At Process Expo 2013, Adroit Technologies released new versions of the Adroit 8.0 Scada, MAPS 3.0, Adroit Scada Intelligence 3.0 and the Adroit Report Suite that incorporates a new version of the Alarm Management software. This software and Mitsubishi Factory Automation products gives customers cutting-edge technology and value for money through increased performance and enhanced security.
With four new software product versions and the Mitsubishi Factory Automation’s range of hardware products, Adroit can deliver complete automation solutions that are both reliable and versatile. Regional launches are planned for June/July and further details will be made available soon.
Adroit 8.0 Smart Scada
The Adroit 8.0 Smart Scada is an innovative 64-bit version of the Adroit software. It is built on the latest Microsoft platform, making it more flexible, smarter and faster, resulting in increased performance and reduced costs. Adroit 8.0 builds on the existing server technology and .Net based Smart User Interface that has proven extremely popular with local and international customers. The Designer application is based on the latest Microsoft technologies and sports a modern menu control bar, rich in design shortcuts and other tools. The Designer and Operator interfaces can now be accessed via an Internet browser.
The 64-bit system is designed for process control, manufacturing systems and any open automation applications requiring an advanced, feature rich solution. It is developed on the .NET platform and is compatible with the latest Microsoft 8 operating systems. Adroit 8.0 has a flexible object-oriented client-server architecture that supports any system from a standalone implementation to an installation spanning multiple distributed sites making it ideal for small or extremely large applications.
Adroit 8.0 is built on a client-server architecture where the Agent Server (I/O Server) which communicates with field devices such as PLCs, RTUs and OPC Servers and performs the server function of scanning, logging, alarming and value processing. The Client side (Smart UI Designer and Smart UI Operator) provides the capacity of configuring, designing, displaying and manipulating the values in a rich user interface. Key features include:
* Web enabled interface.
* One-click wizard updates.
* Advanced logging options.
* Enhanced graphics libraries.
* Classic Adroit project upgrades.
* Enhanced project security.
* New Excel based Bulk Import Tool.
MAPS 3.0
The Mitsubishi Adroit Process Suite (MAPS) is a life-cycle software tool that offers value along the entire chain. It addresses the shortcomings of most PLC/scada integration tools in that it offers value to the engineering and integration phases. It also extends the integrity of the ‘as delivered’ solution and offers customers the ability to handle the normal extensions and maintenance of any automation project.
The Microsoft .Net framework is the backbone of the MAPS software architecture and is built using the Adroit Smart Client technology offering secure web enabled user interfaces. Mitsubishi GX Works 2 is used as the PLC programming tool with DesSoft applications to generate plant design documentation including I/O schedules for the PLC and scada. Key features include:
* Create PLC projects for GX Works 2.
* New gauges toolbox.
* Enhanced element browser.
* Improved custom template design wizard.
* Enhanced security with password-protection.
* Version and document management.
Scada Intelligence
Adroit Scada Intelligence is an out-of-the-box data warehousing and business intelligence solution that collects and organises historical data from disparate data sources into a structured industry standard data model (ISA-95 Expanded Equipment Hierarchy). The resulting information is then made available on a common platform to enable informed decision making.
Adroit Scada Intelligence is developed on the Microsoft SQL 2008 R2 Enterprise Business Intelligence (BI) platform. Microsoft Business Intelligence solutions scale to the needs of an organisation to respond quickly to changes.
The Adroit Scada Intelligence Manager is used to configure data connectors, define how and when data is to be processed, database archiving, system backups, monitor system performance, processing durations and system error logs. The Analyser allows users to do ad hoc analysis on the data warehouse using drag and drop functionality.
Key features include:
* Reduced configuration time.
* Reporting templates.
* Seamless Excel analysis.
* SharePoint capabilities.
* Multiple data sources.
* ISA-95 structured equipment hierarchy.
* Microsoft SQL reporting services.
Report Suite: Alarm Management
Adroit Alarm Management brings clarity to alarming and allows the routing of any alarms in Adroit through to the structured alarm management database. The Adroit Alarm Management Reports provide the tools necessary for alarm system performance measurements and improvement. The reports include an alarm system performance dashboard and a system performance comparison report to support continuous improvement initiatives. The alarm analysis reports provide insight into alarming to help improve alarm system and plant. Key features include:
* Web based reporting.
* Drill through reports.
* User-defined reports schedule.
* Windows authentication security.
* Flexible analysis.
It has been over a year since Mitsubishi Electric Europe acquired a 14,9% share in Adroit Technologies. The Mitsubishi Adroit partnership has grown and blossomed into a perfect fit, offering sub-Saharan Africa a full and unique automation solution.
Mitsubishi L-Series
The L-Series is a powerful but compact modular controller with many built-in features. With its excellent cost performance and usability it is ideal for use in mid-size control applications.
The rack-free design promotes high system flexibility with minimum form factor. The single-CPU architecture includes Ethernet and mini-USB interfaces, a SD/SDHC memory card slot for program storage and data logging, and 24 digital I/O for simple high-speed counting and positioning functions. The high-performance CPU also includes a CC-Link V2 Master/Local station for connection to the powerful open field network CC-Link.
Besides the functions already built-in, the CPU can be supplemented with up to 10 extension and special function modules for additional digital and analog I/Os, high-speed counters, communications interfaces, motion and positioning.
The compact size and multitude of built-in high-powered functions makes the L-Series ideal for both standalone machines as well as networked stations in larger applications.
Mitsubishi FR-D700-SC inverter
Simple and safe operability, compact design as well as improved performance features were the focus during the development of the FR-D700-SC frequency inverter. Improved functions and device properties such as simplified cabling thanks to spring clamps, the integrated Digital Dial with LED display, improved performance yield in the low-speed range as well as the integrated emergency stop function make the FR-D700-SC the standard in the ultra-compact class.
The FR-D700-SC is especially advantageous for standard applications by virtue of its user friendliness. It is the correct choice in both simple and more sophisticated applications. Typical applications are feeder and conveyor drives, machining tools or gate and door drives.
This inverter actively monitors its own functional safety. If, for example, the cooling fan rpm decreases to 50%, a pre-alarm is triggered. An internal measuring program monitors the ageing of the capacitors and an operating hours counter enables the operator to plan the best time for servicing. Protection and overload functions like the phase failure monitoring system for both the input and output circuits ensure trouble-free operation.
For more information contactJan-Hendrik Rust, Adroit Technologies, +27 (0)11 658 8100, [email protected], www.adroit.co.za
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