Process Automation & Machine Control
Inc.Process Automation
HTSE has developed, installed, and commissioned a diverse variety of DCS and PLC control platforms for many different processes. Techniques used include advanced algorithms, PIDs, IEC 1131, programming standards development, simulation, startup, and interfacing to databases. We have installed hundreds of control systems and developed countless amounts of operating logic to control a variety of manufacturing processes and equipment. This diverse cross-section of hardware platforms and applications has taught HTSE the importance of developing structured programming standards, flexible control code and the importance of utilizing engineering staff that not only have superior programming abilities but a strong knowledge of processes, process equipment and their safe and reliable control. Make sure to review our Representative Process Automation Project Listing.
Batching and Continuous Process Controls
HTSE works with clients on batch and continuous process control projects ranging from single loop to plant-wide systems. We deliver solutions using the best available standard systems and components. Whenever possible, we design DCS, PLC, and PC based control solutions using widely marketed hardware and SCADA platforms. Such systems ensure better vendor support and spare parts availability and allow HTSE systems to be supported by you in-house, by us, or through other providers in addition to HTSE.
The control of a batch or continuous process demands a specific knowledge of process automation. Knowledge of standards like S88 and significant experience are a necessity in the successful implementation of a batch or continuous process control system. HTSE possesses the in-house expertise to answer questions such as:
- What are the best proven methodologies and available technologies to meet the need?
- How should the process be segmented?
- What is the best way to standardize batch building blocks? i.e. chemical additions, etc.
- How should recipes be constructed?
- What about FDA and regulatory compliance?
- Does the process design meet the specific automation standards?
HTSE engineering staff has the field skills and experience necessary to support the start-up and commissioning of your automated processes and machinery. We offer training and system documentation services so that your plant personnel can operate and maintain the systems we design and install. As an automation service provider, our responsibility is to provide a robust, reliable and profitable system for our clients. We will:
- Develop start-up and commissioning documents and/or checklists for equipment and controls
- Work with the trades on power-up to check field devices
- Operate each piece of equipment or portion of the process to observe, identify, and correct problems
- Confirm all communications are functioning properly
- Provide all PLC Program or DCS configuration testing and debug
- Tune control loops
- Perform fault annunciations and alarm action verification testing
- Perform process and/or equipment operational verification
- Finalize and verify that the requirements of the design are satisfied
- Perform or be present for dry and production runs
- Perform validation execution or other regulatory checks if required
- Provide operator training
- Provide operations manuals
