Intelligent PIDs and database engineering: An introduction to the concepts and tools used in projects that employ Intelligent PID software, and database oriented engineering software

摘要

The quality of data in any engineering environment is paramount; the children's game of 'Chinese Whispers' illustrates how human error can severely affect data quality when it is transferred. The success of engineering projects is usually measured by the statement 'On-Time and To-Cost'. However it is also common for some level of re-work to be budgeted for in a project.rnThe issues of data-integrity and the cost of re-work can be simultaneously addressed if suitable tools are in place. Such tools include Intelligent P&ID applications coupled with database engineering software. These tools benefit owner operators as well as Engineering and Procurement Contractors in all business sectors, including Pulp and Paper.rnThis paper will introduce the various concepts of database-oriented engineering and the numerous tools available, along with the message that in order to keep engineering costs down (from 'cradle-to-grave ) and provide best value for the engineering dollar spent, then database-oriented solutions need to be seriously considered.