Information technology standardisation of process-related Mechanical Electrical and Plumbing

Optimisation of engineering for planning and operation

Abstract

In practice, there is a lack of basic specifications and standards for the information technology mapping of process-related Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP) and Building Automation (BA). A lack of accessibility and availability of standardised information makes engineering and operation more difficult. In 2024, the NE196 will be published with a device profile of digital twins, relating to the aspects of process control, simulation and plant asset management, based on the cross-lifecycle information model of the I4.0 asset administration shell. The effort required for data handling is reduced and rule-based applications become possible.