Industrial control computer (ICC) technical standards are a crucial aspect of the ICC field. An ICC is a microprocessor-based computer system used to control and monitor various industrial equipment, such as robots, production lines, and automated equipment, and is widely used in industries such as manufacturing, logistics, and transportation. ICCs have very high technical requirements regarding safety, stability, reliability, efficiency, and interoperability. The establishment and implementation of ICC technical standards are essential for ensuring the quality of ICCs and their application across various industries.
Industrial control computer (ICC) technical standards typically consist of standards developed by international standards organizations (such as ISO and IEC), national standards organizations (such as the Standardization Administration of China), industry standards organizations (such as the Chinese Mechanical Engineering Society and the Chinese Association of Automation), and manufacturer-developed standards. These standards encompass various technical guidelines and specifications, including hardware design, software development, security mechanisms, communication protocols, reliability assurance, environmental requirements, and production and testing standards. The aim of these standards is to ensure the integrity, reliability, and security of the functionality and performance of ICC systems.
The technical standards for industrial control computers include the following aspects:
Operating system standards. Industrial control computer systems support various operating systems, such as Windows, Linux, and VxWorks. Operating system guidelines and standards cover aspects such as software quality, reliability, security, user interface, APIs, and standardized application requirements.
Hardware standards. Hardware guidelines and standards include requirements for the design, manufacture, testing, and labeling of industrial computer hardware. These standards ensure component interoperability and compatibility, while also improving system reliability and security.
Data transmission standards. Data transmission standards are based on digital communication and are used to ensure that industrial control computer systems can interact with other systems and to ensure the reliability and security of communication. Communication standards mainly include wired communication, wireless communication, and Ethernet communication protocols.
Security standards. Security standards include both hardware and software security requirements. These standards aim to ensure that industrial control computer systems can withstand threats such as cyberattacks, misconfigurations, and erroneous operations. Security standards also include requirements for data protection, power safety, authentication, and access control.
Production and testing standards guide the factory's production process for industrial computer systems and ensure that the production process meets quality standards. Testing standards ensure that the industrial computer systems undergo extensive testing to verify their quality, thereby ensuring that the system's reliability, stability, and security meet the standard requirements.
During the implementation of industrial control computer (ICS) technical standards, manufacturers need to fully understand the standard content and comply with standardization requirements as much as possible in product design, production, and testing. If manufacturers encounter difficulties or problems in implementing the standards, they can refer to the standard documents and seek assistance from relevant organizations. Industry organizations can also provide guidance and support in production and use.
Industrial control computer (ICC) technical standards are crucial for ensuring the reliable and efficient operation of ICC systems. Manufacturers should respect and comply with these standards to guarantee the quality and safety of ICCs and provide effective support for their application across various industries.
