Every electrical equipment used in the power grid or in our daily life will have a rated power, when the power of the equipment is higher than the rated power, we call it overload. Similarly, we call this protection over the rated power overload protection. Another point to mention here is that when the equipment…
In the electrical system of the frequency converter, the choice of shielded and unshielded cables directly affects the operational stability of the equipment, today we will take Siemens’ senior engineers to provide you with a detailed analysis from the three dimensions of structure, characteristics and actual impact. 1. Structural difference: the “presence or absence” of…
The Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) is revolutionizing industrial automation by enabling unprecedented levels of connectivity, data analytics, and operational intelligence. Distributed Control Systems (DCS), the backbone of continuous process industries like oil and gas, chemical manufacturing, and power generation, are increasingly integrating IIoT to enhance performance, flexibility, and efficiency. By connecting sensors, controllers, and…
Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) are the cornerstone of industrial automation, driving discrete control tasks in industries like manufacturing, automotive, and packaging. Renowned for their reliability, PLCs from brands like Siemens, Allen-Bradley, and Mitsubishi Electric manage thousands of I/O points with scan times as low as 1 millisecond. However, even these robust systems encounter issues that…
Distributed Control Systems (DCS) are the backbone of process industries, managing complex, continuous operations in sectors like oil and gas, chemical manufacturing, and power generation. At the heart of DCS performance lies the Proportional-Integral-Derivative (PID) controller, a fundamental tool for regulating variables such as temperature, pressure, and flow. While basic PID control is effective for…
Edge computing, which brings data processing closer to the source of data generation, is reshaping industrial automation by enabling real-time analytics, reducing latency, and enhancing system efficiency. For Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and Distributed Control Systems (DCS), edge computing offers a transformative approach to integrating and optimizing control systems. By processing data at the edge—near…
Selecting the appropriate control system is a critical decision in industrial automation, directly impacting operational efficiency, scalability, and cost. Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and Distributed Control Systems (DCS) are the two dominant technologies, each with distinct strengths tailored to specific applications. While PLCs excel in discrete automation and DCSs dominate continuous process control, modern advancements…
Industrial Control Systems (ICS), encompassing Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and Distributed Control Systems (DCS), are the backbone of critical infrastructure and industrial processes, from power grids to manufacturing plants. As these systems become increasingly interconnected with IT networks and the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT), their exposure to cyber threats has grown exponentially. High-profile attacks,…
