Process Automation

We specialise in process automation consulting, offering vital support to Global OEMs and System Integrators. Our core expertise spans the Food & Beverage, Pharmaceutical, FMCG, and Utilities sectors, with a rich portfolio of over 900 successful projects conducted in collaboration with various global customers. Our proficiency extends to standard PLC/SCADA and DCS Systems, and we provide comprehensive solutions, including plant floor automation, MES, and reporting solutions. Furthermore, our strategic partnerships with System Integrators have yielded standardised libraries and software, optimising implementation efficiency across multiple manufacturing sites and delivering substantial cost and time savings.

Our Automation Services

PLC, SCADA & HMI Engineering
DCS Engineering
Electrical & Instrumentation

Safety systems & Drives Engineering
Onsite Engineering Services

Documentation & Specifications (FDS/ DDS)
24x7 Support

We've achieved successful execution of over 900 automation projects worldwide, spanning various automation systems. Here's a glimpse of our expertise across diverse automation platforms and industry standards:

PLC

SCADA/HMI

DCS & BATCH

Industry Standards

Siemens - S5,S7-300 ,400 F/H, S7-1200,S7-1500, Fail-Safe Controller
Rockwell Automation - SLC -500 , PLC 5, Compact Logix , Control Logix, Guard Logix
Schneider Electric - Quantum, Premium , M340
GE - Versamax , Series 90-30 , Series 90-70

Siemens - Wincc , Wincc-Flexible, TIA Portal
Rockwell Automation - Factory Talk View SE/ME, RSView 32, Panel Builder 32
Schneider Electric- Vijeo Citect, Vijeo Designer
Wonderware - Intouch , Archestra, System Platform

Siemens - PCS7 , SIMATIC BATCH
Emerson - DeltaV
GEIP- Proficy Batch
Wonderware - Inbatch
Rockwell Automation - FT Historian, FT vantage Point, FT transation Manager

ISA-88
PackML
21CFR Part11
GAMP
BRAUMAT /CEMAT
SIL2, SIL3
IEC- 61131
IEC- 61850
ISA-95

Design Engineering

Our specialised detailed engineering services encompass electrical and instrumentation solutions, catering to major OEMs, EPCs/EPCMs, as well as engineering and contracting firms across a wide spectrum of industries, including Food & Beverages, FMCG, Pharmaceuticals, Water, Chemicals and more.

Electrical & Instrumentation

CAD Tools & Software Competency

Preparation of load lists, Load distribution
Single line diagrams
Electrical Equipment specifications
Equipment lists & BOM
Layouts – Cable trays, Earthing & Lightening
Power System Studies
I/O schedules and logic diagrams
Hookup diagrams
Preparation of Electrical Schematics

Auto Cad
Auto Cad - Electrical
Eplan
MicroStation
Smart Plant Electrical Detailed( SPELD)

Food & Beverages

Our proficiency in a range of products spanning from farm to packaging aligns seamlessly with our clients' diverse requirements. Furthermore, our in-depth understanding of ISA 88 standards enhances the quality of our engineering services.

Dairy
Industry

Pasteurization
Homogenization
CIP/SIP Sanitization
Evaporator /Dryer
Separation/Filtration

Vegetable Oil/Margarine

Evaporation/Distillation
Deodorization
Hydrogenation
Neutralization
Fractionation
Dewaxing

Breweries,Beer,Malt House

Brew House
Fermentation
Batching
Mixing & Blending
Malting / Milling / Mashing
Evaporation, Filtration & Distillation
Lautering
Freezing – Crystallization, Re-crystallization ,Boiling , Conditioning ,Filling & Packaging, Dispatch

Material Handling

Our tailored automated systems and software ensures the smooth and dependable movement of parcel boxes as they pass through sorting machines, scales, scanners, and conveyor systems, optimising efficiency.

Our dedicated team relentlessly strives to provide an all-encompassing parcel sorting solution that efficiently arranges a diverse range of parcels swiftly and accurately. With Halston as your partner, customers can effectively address ever-evolving market demands while optimising supply chain operations and enhancing service levels at the point of sale. Furthermore, our team is committed to crafting customised solutions for automated storage and picking, encompassing stacker cranes, material handling systems, software and comprehensive services.

