IEC 61987-92:2018

Overview

IEC 61987-92:2018 is an international standard developed by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) that focuses on industrial-process measurement and control. Specifically, it addresses data structures and elements in process equipment catalogues, part 92, which defines the Lists of Properties (LOP) for measuring equipment used in electronic data exchange. This standard provides a comprehensive framework for describing key aspects of measuring devices to ensure effective communication between suppliers and users in industrial automation.

IEC 61987-92:2018 belongs to the IEC 61987 series, aiming to create uniform, standardized data models for equipment catalogs. It facilitates optimized workflows by harmonizing how device properties are recorded, exchanged, and reused within and between organizations, thus reducing duplications and errors during equipment specification, ordering, and maintenance.

Key Topics

The standard defines Aspect Lists of Properties (Aspect LOPs), which cover various categories relevant to measurement equipment. These aspects describe common features, functions, and lifecycle stages of devices, allowing uniform data exchange. Key aspects included are:

• Administrative Information: Details on device identification, classification, and ownership.
• Document Information: Documentation provided with the device, including manuals and certificates.
• Project Information: Contextual data related to the project involving the device.
• Device Information: Technical attributes such as type, version, and operational parameters.
• Calibration and Test Results: Data on device calibration status and performance verification.
• Output Signal Processing: Definitions of signal types and processing configurations.
• Packaging and Transportation: Requirements and methods related to device handling and shipping.
• Storage: Conditions and requirements for storing measuring equipment.
• Digital Communication Parameters: Settings for digital interfaces and communication protocols.
• Accessories and Spare Parts: Information about supplementary components and replacements.
• Installation, Commissioning, Maintenance, and Decommissioning: Lifecycle processes ensuring device usability and compliance.
• Special or Further Requirements: Any additional needs specific to device or user requirements.

The LOP structures align with general data models in IEC 61987-11 and follow foundational rules from IEC 61987-10, ensuring compatibility and extensibility.

Applications

IEC 61987-92:2018 serves multiple practical applications in industrial automation and process control:

• Electronic Data Exchange: Enables standardized communication of device properties between suppliers and users, reducing manual paperwork and errors in catalog data.
• Equipment Catalogue Management: Assists in creating digital catalogs with consistent property definitions, which enhance accuracy and interoperability between enterprise systems.
• Project and Asset Management: Facilitates comprehensive device lifecycle tracking by providing detailed attributes that support procurement, installation, operation, and maintenance.
• Supply Chain Optimization: Simplifies ordering processes and vendor communication through standardized product property descriptions.
• System Integration: Supports seamless integration into enterprise resource planning (ERP), manufacturing execution systems (MES), and control systems by providing structured attribute data.
• Regulatory and Quality Compliance: Provides clear documentation paths for calibration records, test results, and device history, aiding compliance and audit readiness.

By implementing the standard, organizations can streamline their workflows, minimize data inconsistencies, and achieve greater cost efficiencies.

Related Standards

IEC 61987-92 is part of the broader IEC 61987 series dedicated to industrial-process measurement and control. Related standards that complement and support its application include:

• IEC 61987-10: Fundamentals for the construction of lists of properties - defines general principles for LOP creation and usage.
• IEC 61987-11: Structures for lists of properties - specifies the overarching data structures used throughout the series.
• Other IEC 61987 Parts: Address specific equipment types or functional areas within industrial measurement and control.
• ISO/IEC Directives Part 2: Provides guidelines on drafting international standards, ensuring consistency across IEC publications.

Adhering to this suite of standards enables coherent and interoperable product data exchange frameworks essential to modern industrial automation.

IEC 61987-92:2018 is a vital tool for manufacturers, suppliers, system integrators, and end-users aiming for transparent, efficient data-sharing standards in industrial measurement equipment. Its well-defined lists of properties support the digital transformation of process automation by enabling accurate, comprehensive, and standardized electronic equipment catalogues.