Ignition SCADA Wizard-Ignition SCADA troubleshooting and automation

Example

The wizard helps organize tags following a hierarchical structure, making it easier for operators to locate and manage relevant data. For instance, tags can be grouped by equipment, processes, or units based on ISA-95 standards.

Scenario

In a large-scale industrial plant, tags representing various sensors (e.g., temperature, pressure) can be structured under the respective units (e.g., compressors, motors), improving data access and troubleshooting efficiency.

Example

Alarm management is simplified by categorizing alarms based on their severity—critical, high, medium, low, and diagnostic. The wizard ensures that alarms are properly prioritized to prevent alarm flooding and allow operators to focus on critical events.

Scenario

In an oil refinery, critical alarms for equipment failure can be prioritized over low-level maintenance alerts. The wizard ensures operators are notified promptly, with clear instructions for resolving the most urgent issues.

Example

The wizard provides tools for designing high-performance HMI screens that are simple, consistent, and optimized for quick navigation. For example, navigation can be designed to allow users to reach any critical screen in two clicks from the main overview.

Scenario

In a chemical processing facility, operators need to access process control screens quickly. The wizard helps design intuitive screens where key information is grouped logically, allowing operators to find the right control within seconds.

Example

The wizard enables users to automate repetitive tasks using Jython scripts within Ignition, such as fetching and displaying real-time data from sensors or configuring automated email alerts for specific alarms.

Scenario

In a water treatment plant, a Jython script can be developed to automatically notify engineers via email when water levels in a storage tank exceed a predefined limit. The script can also include diagnostic details to help quickly resolve the issue.

Example

With support for mobile-responsive design, the wizard ensures that HMI layouts are adaptive to different screen sizes, making it easier for operators to monitor and control processes from mobile devices.

Scenario

Operators in a remote wind farm can use their mobile phones to access the HMI, where responsive layouts automatically adjust the display to show real-time data and trends from wind turbines, regardless of the screen size.