Yokogawa’s CENTUM VP Series is an advanced Distributed Control System (DCS) platform designed for large-scale process industries. It provides seamless integration of control, monitoring, and information management, enabling stable plant operation and optimal performance. Built upon Yokogawa’s decades of control expertise, CENTUM VP ensures high availability, reliability, and flexibility for applications in oil & gas, petrochemical, power generation, water treatment, and pharmaceutical industries.
The CENTUM VP Series consists of a complete range of hardware and software products designed for process automation, system control, and plant management. The system architecture integrates Field Control Stations (FCS), Human Interface Stations (HIS), Engineering Tools, and Communication Modules, ensuring high reliability, scalability, and flexibility across industries.
- Field Control Station (FCS)
- The FCS is the core of the CENTUM VP system, responsible for process control and logic execution.
- Models: AFV10D, AFV30D, AFF50D, AFS40D, AFM10D, etc.
- Features: High-speed processing, redundancy support, modular design, and reliable operation in harsh environments.
- Human Interface Station (HIS)
- Provides operators with real-time plant visualization, alarms, and trend analysis tools.
- Offers advanced user interface functions for efficient operation and quick decision-making.
- Supports dual-monitor setups and integrated engineering access.
- Engineering Station (ENG)
- Used for system configuration, database management, and control logic design.
- Simplifies commissioning, modification, and maintenance through Yokogawa’s CENTUM VP Engineering Suite tools.
- Control Network Modules (Vnet/IP)
- Vnet/IP is Yokogawa’s high-speed, redundant control network protocol.
- Enables secure, real-time communication between FCS, HIS, and other system components.
- Supports open connectivity with third-party systems using standard industrial protocols (OPC, Modbus, etc.).
- I/O Modules and Racks
- Support various analog, digital, pulse, and temperature input/output modules.
- Offer hot-swap capability, redundancy, and flexible mounting options.
- Examples: ADV151, ADV551, ADV161, ADV561, ADU205, AAI141, SDV141, SDV143, SDV144, SDV531, SDV541, SDV652, etc.
- System Software
- CENTUM VP Software Suite includes control logic programming, historical data recording, alarm management, and batch control.
- Fully integrated with Exaopc, Exaquantum, and PRM (Plant Resource Manager) for extended plant performance and asset management.
- Communication & Interface Units
- Gateways for connecting CENTUM VP with field devices, subsystems, and third-party control systems.
- Support interfaces such as FOUNDATION Fieldbus, HART, Modbus RTU/TCP, and Profibus DP.
Hot Products
- Yokogawa SDV144-S63 Digital Input Module
- Yokogawa ADV551-P60/D5A00 Digital Output Module
- Yokogawa EC402-50 ESB Bus Coupler Module
Key Features
- Unified Control and Information Platform: Integrates control, monitoring, and plant information into a single, intuitive interface for efficient operation.
- High Reliability and Availability: Redundant architecture and robust hardware design guarantee continuous, fault-tolerant operation in critical environments.
- Advanced Engineering Tools: Simplified configuration and powerful diagnostics shorten project engineering time and reduce maintenance effort.
- Seamless Scalability: Supports both small subsystems and complex, multi-unit plant structures, ensuring flexible expansion as production grows.
- Open Connectivity: Compatible with OPC, Modbus, Profibus, and other industrial communication protocols for integration with third-party systems.
- Enhanced Cybersecurity: Incorporates secure design principles and access management to safeguard plant networks and operational data.
Advantages of Partnering with HKXYTECH
- Comprehensive Supply Capability: HKXYTECH provides genuine Yokogawa CENTUM VP components, modules, and accessories with stable inventory and fast delivery.
- Competitive Pricing: Direct and efficient sourcing channels ensure cost-effective solutions and long-term purchasing benefits.
- Professional Technical Support: Our engineering experts assist with system configuration, module replacement, and integration with existing control systems.
- End-to-End Automation Solutions: Beyond Yokogawa DCS, HKXYTECH offers complete process automation components—instrumentation, valves, transmitters, analyzers, and integration services—helping clients achieve full plant optimization.
Application Areas
- Oil & Gas Production and Refining
- Chemical and Petrochemical Plants
- Power Generation and Utilities
- Water and Wastewater Treatment
- Pharmaceutical and Food Processing Industries