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Initially, automatic control could only achieve simple on and off functions, such as DI (Digital Input) and DO (Digital Output), which essentially represented mechanical start and stop operations. Subsequently, these controllable components were centralized in a central control room, enabling batch control operations.

 However, centralized control systems carried the risk of entire control region paralysis due to errors in a single critical path. Consequently, Distributed Control Systems (DCS) gradually gained traction.

DCS is a commonly used discrete control system in the industrial sector. It constructs multiple operator stations to enhance the system's redundant load-bearing capacity, allowing personnel to continue viewing and operating the group monitoring of various devices from the central control room.

 For instance, in industrial boiler production, maintaining the water tank level within a specific range is crucial. Operators can either manually adjust the water level control valve on-site or issue instructions through the DCS to regulate it.

The DCS acts as the brain, responding to situations detected by on-site instrumentation (such as a drop in water level) by issuing instructions (e.g., increasing the inlet valve opening).

 The on-site execution equipment receives these instructions and performs corresponding actions (e.g., increasing the inlet valve opening to maintain the water level within a specified range).

The DCS Data Acquisition Gateway introduced by WideIOT enables data acquisition within the DCS and converts it into a standard format for upload to a monitoring platform.

 It supports various communication methods, including 5G, 4G, WIFI, and Ethernet, facilitating data monitoring of temperature, pressure, liquid level, and flow rate on mobile terminals such as smartphones and computers. It also enables group monitoring and control of equipment like motors and pumps, offering enterprises an efficient and convenient working method and experience.

Key Features

1. Diverse Internet Connectivity: Supports various network access methods, including 5G, 4G, WIFI, wired Ethernet, fiber optics, and LoRa.

2. Powerful Acquisition Capabilities: Embedded with protocols for various PLCs, instruments, power equipment, industrial robots, and machine tools.

3. Flexible Cloud Access: Supports access to remote platforms via MQTT, MODBUS, OPC, SQL, and other methods.

4. Efficient Forwarding Hub: Supports serial port forwarding and MODBUS forwarding functions, enabling simultaneous access by local and remote systems.

5. Convenient Remote Maintenance: Supports remote debugging, diagnosis, and program uploading and downloading of industrial equipment through Device Express.

6. Rich API Interfaces: Provides open API interfaces to assist customers in building advanced and professional Industry 4.0 systems.