FMs can monitor mission-critical power systems and alarms remotely with Russelectric’s control system

by Brianna Crandall — January 26, 2022 — Russelectric, A Siemens Business and manufacturer of power control systems and automatic transfer switches, has just announced the availability of customized Russelectric supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems that enable users to monitor system operation, acknowledge alarms and review PLC setpoints and alarm history.

Russelectric SCADA power control system

Customized supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems enable users to monitor system operation, acknowledge alarms, and review PLC setpoints and alarm history. Image courtesy Russelectric. Click to enlarge.

All screens are custom-designed for each power control system in order to provide the most realistic, accurate display possible.

The basic SCADA system includes a dynamic one-line display with changing color codes to indicate real-time power switching device status and power source connection to the loads. Event logging, alarm logging and help screens are also included.

Russelectric SCADA power systems control screen

Included are detailed graphic displays of equipment arrangement, control panel close-ups, instrument displays with actual values, and the ability to initiate control functions. Image courtesy Russelectric. Click to enlarge.

Optional enhancements are available to provide added functionality. Included are highly detailed graphic displays of the physical arrangement of equipment, control panel close-ups, instrument displays indicating actual values, and the ability to initiate control functions.

Also available is an optional simulation system. Based on SCADA system graphics, the simulation system enables off-line operator training without affecting any operating system parameters.

For more information, visit the Russelectric Power Monitoring and Control product page. Founded in 1955, the company provides high-integrity power control solutions for mission-critical applications in the healthcare, information technology, telecommunication, water treatment and renewable energy markets.