Technology
Aveva
Industry
Food and Beverage
Client
MEFSCO
Country
KSA
Goals
Install and configure a reliable PI System for process data acquisition
Ensure robust data archiving, buffering, and backup procedures
Integrate PI System with OPC Server for real-time data collection
Develop comprehensive reports and deploy client software
Challenges
Correctly sizing and configuring PI Server archives for efficient data handling
Validating seamless communication between PI System and OPC Server
Implementing reliable data buffering and backup to maintain integrity
Designing user-friendly reports for diverse production units
Solutions
Installed and configured PI Server with archive sizing and backup procedures
Set up and validated communication with OPC Server
Configured data buffering and monitoring tags for system health
Developed targeted PI DataLink reports and deployed client software
Results
Fully operational PI System providing reliable real-time data acquisition
Enhanced operational visibility with tailored reports and dashboards
Improved system reliability with tested buffering and backup mechanisms
Smooth user adoption through client installations and management tools
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MEFSCO PI System InstallationIn 2021, EMI was selected to deliver a comprehensive PI System installation for MEFSCO, a major food and beverage manufacturer in Saudi Arabia. The project involved full lifecycle setup including server installation, configuration, data acquisition interfaces, and client deployment. EMI ensured the PI Server archives were properly sized and backup procedures implemented to maintain data integrity and system stability |
A key part of the implementation was integrating the PI System with MEFSCO’s OPC Server for real-time data collection. Rigorous validation ensured data flowed reliably from process control to the PI environment. Buffering mechanisms were configured to prevent data loss during network or hardware interruptions.
EMI also developed customized reports and dashboards tailored to MEFSCO’s production and maintenance needs. These tools enhanced visibility into operations across multiple units, supporting decision-making and process optimization. Client software and management tools were installed to facilitate system use and centralized control. The outcome was a stable, scalable PI System providing reliable real-time monitoring and reporting, improving operational efficiency and supporting MEFSCO’s digital transformation.