Open Process Automation Control Systems Integration & Software Applications
Standards-based, modular, open, secure, reliable, interoperable process automation systems
COPA Control System
CSI is a founding member of the Coalition for Open Process Automation (COPA), which has developed with its partners a fully O-PAS compliant control system which can be scaled from small pilot plants to large industrial facilities
Engineering Projects
Open Process Automation Forum (OPAF) and the Open Process Automation Standard (O-PAS)
COPA QuickStart system and training program
O-PAS production systems
Fast-cycle Economic Model Predictive Control
COPA Benefits
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No vendor lock-in
Interchangeability lets you choose hardware and software from various vendors that work as a unified system, ending obsolescence of systems.
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Cost advantage
Slash industrial control system costs by 50% and lifetime TCO by up to 70%.
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Maximize asset performance
Utilize high-performance computing & networking for fast-cycle-time Model Predictive Control and evolving AI.
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One team with one skillset
Reduce reliance on specialized teams; attract fresh talent averse to single-vendor systems.
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Built-in security
Built-in cybersecurity from day one, easily update as cyber threats evolve.
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Scaleable architecture
One architecture, a unified staff, and reduced spare parts inventory.