Open Architecture
An open architecture control system is best for the owner in every comparison:
- Initial and ongoing costs
- Easy to upgrade
- Reliability and service
- Function
- Communication and networking
Petrotech’s open architecture control system upgrade is best for the owner:
- Mature overall design - proven on many turbine types, more than 250 successful integrated system installations
- Very high standards for software and functionality - exceeds the original system in every way
- Maximum flexibility for owner - use same PLC as other control systems
- Low support costs - most owners can service equipment; troubleshooting and diagnostic support from Petrotech via modem or 24-hour telephone
- Effective "hands on" training at factory acceptance test
An open architecture control system also typically includes auxiliary systems, sensing devices and end elements such as:
- Fuel valve system upgrades and conversions
- Turbine hydraulic system upgrades
- Thermocouples and radiation shields
- New speed sensing systems
- Pressure/flow/temperature transmitters, switches, RTDs
- Water or steam injection systems
- Combustor flame sensors