Articles & News on Distributed Control System

Modernizing Controls: 'Modernization' or 'Migration'–Which One Is Right for You?

  • by Dan Furrow
  • August 12, 2025
  • Feature

Before choosing which approach to take, plant managers should conduct a comprehensive audit of their operations to understand their unique situation and needs.

Valmet to Deliver Valmet DNA to a Bio-based Process Plant in Portugal

  • July 2, 2025
  • News

Valmet will deliver a Valmet DNA Distributed Control System to a bio-based process plant in Portugal.

Yokogawa Celebrates the 50th Anniversary of the CENTUM Distributed Control Systems: A Pioneering Achievement

  • June 20, 2025
  • News

Yesterday, Yokogawa Electric Corporation celebrated the 50th anniversary of the announcement of its flagship product, CENTUM, a pioneering DCS.

A New Chapter for Rotork’s Service Business

  • February 6, 2025
  • News

Rotork is excited to announce that Rotork Site Services is now officially Rotork Service.

Modernize Legacy Distributed Control Systems and Stay Competitive

  • by Hayden Serio
  • July 10, 2024
  • Feature

The migration process requires an organized and planned approach leveraging a proven methodology and best practices found in industry standards.

Sustainability Initiatives Spur Growing Distributed Control Systems Investments

  • November 17, 2023
  • News

Sustainability goals and environmental, social and governance (ESG) mandates have taken the forefront of every business sector.

Case Study: Fun in the Sun, Courtesy of Variable Frequency Drives and Resourceful Maintenance Staff

  • by John Tinelli
  • September 5, 2023
  • Case Study

When relaxing poolside, odds are that the equipment keeping the water flowing and filtered safely is not top of mind. Behind the scenes, there are likely some fascinating control systems keeping things afloat.

DCS for Power Generation Market Growth Hindered by Shift to Renewables and Reduced Power Demand

  • May 3, 2021
  • News

New ARC Advisory Group research on the global Distributed Control Systems (DCS) for Power Generation market reveals that global reductions in coal fired generation capacity continue to hinder growth.

Tenova Chooses ABB Automation and Drives Systems for New Tinning Line Plant in Southeast Asia

  • January 26, 2021
  • News

ABB contract success in the Philippines metals industry continues to pave the way for productive cooperation with Tenova in the region

Automation Pioneer ABB Confirmed as #1 DCS Market Leader

  • December 17, 2020
  • News

Customer focus, digital innovation and remote services were drivers for ABB’s leadership position in Distributed Control Systems (DCS) for the 21st consecutive year, according to analyst.