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Utility Automation

1. Advantages of UTILITY AUTOMATION

2. Utilit y A utoma tio n - PID

3. Advantages: Automation streamlines processes, reducing manual intervention for potential errors. This leads to quicker completion of tasks, freeing up valuable human resources. By minimizing manual labor and optimizing resource usage, utility automation helps reduce operational costs, labor expenses, energy consumption, and maintenance costs. Automated systems tend to be more reliable than manual processes, as they are less prone to errors, This is crucial in systems where downtime can lead to significant disruptions. Automation can contribute to a safer working environment by taking over hazardous tasks that would otherwise put human workers at risk. Automated systems generate vast amounts of data, which can be analyzed to gain valuable insights into operations, performance, and potential areas for improvement. Automated systems can easily scale up or down to accommodate changes in demand that utilities can adapt to evolving needs without significant disruption or additional investment. Automated systems can detect and respond to issues more quickly than manual processes, minimizing downtime and improving overall responsiveness. Optimizing resource, reducing waste, energy conservation, reduced emissions, and more efficient use of natural resources. Efficiency : Cost Reduction : Improved Reliability : Enhanced Safety : Data-driven Insights : Scalability : Faster Response Time : Environmental Benefits :

4. Types: Conventional Automation System Remote I/O Automation System

5. SCADA PC PLC WITH IO CARDS FLP JUNCTION BOX - 1 FLP JUNCTION BOX - 2 FLP JUNCTION BOX - XX TE MP E R A TU R E TRANSMITTER PRESSURE T R ANSMI T TER CONTROL / ON OFF VALVE Conventional Automation System C A B L E L E G E N D S C A T 6 L A N C a b l e Multicore Cable 2 / 3 / 4 C o r e C a b l e b a s e d on sensor/equipment

6. Pros and Cons Centralized Control Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) Sequential Control Hardwired Connections Fixed Functionality Limited Integration Reliability Maintenance Requirements

7. SCADA PC P L C REMOTE I/O - 1 TE MP E R A TU R E TRANSMITTER PRESSURE T R ANSMI T TER R emote I/O Automation System REMOTE I/O - 2 REMOTE I/O - XX DAISY CHAIN NETWORK CONTROL / ON OFF VALVE C A B L E L E G E N D S C A T 6 L A N C a b l e 2 C o r e C om m un i c a t i o n Cable 2 / 3 / 4 C o r e C a b l e b a s e d on sensor/equipment

8. Advantages Central Control Unit (PLC) Remote I/O Modules Input Devices Output Devices Communication Network Programming and Configuration Data Acquisition and Control Scalability and Flexibility Reliability and Redundancy

9. S. No Description PLC with Onboard IO PLC with Remote IO 1 Junction Boxes Need to consider individual junction box near each equipment for each Input Output Devise based on Multicore cable Need to consider junction box based on R I O c a p a c i ty & to l a y 2 / 3 / 4 c o r e c a b l e f o r each Input Output Devise 2 Cable Tray Tray Size will be more & based on number of Multicore Cables running Tray Size will be less & based on number of cables running 3 Flexibility for Future Expansion Will be limited to availability of IO's & PLC capacity Scalable 4 Downtime for future expansion More Less 5 PLC Panel Need to consider bigger panels based on number of multicore cables entering into the panel Smaller panel is sufficient as only single communication cable comes to the panel 6 Initial Investment Will be more as cost of Multicore Cable is more & bigger panels Will be comparatively less as we will eliminate multicore cable with 2 Care Communication cable & bigger PLC panel with smaller Comparis o n St a te m ent

10. Conclusion While Conventional Automation Systems have been the backbone of industrial automation for many years, advancements in technology have led to the emergence of more advanced and flexible automation solutions, such as Distributed Control Systems (DCS) and cloud-based automation platforms. These newer systems offer greater integration, scalability, and functionality, allowing organizations to optimize their operations and adapt to changing business requirements more effectively. Remote I/O Automation Systems provide efficient and robust control solutions for Utility and process automation applications, offering remote monitoring, control, and data acquisition capabilities across distributed plant environments.

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