications for each size Datavan.
Table 4: Datavan Equipment and Specifications
Equipment Specification
26' Datavan Model Standard Lime
Diesel fuel tank N/A, generator uses chassis fuel supply
Clean water tank N/A
Gray water tank N/A
42' Datavan Trailer Model Standard Lime
Diesel fuel tank As per specification
Clean water tank As per specification
Gray water tank As per specification
Environmental Systems
A/C 3-5 A/C units, depending upon model.
A/C systems can be powered by PTO generator or
standalone generator.
Doors As per specification
Windows Custom manufactured double pane insulated windows;
contact General Truck Body (GTB) at 1-800-395-8585 for
replacement
Electrical Systems
Alternating current (VAC) 110 volt
Direct current (VDC) 12 volt
Clean power Power that is filtered through a UPS. DO NOT plug space
(white outlets) heaters or other heating devices into clean power. The
voltage runs down the battery. Since batteries cannot
be shipped on an airplane, delivery takes
approximately one week.
Dirty power Power that is used straight from a generator without surge
(gray outlets) of greyout protection.
Data Network Systems
Internet Optional feature; internet access via satellite or cellular
connectivity.
Local area networking 10/100/1000 Ethernet network
Wireless networking 802.11 G
Time server Stratum 1 Time Server

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Table 5 lists terms that are used in this document, their abbreviations or acronyms when appropriate,
and their definitions.
Table 5: Datavan Terms and Definitions
Term Definition
Channel A stream of values for a device measurement or formula. For
example, if the system measures discharge pressure for the device
Blender A, then Discharge Pressure can be a channel for that
device. If a formula adds the discharge pressures of two blenders
and divides the result by 2, then Average Blender DP can be a
channel that represents the product of the formula.
The system continuously updates channel values with the data it
collects from the devices.
Clean Power Power that is filtered through a UPS. DO NOT plug space heaters or
any heating device into clean power. This action decreases the
batterys voltage at a faster rate. The battery for a UPS cannot be
shipped on an airplane. Therefore, the delivery time takes about one
week.
Device A machine that generates data which the system collects, such as a
blender or a frac pump.
Dirty Power Power that comes straight from a generator
File Based Write Filter (FBWF) A memory layer between the operating system (OS) and the hard
drive onto which information is written and applications are installed.
The information and/or application only exists in the FBWF while the
computer is on. When a computer is turned off or rebooted, the
information and/or application is deleted.
Formula A mathematical calculation of channel values that produces a new
(aka Local Formula) value. The system lists formulas as channels on a device called
local formulas. You can select a formula-based channel for a
gauge, digital display, or graph plot line to view the value produced
by the formula.
Formula Server A function available to any instance of SESClient.exe that allows a
(aka Syndicated Channels) computer to publish data channels and/or formula-based channels to
other Datavan computers over Ethernet.
LimeFrac Client The Lime Instruments software that runs on the computers in the
Datavan. The LimeFrac Client includes, but is not limited to, user
interfaces such as the shell interface (SESClient.exe), blender
interface, single pump interface, and the multipump interface.
Stratum 1 Time Server A computer that synchronizes time for all the computers in the
(e.g., Time Server) Datavan. This ensures that data written to the job log files from the
various devices is coordinated with respect to the time of
occurrence.

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Appendix B IP Address Scheme
Appendix B: IP Address Scheme

Each computer within the Datavan contains its own IP address. Figure 148 shows the paths of how
the computers are connected.
Datavan
Datavan PCs Blendersville
and Devices
Pumps 10.55.4.1-14
Blender
10.55.0.101-254 Wired 10.1.1.10

IMPORTANT!
10.55.1.101-254 WIFI 10.55.2.101
Blender 1
10.1.1.10 Connect
Hydrator and
10.55.2.102
CHEMADD to
Blender 2 one Blender at
a time.
WIFI WIFI
Client SSID: Datavan
Datavan Devices
(For Everyone)
Router WAN
10.55.8.2
Hydrator 10.1.1.21
10.55.0.1
Time Net
10.55.0.3
Datavan WAN 10.1.1.31

cRIO 10.55.8.3
CHEMADD
10.55.0.2,.4
48 Port
Network
Switch
Figure 148: IP Addresses

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Figure 149: MRB Graph

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Appendix C File Based Writer Filter
Appendix C: File Based Writer Filter

The File Based Write Filter (FBWF) is a system which resides between the operating system and the
hard drive in a computer; the function of the FBWF inhibits the operating system from writing to the
hard drive except for the places where its desirable to write. It does this to protect the operating
system from being corrupted either by a failed write operation or a poor configuration. When a file is
written to an area of the hard drive protected by the FBWF, they are actually written to a RAM drive
card and the system will behave as though the files were written to the drive, but since theyre
actually in this FBWF ram drive, when the computer is rebooted the information is lost. Figure 150
demonstrates the information path.
The FBWF feature of Lime computers makes installing programs or making configurational changes
on one of the Datavan computers challenging. Call a Lime technician at 713-781-1883 or at our 24-
Hour support 1-888-991-LIME for help.
Transfers only the files

that are configured to
FBWF be written to the HDD.
OS (Ram
Drive) Hard
Drive
Figure 150: Information Path

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Appendix D Stratum 1 Time Server
Appendix D: Stratum 1 Time Server

