Invensys implements Avantis enterprise asset management system for Platte River Power Authority
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Comprehensive solution includes Avantis.PRO EAM application plus VIP Advanced Scheduling and Approvals modules FOXBORO, MASSACHUSETTS, USA - November 16, 2006 - Invensys Process Systems has implemented a comprehensive Avantis enterprise asset management system at the Platte River Power Authority in Colorado for its generation, distribution and maintenance operations, which includes a 274-MW coal-fired power plant located north of Fort Collins. The Avantis.PRO asset management software application is being used for maintenance management, inventory control and procurement for generating machinery, distribution yard equipment, transmission lines and towers, as well as vehicles and other company assets. The implementation includes the Avantis Approvals software module, which uses automated workflow for approval routing and processing. This helps The Avantis.PRO application allows any level of facility, process, machine, vehicle, material, service part, work order or other element to be defined as an "entity" that can be tracked, maintained and costed using a variety of stand-alone or roll-up relationships for more timely and effective asset maintenance management. This allows "With the information from Avantis.PRO software, we have a greater ability to reduce the cost of inventory and maintenance and have achieved more efficient procurement," said Tom Iwanski, information technology manager at Invensys implemented the Avantis enterprise asset management solutions using the proven InRIM (Industrial Rapid Implementation Methodology) approach. Based on industry best practices, InRIM is a component-structured, repeatable deployment methodology that assures low risk implementation without compromising the ongoing evolution and continued growth of the solution. About Headquartered in About Invensys Invensys is the world leader in industrial asset performance management. In addition to its rapidly expanding Global Solutions and Performance Management services groups, Invensys' automation businesses includes industry-leading brands such as Foxboro, Triconex, SimSci-Esscor, Wonderware, and Avantis, whose products are installed in more than 100,000 plants across the world. These range from small hybrid and batch plants to the world's largest upstream projects, refineries, gas plants, petrochemicals plants, power plants, and pulp and paper mills. The Invensys Group is headquartered in |
1. Invensys Wonderware Releases New Rockwell ControlLogix(R ...
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Invensys Wonderware Releases New Rockwell ControlLogix(R) DataAccessServer
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| New Version Offers ControlLogix(R) Support LAKE FOREST, Calif., April 7, 2003 -- Wonderware, an operating unit of Invensys plc, today announced the release of a new and enhanced DataAccessServer (DAServer) supporting Rockwell ControlLogix(R) controllers. DAServers are Wonderware's next-generation I/O servers and a significant part of Wonderware's FactorySuite A2(TM) (squared) product family, an extension of the existing FactorySuite(R) product line. The "A2" signifies Invensys' ArchestrA(TM) automation and information software architecture. Wonderware's DAServers are built on the ArchestrA architecture and offer enhanced communication diagnostics and performance. Each DAServer is designed to provide connectivity between client applications based on Wonderware's SuiteLink(TM) protocol and OPC(R) and DDE protocols running on the Microsoft Windows(R) 2000 and Microsoft XP(TM) operating systems, as well as data devices supported by the specific protocol being translated. Wonderware's ABCIP DAServer v1.2 retains the extensive functionality of its earlier ABCIP DAServer v1.1 release but adds support for ControlLogix user-defined structures. About Wonderware Wonderware is an operating unit of the Production Management Division (PMD) of Invensys plc and is the world's leading supplier of industrial automation software. Founded in 1987, Wonderware pioneered the use of the Microsoft Windows(R) operating system in HMI automation software for manufacturing operation systems. Its mission is to power intelligent plant decisions in real time. Based in About Invensys Invensys plc is a global leader in production technology and energy management. The group helps customers to improve performance and profitability using innovative services and technologies and a deep understanding of industries and applications. The Invensys Production Management businesses work closely with customers in order to drive up performance of production assets, maximize the return on investments in production technologies and remove cost and cash from the whole supply chain. The division includes APV, Avantis, Eurotherm, Foxboro, SimSci-Esscor, Triconex and Wonderware. These businesses address process and batch industries -- including the oil, gas and chemicals, food, beverage and personal healthcare -- and the discrete and hybrid manufacturing sectors. Invensys Energy Management works with clients involved in the supply, measurement