Honeywell Experion PKS Orion SCADA system

Honeywell Process Solutions has launched its latest version of Experion PKS Orion, featuring capabilities that allow industrial plants to implement automation projects faster and more efficiently, while making it easier to manage daily operations.

Experion PKS Orion makes use of approaches such as virtualisation, universal channel technology and using the cloud to design projects remotely. The project workflow, when implementing process control and safety systems, can be adjusted to shorten schedules and minimise risk through every phase of the project.

Experion Virtualization Solutions and remotely configurable Universal I/O cabinets allow for late-stage design changes and better hardware management. Capabilities like Experion Collaboration Station and Experion SCADA’s HMI provide teams with the ability to share information across geographically dispersed locations and simplify operations over thousands of assets.

The universal channel technology enables instant, remote configuration of both process and safety I/O, without additional hardware - permitting the use of standardised cabinets. Universal I/O modules reduce equipment requirements and footprint, and can be quickly configured for multiple channel types.

The version also uses blade server technology for advanced virtualisation capabilities. Leveraging virtualisation, upfront hardware requirements can be delayed so hardware is more current when the project is handed over.

With the Experion Collaboration Station, users can display both business and process information in a common view supporting faster resolution of routine or abnormal situations. Additionally, the company has incorporated Abnormal Situation Management (ASM) Consortium principles in its SCADA design for superior HMI and situational awareness.