Each Personal Computer (PC) within the Datavan maintains its own digital clock, which is not known
for accuracy. Since there are at least five PCs in a Datavan at one time collecting the same data;
slight variation between clocks could cause inconsistencies in the data files.
The solution Lime Instruments has is to direct each PC to frequently sync its clock to a Stratum 1
Time Server located within the Datavan. The Stratum 1 Time Server syncs to the Global Positioning
System (GPS) clock signal. When configured correctly and synced to the Stratum 1 Time Server, all
PCs should have the same time displaying on their clocks and recorded timestamps in each datafile,
regardless of internet connection.
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Appendix E Datavan Layout and Computer Numbering
Appendix E: Datavan Layout and Computer Numbering

In a 26 Datavan (Figure 151), Station 1 is optional. Many customers like to reserve this space for
customer laptops.
Displays Output
Communications of 6 and 7
Rack Customer
Engineer Treater
6
55" TV
7 5
3 2 1
Multipump 4
DMAT
Figure 151: Aerial View of Lime Standard 26 Datavan Layout
In a 42 Datavan (Figure 152), Station 1 is located either in the lab or at the customers station.
Stations 6 and 7 are located in the satellite rack.
Displays output of
6 and 7
Optional
55" TV
1
5
8
6 2 1
DMAT
4
6 7
Communications
Rack
Figure 152: Aerial View of Lime Standard 42 Datavan Layout

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Appendix F Pump Numbering and Addressing Techniques
Appendix F: Pump Numbering and Addressing Techniques

Figure 153 displays the pump numbering and addressing technique used.
Figure 153: Default Pump Layout Example

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Appendix G Interaction with Company Representative
Appendix G: Interaction with Company Representative (The

Company Man)
G.1 Setting Up Serial Streaming Output
See Section 6.3.6 Stream Data via Ethernet or Server for information on setting up a serial streaming
output.
G.2 Setting Up Transmission Control Protocol Streaming Output
See Section 6.3.6 Stream Data via Ethernet or Server for information on setting up TCP streaming
output.
G.3 Configuring the 55" Customer Data Screen
Contact Lime Instruments at 713-781-1883 for instructions on configuring the 55" customer data
screen.
G.4 Printing Profiles and Saving Settings
See Section 6.4 Printing Data.
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Appendix H Service
Appendix H: Service Whom to Call and When to Take Action

Call Lime Instruments at 713-781-1883 for assistance during business hours or call 1-888-991-LIME
for 24-hour service.
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Appendix I TDMS Add-in to Excel
Appendix I: Technical Data Management Streaming Add-in to

Excel
The TDMS is an add-in to Excel that allows the import of TDMS files into Excel. TDMS is free
software that is available from National Instruments. TDMS can also be downloaded from
www.limeinstruments.com/downloads/utilities.
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Appendix J HASP Key Licensing
Appendix J: Hardware Against Software Piracy Key Licensing

The LimeFrac Client can only be run on a system that includes a provision for a LimeFrac license.
This is accomplished by using a Hardware Against Software Piracy (HASP) Key and the installation
of the accompanying drivers. For questions, please call 713-781-1883.
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Appendix K Validating TCP Stream
Appendix K: Using Admin Tool to validate TCP stream from device

1. Open Lime Admin Tool
2. Type in the IP address in one of the IP spaces in the top left (Figure 154).
Figure 154: Pinging an IP Address
3. Click the button. (If button is unavailable, hit shift until it appears)
4. If the connection is successfully pinged, click shift until the button appears.

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Appendix K Validating TCP Stream
Figure 155: Testing TCP Connection

5. In the section labeled Port, change the port to be the target port and click Connect (Figure 155).

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2.0 Overview of LimeFrac

All channel data is sent to

Figure 1: Anatomy of a Device

2.2 Channels and Channel List

Refer to section 5.5 for details on channels.

2.3 Action Button

Type of Channels Action Titles Functions

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2.4 Data Acquisition

Figure 2: Data Acquisition Overview

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3.0 Roles and Responsibilities

3.2 Project Engineer

3.3 Multipump Operator

3.4 Blender Tender

3.5 Density Meter and Transmitter Operator (Optional)

4.0 LimeFrac Client Overview

4.1 Shell Interface

Figure 3: Shell Interface (SESClient.exe)

Figure 4: Shell Interface Access

4.2 User Interfaces

4.2.1 Single Purpose Interfaces

4.2.2 Multi-Purpose Interfaces

Figure 5: User Interface

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Figure 6: Digitals Interface

Figure 7: Schedule Interface (Showing Two Blenders)

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Figure 8: Graph Interface (Plotting Seven Values)

Figure 9: Digitals + Graph Interface (Plotting Ten Values)

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Figure 10: Digitals + Graph + Flexible Display Area Interface

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4.3 User Interface Task Bar

Figure 13: User Interface Task Bar

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4.4 Digital Display

Figure 14: Anatomy of a Digital Display

Figure 15: Using a digital display (and its Configuration Menu)

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4.5 Line Graph

Figure 16: Anatomy of a Line Graph

4.6 Wellbore Simulation

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The current wellbore system is operated using two datasets:

Figure 17: Anatomy of the Wellbore

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4.6.1 Configuring Wellbore Simulation

1. Define the dimensions of wellbore

Figure 18: Configuring Wellbore