Diseño e Implementación de Extensiones para SCADA en Instalaciones Químicas

Barcelona, Spain

Design and Implementation of Extensions for SCADA in Chemical Facilities

An international chemical company faced the challenge of efficiently managing alarms and monitoring the performance of the equipment in its facilities. The complexity of the operations and the need to ensure safety and continuity of service required a robust solution that would allow the efficient management of alarms coming from any equipment involved in the electrical distribution, and that would focus on the treatment of abnormal situations.

Actors

  • Process control engineers
  • Chemical facilities maintenance personnel
  • Operations managers

Sector

  • Industry

Solution

Nechi Group designed and implemented customized extensions to the existing SCADA system in the chemical facilities. These extensions were oriented to standardization and alarm management, allowing centralized and efficient monitoring of electrical equipment installed in substations and rack rooms.

Implementation Process

  1. Initial Assessment and Planning: A comprehensive assessment of the company’s needs and existing SCADA system was conducted, identifying key areas for improvement and alarm standardization.
  2. Design of SCADA Extensions: Specific extensions were designed for the SCADA system, focused on the management and standardization of electrical equipment alarms.
  3. Integration and Configuration: The extensions were integrated and configured into the SCADA system, ensuring seamless compatibility with existing electrical equipment in the substations and rack rooms.
  4. Testing and Validation: Extensive testing was performed to ensure that the extensions functioned correctly and met the company’s requirements.
  5. Training and Support: Training was provided to plant personnel on the use and maintenance of the new SCADA extensions, as well as ongoing support to optimize their performance.

Results

  1. Efficient Alarm Management: The standardization of alarms allowed for more efficient and centralized management, facilitating a quick and adequate response to abnormal situations.
  2. Improved Safety: The ability to effectively monitor and manage alarms significantly improved safety at the facility, reducing the risk of failures and accidents.
  3. Power Distribution Optimization: SCADA extensions optimized the monitoring of electrical equipment, improving efficiency and service continuity.
  4. Reduced Operating Costs: Improved alarm management and optimization of electrical distribution resulted in lower operating and maintenance costs.

Conclusion

The collaboration with Nechi Group has allowed the international chemical company to reach new levels of efficiency and safety in the management of its facilities. The implementation of SCADA extensions has optimized monitoring and alarm response, positioning the company as a leader in the adoption of advanced technologies in the chemical sector.