In order to be able to execute these automation tasks flexibly and economically, we use universal distributed control systems from different manufacturers.

Distributed control system advantages and customer benefits:

• Reduction in total operating costs (total cost of ownership) thanks to integrated, perfectly harmonized system modules
• High performance and quality
• Efficient engineering, reliability, and availability
• Flexibility and scalability
• Openness
• Standardisation of functions
• Short engineering and turn around times
• System-wide, integrated hardware and software engineering with a central engineering system
• Universal diagnosis options for troubleshooting during routine operations
• Easy maintainability
• Easy plant modifications/enhancements (online)