SCADA system will supercharge Taqa’s sustainability
The SCADA technology will enable integrated, real-time monitoring and control of Taqa Water Solutions’ extensive network
Taqa Water Solutions has awarded a US $26mn project to Electro Mechanical Company, to develop a comprehensive Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system across its treatment infrastructure. This will be anchored by a new, centralised control facility.
The project aims to drive environmental sustainability, enhance operational efficiency and reduce the company’s carbon footprint. It will also improve wastewater treatment capacity by approximately 20%.
Electro Mechanical Company, supported by consultants TVA Engineering, will be using the latest Siemens technology, and at the core of the project is a state-of-the-art SCADA system, said a statement.
The SCADA technology will enable integrated, real-time monitoring and control of Taqa Water Solutions’ extensive network, using over 2,000 high-performance sensors, transmitters and instruments. The project will link all plants in Abu Dhabi, with 91% of Taqa Water Solutions’ wastewater collection and treatment assets benefiting from this integration.
This ensures seamless, real-time oversight and efficient management across the entire infrastructure, with a network that spans over 13,000km and features 43 treatment plants and 260 pumping stations.
By analysing and processing data gathered from across the emirate, SCADA enables the company to identify trends, monitor remote sites, and receive real-time event notifications. This proactive approach allows for predictive maintenance and the anticipation and diagnosis of potential issues, thereby optimising operational efficiency.
