SmartComm RTU

The future of controls

An RTU that requires no programming

With just a touch screen, configure your SmartComm RTU all on your own. Deploying whenever needed. No need for programming knowledge or experience.

Communications

SmartComm RTU uses a multi-carrier SIM card that operates on the North Americas largest network operators, At&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon all at the same time. Continuously monitoring network connection statistics and changing operator, tower, and frequency without any operator input.

Data Is Everything

SmartComm RTU logs events every second, taking note of any site status’ that change and logs them with a timestamp. Then when an alarm is triggered, the event history is full or a time limit has been reached the device will send all of the logs to SCADA and back fill the historian. Allowing operators to view trend data to comprehend what happens at there sites during all hours of the day.

Any Hardware For The Job

SmartComm RTU has been built using industry leading hardware and components. Utilizing multiple brands and models of PLC. This means that no matter what the future holds - availability, and compatibility will never be an issue. Standard IO ranges anywhere from 10 - 20 digital inputs, 2 - 4 analog inputs and 6 - 8 digital outputs.

SCADA Monitoring

Implementing the SmartComm Protocol, SmartComm RTU is capable of sending data to two different end points at the same time, the clients owned SCADA servers and the SmartComm Portal where users may log in from a phone, tablet, or laptop and view site status’ and alarms with out the need for any VPN.

Key Benefits

  • Instant alerts for pump stations, alarms, and telemetry systems.

  • Manage notifications and user preferences from any device.

  • Reliable communication using the strongest available signal.

  • Integrates with a variety of PLC/HMI systems.

The Future

At Process Control Services we are passionate about what we do. Always wanting to improve and further our product and feature set. That is why we are continuing to improve on our products and development always. One feature we are particularly excited about is SmartComm SCADA. This will be an entirely web based platform including configurable graphic displays, tag monitoring, setpoint changes, pump control, and an alarm historian.

By the end of 2025 Process Control Services plans to release an IOS application to the App Store for download, allowing all SmartComm RTU clients to remotely view station status’, and respond to push notification alarms all without the need for a VPN or other SCADA software.

*Note* This is not intended to replace VTScada for users with this already, it is designed to be an additional tool to aid in remote monitoring. We love the team at Trihedral and think all users should have VTScada.

SmartComm FAQs

Do I need special equipment to use SmartComm?

SmartComm RTU is configurable RTU that requires ZERO plc programming software. Simply configure the RTU through an HMI or through the SmartComm Configurator software.

How do I manage who receives notifications?

Notification preferences and recipient lists can be easily managed through your SmartComm web portal or by contacting our support team.

How do I pay my SmartComm bill?

Visit the SmartComm Portal to make payments securely online or print your own invoice. You’ll need your login credentials, which are provided during account setup.

How does smartComm work?

SmartComm RTU utilizes cellular data on AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon, automatically failing over to another provider in the event of a cellular outage. This provides fast and accurate communications to keep the user informed during all scenarios.

Is there a setup fee for SmartComm?

Setup costs vary based on project scope. Factors such as the number of sites, equipment integration needs, and cellular network setup may affect the total installation cost.

HOw often does smartcomm communicate?

Utilizing the latest advances in cellular communication, SmartComm RTU will log events occurred down to the second. Backfilling history to SCADA during an alarm or a periodic integrity poll.