DeltaV Control Systems: Wireless Solutions with Self-Healing Networks
In continuous manufacturing, whether metals, pharmaceuticals, material handling, or otherwise, distributed control systems are the go-to. DCSs handle complicated, multi-component automated processes via an intricate communication network that allows the user to monitor plant-wide activity in real time.
In continuous manufacturing, whether metals, pharmaceuticals, material handling, or otherwise, distributed control systems are the go-to. DCSs handle complicated, multi-component automated processes via an intricate communication network that allows the user to monitor plant-wide activity in real time.
Among the most effective and comprehensive DSCs is Emerson’s DeltaV line of control system software. It offers manufacturers the possibility of wireless plant-wide automation. Predictive model control, neural network control and cyber-secure architecture are just a few of the features of this cutting-edge software. Implementing DeltaV automation technology can maximize your production potential while enhancing safety and reliability.
The Specs on Emerson’s DeltaV Product Line
DeltaV wireless plant network solutions require less investment of time, cost and resources than a wired system, and can be tailored to the exact needs of the client. Some features of DeltaV’s robust design include:
- Scalability: Implementing a wireless control system doesn’t have to be an all-or-nothing effort. DeltaV applications can be added in stages elegantly without need for recontrol.
- Reliability: DeltaV DSCs are designed with redundant encryption and authorization measures built into mesh networks that ensure end-to-end security. This includes plant-wide via firewall protection, security testing, regular updates, and regulation-compliant software.
- Intuitive Networks: DeltaV networks self-organize and self-heal. Intelligent mesh design chooses the most efficient route to the wired network while mitigating interference. It can also pivot to a new path when interference does occur.
- User-Friendly Controls: DeltaV’s salient interface is easy-to-use, as it simplifies configuration, maintenance and operations.
- Advanced, Flexible Capabilities: This software is highly-versatile, allowing adaptable customization for specific manufacturing needs. Advanced control capabilities include fuzzy logic control, neural network control and predictive model control.
- Cross-System Compatible: DeltaV DSCs can be integrated with other control systems such as MES and plant historians, which allows automation system integrators to design elegant, comprehensive plant-wide control solutions.
Advantages of Implementing a Distributed Control System
A distributed control system (DCS) is a computer-based industrial control system that is used to monitor and control complex industrial processes. They’re typically comprised of a network of computers and controllers that are distributed throughout the industrial process.
The computers and controllers communicate with each other using a high-speed communication network. This allows the DCS to collect data from sensors and send control signals to actuators throughout the process. DCSs are typically used to control large and complex industrial processes, such as those in oil refineries, power plants, and chemical plants because they can be used to control a wide range of variables, such as temperature, pressure, flow, and level.
Why consider a DCS like Emerson’s DeltaV for your facility’s operation? For some companies’ operations, they offer advantages over a centralized control system:
- Reliability: DCSs are more reliable than centralized control systems because they are distributed throughout the process. If one component of a DCS fails, the other components can continue to operate.
- Scalability: DCSs are more scalable than centralized control systems because they can be easily expanded to control larger and more complex processes.
- Security: DCSs are more secure than centralized control systems because they are more difficult to hack.
- Flexibility and adaptability: DCSs are more adaptable than centralized control systems because they can be easily reprogrammed to control new processes or to change the way that existing processes are controlled.
The automation company you partner with is key to (a) knowing whether a DCS is the right automation solution for your facility and (b) implementing a DCS that is well-integrated throughout your facility.
E Tech Group: Strategic, Comprehensive Factory Automation
Emerson is just one of the top-tier brands in E Tech Group’s extensive portfolio of control system expertise. Our automation engineers work with industrial manufacturing, data center and mission critical clients across North America, designing and implementing strategically-integrated control systems with the best automation products available.
We are a CSIA-certified integrator offering industry best practices in automation fields such as quality development, information systems management, cyber security, system development lifecycle, and more. With a focus on adding value that future-proofs your automated processes, E Tech Group constructs secure, user-friendly, integrated automation solutions across industries.