Can I modularize existing plants?

Yes — as part of a modernization (brownfield approach), existing plant sections can be encapsulated and equipped with their own controller and MTP. This enables gradual migration to a more flexible, modular architecture.

Which DCS do I need for MTP?

You need a DCS capable of serving as a Process Orchestration Layer (POL) — i.e. able to import MTP files and orchestrate the services they describe. Many leading DCS vendors now offer MTP-capable solutions.

What is the difference between MTP and Industry 4.0?

MTP is not a competitor to Industry 4.0 but a concrete enabling technology. It delivers the flexibility, adaptability, and decentralization required in the process industries.

MTP (Module Type Package)

Modular plant concepts per MTP standard (VDI/VDE 2658) — plug & produce for flexible, scalable production in process industries.

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What is MTP?

What is it?

MTP (Module Type Package) is an open, vendor-independent standard that standardizes the integration of modular plant sections (Process Equipment Assemblies, PEA) into a higher-level process orchestration layer (POL). Each module brings its own controller and an MTP description file containing all the information required for integration.

Why does it matter?

MTP enables 'plug & produce'. Instead of planning plants monolithically and time-consumingly, they can be flexibly assembled from standardized, pre-tested modules. This drastically reduces time-to-market, increases scalability, and enables quick adaptation to new products or capacity requirements.

Your advantage with IOTECH

IOTECH is your partner for the practical implementation of MTP concepts. We help you define the modules, create the MTP files, and implement the process orchestration layer (POL) to realize the full potential of modular automation.

Our services for modular plants

We accompany you from concept to orchestration of your MTP-based plant.

Module specification

Defining the process and automation functions of the individual modules (PEAs).

MTP generation

Generating the MTP description files that define HMI graphics, services, data points, and alarms of the module.

POL implementation

Building and configuring the process orchestration layer (POL) for orchestrating modules and connecting to higher-level systems.

Integration & test

Importing the MTPs into the POL, linking modules, and testing the overall plant.

Lifecycle management

Managing and versioning the MTPs over the entire plant lifecycle.

Application areas

MTP is ideal for industries with high product variety and fluctuating production volumes.

Fine & specialty chemicals

Rapid changeover of plants for the production of different products.

Pharma & biotech

Scalable production of active ingredients, from pilot plant to commercial manufacturing.

Food & beverage

Flexible adaptation to seasonal products and new recipes.

Modular skid manufacturing

Standardized automation for plant builders delivering pre-assembled units.

Standards & guidelines

The MTP standard is driven by leading organizations of the process industry.

VDI/VDE/NAMUR 2658 (MTP standard)
IEC 62264 (ISA-95, enterprise & control level)
OPC UA (communication standard)
WAGO DIMA (Decentralized Intelligence for Modular Applications)

Frequently asked questions

Key questions about MTP, answered.

Related services

MTP is closely linked to other modern automation technologies.

I&C Engineering (EMSR)

Planning of the distributed automation technology within the modules.

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PLC programming

Programming of the module controllers (PEAs) and creation of the MTP services.

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Ethernet-APL

The ideal communication technology for digital connection of field devices in modular plants.

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