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I have been trying to identify process improvement opportunities in our batch plant where advanced process control can make an impact. I am currently implementing a Controllogix solution to a Waste water treatment
project. The Analog to Digital ratio is high, and there are quite a few PID loops. Most of the PIDs are for controlling the pH with a given set
point. pH is non linear and the rate of flow of waste water varies (comes in batches). This would be a good opportunity to try out some advanced
control algorithms, and I have been trying to figure out an appropriate software that would interface with AB Controllogix. Our vendors suggested using RSTune or RSLoop Optimizer. RSLoop Optimizer seems to be a good fit. I was wondering if one of you Process control gurus could shed some light on appropriate software packages. Is RSLoop Optimization the best Advanced
Process Control software in the market for our situation? Should I start thinking along the lines of Adaptive controllers? What other packages
should I be aware of? This would help us out immensely.
Thanks,
Arvind
project. The Analog to Digital ratio is high, and there are quite a few PID loops. Most of the PIDs are for controlling the pH with a given set
point. pH is non linear and the rate of flow of waste water varies (comes in batches). This would be a good opportunity to try out some advanced
control algorithms, and I have been trying to figure out an appropriate software that would interface with AB Controllogix. Our vendors suggested using RSTune or RSLoop Optimizer. RSLoop Optimizer seems to be a good fit. I was wondering if one of you Process control gurus could shed some light on appropriate software packages. Is RSLoop Optimization the best Advanced
Process Control software in the market for our situation? Should I start thinking along the lines of Adaptive controllers? What other packages
should I be aware of? This would help us out immensely.
Thanks,
Arvind