A BEGINNERS OVERVIEW OF ADVANCEMENTS IN FLOW MEASUREMENT AND SCADA TECHNOLOGY

摘要

The communications revolution has accelerated in recent years, so it is no wonder why advancements in measurement technology and SCADA systems have become standard conversation in the gas industry. Accurate, readily available gas flow data and control capabilities are critical to many gas production, transportation and storage sites. Data in the gas industry relates to profit and accountability to customers. The complexity of a remote flow computer, transmitter or process controller linked to the usability and data handling of a SCADA environment makes instantaneous information and historical retrieval a reality. This paper was written to provide an overview of the advancements in measurement and SCADA technology over the recent years, to the SCADA beginner. Each section tracks the historical progression of the major components of a SCADA environment. Hopefully, upon completion, you will feel more comfortable about the present and have some insight about the future.