Tecnau offers applications for Transportation systems, that represent simple and effective solutions for:
• supervision of railway circulation
• management of dynamic public information
• management and supervision of railway electric traction for railway • installations
The SCADA Supervision Systems allow the control and the management of complex networks/plants, where the acquisition of data in real time and their elaboration and visualization are essential for the correct operation of the networks/Plants.
The supervision system are key systems in:
• Oil & Gas, Power and water Network
• Plant and Process Automation (Road/Railway Tunnels, Industry, …)
• Transport system (Railways, Metro, Light rails )
• Building Automation
• Industrial Plants
Centralized Traffic Control (CTC)
The requirements of management and supervision for railway circulation are completely satisfied by CTC Systems (Centralized traffic control).
The system allows the control and automatic management of one or more railway routes, by a single central site (DCO) full-featured routing Train, Train Describer and Train Graph.
also it provides for the management systems and blocks of Aces counts that type automatic block and the management of all typical operating regimes of the railway.
Functions
• Remote Control and Monitoring
• Train Graph
• Train Describer
• Train Routing
• Timetable
Interface with other systems
The HW structure and the SW packages allow an easy integration with other products; in particular, the system is able to:
• send messages to the Real-Time Public Information system supplied by Tecnau
• transmit train numbers to other systems
• display real time rail traffic and statistic data on web
Interface with other systems
The system is currently installed in:
• Ferrovia Circumetnea of Catania
• Ferrovie Emilia Romagna (tracks: Reggio Emilia to Sassuolo, Reggio Emilia to Guastalla)
• Umbria Mobilita’ (tracks: San Sepolcro to Ponte S.Giovanni Nord, Ponte S.Giovanni Nord to S.Anna, Ponte San Giovanni Sud to Terni)
• Ferst: PITTI project.
Public Information Dynamics (PIMS)
The system represents Tecnau solution for management of dynamic public information for transportation.
PIMS joins completely natively with the CTC and provides dynamic information to public, about trains / vehicles leaving through the visual messages and / or audio messages.
The Tecnau PIMS passenger information system (Public Information Management System) integrates and enhances the services provided by the operators trough real time information. The calculation of the vehicles’ departure times (trains, trams, buses, underground trains) is made on the basis of their real position through to the integration of the system with the vehicle position indicator systems
Furthermore, the system can send special text messages which facilitate the communication in real time between operators and users. These messages can be displayed on information panels, to inform passengers about cancelled or unscheduled departures, special offers, events, advertising, etc.
Functions
• Simultaneous handling of trains, underground trains, trolley-buses and buses
• Information display on platforms, at the bus-stops
• Information display on waiting-rooms
• Information display on Totem-Info
• Writing of special messages through “user-friendly screens”
• PIMS-Web for sending messages via Internet
• Connection Management (Messages to drivers)
• Speed on Line Management”, according to shifting from timetable (Messages to drivers)
Interface with other systems
The software structure of the PIMS system can be easily integrated, at the input level, with vehicle position detection systems (RCS, AVM, AVL, ZLR, RBL), and at the output level with external systems for display panels and loudspeakers management
Applications of the system
This system has been installed in the following cities:
• Düsseldorf (Germany) – Trolley-bus, bus, underground
• Münich (Germany) – Underground
• Wien (Austria) – Underground
• Perugia (Italy) – Railway
• Salerno (Italy) – Tube
Railway Electric Traction Control System (SCTE)
The system SCTE, based on ARCS system common technology, allows the remote control of power lines and all ancillary equipment (block instruments, switches, interlocking devices, alarms, signals).
The SCTE system is a customized version of the SCADA system supplied by TECNAU. The system is designed for the remote control of power lines and all ancillary equipment (block instruments, switches, interlocking devices, alarms, signals).
The SW platform is based on the Client/Server architecture which allows the information to be elaborated in one of the network nodes, and recorded in another one.
