SPI Interfaces & Integration the future is not what it used to be John Dressel SmartPlant Instrumentation Application Specialist Sunday, June 5. 2011 Orlando Fl.
The Beginning In the beginning there was INtools and the known universe of Control Systems Engineering Automation revolved around it This was good - but INtools only had limited interfaces and no integration to fulfill our Vision of a Data Centric environment
The Vision We looked into the INtools crystal ball and saw a Vision for the Future of Engineering Automation The Import / Export capabilities of INtools would give us the ability to interface with other software We could Import data into INtools to complement the engineering data We could Export data to Excel and dbase for use on other programs But we still didn t have real integration with other software or applications We Wanted More!
INtools capabilities Excerpts from a 1998 INtools Presentation INtools is a Microsoft Windows based Application and uses the standard Windows Graphical User Interface. INtools uses ODBC compliant databases such as Oracle, MS-SQL and Sybase. INtools is more than an Engineering tool. It is also is the plant operations and maintenance software used by Owner Operator companies. INtools has become the de facto standard for Control Systems Automation. INtools is being integrated with other Engineering Tools to create a data centric engineering environment.. INtools is integrated to other applications, such as Fisher Firstview valve sizing, AutoCAD and Microsoft CAD systems. INtools is state of the art and supports new instrument concepts such as Communications, Fieldbus and ISA compliant datasheets. We Wanted More!
The Vision Grows When Intergraph purchased INtools in 1999 the Vision of a truly integrated Engineering Environment grew Intergraph already had a development plan for creating a SmartPlant Integrated suite of products They quickly included INtools in the SmartPlant Enterprise and SmartPlant Instrumentation Powered by INtools was born Now we had a promise for the future integration of Engineering Automation We Wanted More!
The Vision Grows With Interfaces into SmartPlant P&ID and SmartPlant Electrical we saw the possibilities of other interfaces for EPC, Owner and Vendor Data. A vision of integration for SmartPlant Instrumentation became closer
The SmartPlant Integration Manager With the introduction of the SmartPlant Foundation a framework for real integration of SmartPlant Instrumentation becomes available
The SmartPlant Integration Manager On closer inspection we discover that the Integration for SmartPlant Instrumentation only includes a few specific data sets that can be published and retrieved for other SmartPlant Applications
The SmartPlant P&ID Integration with SPI Currently the P&ID Data published to the Foundation can only be correlated with the SPI Instrument Index and SPEL I/O Equipment List
The SmartPlant Electrical Integration with SPI Currently the SPEL Data published to the Foundation can only be correlated with the SPI Power and Cabinets data and SP3D cable data
The SmartPlant 3D Integration with SPI Currently the SmartPlant 3D can only retrieve SPI DDP Data Sheets through the SmartPlant Foundation Share Base
The Future SmartPlant Integration Manager As the SmartPlant Foundation integration management matures the number and quality of integrated data sets will improve including EPC, Owner Operator and Instrument Vendor data interfaces We Want More!
SmartPlant Foundation We also have the capability of creating SmartPlant Foundation TEF adaptors to interface EPC or Owner Operator software applications into the share base developing another layer of integration
Vendor Data Integration There are a myriad of Vendor and System interfaces to SmartPlant Instrumentation that are developed but we still lack true integration
The Vision of Vendor Integration Integrating Vendor Data Consistent Spec Sheet Generation for Sizing and Selection Control Valves and Instruments SPI integration for Control System wiring I/O SPI integration for DCS Configuration data SPI integration for Plant Maintenance and Operation Systems Vendor Integration Challenges Using SmartPlant Instrumentation in As-Built, work-sharing, multi-contractor environments Lack of integration standards and consistent methods of data definition and transfer Problems with underutilization of SmartPlant Instrumentation Vendor Integration
SmartPlant Instrumentation Vendor Interfaces TAG NUMBER Instrument Type RULE BASE PROFILE Index Spec Sheets Wiring line data Process Field DCS I/O CARD LIBRARY Service Spec Data DCS DCS CONFIGURATION Dimensions Sizing Data I/O Loading PLANT OPERATIONS DDP SPEC SHEET SMARTLOOP Control Valve Sizing & Selection Instrument 3D MODEL Sizing & Selection SPEC SHEETS CONSTRUCTION DRAWINGS
Control Valve Vendor Integration Functionality Build Control Valve Tags and input process sizing and selection data into SPI using automation functions Create Control Valve Datasheets in SPI Use SPI or Vendor valve sizing calculations Use Vendor Valve Selection software Import Manufacturer and Model Numbers from Vendor Selection Software to SPI Export DDP data to SP3D model This Functionality should work the same for all Vendors and all Control Valve types We Want More!
Instrument Vendor Integration Functionality Build all Instrument Tags and input process, sizing and selection data in SPI using automation functions Create Instrument Datasheets in SPI Export to Vendor Sizing and Selection Software Use Vendor sizing and selection of instruments Import Manufacturer and Model Numbers into SPI From Vendor Selection Software Issue Purchase Orders and Construction Hookup documents from SPI This Functionality should work the same for all Vendors across all Instrument types We Want More!
Control Systems Vendor Integration Functionality Users create the Field Wiring Network with I/O Loading in SPI Import Vendor I/O Card Libraries into SPI Connect devices and cables in SPI using the SPI Wiring Explorer and Modules Export SPI DCS I/O data to DCS Configuration data to Vendor Configuration Programs Operation and Maintenance Owner Operator Functionality for Control Systems Use the Vendor Configuration software and SPI Wiring data to Configure and Maintain Process Control System This Functionality should work the same for all Vendors across all Control System Types We Want More!
