VZRscada

VZRscada is a solution offered by Martz Technologies Inc. that integrates hardware, software, and communications technologies to control and monitor critical infrastructure and processes. This system is designed for a range of industries and professions, including water treatment plants, wastewater treatment plants, industrial sites, commercial sites, and domestic water treatment facilities. According to the vendor, VZRscada provides businesses of all sizes with the tools they need to effectively manage and optimize their operations.

Key Features

Remote Support: VZRscada allows for the seamless connection of existing control systems, providing 24/7 remote emergency access for field staff. Program changes and process optimization can be performed remotely, and the system supports PLC systems, instrumentation, and motor controls from multiple manufacturers.

Site Connectivity: This solution integrates various components such as treatment plants, pump stations, meter vaults, and generators. It eliminates the need for analog phone lines, DSL, or cable modems, offering a comprehensive cyber-secure solution for telemetry needs. Additionally, the vendor claims there are no expensive firewalls to install or maintain.

Alarm & Event Notification: VZRscada features a next-generation event notifier, replacing analog auto dialers. Users receive mobile SMS alerts with explicit details, allowing them to monitor wet well levels, chlorine levels, and embed instrument values in the messages. This is said to ensure faster information retrieval for timely process decisions.

Local HMI: The system provides process visualization on a wall-mounted flat-screen TV, offering a solid-state solution without the need for expensive PC hardware. According to the vendor, this enables users to focus solely on system operations using a clear and easy-to-see interface, without distractions such as internet browsing, game-playing, or video playback.

Virtual HMI: VZRscada offers a mobile HMI that connects the main station HMI to secure tablets. This allows for real-time response to process alerts and enables monitoring and modification of pump settings, valve sequencing, and more. The vendor claims that this feature provides time-saving remote monitoring and control capabilities.

Cloud Data: Users can modernize data collection by logging flows, pressures, chlorine levels, and other parameters to the cloud. VZRscada automates report generation and data export to Excel spreadsheets, offering a cloud-based historian for simplified process data visualization. According to the vendor, the data is accessible from any internet-connected device, making reporting easy.

Security: With VZRscada, there is no need for complicated firewalls or public internet exposure. The system ensures multi-site private IP connectivity, providing a secure environment for critical infrastructure and processes.

Technologies: This solution utilizes reliable wireless connectivity, cloud-based data collection, and remote technical support, ensuring efficient and effective operations.

Operational: VZRscada offers a tablet HMI for mobility and real-time monitoring. It automatically collects and stores data, allowing for real-time monitoring of alarms and events.

Financial: The system provides affordable high-speed wireless connectivity, resulting in potential savings in travel time and overtime costs. The vendor also offers OPEX and financing options to meet varying financial needs.

Management: With VZRscada, users can access cloud-based compliance data for easy monitoring and control of multi-site systems from a tablet. Historical data analysis is also available for leak and infiltration detection.