Functions
Acquiring information from peripheral devices (remote monitoring)
• Sending signals to peripheral devices (remote control)
• Giving an overall view of the state of the system by synoptic
• Providing a detailed view of the system by means of video pages displaying:
o power sub-stations
o line tracks
o power networks
• Recording of chronological events on mass memory (Service Journal)
• Inhibiting ‘line clear’/’line blocked’ signals of block instruments and switches by means of software “countermarking”
• Software “Forcing” or “Simulation” of devices state
• Locking (precautionary measure)
• User rights management
• Maintenance workstation
• Server can be installed in “Hot Reserve” mode
Furthermore, the following functions may be added to the system:
• Fault detection
• Automatic Exchange Module” for traction power cut-off
• Telemetry
• Video projection for synoptic panels.
Interface with other systems:
The system is able to exchange messages with the Advanced Remote Control System (CTC) supplied by TECNAU
Applications of the system
The system has been installed in Florence Campo di Marte station (Italian Railways Station)
Mobile Video Surveillance (MVS)
The MVS system is a complete Tecnau solution for CCTV and analysis of on-board emergency conditions.
The MVS system is the complete Tecnau solution for CCTV: MVS was at first developed for Dubai railway, to provide vehicles with the best and newer CCTV technology.
The system was tested and then successfully installed, and is currently running on 50 trains. Give its «general-purpose» nature, MVS system can be adopted for a many different scenarios, not necessarily related to train coaches.
Functions
The main system functionalities are:
• Client/Server Architecture
• Recording hardware platform (Server) placed on-board, and managed by Tecnau applications executed in a GNU/Linux environment; removable storage unity.
• Graphical Interface (Client) for offline analisys of video stream (detection of alarm conditions, stream playing on Quad page)
• Stream export facility for optical mediums
Architecture
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Applications of the system
MVS system is currently used by Swiss Railways (SBB) and Austrian Railways (Mariazellerbahn).
The SCADA Supervision Systems allow the control and the management of complex networks/plants, where the acquisition of data in real time and their elaboration and visualization are essential for the correct operation of the networks/Plants.
The supervision system are key systems in:
• Oil & Gas, Power and water Network
• Plant and Process Automation (Road/Railway Tunnels, Industry, …)
• Transport system (Railways, Metro, Light rails)
• Building Automation
• Industrial Plants
Control System Distribution Energy (CSDE)
The CSDE system allows acquisition/elaboration of energy measures and control of Network/Plant.
CSDE is a centralized system for acquisition/elaboration of energy measures and remote control of Power, gas & oil, water network and manufacturing plants located on large geographical areas. Data collection and control terminals can be connected to the central system by wide, public or private transmission networks (ADSL, GPRS/UMTS, GSM-R, etc.) The SW platform is based on a Client/Server redundant configuration.
Functions
The main units of the system are:
• System administration for set-up, diagnostic and maintenance of the system
• Data Management for remote control and data acquisition
• Analysis, simulation and optimization of the network/plant
• Interface with third parties for data interchange
• Business Unit for the management of the commercial issues
Features
• Data acquisition up to 1 (one) Million of I/O (measures)
• Polling period variable and in accordance with customer requirements
• Devices Synchronization with the Administration site
• Security management and system access via Intranet/Internet.
• Open architecture (allows interface with open systems)
• High System flexibility and configurability
• Cartographic interface (GIS type)
Applications of the system
Since 2006, a large system application is in service with RFI (Italian Railways Company), for the acquisition and elaboration of electrical data of its High Voltage network along the entire Italian territory. The system allows analysis, simulation and optimization of the network and interfaces G.R.T.N. (Italian Electrical Power distribution) for data interchange.
Supervision of Auxiliary Systems (SIA)
The SIA system allows the control, management and integration of different auxiliary systems.
The SIA system allows the control, management and integration of different auxiliary systems needed for the operation and/or security control of airports, tunnels, metro/rail stations, industrial plants and complex buildings.
