Abstract:
As the Distributed control system (DCS) reaches the end of lifecycle and an upgrade to new automation is essential, there is much to be considered. Potential challenges for instance are differences in hardware that can affect the migration process, unexpected downtime of the plant and unanticipated costs. These can jeopardize the upgrade project which is vital to the productivity of the plant. Advanced awareness of these challenges and groundwork can enable a smoother migration. This paper highlights the planning and requirements for safe and manageable control system migration, providing guidance to upgrade the automation systems while making the most from the prevailing plant resources and intellectual property.
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