Subsea Control Systems
Subsea Control Systems
Reliable operation, combined with accurate control and monitoring of subsea
installations, is essential to ensure the highest production availability while
providing safe and environmentally friendly field operations.
FMC’s Subsea Control Systems are designed to meet the harshest subsea
challenges and to provide flexibility, expandability and upgradeability
throughout the life of the field.
FMC Subsea Control Systems are adaptable Main features
and configurable to operate the simplest on/off
controls up to highly sophisticated controls  Configurable with field proven standard
required for operating subsea process and building blocks
emerging Gas Compression Units.  Compatible with environmental conditions from
tropic to artic locations
FMC’s control systems are modular with  Backwards compatible with previous generations
various configurations which have been proven  Open interfaces, e. g. Ethernet, IWIS and CanBus
indispensable to life of field upgrades that are  High speed electrical communication
required as field conditions change. up to 56.6 kbps on powerline
 Fiberoptic communication up to 1 Gbps
FMC’s focus on product standardization and  Electric and fiberoptic communication beyond
extensive qualification programs ensures the 250 km without repeaters
highest individual components and system per-  Compatible with telecom repeater systems
formance. This also helps optimize supply chain for even longer distances
management and project delivery requirements.  Compatible with safety system requirements,
e. g. IEC 61508 SIL levels 1–3
Data monitoring and high speed  Configurable for HIPPS application
communication support remote production  Qualified HP/HT capabilities
monitoring and optimization.  Suitable for various field layouts ranging
from single satellite wells to large multi-well
developments
Production Control
System
The production control system consists
of topside controls, power equipment,
Subsea Control Modules (SCM) and
sensors as well as subsea electrical and
hydraulic distribution equipment.
Topside Control System
FMC’s Topside Control Systems Subsea Controls – Safety Functionality, Daily Operation,
incorporate design innovations to adjust System Housekeeping and Production Optimization
to the changing demands of today’s subsea
environment. Topside Control System
components provided by FMC include:
 Master Control Station (MCS)
 Subsea Power and Communication
Unit (SPCU)
 Hydraulic Power Unit (HPU)
 Topside Termination Umbilical
Assembly (TUTA) The MCS and SPCU are a two of the key
components that make up the topside control
equipment. This equipment offers various
hardware and software options to meet the
customer’s immediate needs while providing for
future expansion options as required.
 Standardized hardware and software
 Easy incorporation of control system
expandability
 Modular designs
 Simplified maintenance
 Easy to configure
 Multiple configurations
 Backwards compatible
MCS SPCU
 Topside components Template solutions
with alternative satelite tie-ins SDU

Plattform Network Xmas Tree

Emergency Shutdown Signal

Hydraulic Power Unit (HPU)

Uninteruptible Power Supply (UPS)
UTH
Accumulator Skid

Step-out Alternatives
MUX
Master Control Station (MCS)

Subsea Power and Manifold SCM/

Communication Unit (SPCU) HIPPS SCM

UTH Bend Restrictor

Umbilical
Chemical Injection Unit (CIU) Topside Umbilical
Termination Unit (TUTA)
Split Box Manifold
Hydraulic/Chemical Junction
Box or Test Panel
Umbilical Termination Head (UTH) Xmas Tree
Electrical/Optical Junction Box
Subsea Control
Module (SCM)
Bouyancy Subsea Router Module (SRM) for
long distance communication Electrical Jumpers

Xmas Tree
Hydraulic/Chemical Jumper
Dynamic Umbilical
Umbilical Termination
Subsea Distribution Cobra Head Assembly (UTA)
Static Umbilical Unit (SDU)

Weak Link/Splicing
Kit/Transition Joint
J-Tube

Umbilical and distribution

The Statoil Tordis Subsea Separation System
Steel Flying Lead Cluster and satelite solutions

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Hydraulic distribution Unit for 5 wells
Subsea Distribution System
FMC’s Subsea Distribution Systems consist of
a group of products providing communication
from subsea controls to topside. These products
are developed based on field proven technology
and years of experience.
A few of these products are:
 Steel Flying Leads (SFL)
 Cobra heads for the SFL
 Multi Quick Connect Plates (MQC)
 Electrical Flying Leads (EFL)
 Umbilical Termination Heads (UTH)
 Deployment Equipment for all the above
 Hydraulic couplers
 Various Subsea Sensors
FMC has extensive experience in optimization
and supply of production control umbilicals.
Interface to subsea X-mas tree
MK-|| Inboard and Outboard MQC’s
Subsea Control Module
The main component of the tree
mounted control system is the Subsea
Control Module (SCM). The SCM
contains electronics, instrumentation,
and hydraulics for safe and efficient
operation of subsea tree valves, chokes,
and downhole valves. Other tree
mounted equipment includes various
sensors, electrical and hydraulic
connectors.
Over 1,000 subsea wells are controlled
using FMC’s tree mounted control
systems
with an uptime rate of 99 – 100% for
most systems. The technology today
controls wells at distances up to 120
km, and in water depths of 3,000 Subsea Control Modules
m/10,000 ft with 15k reservoir pressure
rating.
FMC’s standard SCMs are available in various
sizes and functionality. The MK II is capable of
controlling up to 24 valve functions, the MK III
is capable of controlling up to 46 functions, and
the MK IV is available for smaller applications
for controlling up to 6 functions.
Mk II and Mk III SCMs are equipped with
redundant hydraulic and electric supplies and
electronics. All common standard industry
interfaces are supported. The electronics fea-
tures backwards compatibility and higher com-
munication speeds over longer distances while
offering full redundancy and open interface
standards such as Ethernet, internet, TCP/IP,
as well as fiber optic communications up to
Subsea Control Module and Base 1 Gbps.
 Processing Control System
FMC’s Subsea Processing Control Systems represent
a set of subsea building blocks that will simplify field
operations and improve and increase field production
rates.
The Subsea Processing Control system is based on
FMC’s standard product line, with enhanced features
such as remote diagnostics and support.
Installation &
Workover Control System
The Installation and Workover Control System
(IWOCS) controls and monitors installation,
retrieval and deployment of subsea production
equipment. Riserless Light Well Intervention
(RLWI) from monohull vessels and Through
Tubing Rotary Drilling (TTRD) operations
are also controlled by means of FMC's
IWOCS systems.