Automated storage & buffering
Picking Solutions
Order Consolidation & Despatching
AS/RS – Automated Storage & Retrieval Systems
Material Handling
AGV- Automated Guided Vehicles

Handle Customized logistics processes with WMS

Mapping Pallet movement
Logic/ Algorithms for storage
Material Selection / Picking
ERP Integration
Loading Activities

Few Custom Solutions

WebApp for Handheld devices
Smart Glass hands free solution
Shipment tracking App

FMCG

The Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) industry demands exceptionally rapid product launch timelines to meet consumer preferences. Our proficiency in S-88 standards and batch modelling has proven instrumental in successfully delivering numerous FMCG projects.

Personal Care

Shampoo & Conditioners
Soap
Toothpaste
Mouthwash

Beauty Care

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Perfume / Deodorant
Face pack
Moisturizers

Daily Care

Detergent
Disinfectants
Room Fresheners

Pharmaceuticals

We have leveraged our extensive expertise in pharmaceutical equipment, processes and compliance systems to provide dependable engineering services to our valued customers. Our experience extends to a wide array of industry standards, including GAMP guidelines, ISA-S88, ISA-S95 and more.

Vaccines/Bulk Drugs

Precipitation
Micro/Ultra Filtration
Fermentation

Pharma Process Equipment

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Bio Reactors
CIP & SIP
Evaporators & Dryers

Pharma Packaging Machine

Line Integration
OEE

Commissioning & Validation Services

Halston offers comprehensive commissioning and validation support for installation and integration projects. Our documentation services are tailored to our clients' specific industry requirements and preferences at every level.

The following is a list of services we provide:

Master Validation Plan
Risk Assessment Matrix and Reports
Instrument Check-Out
Control System Hardware Configuration and Check-Out
Automation Equipment Start-Up
GAMP 5 Documentation Standards Development and Execution:
- User Requirement Specifications
- Functional Requirement Specifications
- Detailed Design Specifications
- Hardware/Software Factory Acceptance Test Protocols
- Software Acceptance Test Protocols
- Installation Qualification
- Operational Qualification
- Performance Qualification
- Summary Reports

Infrastructure & Utilities

The rapid urbanisation occurring worldwide has led to substantial investments in infrastructure projects. We possess the essential expertise to successfully carry out diverse utility projects in the following areas:

Potable Water Purification

Pre-chlorination Aération Coagulation & Coagulant Aïds
Sédimentation
Filtration
Desalination & Dis infection

Industrial Waste Treatment

Brine Treatment
Solids
Oils and Grease Removal
Treatment of Acids,Alkalis, Toxic Material

Sewage
Treatment

Filtration
Nutrient Removal
Disinfection & Odor Control

Oil & Gas

We have a deep understanding and implementation expertise in a range of industry standards crucial to the Oil & Gas sector, including NORSOK, EU, BS, IEC, SIL, ASME and API.

Onshore

Oil / Gas Gathering Station (OGS/GGS)
Early Production Facilities – (EPF)
Refinery Units
Petrochemicals Facilities
Tank farms / Terminals

Offshore

Offshore Platforms
Mobile Offshore Production unit (MOPU) – FPSO
Mobile Offshore drilling unit (MODU)

Skids

Chemical Injection System
Metering Systems
Clean in process skids
Fire & Gas Module
MEG / TEG Modules
Air Separation and Generation Units

Static Equipment

Pressure Vessels
Heat, Shell & Tube Exchanger
Air Cooled Heat Exchanger
Hairpin Exchanger
Finned Tubes
Boilers

Pipeline & Terminal Automation

Compressor & Metering Station
Pump Station
Pig Launcher / Receiver
Pipeline Control Room
Terminal Automation (Truck, Rail, Ship)

Automotive

We provide our extensive process knowledge and field-tested technological solutions to optimise your entire production process. Specifically within the automotive sector, our primary goal is to deliver robust solutions that guarantee efficiency, adaptability, durability and rapid production turnaround.

Machining

CNC Machines for Blocks, Cylinder head etc
Honing Systems
Gauging Systems
Data Tracking
Conveyors
SPMs

Body Shop

BIW
Hemming-Robotics, Press
Under Body
Hood
Tail gate
Doors

Paint Shop

Body Wash
Spray Booth
Primer and Top Coat Application
Conveyor
Pre-treatment / Electrocoating