OpenTAS is the digital heart of any modern terminal. It provides all types of storage facilities, large or small, with a comprehensive overview of their inventories and movements. All measurement data, bookings and stocks are available from a centralized location in the system, and your tank terminal staff can use these resources to take their operational excellence to new heights. Meanwhile, in-depth reporting functions enable the management team to make substantial decisions.
OpenTAS is designed for all types of terminals and tasks. This can be an on-premises or cloud solution, and it is offered on a license or subscription basis. OpenTAS enables you to integrate future solutions into the system, including those developed by external partners.
Out of the box
OpenTAS offers the most comprehensive set of features available for the operation of any tank storage facility – available out of the box and with full functionality from the start.
Fits all scenarios
OpenTAS is available for terminals of any size and any product/infrastructure type. It can be configured with ease to meet all customer requirements.
EMCS certification
OpenTAS is certified for EMCS 2.5, automatically handling customs declarations for loading processes.
Safe and reliable
OpenTAS is based on 40 years of experience and guarantees secure business operations in accordance with legal requirements for stock transfers, transportation and accounting.
Available as managed service
The full-service option requires no IT Infrastructure and zero IT management outlay.
We offer application support and enhancement, business consulting and business services from a single source. Our product and process experts at our Customer Support Center are ready to assist and will continue to guide you long after your go-live.
Our software enables the daily movement of 325,000 tons of product in and out of terminals, 3,200 trucks, 1,000 railcars, and 43 shiploads and offloads.
OpenTAS is a vendor-independent solution that can be used with any type of in-the-field equipment. It can be integrated into all existing IT landscapes, because it supports all common industry and vendor-specific protocols.
Detailed administration of products, tanks, terminal assets, vehicles, customer and partner addresses and other business-related master data. Full transparency on customer agreements for all supported products, services and tanks.
Audit-proof accounting of product movements and additional operational services.
Workflow-based planning, execution and supervision of all logistics operations, including inbound and outbound movements, internal tank transfers and blending. End-to-end validated management of orders and associated goods.
Comprehensive tracking and visualization of stocks: volume and weight per product, storage location and tanks, ownership, and tax and customs statuses. Feature includes ASTM/API calculations as per product specification and stock reconciliation with integrated gain and loss correction.
Preparation of transport documents and reports for internal supervision and customer information. On-screen visualization and individualized printouts, real-time dashboards and data-rich charts for KPI analysis.
Seamless integration of processes for existing field equipment, whether directly or via PLCs, and support for industry-standard communication methods such as OPC and Modbus along with vendor-specific/proprietary protocols. Allows for real-time data exchange and equipment management via industry-standard and/or vendor-specific device drivers.
Flexible levelling of process automation, from partial automation at loading/unloading points via driver-operated truck loading through to fully unmanned terminal operation.
Calculates product weight and volume as per international ASTM/API standards for crude oil, fuels, chemicals, ethanol and gases. Once set up, this tool performs all conversions automatically in the background. It also provides an interactive calculator for on-site use on mobile and desktop devices.
Secure tracking and documentation of all product movements and inventories in accordance with tax & customs authority requirements, including appropriate pre-movement checks and product batch management. OpenTAS is EMCS 2.5 certified, meaning it automatically handles customs declarations for loading processes.
Extensive capabilities for seamless integration with all kinds of business & operating systems, including ERP, Lab Information Systems (LIMS) and customs systems. Allows for the rapid and stable integration of SAP products, e.g. SAP SDM.
High-end performance on a low-end budget: for inland distribution terminals, marine terminals and special products terminals.
Through our state-of-the-art terminal management solution OpenTAS – the most comprehensive terminal management tool available worldwide – we help your terminal business run smoothly while meeting all operational and legal obligations.
Thanks to its scalable architecture, OpenTAS can be integrated into any existing terminal landscape, allowing for seamless step-by-step migration to the desired terminal setup. This guarantees business continuity both in the short and long term.
We have unique terminal management expertise based on forward-looking innovations and the best practices in the industry. We channel our experience from highly complex, one-of-a-kind projects into standardized, cost-effective cloud services that are made available to you via SaaS (public and private cloud).
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In today’s rapidly evolving technological landscape, it is essential to allocate limited resources such as time and money to initiatives that deliver tangible results. With this in mind, we have developed a consulting service that identifies those areas where your business can benefit most from automation. Within the space of a few days, our fast-track workshop will provide you with a comprehensive evaluation of your digital automation potential, paving the way for improved operational efficiency. It also enables you to develop a clear roadmap for your digital transformation journey.
From an automated to an autonomous terminal
Since the beginning of the year, Implico Group’s Terminal Management division has been operating as OpenTAS GmbH in order to focus specifically on energy transformation, digitalization and automation.
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