Main functions and features:

 Monitors and controls installation and
Tordis Subsea Separation System with the protection
retrieval of tubing hangers, landing strings,
structure removed for clarity
subsea trees and associated sub systems
 Provide facilities for down hole operations,
well testing and production testing
 Standardized equipment with flexibility to be
adapted to field and customer requirements
All Electric Control System  Available as direct or electro hydraulic systems IWOCS

All Electric Control Systems are an attractive

addition and an alternative to existing Electro The latest generation Control System for
Hydraulic systems. Riserless Light Well Intervention has been
developed to optimize HSE aspect and
Benefits include: operational efficiency. The system features:

 Zero control fluid discharge  Improved working environment with

 Reduced Umbilical costs optimized HMI.
 Deep water capability  Online support from shore
 Very long offset capability  No hydraulic fluid release to sea
 Fast and accurate operational response  Umbilical reduced to ROV-type cable only,
improving operational efficiency, weather
FMC’s field proven electric subsea technology window and reliability
utilizes standard lowpower/ voltage umbilical  Distributed controls with open standard
and connector technology. Rechargeable subsea interfaces
batteries power valve and actuator operations.  Depth independent response time
 Qualified for water depths down to 3000m
FMC’s all electric subsea electric controls reduce  Acoustic back up communication and
the cost of topside power generation and subsea subsea UPS batteries
umbilicals. Configurable electric hydraulic  Safe autonomous mode in case of
systems are available to upgrade existing communication loss
hydraulic systems already in operation.
Installation of manifold actuators RLWI System

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Advanced Software FMC’s Global Locations
Solutions
 Provide advanced Control System service CERTIFICATION
Advanced software solutions in the domains and support from our main and satellite SCM MMR Level 1

of Flow Management and Condition & facilities around the world. Mr. John Doe

Performance Monitoring make use of the vase Has demonstrated the following required skills for SCM
amount of information from both subsea  Provide certified local support bases for Modification, Maintenance and Repair Level 1:

Performance of hydraulic cleanliness in all operations.

production systems and topside systems. This Subsea controls are in Luanda, Kongsberg, Good HSE performance related to hydraulic pressures,
high voltage, lifting and exposure to fluids.
ensures the production system provides optimal Houston, Rio, Aberdeen and Singapore. Recording and reporting of non-conformances, recording
of traceability.
production, which results in increased oil Describing important SCM functions, SCM design
elements that may be replaced, ability to read SCM and
recovery, maximizing return on investment. SCM test stand hydraulic and electric schematics.
Performance in analysis of hydraulic fluid cleanliness.
Use of computer SCM test software, basic practical work in
SCM mechanics, hydraulics and electronics.
Correct use of silicon fluid filling equipment and use of
accumulator nitrogen filling equipment.

Kongsberg 20.04.2007

Bjarne Hystad Knut H. Joachimsen

Department Manager Training Coordinator
Subsea Control System Subsea Control System

Sophisticated algorithms and knowledge-

based systems, utilizing monitoring
sensors, instrumentation, chokes,
valves, and other components allows for
predictive equipment maintenance. This
significantly reduces both maintenance Major Manufacturing Facilities
Customer Support Centers
costs and production system downtime.

Pressures, temperatures, flow rates etc.

are used to determine settings for optimal
production and to monitor the overall
Data to information
production parameters in real-time to
avoid issues related to hydrates, erosion, Kristiansund
Stavanger
water breakthrough etc.
Kongsberg
Aberdeen
Bergen
Dunfermline
St. John’s

Houston

San Fernando Abidjan Port Harcourt Nusajaya

Malabo

Luanda Singapore

Jakarta
The FMC Control System plays a pivotal
role in acquiring, managing and providing
Rio de Janeiro Perth
the information that enables subsea Macaé

production system performance to be

enhanced and for operators to actively
pursue IO activities.
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Houston TX 77067 NO-3601 Kongsberg
USA NORWAY
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