Modernization of the supply and exhaust air systems in several laboratory areas
As part of a comprehensive modernization project, Etteplan was commissioned by a German chemical company in the pharmaceutical and crop protection sector to renew the supply and exhaust air systems in the laboratory areas. This included the electrical and metrological conversion of the existing ventilation systems as well as the integration of new ventilation systems into the Siemens PCS7 control system.
The project in a nutshell
Challenge
Modernization of the laboratory supply and exhaust air systems • Conversion of the existing ventilation systems from Sauter to Siemens PCS7 control system • Transfer of the controls and processes without precise knowledge of the existing system • Development of a remote I/O concept for signal transfer in technical shafts and boiler room • Addition of two storeys to the building
Solutions and Services
Concept for the control and regulation of the existing and new ventilation systems • Support for the conversion concept of the laboratory ventilation (I&C and electrical engineering) • Development of “remote I/O concept” • Planning and implementation of control room concept + control design for ventilation, including cable and line routes • Electrical engineering planning for the extension of offices • Connection of two chillers to the Siemens PCS7 control system, including intermediate buffer • I&C planning for heating, cooling, existing ventilation and new ventilation • Planning and integration of 540 PCT points (sensors and actuators) across all systems
Added Value
Future-oriented and efficient ventilation solutions that comply with the latest standards • Improved control and regulation of ventilation systems through integration into the Siemens PCS7 control system • Reduction of cable routes and optimization of signal transmission through remote I/O concepts • Flexibility and energy savings through modernized ventilation systems • Detailed documentation and improved maintenance options through new system and equipment labelling
“An important part was the interface management between customers and trades. Thanks to our expertise from previous projects, we were able to communicate the client's ideas effectively and integrate our own ideas.”
Jann Peter Pfeiffer
Head of Region Engineering Solutions Mitte