Configurable systems
Translate an application into usable technical logic.
States, sequences, rules, and an integration that holds.
When a site’s sequences, operating conditions or interfaces do not match standard equipment, we assess the need, design the relevant logic and integrate a configurable system. The scope may cover development, assembly, testing, installation or commissioning depending on the project.
Starting situations
The starting point is an operational need, not a list of technologies.
- several access points or pieces of equipment must operate under coordinated rules
- sequences or permissions must prevent an action that is incompatible with the system’s current state
- energy measurement points must be organised around the uses to be monitored
- an automation function must be added to an existing installation
- a specific function requires dedicated electronics or a circuit board
- the system must be testable before integration and then verifiable in its actual environment
- teams need the relevant information to operate, maintain or develop the system
These situations are neither exhaustive nor promises of automatic coverage.
Four documented families
They share an analysis and integration approach without being four standardised products.
Interlock systems for airlocks
Define and configure access coordination and door sequences around the required operation of the airlock. The exact functions depend on the engineering work, relevant equipment and constraints confirmed for the project.
Energy metering
Structure a metering installation around the measurement points, uses to distinguish, available signals and planned integration.
Configurable automation modules
Develop or configure an automation function for integration into a machine, installation or existing technical assembly. The type of control, equipment and responsibilities are determined for each assignment.
Electronic circuit boards
Design or integrate an electronic circuit board when a specific function requires one. Our documented skills in electronic schematics and PCB design support this, without a public catalogue or series production.
What configurable means
A configurable system is not a piece of equipment with a few extra options. It connects an expected use to inputs, outputs, states, sequences, time delays and operating conditions that must remain coherent.
- the actions allowed or prevented in each state
- the order in which certain operations must occur
- signals received from equipment, sensors or another installation
- commands to be transmitted and the expected responses
- time delays, thresholds or parameters to define
- specific scenarios to address, such as a fault, loss of signal or emergency condition
- the physical installation, power supply, wiring and existing interfaces
- the required level of documentation, testing and support
Integration, testing and handover
The value of a configurable system depends as much on its integration as on its logic. Power supply, wiring, signals, existing equipment, site conditions and responsibilities between parties all influence the outcome.
- analysis of uses, functions, interfaces and constraints
- architecture design or development of the required logic
- selection, preparation, manufacture or assembly of elements where included in the assignment
- component integration and sequence verification
- preparation or performance of FAT and SAT testing where applicable
- on-site installation and commissioning
- training, support or later changes where these activities are agreed
These capabilities may be mobilised, not systematically. Documentation, training and support are adapted to the context and are not included by default.
What a configurable system mobilises
Depending on the project, it extends or calls on:
- an electrical or automation engineering study to define the need, architecture and interfaces
- industrial electrical work to prepare, wire, connect or integrate the planned physical elements
- an EMS project where certain measurements or interfaces belong to an environmental monitoring system
- capabilities in electrical and electronic design, automation, instrumentation, testing, commissioning or validation
Environments and applicable requirements
Configurable systems may support industrial sites and regulated environments. Airlock management is a strong pharmaceutical use case, without limiting the offer to that sector. Documentation requirements, testing, traceability and commissioning arrangements are adjusted to the system, its use and the requirements that apply.
View the case studiesDoes your required operation fall outside standard equipment?
Tell us about the intended use, sequences, equipment and known constraints. An initial discussion will help identify the functions to clarify, interfaces to verify and the engineering or integration scope to consider.
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