Typical subsystems are: Fire Fighting, Intrusion Detection, LFM, Elevators, Escalators, Dewatering, Sliding doors, etc.
Functions
The main system functionalities are:
• Automation of emergency procedures
• Monitoring and control of each sub-system
• Graphic display of all information
• Data elaboration in real time, trend and reports
• Diagnostic and security management
Features
• Automation on two layers (PLC/RTU e SCADA)
• Access to the system via Intranet/Internet
• Security management
• Alarms on remote terminals
Applications of the system
In 2006, a system application has been installed in “Quattro Venti” station of Italian Railways Company (RFI) in Rome. The system allows remote control and management of the following sub-systems: Lighting & Power System, Fire extinguishers, Air ventilation, Fire alarm, Intrusion alarm, CCTV for video surveillance, Elevator and escalators, Dewatering, Gate access.
Waste Water Treatment Management (WWTP)
The WWTP System allows the control and management of Wastewater Treatment Plants.
The system allows the control and management of Wastewater Treatment Plants.
Functions
The main system functionalities are:
• Automation of emergency procedures
• Monitoring and control of each sub-system
• Graphic display of all informations
• Data elaboration in real time, trend and reports for offline data analisys
• Diagnostic and security management.
Features
• PLC programming for implementation of control logics, and automation of wastewater treatment processes.
• Security management
• Alarms on remote terminals (operator touchscreen panels)
Applications of the system
In 2011, a system application has been installed in Wastewater Treatment Plant in Pitesti (Romania).
The system allows control and management of the following sub-systems: distribution panels and power supply, water treatment, sludge treatment and biogas production.
Currently, the system is being installed and configured for Wastewater Treatment Plant in Turda (Romania).
Lighting and Power Distribution Management Systems (LFM)
The LFM System allows the control and management of Lighting and Power Distribution for railroad tunnels.
Functions
The main system functionalities are:
• Client/Server Architecture
• Automatic configuration and power supply of the electric backbones
• Control and diagnostics of the field equipments
• Management of the lighting in the security exits on the tunnel, and in the places nearby
• Graphic display of all information(Client)
• Data elaboration in real time, trend and reports for offline data analisys
• Diagnostic and security management.
Features
LFM comprises the following equipment managed by the SCADA system:
• Front-End panel to command and control remote devices
• Tunnel panels (QdT) e Nearby Areas (QdP) panels
• Microcontroller-based Nearby Areas Units (UdP), Microcontroller-based Tunnel Units (UdT)
• Client remote surveillance (control, command, diagnostics e mantainance)
Applications of the system
LFM system was approved and certified by RFI in November 2013, in compliance of “Technical Rules for Security Improvements in Railroad Tunnels”.
System for Energy Efficiency (QDS)
QDS system provides automatic management of equipments, and possibly, their control, for the reduction of power consumptions. This system is applicable to lighting plants according to external light and according to the real service needs, to RED (Electric Heating of Turnouts) in order to guarantee the full availability of plants also in case of adverse weather conditions, to counters (water, power and gas) for applying initiatives to contain consumptions, and any other station equipments.
The system is regulated by the “Sistemi di Telegestione ed Efficientamento energetico degli impianti LFM ed Utenze” (RFI DTC ST E SP IFS LF 627 A) specification.
Functions
The main system functionalities are:
• Diagnostic, monitoring and command of lighting systems (lighting towers, shelters, underpasses)
• Diagnostic, monitoring and command of electric heating of turnouts
• Diagnostic, and monitoring of counters (water, power, gas)
• Diagnostic, monitoring and command of station equipments and devices, like lifts, elevators, lifting pumps, heating/conditioning systems
Features
QDS comprises the following equipments managed by the SCADA system:
• Client/Server Architecture
• Station panels (QdT) managed by Microcontroller-based Panel Units (UdQ)
• MAD Field equipments (Module for Data Acquisition)
• Weather control unit and temperature probe for rails
• Supervision system
• Interface with other systems (SPVI, etc) through IEC60870-5- 104 protocol