Total Integrated Device Operation Network (TIDON) [for cement plant automation]

Uniformity of the network in the area of automation has led to positive developments not only in flexibility but also in minimising the initial installation costs and the commissioning time. The concept of "TIDON" Total Integrated Device Operating Network has major advantages for the integration of all components together with an overall design of communication interface between the devices. The integration of all the components has now become possible between different vendors products, however we must not neglect potential problems arising from this opportunity. Even though it may seem attractive to use standard components from different vendors to reduce purchasing costs, we most not ignore the complexity of integrating components from different original purpose of design. This paper highlights the concept that the authors are using in the process control system for cement plants, underlining the benefit from this environment in the prospect of technical and commercial issues