ABB Procontrol P13 / P14
ABB Procontrol P13 & P14 are established power plant automation systems used for reliable distributed control, turbine operation, and integrated process monitoring. Procontrol P13, first introduced in the early 1980s, has extensive installations in fossil fuel, gas turbine, hydro, nuclear and waste‑to‑energy plants, offering modular control, HMI integration, and flexible signal handling. Procontrol P14, launched in the late 1970s, provides a complete plant control solution with instrumentation, operations management, engineering, and turbine control capabilities backed by ABB’s “Evolution without obsolescence” policy. Both systems support field device communications and are designed for long‑term operational reliability in industrial power generation environments.
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How to Train Your Maintenance Team for Industrial Automation Systems
Proper training of maintenance teams is essential to prevent downtime and ensure smooth operations in industrial automation. With PLCs, DCS, SCADA, and IoT systems, technicians need advanced skills to manage complex control systems. This guide provides a structured approach to building a capable team.
Understanding Fail-Safe in Siemens PLCs for Industrial Automation
In industrial automation, safety PLCs provide advanced protection beyond standard types. They safely shut down machinery during faults, reducing external hardware needs. Certified to SIL and IEC/ISO standards, they ensure functional safety in factory automation, protecting both personnel and critical equipment.
Understanding GE Fanuc Emerson Field Control for Industrial Automation
GE Fanuc Emerson’s Field Control I/O offered a compact, DIN-rail-mounted solution for industrial automation. Ideal for water treatment and process plants, its integrated design saved panel space and simplified wiring. Though reliable, this line is now obsolete, requiring a shift to modern, high-speed remote I/O.