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KEY BENEFITS BLUE INTEGRATED AUTOMATION SYSTEM

• One integrated system to control and monitor all main vessel systems efficiently and intuitively
• State of the art automation platform at an affordable price, compatible with off-the-shelf marine hardware available worldwide
• Simple and efficient system configuration
• With low effort you have full overview of your vessel
• Increased vessel uptime with enhanced diagnosis
• **User friendly and award-winning operator interface
• Proven reliability
• Add software upgrades and features of a new system without being on site

SAFE OPERATIONS

The Alarm and Monitoring System (AMS) is a cornerstone for safe vessel operations. The main responsibility of the AMS is to inform, detect and alert officers and engineers of the vessel’s status and eventual critical conditions, to help manage the vessel safely in accordance with current rules and regulations.

An AMS consists of different hardware and software components to collect, process, store, distribute and present the vessel’s system information. The essential quality of the system is the ability to continuously provide trusted information to vessel personnel, enabling fast and appropriately response. Alarms and information are visualized with trending functionality on all operator stations.

INTEGRATED INFORMATION

An AMS typically integrates information from different vessel systems and equipment. As examples, power-, engine-, propulsion-, stability- and cargo systems. Information is presented live in dedicated displays and mimics using extensive symbolism and interactivity to enhance the user experience with targeted information exposure. Furthermore, a common feature of an AMS is the ability to present historic information and alarms.

For vessels with unattended machinery spaces, an Extension Alarm System (EAS) is also included in the AMS. The EAS system includes visual and audible alarm indicators and watch-call panels to alert vessel engineers on critical conditions when machinery spaces are unattended. EAS panels are located on the bridge, in cabins and in public spaces.

When system and equipment control, system functionality and automation is added to the AMS system, it becomes an Integrated Automation System (IAS). Integrated Autoamtion System is normally a complex and large system, which must comply with additional rules and regulations.

The terminology IAS is also commonly known as Alarm Monitoring & Control System (AMCS)

FEATURES

X-CONNECT is prepared for monitoring and remote control of fish handling systems. Project customization is available to increase the user experience and increase efficiency in operation.

Monitoring and control of agitators. Used for keeping liquid or substances in motion.

Storing data to file or printing signal or alarm lists has been an option in X-CONNECT for long. Now storing data to file has become even more powerful and can be done on the fly to an USB stick. Any live or historical data in the system, whether it is signals, commands or alarms, can be stored to file. The way to do this is easy and straightforward. Data and time range is selected in the signal or alarm lab, the USB stick is plugged into the X-CONNECT workstation and with a button click the export is done. The data is stored with a standard format in a readable text file.

This feature offers remote control of outdoor lighting, individually or grouped in different zones, through a small panel which can be flush mounted in a console or vertically fixed on e.g. a wall.

X-CONNECT® provides integrated or remote controlled(3rd party) Power Management System. Read more about PMS here.

Automatic start of cooling pumps based on various criteria and use of automatic standby/backup pumps can easily be configured by the user from the system mimic.

The Cargo Tank Control function gives the user an overview of the vessel’s cargo tanks. The user can easily control pumps and valves from the system mimic, where also alarms are displayed. Easy configuration of automatic start/stop or failover functions.

Compensates for vessel movement and displacement to safe guard operation. Ex. movement of cargo, rock dumping, and other specialized operations. Fully integrated with ballast control system.

The Ballast Control function gives the user a complete overview of the vessel’s Ballast system. The user can easily control pumps and valves from the system mimic, with full control of all alarms in one place. Automatic filling and transfer can be customized in accordance to customer requirements.

The Bilge Control function gives the user a complete overview of the vessel’s bilge system. The user can easily control pumps and valves from the system mimic, with full control of all alarms in one place.

The Tank Sounding system gives the user an overview of the vessel’s cargo system. The operator can easily control pumps and valves from the system mimic, with full control of all alarms in one place. 3rd party Tank sounding system can be remote controlled.

Visual presentation of the current vessel status categorized and filtered according to the operator’s desired choice.

Sometimes it's necessary to access system drawings and documentation to be able to operate the ship system optimally. The integrated PDF viewer gives the operator access to these files directly from the operator stations in an efficient matter.

X-CONNECT® provides integrated or remote controlled Ballast Water Treatment System. Project customization is available to increase the user experience and increase efficiency in operation.

GUI Ballast

Ballast control with preview of flow indication

GUI propulsion

Propulsion view with speed, torque, power and temperature details

GUI SCR

Selective Catalytic Reduction system overview with temp details, tank, valve and pump control

GUI Alarm Lab

Intuitive historic alarm circle with presentation, alarm filter and change of time scale

X-CONNECT® User Experience – AMS & IAS

Have a look at the modern and intuitive user interface for our integrated automation system.

X-CONNECT® User Experience – IAS Ballast & Fresh Water System

The video presents how a typical Ballast & Fresh Water System can be used. The feature is fully integrated in our X-CONNECT® platform, and accessible from the operator stations together with all of our other automation features.

Blue Integrated Automation System Brochure

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Blue Integrated Automation System Whitepaper

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