and consumption of energy and water, to reduce costs and waste and improve the efficiency, reliability and security of power supply. The division includes Energy Management Solutions, Appliance Controls, Climate Controls, Global Services, Metering Systems, Powerware and Home Control Systems. These businesses focus on markets connected with power and energy infrastructure for industrial, commercial and residential buildings. The company also serves the specialized rail, wind-power and electronic manufacturing (power components) markets through Invensys Rail Systems, Hansen Transmissions and Lambda, respectively, in its Development Division. Invensys operates in more than 80 countries, with its headquarters in Invensys, Wonderware, ArchestrA, FactorySuite, FactorySuite A2 and SuiteLink are trademarks of Invensys plc, its subsidiaries and affiliated companies. All other brands may be trademarks of their respective owners. |
Wonderware Introduces DA Server, A New Device Integration Software Product Family
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| ABCIP Is First In Series of Data Access Servers for Rockwell/Allen-Bradley PLCs LAKE FOREST, Calif., Aug. 29, 2002 -- Wonderware, an operating unit of Invensys plc, has launched a next-generation device integration software product family called DAServer. The first product in the DAServer (DAS) family is the Allen-Bradley Control Information Protocol (ABCIP) data access server. Unique to each DAServer is its data access server control client. The DAS control client's end-user benefits include lower project engineering and maintenance costs through simple remote server configuration, operation and extensive protocol diagnostics. The new Wonderware ABCIP DAServer is designed to provide connectivity between a variety of modern DDE, SuiteLink or OPC-based client application running under Microsoft(R) Windows(R) 2000/XP and the current family of Ethernet-enabled Rockwell/Allen-Bradley ControlLogix 555x PLCs. The Wonderware ABCIP DAServer does not require use of Rockwell/Allen-Bradley's RSLinx, and provides direct access to ControlLogix 555x native tags. "The first product in the DAS family showcases the added ease-of-use features of the DAServer's ActiveX-based control client along with the superior technical functionality provided by the use of Wonderware's new DAS toolkit," said Tom Muth, FactorySuite product marketing manager. "It also demonstrates the commitment of Wonderware and Invensys to provide its customers with connectivity software solutions that significantly reduce the need for PLC hardware and vendor-supplied middleware." Future enhanced versions of the ABCIP DAServer product will be released in several phases over the next 12 months, with each subsequent phase providing additional hardware and sub-network protocol support, as well as additional features and benefits. The current release v1.0.0 of ABCIP DAServer provides control information protocol over Ethernet connectivity to Rockwell/Allen-Bradley's ControlLogix 555x PLCs without the use of PLC-5 emulation mode, or native mode. Subsequent releases will support bridging through the ControlLogix Gateway using ControlNet, DeviceNet, Data Highway Plus and other supported sub-network protocols. Support for additional Rockwell Automation/Allen-Bradley hardware will be offered in these later stages. The server can operate in either stand-alone mode with any existing FactorySuite 2000 v7.11 client component or with future Invensys(TM) ArchestrA(TM) offerings through the use of device integration objects. Device integration objects used in conjunction with ABCIP DAServer will be generated by use of an upcoming device integration toolkit. Subscribers to Wonderware's comprehensive support service can access this product now at www.wonderware.com/support/mmi/esupport/downloads/esdownload.asp. About Wonderware Wonderware is an operating unit of the Production Management Division (PMD) of Invensys plc and is the world's leading supplier of industrial automation software. Founded in 1987, the company pioneered the use of Microsoft Windows-based, human machine-interface (HMI) automation software for manufacturing operation systems. Wonderware's mission is to provide integrated software suites that drive the customer's strategic, planning and operational decision-making based on real-time plant floor information. Based in About Invensys Invensys plc is a global leader in production technology and energy management. The group helps customers improve their performance and profitability using innovative services and technologies and a deep understanding of their industries and applications. Invensys' Production Management businesses work closely with customers in order to drive up performance of their production assets, maximize their return on investments in production technologies and remove cost and cash from their whole supply chain. The division includes Foxboro, Wonderware, Triconex, APV, Eurotherm and Baan. These businesses address process and batch industries -- including the oil, gas and chemicals, food, beverage and personal health care -- and the discrete and hybrid manufacturing sectors. Invensys' Energy Management businesses work with clients involved in the supply, measurement and consumption of energy and water, to reduce costs and waste and improve the efficiency, reliability and security of power supply. The division includes energy management solutions, appliance controls, climate controls, global services, metering systems, Powerware and home control systems. These businesses focus on markets connected with power and energy infrastructure for industrial, commercial and residential buildings. The company also serves the specialized rail, wind-power and electronic manufacturing (power components) markets through Invensys Rail Systems, Hansen Transmissions and Lambda, respectively, in its development division. Invensys operates in more than 80 countries, with its headquarters in |
