Technology
Matrikon
Industry
Oil and Gas
Client
Air Liquide Saudi Arabia
Country
Saudi Arabia
Goals
Ensure integrity of the pipeline between facility and client
Exchange process data and perform statistical analysis for leak detection
Challenges
Implementing a leak detection system (LDS) for a pipeline between facilities at Air Liquide Al Khafrah with a 10-kilometer distance
Need to connect REL Instruments & Atmos LDS to Foxboro I/A DCS
Solutions
Employed Matrikon's OPC Server for connection to Foxboro I/A DCS
Ran LDS as a local client alongside the OPC Server on the same Windows2000PC
Results
Seamless exchange of approximately ten values between LDS and DCS
Efficient leak detection, contributing to the overall safety of the facility
Air Liquide's Al Khafrah facility in Saudi Arabia required a leak detection system (LDS) to ensure pipeline integrity. Connecting REL Instruments & Atmos LDS to Foxboro I/A DCS was a challenge. Matrikon's OPC Server was employed to establish this connection, with the LDS running as a local client alongside the OPC Server. |
The intricate task of seamlessly connecting REL Instruments & Atmos LDS to Foxboro I/A DCS demanded a solution that could bridge the gap between diverse systems. Enter Matrikon's OPC Server, the catalyst for establishing a seamless and efficient connection in this complex environment. At the heart of this transformative integration is Matrikon's OPC Server, a powerful and versatile tool that serves as the linchpin between REL Instruments & Atmos LDS and the Foxboro I/A DCS. This innovative server acts as the conduit for flawless communication, allowing critical data to flow seamlessly between the leak detection system and the distributed control system. |
Matrikon's OPC Server acts as the backbone, ensuring that REL Instruments & Atmos LDS operates seamlessly as a local client alongside the Foxboro I/A DCS. The result? Unprecedented synchronization and coordination, safeguarding the integrity of Air Liquide's Al Khafrah facility pipelines with utmost precision. |
Common Problems | Solutions |
Pipeline Integrity: Challenge in connecting REL Instruments & Atmos LDS to Foxboro I/A DCS Seamless Integration: Ensuring efficient leak detection and maintaining pipeline integrity |
Pipeline Integrity: Employed Matrikon's OPC Server to facilitate the connection Seamless Integration: Ran LDS as a local client alongside the OPC Server for smooth exchange of values |