Technology
Aveva
Industry
Energy
Client
NAWAH / ENEC
Country
UAE
Goals
Enhance PI Vision displays with improved design and interactivity
Enable button-triggered write-back to AF attributes from selected tags
Incorporate advanced visualization elements like reports and 3D objects
Improve mobile access performance for timely data display
Challenges
Upgrading displays without operational disruption
Extending secure interactive write-back features
Resolving mobile performance issues
Designing templates aligned with strict standards
Solutions
Enhanced shapes, functions, and color coding in PI Vision displays
Developed interactive write-back capabilities via buttons
Integrated reports and 3D objects for richer visualization
Created reusable graphic templates and optimized display performance
Results
Modern, interactive, and visually appealing PI Vision displays
Improved operational decision-making through enriched data views
Reliable mobile access addressing prior performance issues
Accelerated future developments with reusable templates
 |
NAWAH / ENEC PI Vision EnhancementIn 2023, EMI was awarded the important task of enhancing the existing PI Vision displays at NAWAH, located in Abu Dhabi, which is part of the Emirates Nuclear Energy Corporation (ENEC). The project was driven by the need to improve operational visualization tools, focusing especially on providing management and key stakeholders with clear, actionable insights through better monitoring of critical KPIs. The enhancement aimed to transform the way data was presented and interacted with, making it more intuitive, responsive, and aligned with operational needs. |
The project scope included redesigning existing PI Vision displays to improve their visual appeal, usability, and functionality. This involved introducing interactive elements such as buttons that could trigger write-back commands to Asset Framework (AF) attributes, a feature that enhanced user control and operational flexibility directly from the visualization interface. In addition, advanced visualization capabilities were incorporated by embedding reports and three-dimensional objects within the PI Vision environment, offering a richer and more comprehensive data experience.
A significant challenge was to upgrade these systems without causing any downtime or operational interruptions, as NAWAH’s nuclear facility requires continuous and reliable monitoring. Another critical aspect was addressing performance issues, particularly for users accessing PI Vision on mobile devices, to ensure timely and accurate data display regardless of platform. EMI also developed reusable graphic templates that adhere to NAWAH’s stringent design standards, facilitating faster and more consistent future developments.
| Throughout the project, EMI applied best practices in user interface design and system optimization to enhance both the look and feel of the displays and their underlying performance. This holistic approach not only improved user satisfaction and operational efficiency but also ensured that NAWAH’s management teams could rely on PI Vision for accurate, up-to-date information to make critical decisions. The success of this project has set a foundation for continuous improvement in visualization technologies within a high-stakes nuclear energy environment. |  |