Allen-Bradley Application Example
Data-Linc Group helps improve assembly operation at a large truck manufacturing facility
Background
A 1.6 million square-foot plant, located on nearly 300 acres is one of the largest truck manufacturing plants in the industry. The facility, certified under the ISO 9001 Quality and ISO 14001 Environmental standards, produces two different truck model. This automotive assembly environment provides many challenges to a successful wireless communication system. The operation of variable frequency drives, welding equipment, and other industrial machinery in the vicinity produces interference that can impact radio performance. The frequency hopping characteristics of Data-Linc’s Smart SpectrumTM products are especially well suited to provide robust communications in such difficult environments. The facility employs both 900 MHz and 2.4 GHz license-free Data-Linc radios.
A 1.6 million square-foot plant, located on nearly 300 acres is one of the largest truck manufacturing plants in the industry. The facility, certified under the ISO 9001 Quality and ISO 14001 Environmental standards, produces two different truck model. This automotive assembly environment provides many challenges to a successful wireless communication system. The operation of variable frequency drives, welding equipment, and other industrial machinery in the vicinity produces interference that can impact radio performance. The frequency hopping characteristics of Data-Linc’s Smart SpectrumTM products are especially well suited to provide robust communications in such difficult environments. The facility employs both 900 MHz and 2.4 GHz license-free Data-Linc radios.
Truck assembly application
The original ASRS control system utilized a minicomputer and data communication over power rails to the mobile crane units. Although effective, this communications technique required regular maintenance of the mechanical components— downtime that was costly in terms of time and dollars.
The truck assembly plant contracted with Synchrony of Virginia to improve the productivity of the system and to modernize the control/communication technology. The new control system utilizes Rockwell Automation PLC 5/40E controllers with Ethernet communications capabilities—one controller at the base station to manage all part and location data, a second on the mobile crane units.
Data-Linc’s SRM6210E 900 MHz license-free band Ethernet radio modems were selected to provide a wireless connection between the two systems because of the SRM ability to successfully transmit data in the warehouse environment. Robust, reliable communication is especially important in the operation of the mobile equipment sending and receiving part and location information to and from the base station.
Delivery of truck cabs to assembly stations application The delivery of truck cabs to the appropriate assembly stations requires a second mechanical system. Truck cabs selected by ASRS are conveyed to a transfer car, the ‘T-car,’ which then transports the cab skid to an assembly area. This system needed modernization to improve the overall capacities of the cab delivery operation.
Dillin Control Systems of Perrysburg,
Conclusion
Because Data-Linc Group modems are factory configured, installation and integration was trouble-free. “We had an extremely aggressive schedule,” the manufacturing technician stated. “The Data-Linc modems were a breeze to install and get on line, and we haven’t had to touch them since.” Utilization of wireless technology helped improve the capacity of the cab delivery operation, enabling even faster line speeds than previously possible. The Data-Linc modems are not affected by the generated noise in the manufacturing area, and compared to other brands of RF modems they had used in the past, provide more reliable communications due to their greater sensitivity. The superintendent was pleased, “Our ASRS cranes must deliver cabs to the assembly line just in time and in the proper sequence. No interruptions in delivery can be tolerated. The Data-Linc wireless modems have performed flawlessly for us in this critical application.“
Please contact Data-Linc at 425-882-2206 Pacific Coast Time or info@data-linc.com for assistance regarding your project or for details about the capabilities of LincView Diagnostics network management software and its appropriateness for your specific application.
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