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Process Industry
cofaso® for the process industry
Smarter Engineering for Safer and More Efficient Plants
Modern process industries—such as chemical, pharmaceutical, food and beverage, water treatment, and oil & gas—are defined by their complex, continuous operations that demand high reliability, strict compliance, and seamless coordination across electrical and automation systems. In this environment, electrical and control engineering are not just supporting functions—they are at the core of safe, efficient, and sustainable production.
Automation in the process industry involves the tight integration of process control systems (PCS), instrumentation, electrical infrastructure, and safety systems. Engineering teams must align with international standards, maintain consistency across large and long-lifecycle projects, and ensure that plant documentation remains accurate and accessible throughout all phases—from initial design to ongoing maintenance.
cofaso™ supports this complexity by providing a structured, intelligent engineering environment where data consistency, documentation accuracy, and cross-disciplinary collaboration are central. By making project data accessible across departments—engineering, procurement, and maintenance—cofaso™ helps companies avoid costly information silos and ensures the integrity of critical design data across the asset lifecycle.
The Need for a Reliable Engineering Tool
cofaso™ enables engineering teams to design and document all electrical and control systems in a consistent and standardized way, from MCCs (Motor Control Centers) to field instrumentation and I/O systems. Whether you're working on a greenfield chemical plant or upgrading a water treatment facility, cofaso™ helps you manage large-scale, multidisciplinary projects with precision.
With a focus on modularity and repeatability, the software streamlines the creation of control cabinets, cable routing diagrams, loop diagrams, and terminal plans—ensuring designs are both compliant and maintainable. Project-wide data updates, intelligent macros, and centralized device databases allow teams to avoid duplication and reduce engineering time significantly.
How cofaso™ Supports the Process Industry
cofaso™ helps process engineering teams manage the complexity of their projects with tools designed to ensure consistency, traceability, and flexibility throughout the project lifecycle.
Key Benefits for the Process Industry:
- Data-Driven Engineering: Ensure consistency across designs through centralized device and symbol libraries, supporting efficient reuse and easy updates.
- Clear and Complete Documentation: Automatically generate loop diagrams, wiring schematics, terminal plans, and cross-references with full traceability—critical for both initial commissioning and future maintenance.
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Enable smooth coordination between electrical and automation teams with clear data structures and shared project environments.
- Change and Revision Management: Easily manage modifications and maintain a clear history of changes, improving documentation quality and reducing risk.
- Standards Compliance: Design projects in alignment with IEC, NFPA (UL), and other industry standards (JIC, GOST, GB etc.) using predefined templates and rule sets.
- Maintenance-Ready Designs: Provide maintenance teams with accurate and up-to-date documentation, reducing troubleshooting times and improving operational continuity.
