Technology
Matrikon
Industry
Aviation and Aerospace
Client
Dubai Airport
Country
Dubai
Goals
- Connect RCF system with existing Niagara BMS for control and monitoring
- Achieve quick and secure integration for Dubai Airport's PA system
Challenges
- Integration of the RCF public announcement system with the Niagara Building Management System (BMS) at Dubai Airport Terminal 2
- Restricted number of drivers for Niagara BMS's PA system, hindering direct interaction with RCF
- Prohibitive cost and time for developing new drivers
Solutions
- Utilized Matrikon OPC Genie Technology for integration
- Leveraged Niagara BMS's OPC compliance for data exchange
- Enabled delivery of commands through a serial port for RCF device management
Results
- Successful proof of concept instilled trust in the Airport Project Team
- Significant cost and time savings during development and execution
- Establishment of an open industrial protocol, ensuring vendor independence
Dubai Airport encountered a significant obstacle in integrating the RCF public announcement system with the Niagara Building Management System (BMS) at Terminal 2. The direct interaction between these systems was limited due to driver constraints, which posed challenges in control and monitoring. Developing new drivers to address this issue was deemed prohibitively expensive and time-consuming.
The complexity was further compounded by the scarcity of drivers specifically designed for the Public Announcement (PA) system within the Niagara BMS framework. This scarcity hindered the seamless interaction required between the RCF and Niagara BMS systems, raising concerns about efficiency and functionality.
In response, Dubai Airport strategically leveraged Matrikon OPC Genie Technology as the key solution. This robust technology provided a quick and secure integration path, bridging the gap between the RCF and Niagara BMS systems. By implementing Matrikon OPC, the Airport successfully orchestrated the PA system within Terminal 2 without the need for additional drivers or extensive development efforts.
The adoption of Matrikon OPC technology not only resolved the driver constraints but also resulted in significant time and cost savings for Dubai Airport. This outcome highlighted Matrikon OPC as a crucial tool in the aviation industry's pursuit of efficient control and monitoring mechanisms.
In summary, Matrikon OPC Genie Technology played a pivotal role in overcoming integration challenges at Dubai Airport, demonstrating its ability to streamline processes, save time, and reduce costs in complex operational environments.
Common Problems:
- Restricted Drivers: Limited number of drivers for Niagara BMS's PA system, hindering direct interaction with RCF
- Prohibitive Development Costs: High cost and time required for developing new drivers
Matrikon Solutions:
- Restricted Drivers: Leveraged Matrikon OPC Genie Technology for seamless integration
- Prohibitive Development Costs: Mitigated costs by opting for Matrikon OPC, resulting in significant savings