Centre for Advanced Laser Applications SCADA Control System Case Study

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Centre for Advanced Laser Applications SCADA Control System Case Study

Case study of ICONICS GENESIS64 SCADA deployment at CALA research facility for safe laser system control and visualization.

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June 4, 2026

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3 min read

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The Centre for Advanced Laser Applications (CALA) in Garching, Germany required a SCADA platform to manage high-power lasers, vacuum beam paths, and five shielded experimental caves. System integrator MESALOGIC implemented ICONICS GENESIS64 with KPIWorX dashboards to deliver real-time monitoring, access control, and audit logging. The solution coordinates simultaneous experiments, prevents unauthorized entry, and maintains complete traceability for biomedical laser research.

Key takeaways

GENESIS64 SCADA manages laser beam routing, vacuum systems, and cave access across separated experimental stations.

Role-based login and door-mounted KPIWorX panels enforce safety interlocks and prevent simultaneous conflicting operations.

All setpoints, user actions, timestamps, and experiment parameters are logged for full audit trails and reproducibility.

Large overview dashboards and per-cave digital signage provide transparent status visibility to researchers and safety staff.

Integration with HIMA safety systems enables coordinated process control and TÜV-certified protection for ionizing radiation zones.

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