XPLORE – Production Optimisation Software

What it Does XPLORE operates alongside existing control systems and data historians, taking real time data and using this data to provide enhanced information on equipment and system operation. OPC technology is utilized to collect real time data from DCS systems and historians such as PI, PHD or IP21. This data is filtered, prior to being stored in the XPLORE database. In addition to the real time data, each application will contain a number of configuration parameters; for example compressor curves, valve CVs, etc. The configuration data and the real time data are then used in calculation modules to predict the unit operation or system module performance. The calculated data is then stored in the database.

XPLORE – e-Field Solution from Xodus Group.

Calculated data, operational data and configuration are then presented to users via a web based graphical user interface containing data, graphs, images, trends and operational guidance.

Business Benefits
XPLORE has been designed around adding business benefits across all client KPIs; safety, environmental and economic. Although XPLORE has a number of generic modules, each application is bespoke and therefore custom designed. We therefore aim to work with our client to determine the key business drivers, hence the system will be designed to improve the KPIs identified in the design phase. For example, XPLORE can be designed to monitor and improve compressor performance, to improve compression system availability and to maximize production. A simple system like this can be expanded to include emissions monitoring from a gas turbine allowing IPPC regulations to be met and hence assist operators to meet environmental targets.

For more information contact:
Steve Hamilton, Director – Technology Division
Tel: +44 (0)1224 628307 Email: