DCSs
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What is DCSs?
DCS stands for Distributed Control System. It is a computerized control system for a plant or factory where control elements are distributed throughout the system. This is in contrast to non-distributed systems where a centralized controller handles all control functions. DCSs are commonly used to control industrial processes such as oil and gas, power generation, chemical, pharmaceutical, food and beverage, and water and wastewater treatment.
What other technologies are related to DCSs?
DCSs Competitor Technologies
PLCs
PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers) are often used for discrete control applications and smaller processes, sometimes competing with DCSs in specific scenarios, especially in smaller scale applications where integrated functionality is less critical.
SCADA
SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems are often used for geographically dispersed processes, such as pipelines or power grids. While DCS systems focus on control within a single plant or facility, SCADA systems supervise and manage processes across a wider area, sometimes competing with DCS in specific applications.
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Which job functions commonly mention DCSs?
Control Engineer
5 Control Engineer jobs mention DCSs
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Automation Engineer
24 Automation Engineer jobs mention DCSs
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Electrician
13 Electrician jobs mention DCSs
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Facilities
32 Facilities jobs mention DCSs
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Engineer
138 Engineer jobs mention DCSs
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