Automatic Control and Safety The BE-ICS-ACS (Automatic Control and Safety) provides expertise in advanced controls, process simulation and functional safety, and support for PLC and automation technologies. It handles development of the UNICOS CPC framework, as well as contact with industrial automation equipment vendors. It is crucial for the second and third line support of…

Engineering of Control Systems The BE-ICS-ECS (Engineering of Control Systems) ECS is responsible for the design, development, deployment, and maintenance of robust and reliable control systems across various domains including process control, safety systems, interlocks, and machine control. This section significantly contributes to the standardization of development, testing and QA processes, with a specific focus…

SCADA Technologies and Frameworks The BE-ICS-STF (SCADA Technologies and Frameworks) is responsible for the CERN-wide WinCC OA service and the development, deployment, and maintenance of the related SCADA frameworks JCOP and UNICOS. The section is responsible for the 2nd and 3rd line support of these technologies and frameworks and provides expertise and training for CERN…

Tools and Middleware for Automation The BE-ICS-TMA (Tools and Middleware for Automation) focuses on middleware and integration technologies and common tooling for industrial controls. The section develops and supports components for industrial standard integration technologies, including OPC-UA and manages collaborations with related commercial partners Similarly, TMA develops and supports components for CERN centric integration technologies…