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MCL CONTROL
MCL Control is a technology company specializing in
high performance safety and control systems. We have
been in business since 1989 offering turnkey solutions
for the Oil & Gas and Power Generation industries.
Our Sentinel Series is a set of products and services
aimed to provide industries with field proven process
control and safety solutions for equipment and machines.
Platform Independence
MCL Control's Sentinel Series of products are platform
independent and object oriented solutions. Hardware
and software of the most commonly used commercial manufacturers
may be used.
Open Architecture
The designed architecture uses the latest proven technology
following the market trends in open networks like OPC,
Ethernet/IP, Modbus, and ControlNet.
Human machine Interface ( OPC compliant )
Each Sentinel Product provides a series of standard
displays already built-in, based on MCL Control's experience
and good operation practices. Also custom displays can
be configured based on the client's requirements and
special conditions existing for each application. The
standard HMI is OPC compliant, allowing the integration
with other systems. Best industrial computers and industrial
software in the market may be used.
Separation of process control and safety
Based on current ANSI/ISA and IEC Safety standards requirements,
MCL Control's Sentinel Series of products comply with
the separation concept of having Safety and Process
Control in independent modules. They are based upon
commercial Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) for
both control and sequencing, and upon IEC 61508 compliant
Programmable Electronic Systems (PES or Safety PLC)
for the process safety.
Hardware for process control characteristics
For control loops a commercial single or redundant PLC
is used. The solutions are implemented on the main commercial
PLCs, including: Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Modicon, and
RTP.
Any other PLC of the preference of the customer may
be used.
Hardware for safety applications characteristics
Safety applications are implemented on IEC-61508 compliant
Programmable Electronic Systems (PES), including TUV
certified equipment. PES may be Diagnostics or TMR.
Depending on the safety requirements, safety logic can
run on HIMA, Allen-Bradley, or several others safety
controllers.
Toolbox
Sentinel products include a comprehensive configuration
and monitoring software running in portable computers
allowing to configure control and safety strategies
and tune up process units, independently of centralized
HMI.
Communication
ControlNet, DeviceNet, Fieldbus, Ethernet, OPC, Internet,
Modbus, Hibus, DH+, etc
Remote wireless operation/ monitoring
Available through portable wireless devices, such as,
PDAs and laptops.
Flexibility
Easy adaptation to the specific requirements of any
equipment or machine within the Sentinel's scope.
Documentation
All necessary technical documentation for the operation
and maintenance is included in English or Spanish. Optionally,
an Internet based update service is offered to incorporate
new developments and the latest hardware and software
versions.
Technical support
Local and on - line via Internet.
Guarantee
Hardware, related to manufacturer terms and conditions.
MCL Control's Application Software, non-obsolescence
policy.
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