Control Systems

Control Systems services in Vancouver, Burnaby, Surrey, and throughout the Lower Mainland, BC. Professional electrical, instrumentation & control solutions.

OVERVIEW

We deliver instrumentation and automation engineering across the control system design lifecycle, from concept through commissioning.

Documentation is standardized and structured to support operations teams, with clear control philosophy and system architecture that facilitate future expansion and maintenance.

  • I/O list development
  • Control narratives and logic diagrams
  • Instrument lists and specifications
  • P&ID contribution and review
  • Control system integration (PLC, SCADA, BAS)
  • Design criteria and material specifications
USE CASES & APPLICATIONS

Control systems services support industrial, manufacturing, and process facilities throughout Vancouver, Burnaby, Surrey, and the Lower Mainland. We design automation systems for process control, equipment control, and building automation across industrial and institutional environments.

Our services support new facilities, expansions, and brownfield control system upgrades. Designs are developed with careful consideration of process requirements, reliability, and integration with existing plant systems. We address interface constraints, shutdown coordination requirements, and legacy system compatibility to minimize operational disruption during upgrades.

PROCESS & WORKFLOW

We begin by defining process requirements, control objectives, and system interfaces. For brownfield projects, we assess existing control infrastructure, identify interface constraints, and develop integration strategies that minimize operational disruption. I/O lists are developed to clearly define all control points. Logic diagrams and control narratives document sequences, interlocks, and operating philosophy.

Instrument lists and specifications support accurate procurement. Control integration connects PLCs, SCADA platforms, and building automation systems where required. Design criteria and material specifications guide implementation and support consistency across the control system. Shutdown coordination requirements are identified and documented to support safe execution by contractors and operators.

INDUSTRY STANDARDS & COMPLIANCE

Control system designs align with ISA standards, applicable safety codes, and client specifications. Systems are developed to meet performance, reliability, and maintainability requirements while supporting safe operation throughout British Columbia.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

FAQs

What types of control systems do you design?
We design PLC-based control systems, SCADA systems for facility monitoring, building automation systems, and integrated platforms connecting multiple subsystems. Our industrial automation engineering services include process control, equipment control, and instrumentation and control design for facilities throughout BC.
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