FDes – Fieldbus Designer
Intelligent Instrumentation & Control Systems
Design fieldbus networks, instrument loops, and control system architecture. Support for FOUNDATION Fieldbus, PROFIBUS, DeviceNet, Modbus, and more.
Control System Design, Simplified
FDes bridges the gap between process design and control system implementation. Design networks, specify devices, generate documentation – all integrated with your P&ID and electrical designs.
Comprehensive Instrumentation Capabilities
📡 Fieldbus Network Design
Design and configure multi-protocol fieldbus networks. Supports FOUNDATION Fieldbus, PROFIBUS, DeviceNet, Modbus, and EtherNet/IP.
- Network topology design & visualization
- Segment load & power calculations
- Device addressing & configuration
- Trunk & spur layouts
- Wireless device allocation and range checking
📋 Instrument Specification
Complete instrument datasheets with manufacturer specs, calibration ranges, process connections, and mounting details. Link directly to P&ID symbols and control system IO.
- Instrument datasheet templates
- Manufacturer standards
- Range & accuracy specifications
- Plant Process details
- Calibration & maintenance data
🔄 Diagram Automation
Generate loop diagrams automatically from P&ID and instrument data. Hook-up drawings, termination details, and wiring schematics produced from the central database.
- Automatic loop diagram generation
- Instrument hook-up drawings
- Automatic Termination Diagrams
- Wiring & cable schedules
- Junction box layouts
📊 IO List & Channel Assignment
Manage PLC/DCS IO assignments with automatic channel allocation, card configuration, and IO list generation. Link instruments to control system addresses.
- IO list generation & management
- Automatic channel assignment
- Card & rack configuration
- Address mapping & validation
- Spare input/output tracking
🏛️ Panel & Marshalling Design
Design control panels, marshalling cabinets, and junction boxes. Terminal block layouts, wire routing, and panel component placement all documented.
- Panel layout & configuration
- Terminal block design
- Marshalling & wiring plans
- Panel component lists
- Interconnection diagrams
📊 Device Configuration Management
Store device configurations. Maintain as-built records and configuration history throughout project lifecycle.
- Device parameter storage
- Configuration templates
- Single Line Diagrams
- Commissioning checklists
- As-built documentation
Documentation Deliverables
Loop Diagrams
Automatically generated from P&ID and instrument data showing complete control loops with field devices, panels, IO assignments, and signal paths.
Hook-up Drawings
Instrument installation and connection details including process connections, cable terminations, power supplies, and grounding.
Instrument Data Sheets
Complete specifications for every instrument including ranges, materials, certifications, and vendor information.
IO Lists & Assignments
Comprehensive IO lists showing every signal with channel assignments, card locations, and control system addresses.
Reports and Schedules
Comprehensive lists showing any data from the central database like Document list, Costing reports, Bill Of Material, etc.
Why Control Engineers Choose FDes
🚀 Faster Design
Complete instrumentation design 50% faster with automated loop diagrams and datasheets
✓ Zero Errors
Database-driven design eliminates disconnects between P&IDs, datasheets, and IO lists
📑 Customizable Reports
Modify from the comprehensive list of reports or create additional custom reports
📊 Accurate IO
Automatic IO allocation ensures every instrument has a control system channel assigned
🔗 Full Integration
Seamless integration with P&ID, electrical, and DDes platform for complete traceability
📄 Complete Docs
All commissioning documentation generated automatically from design database
Design Smarter Control Systems
See how FDes streamlines instrumentation and control system design from concept through commissioning. Schedule a demonstration with FDes examples.
Available as standalone or integrated with DDes platform
