IEC 61987-22:2015

Overview

IEC 61987-22:2015 is an international standard developed by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) focusing on industrial-process measurement and control. This part of the IEC 61987 series specifies Lists of Properties (LOPs) related to valve body assemblies and process regulators to enable electronic data exchange. It provides precise data structures and property collections that allow manufacturers, suppliers, engineering firms, and plant operators to efficiently communicate and manage device information throughout the product lifecycle.

The standard defines two main types of Lists of Properties:

• Operating Lists of Properties (OLOPs): Describe operating parameters and requirements for valve body assemblies and process regulators, typically used during inquiries or procurements.
• Device Lists of Properties (DLOPs): Detail the characteristics of different types of valve body assemblies and process regulators, facilitating integration in engineering and maintenance systems.

IEC 61987-22 aligns with foundational standards IEC 61987-10, IEC 61987-11, and IEC 61987-21, which establish the general concepts, data models, and frameworks for process equipment catalogues in industrial automation.

Key Topics

• Standardized Data Structures: Presents a robust framework for organizing valve assembly data, enhancing clarity and reducing duplication in product information management.
• Electronic Data Exchange: Facilitates seamless communication of equipment specs between manufacturers, suppliers, and engineering systems using structured electronic catalogues.
• Property Libraries: Contains detailed property definitions aligned with device types such as globe valves, ball valves, butterfly valves, gate valves, diaphragm valves, and process pressure regulators.
• Conformance with Industry Standards: Complies with IEC 60534-7 terminology and integrates with the IEC 61987 series to ensure global interoperability.
• Support for Various Workflows: Enables optimized workflows across procurement, engineering design, manufacturing, and plant maintenance by providing consistent and comprehensive device data.
• Compatibility with Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE) and Engineering Procurement and Construction (EPC) systems, improving engineering accuracy and efficiency.

Applications

IEC 61987-22 serves as an essential resource for stakeholders involved in industrial automation and control processes, particularly when dealing with valves and pressure regulators. Typical applications include:

• Supplier and Manufacturer Catalogues: Streamlines creation and distribution of standardized electronic catalogues describing valve body assemblies.
• Engineering Design and Specification: Supports engineers in selecting and specifying valve components through consistent data structures, enhancing project accuracy.
• Procurement and Quotation Processes: Uses Operating Lists of Properties (OLOPs) as formal requests for quotations containing all necessary operational requirements.
• Plant Maintenance and Asset Management: Enables plant operators to use device-specific data for maintenance planning, performance monitoring, and lifecycle management.
• Interoperability between Systems: Facilitates data integration across enterprise resource planning (ERP), computer-aided maintenance management (CMMS), and control systems.
• Digital Transformation in Industry: Provides foundational data structures for Industry 4.0 initiatives, helping linked systems and smart devices communicate effectively.

Related Standards

• IEC 61987 Series: The broader series on data structures and elements in process equipment catalogues, including:
  • IEC 61987-10: Basic data models and list construction guidelines.
  • IEC 61987-11: Generic structures for measuring and control devices.
  • IEC 61987-21: Generic lists of properties for automated valves.
• IEC 60534-7: Defines terminology and aspects related to industrial control valves, complementing DLOPs in IEC 61987-22.
• ISO/IEC Directives: Governing principles and procedural rules for developing IEC standards.
• Other complementary standards on industrial automation, process measurement, and control which ensure compatibility and cross-industry applicability.

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