Issues with Vendor interfaces and Integration When using SPI in As-Built, work-sharing or multi-contractor environment The SPI Database can have limited access - adding complexity to the use of interfaces Some SPI Functions do not work in the EPC and Owner / Operator As-Built Mode Inconsistency in the capabilities of different pillars on a work share project Suggestions to correct underutilization of SPI Vendor Interfaces Remove the required special license key for each DCS interfaces and make all Interfaces part of the standard add-ons for all licenses Develop a standard DCS data exchange library that will work across multiple DCS Vendors to import and export SPI data The I/O Card Library import needs to be separated from the DCS Interface Standardize the interfaces and data transfer so interfaces work the same from vendor to vendor makes user training simpler The magnitude of data fields on Spec forms are confusing use more man hours to properly populate Specs Use Interoperability Integration Standards when developing SPI Interfaces
Interoperability Standards Vision While many of the Interface Standards work together and even complement each other, Others contradict or duplicate data transfer definitions Whatever standards the Intergraph SmartPlant Foundation integration component of SmartPlant Enterprise adopt will probably become the de-facto standard for other interfaces The demand for Vendor Interfaces and Integration into Engineering Automation tools is growing and Intergraph is well positioned to take the lead in furnishing well designed and functional interfaces for some time to come We Want More!
Interoperability Standards The Process Engineering communities need to further coordinate efforts in areas critical to lifecycle information Interface and Integration Companies like Intergraph, Fluor, Emerson and Bechtel are working together to utilize international data interface standards for interoperability Data Interoperability, Interface and Integration STANDARDS WARS NAMUR / Prolist NE-100 Interface Data Definition Interface Standard for engineering processes to build and maintain chemical plants ISO 15926 is a Cross Product Data Mapping Integration Standard for data exchange developments in the oil and gas industries Additional Standards that may apply ecl@ss has established a Product, Services and Materials Naming Code Standard in many European market places and is integrating the German classifications (ETIM, Proficlass, ) PIDX (Petroleum Industry Data Exchange) is the ecommerce Standard for using XML Data Integration as a basis for procurement processes and data exchanges in oil and gas ECCMA (Electronic Commerce Code Management Association) developed a standard descriptive language for Data Exchange Compliance Requirements and cataloging individuals, organizations, locations, goods and services
NAMUR / PROLIST NE-100 Standard PROLIST NE-100 for engineering processes to build and maintain chemical plants using Lists of Properties (LOP) for data exchange NE-100 Version 3.2 contains 107 LOP for: Sensor Types (51) Interface Devices (37) Actuator Types (19) DCS/PLC I/O Types are in Development XML Interface Data Definition Interface Standard
ISO 15926 Integration Standard ISO 15926 is the basis for many developments in oil and gas data exchange Part 1 - Introduction, information concerning engineering, construction and operation of production facilities is created, used and modified by many different organizations throughout a facility's lifetime. The purpose of ISO 15926 is to facilitate integration of data to support the lifecycle activities and processes of production facilities. Part 2 - Data Model. a generic 4D model that can support all disciplines, supply chain company types and life cycle stages, regarding information about functional requirements, physical solutions, types of objects and individual objects as well as activities. Parts 4,5,6 - Reference Data, the terms used within facilities for the process industry. Part 7 - Implementation methods for the integration of distributed systems, defining an implementation architecture that is based on the W3C Recommendations for the Semantic Web. SmartPlant Foundation is the information management and integration component of SmartPlant Enterprise. The underlying Intergraph SmartPlant Foundation data model shares a common basis with ISO 15926 Part 2. Cross Product Data Mapping Integration Standard
SmartPlant Foundation Vendor Interfaces The addition of ISO15926 and NE-100 to SmartPlant Foundation will provide for the creation of numerous Standard Interfaces to Integrate Vendor Sizing, Selection and Purchasing Data into SPI
SmartPlant Foundation System Interfaces The addition of ISO15926 and NE-100 to SmartPlant Foundation will also provide for the creation of numerous System Interfaces for Project Management and Asset Management applications
Interoperability Beyond SmartPlant Vendor Application Interfaces may open up new functionality to SmartPlant Instrumentation Integrated Vendor catalogs for selection, dimensioning and connection information Supply chain applications for electronic purchasing and material management Electronic pricing applications for Bidding and Estimating Utility Application Interfaces may add additional functionality to SmartPlant Instrumentation Data auditing and progress reporting applications Integration programs for Safety and Fire & Gas Systems Special applications for other business sectors such as Nuclear, pharmaceutical, mining and manufacturing We Want More!
Interoperability Beyond SmartPlant Adding the ability to easily create adaptors for User Interface and Interoperability Programs will allow EPC, Owner Operator, Vendors and System programmers to Integrate through SmartPlant Foundation
SmartPlant Interoperability Future Vision With Global Work Sharing and Joint Venture projects the need for secure web based access to applications and data from any network device and any location in the world is becoming an important part of Interoperability More and more companies are looking at Cloud Computing as a mechanism to simplify the delivery method of IT services. We Want More!
SmartPlant Interoperability Future Vision Recoding the SmartPlant TEF adaptors in AJAX or other web based technology will allow cloud Integration to a SmartPlant Foundation Integration and Info management cloud server
SmartPlant Interoperability Future Vision With the advent of Cloud Computing, Mobile Access, Web Security, Refined Standards and new SmartPlant Applications the Future Vision of Engineering Automation Data Integration with SmartPlant Instrumentation looks very promising
Questions and Comments What is the Future Vision of SmartPlant Instrumentation Integration?