Instrumentation and Controls

Modern control systems engineered for reliability, efficiency, and growth.

Ardurra's Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) and SCADA team provides planning, design, and implementation support for control systems that power critical water, wastewater, and infrastructure facilities. We help utilities and public agencies modernize operations through SCADA master planning, control system assessments, instrumentation design, process automation, and system integration.

Our team works closely with owners, operators, and design disciplines to develop practical, maintainable solutions that improve reliability, operational visibility, and long-term performance. From evaluating aging infrastructure and developing capital improvement strategies to designing new facilities and supporting system startup, we deliver solutions tailored to each client's operational goals and technology roadmap.

With expertise spanning instrumentation, control systems, industrial networks, SCADA architecture, and enterprise data integration, Ardurra delivers a seamless approach to automation projects of every scale. We emphasize standardization, lifecycle planning, and future-ready designs that support efficient operations today while creating a foundation for tomorrow's needs.

  • SCADA Master Planning
    • SCADA and control system master plans
    • Technology roadmaps and lifecycle assessments
    • Cybersecurity and network assessments
    • Operational technology (OT) modernization strategies
    • Capital improvement planning support
    • Standards development and governance
  • Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Design
    • Process automation and control narratives
    • Instrumentation and control system design
    • Industrial network and communications design
    • SCADA architecture development
    • Control panel and MCC coordination
    • Specification and standards development
    • Digital transformation and data integration planning
  • SCADA Programming & Integration
    • PLC programming (Allen-Bradley, Schneider, Siemens, etc.)
    • HMI development (VTScada, FactoryTalk View, Aveva, etc.)
    • Remote telemetry (radio, cellular, fiber) configuration
    • Integration with historian, alarming, and reporting systems
    • Simulation, testing, and commissioning support
  • Construction Phase Services
    • Construction submittal review and contractor coordination
    • Factory and site acceptance testing (FAT/SAT)
    • System startup and commissioning assistance
    • Field troubleshooting and as-built documentation
  • Digital Solutions & Operational Intelligence
    • Historian and operational data integration
    • KPI dashboards and reporting
    • Predictive analytics and machine learning applications
    • Asset performance monitoring
    • Data governance and visualization
    • Utility operational intelligence solutions
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Chad Morris, PE

I&C, SCADA, and Big Data Group Leader

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Smarter controls. Safer systems.
Seamless integration.

Ardurra's Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) and SCADA team delivers intelligent automation and control solutions that drive reliability, safety, and performance in water, wastewater, and other critical infrastructure systems. We specialize in end-to-end services—from control strategy and P&ID development through system startup and commissioning.

With deep expertise in PLC and HMI programming, SCADA master planning, and lifecycle system integration, our team collaborates closely with clients to design tailored solutions that meet operational goals and regulatory requirements. Our experience spans everything from greenfield installations to complex retrofits of aging infrastructure.

We understand that control systems are the heart of facility operations. That is why we prioritize maintainability, standardization, and seamless integration across disciplines. From individual facilities to enterprise-wide SCADA implementations, we leverage technical excellence and field-tested expertise to engineer systems that deliver reliable performance today while adapting to your evolving needs.

Capabilities

  • SCADA Master Planning
    • SCADA system master planning and lifecycle upgrade strategies
    • System assessments and gap analysis
    • Capital improvement planning (CIP) support for SCADA systems
    • Standardization of control platforms, code libraries, and HMI templates
  • Instrumentation & Controls (I&C) Design
    • Process control strategy and P&ID development
    • SCADA system architecture and network design
    • Instrument selection, installation details, and loop diagrams
    • Instrument Device Schedule and I/O list development
    • Control panel layout design
    • Control system specification development
    • Coordination with mechanical and electrical design disciplines
    • Development of client-specific I&C design standards
  • SCADA Programming & Integration
    • PLC programming (Allen-Bradley, Schneider, Siemens, etc.)
    • HMI development (VTScada, FactoryTalk View, Aveva, etc.)
    • Remote telemetry (radio, cellular, fiber) configuration
    • Integration with historian, alarming, and reporting systems
    • Simulation, testing, and commissioning support
  • Construction Phase Services
    • Construction submittal review and contractor coordination
    • Factory and site acceptance testing (FAT/SAT)
    • System startup and commissioning assistance
    • Field troubleshooting and as-built documentation

Let’s Talk About Your Instrumentation & SCADA Challenges

Chad Morris, PE

I&C, SCADA, and Big Data Group Leader

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