ABB Control Room Solutions

BUT BEFORE WE GET GOING, DID YOU KNOW...

• An average of 5% of global production capacity is lost every year.

• 40% of lost time is down to behavioral factors such as fatigue and compromised awareness.

• 80% of unscheduled downtime is preventable.

• Research has shown noisy, open workspaces can significantly reduce productivity.

• It's easy to underestimate the negative impact of poor air quality and overcrowding

Control rooms are mission critical. Operators have to be alert.

Make sure the hundreds of decisions they have to make are the best ones. To perform optimally they should be as comfortable as possible in their work environment. The best control room is a harmonious one. That's why we suggest you invest in control room excellence, right from the start.

Your smart investment will pay off over the lifetime of your control room and in the wellbeing of your personnel. You'll also be able to attract and retain the best new talent who'll expect a control room environment that's modern and comfortable.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS?

Our range of best-in-class ergonomic furniture and future-proofed control rooms specially designed with operators in focus will drive your productivity, quality, and safety to new levels. We care about your people and your bottom line. With ABB on board you'll be able to:

• Improve operator alertness by mitigating fatigue and distractions

• Drive efficiency gains and reduce stress across your team

• Save money using less space (consolidation can result in a 30%-40% space saving)

• Promote collaboration and teamwork

• Avoid potential labor issues and work injuries

• Reduce costs with lower employee turnover

HOW WE CAN HELP

Efficient information overview with large screen interaction; Smart solutions that enable multiple systems to be controlled from one station; Workspaces personalized to individual users and situations; Improved collaboration using optimal sound control and integrated video.

We offer high-end solutions using smart design and smart control systems:

• Our modular systems and overall design can be tailored to reflect the specifications of your brand.

• Our EOW (Extended Operator Workplace) integrated workstations lead the field in promoting human factors:

• Cutting-edge control room consoles specially designed and optimized for around-the-clock operations.

• Equipped with up to 7 axes of motorized adjustment for depth and angles to ensure body comfort.

• No competitor enables the same complexity for personalized control.

• We focus on modern look and feel – you´ll be proud to show off your new control room to visitors.

• Transparent project execution backed by a trusted global engineering group.

WITH ABB AS YOUR LONG-TERM PARTNER YOU'RE IN THE BEST HANDS

At ABB we set the standard in control room design taking key human factors into account. We know what's important: air quality, lighting, enhanced visibility, intelligent use of space, and state-of-the-art consoles and desks that are functional and easy to use. The versatility, quality, and robustness of our products are second to none.

Make the most of our expertise by getting us involved early in your project. Our passion for intelligent design can help you reduce your total costs.

Our extensive references run from transportation, oil & gas, power generation, mining, and manufacturing process control to police, fire, and ambulance services. Click on the links at the bottom of the page to explore our best-practice solutions for specific industries.