In a significant technological advancement, Emerson has spearheaded the implementation of a remote monitoring solution for the Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Trans Harbour Link bridge, marking it as the longest sea bridge in India. The integration of Emerson’s Movicon.NExT™ SCADA system and PACSystem™ controllers promises to revolutionize the operational efficiency and management of this architectural marvel, spanning an impressive 21.8 kilometers and connecting Mumbai with Navi Mumbai.
This groundbreaking endeavor underscores Emerson’s commitment to fostering interconnectivity and leveraging state-of-the-art software solutions to enhance infrastructure management. The Movicon.NExT and PACSystem platforms enable remote monitoring and control of critical assets distributed across the expanse of the bridge, facilitating centralized oversight from a dedicated control room. Such capabilities empower stakeholders with real-time insights, facilitating precision decision-making and expediting troubleshooting processes to optimize productivity and ensure seamless bridge operations.
The seamless integration of Emerson’s open software platform and controllers with the bridge’s myriad digital systems and assets—including compact substations, ring main units, access control systems, diesel generators, and fire detection systems—underscores the company’s prowess in delivering comprehensive solutions tailored to complex infrastructural requirements. Moreover, robust cybersecurity measures have been implemented to safeguard these interconnected systems against potential threats, ensuring uninterrupted functionality and data integrity.
Emerson’s Movicon.NExT SCADA system has been instrumental in integrating high-tension (HT) and 11-kilovolt line SCADA assets situated at both ends of the bridge, while PACSystem controllers have been deployed for managing ancillary systems such as fire safety, sewage, lifts, and water management. The advanced software technology inherent in Movicon.NExT facilitates secure and scalable interconnectivity across diverse industrial environments, boasting an open architecture that seamlessly adapts to various protocols and requirements. Its intuitive interface and enhanced graphics enable quick project design and efficient data capture, thereby optimizing energy consumption, asset health monitoring, and overall operational performance.
Emerson’s programmable automation control (PAC) solutions, building upon the capabilities of programmable logic controllers, offer unparalleled control and intelligence at the industrial edge, supporting multiple protocols and ensuring seamless integration with existing infrastructure. The selection of Emerson’s connected solution by Strabag India—a globally renowned construction company—underscores its reliability and effectiveness following rigorous design reviews and approvals by consultants.
The inauguration of the Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Trans Harbour Link bridge by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on January 12, 2024, marked a historic milestone in India’s infrastructural landscape. With Emerson’s cutting-edge technologies at its helm, this architectural marvel promises to redefine standards of connectivity, efficiency, and operational resilience, setting a precedent for future infrastructural endeavors on a global scale.
