Distributed Control Systems DCS

Distributed Control System (DCS) refers to a control system usually of a manufacturing system, process or any kind of dynamic system, in which the controller elements are not central in location but are distributed throughout the system with each component sub-system controlled by one or more controllers.Distributed Control System is a computerized control system used to control the production line in the industry.The entire system of controllers is connected by networks for communication and monitoring. DCS is a very broad term used in a variety of industries, to monitor and control distributed equipment.

• Electrical power grids and electrical generation plants
• Environmental control systems
• Traffic signals
• Radio signals
• Water management systems
• Oil refining plants
• Metallurgical process plants
• Chemical plants
• Pharmaceutical manufacturing
• Sensor networks
• Dry cargo and bulk oil carrier ships