ABB ABILITY™ CONSYS CONNECT

Cloud-based diagnostics, troubleshooting and AI powered documentation support for high-power rectifiers in metals, electrowinning, chemical and hydrogen applications.

Overview

ABB Ability ConSys Connect is an industry-first cloud-based digital service supporting High-Power Rectifier systems with AI-assisted troubleshooting, event diagnostics and fast access to technical knowledge. Delivered as a subscription based digital service, it combines ABB’s rectifier control expertise with unique transient recording capability to give operators faster insights, support safer decisions and maintain stable, high availability operation.

Key benefits

Faster troubleshooting and fault analysis

<p>Trendex™ provides immediate access to transient event records for faster analysis, while ABB Copilot helps users quickly find relevant technical information and answers.</p>

Reduced unplanned downtime

<p>Immediate access to event data and agile root cause analysis help teams resolve issues faster and reduce unscheduled downtime.</p>

Easy access to HPR documentation

<p>ABB Copilot gives users fast, intuitive access to detailed HPR documentation through the&nbsp;ConSys&nbsp;Connect web portal and mobile app.</p>

Better support for plant teams and ABB experts

<p>Cloud-based access to diagnostic data and documentation supports efficient collaboration between site personnel and ABB specialists during troubleshooting.</p>

No physical access required for event analysis

<p>Trendex automatically pushes event files to the cloud, enabling analysis without the need for physical access to the site.</p>

Service Packages & Deployment

The service is available in flexible packages, with options for remote troubleshooting, guided insights, and access to system documentation.

Basic package - ABB Copilot
- Trendex

Advanced package - ABB Copilot
- Trendex

Core features

The platform collects data securely from your existing control system and brings it to the ABB cloud, where it is analyzed and visualized for operators, maintenance teams, and ABB experts. No instrumentation upgrades or network changes are needed.

  1. AI powered copilot interface

    Enables quick access to relevant data using natural language prompts, making troubleshooting faster and more intuitive.

  2. Integrated transient recorder capability

    Built on the AC 800PEC controller’s integrated transient recorder, enabling high-speed signal capture during events such as system trips.

  3. Cloud enabled event reporting

    Automatically uploads transient event data to the cloud where it is accessible for analysis and support by  customer teams and ABB experts.

  4. Secure remote support integration

    Provides customer teams and ABB specialists with safe remote access to critical system information for efficient diagnostics and optimization.

  5. Subscription based digital service delivery

    Offered as an annual subscription that includes platform updates, cloud operation, maintenance and system supervision by ABB.

  6. Industrial grade cybersecurity

    Implements Azure based authentication, encryption and IEC 62443 aligned protection with a secure two device architecture for outbound only connectivity.

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Next Steps

Ready to transform your HPR operations with cloud-based digital services?

Contact ABB to discuss how ConSys Connect can optimize your system performance and reliability.