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Ovation Distributed Control System (DCS)

The Ovation Distributed Control System is purposely designed for the power generation and water/wastewater industries. It is built on industry-standard components, allowing easy integration of new operating systems, hardware, and network technologies. 

The Control Platform Designed for Power and Water Operations

Emerson’s six decades of applied power and water industry experience are built directly into the Ovation™ distributed control system, making it a purpose‑built control platform for critical generation and infrastructure applications. According to ARC Advisory Group’s Distributed Control Systems for Power Generation Global Market Research 2024–2029, Emerson’s Ovation is positioned as the leading distributed control system for power generation globally and across North America. Designed to evolve with changing technology, Ovation helps operators improve plant reliability, equipment performance, and long‑term operational confidence.

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Ovation Automation Platform 4.0

Purposeful, software-defined automation drives innovation for smarter, more efficient power & water industry operations.

Ovation Controllers and I/O

Ovation IO

Ovation I/O

Emerson’s Ovation control and I/O technology is designed to support long-term process reliability and expandability. Ovation I/O features modular, plug-in components that enhance long-term reliability and simplify maintenance. Fast DIN rail installation, built-in connectors, and electronic ID streamline setup and configuration. With hot-swappable modules, standardized diagnostics, and fewer styles to manage, Ovation I/O reduces inventory costs while delivering robust, scalable performance.​

Visualization and Infrastructure​

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Enterprise Data Solutions (EDS)

Ovation Enterprise Data Solutions (EDS) securely aggregates real-time and historical data from Ovation and other systems, enabling remote visualization of plant performance across single or multi-site operations. With mobile access, original graphics, and Excel/web service integration, EDS empowers faster, data-driven decisions all while enhancing reliability, reducing costs, and supporting enterprise-wide digital transformation.​

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Featured Technologies

Transformative solutions utilizing secure AI integration to accelerate plant modernization with improved efficiencies and performance. 

An advanced set of purpose-built tools that help automation users in the power and water industries secure their critical assets without process disruption. Emerson’s suite provides security management to ease compliance and regulation obligations.​

Ovation digital twin technology integrates high-fidelity simulation with the control system to provide accurate operator training, keep pace with process changes, and validate control logic without disrupting plant operations.​

Efficient and safe asset management that can be accessed remotely to increase reliability and reduce costs. 

A powerful portfolio of software and technologies to help achieve a more resilient, responsible and smarter grid. 

Designed to enhance long-term reliability and performance, Emerson’s turbine mechanical retrofits help prevent nuisance trips, limit fluid contamination issues and reduce unplanned outages. ​

Proven Control System Applications ​

The Ovation control platform has been tailored towards specific control applications unique to the power generation and water/wastewater industries. These advanced solutions provide secure and reliable plant operation. They can be implemented either as a new system or retrofit. ​

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