SCADA
Basically consists of data accessing
and controlling process remotely.
feature
Conversion of data is possible i.e. analog to
digital and vice versa.
Can communicate to any of the protocols
available in market.
Completely rely on window based operating
systems.
Distance as such doesnt hamper SCADA
operation.
SCADA is not dedicated to any one type of
application or industry.
NEED OF SCADA
Previously without SCADA an industrial
process was entirely controlled by PLC,
CNC , PID & micro controllers having
programmed in certain languages or codes.
These codes were either written in
assembly language or relay logic without any
true animation that would explain the
process running.
Thus
to make the understanding process
easily with the help of true animations
SCADA came into existence
WHAT IS SCADA ?
It
works like a supervisor who supervises the
entire plant area ,if needed it also controls the
process as well as it converts the data segments
for storing process values.
From
a distant place if we want to run the
process, SCADA can do for you.
SCADA
is not a 100% controller it is just a
software which has to be linked with
controllers. it is to be connected to PLC / PID /
DCS systems which in turn are connected to
field instruments.
Hazardous
areas , unhygienic places where a
person cant be send regularly but process has
to be watched continuously or should be
controlled then it can be done using SCADA.
FEATURES OF SCADA
Dynamic representation
Database & Device connectivity
Alarm Systems
Scripts
Trends
Recipe Management
Security
DYNAMIC
REPRESENTATION
This feature explains about the
representation of various symbols of field
instruments which are present in tool
library which can be utilized in SCADA
applications.
SCADA is not dedicated to any specific
industry hence its library is so large that
you can use it for any industries available.
DATABASE & DEVICE
CONNECTIVITY
SCADA doesnt have its own database. Hence
for storage it depends on databases available
in the market. It can be connected to VB
,SQL,EXCEL or SAP.
SCADA is not a 100%. It can be connected to
any PLC or DCS. Hence any PLC or DCS that
are available in the market by using specific
driver software it can be connected.
It provides an real time access for the
machine data server and the machine itself.
ALARM SYSTEMS
Generally alarms are implemented by
indicating lamps or Hooters.
In the field area alarms are generated for
warnings or to keep the process between
certain limits
The format consists of date , time , status ,
priorities , many such elements which can be
used for generation of reports.
TRENDS
Trends are something where you can view
the industrial process data in real time and
can save that data and view it in future.
Trends are generally of 2 types
Real Time Trends
Historical
Trends
SCRIPTS
It is the combination of logical operators
which are written in a statement.
It is used to run the applications made or
stimulate before final execution.
Various types of scripts make project
execution simpler for programmer.
RECIPE MANAGEMENT
One of the finest feature of any SCADA .
It explains that we can maintain various
recipes of different process and implement it
on the process.
All the recipes are stored in a single server
and it can be fetched by any client server
from any area to run the process.
SECURITY
Every application has to be secured from
unauthorized users by different security
levels .
In SCADA this security can be given as a
whole as well as individually.
ADVANTAGES OF SCADA
TECHNOLOGY
Increase Efficiency
- Minimize Fault Response Time
- ReducePlanned Downtimes
- Isolate and Precisely Locate Faults
Maximize Profitability
- Reduce Failures / Unplanned Downtimes
- Reduce Operations Overhead
- Reduce Manpower Requirement
- Maximize Equipment Life Time
Maximize Safety
- Public Safety
- Site Safety
DISADVANTAGES OF SCADA
TECHNOLOGY
Currently SCADA-based control system is
quite vulnerable if it is not done with the
supervision and discipline.
When a SCADA system is connected to the
wide area network the level of risk is high.
It is prone to hacking or any other external
interference .
APPLICATIONS OF SCADA
Industrial
process include those of
manufacturing, production, power generation,
refining etc.
Infrastructure processes may be public or
private, water treatment and distribution,
wastewater collection and treatment, electrical
power transmission and distribution, defense
systems, and large communication systems.
Facility processes occur both in public facilities
and private ones, including buildings, airports,
ships, and space stations. They monitor and
control HVAC, access, and energy consumption.
CONCLUSION
SCADA systems are the control systems for
any critical infrastructure
Maintaining their reliability and security is
essential for infrastructure dependability and
resilience
