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Electronics, Control System and InstrumentationProcess Control and Instrumentation Trainer
The PCT-200 Process Control and Instrumentation unit is a fully integrated, fully equipped, self-contained floor standing process control system, representative of industrial process control systems used in many industries such as chemical, oil, food, water, power and other process industries. The PCT-200 is fitted with state-of-the-art intelligent process instruments and actuators networked using Fieldbus technology meeting the requirements for Industry 4.0. The system is available with choice of Fieldbus; PROFIBUS, PROFINET, ETHERNET and others, as required. The unit is supplied with all necessary controllers and software, including PLC, PLC programming software and SCADA software. Siemens and Allen Bradley PLCs are available, and others can be supplied on request.
The PCT-200 can be configured to implement different control strategies for flow and level control using cascade, feed-forward and multi-variable strategies, separate level alarms and process and device temperature monitoring. Control of the system is through SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) software using a PC with an Ethernet connection.
The PCT-200 is fitted with clear tanks, pipes and industrial instruments, actuators and sensors. Labworks cover; Instrument set-up and calibration, actuator elements and characteristics, feedback control systems, fieldbus systems, Ethernet and LAN technology.
Water is pumped around the system using a speed-controlled three-phase pump, controlled by a variable frequency inverter, from a reservoir tank to two process tanks. The pump outflow goes through a venturi-tube providing flow measurement using a differential pressure transmitter. A pressure transmitter is used to measure the discharge pressure from the pump and can be used for experiments on the pump characteristics. Manual ball valves can be set to direct the flow around the system. The level in process tank one can be measured using the differential pressure transmitter, and in process tank two, using the ultrasonic level transmitter. A temperature transmitter is fitted in process tank one for monitoring of the water temperature.
The outlets of process tank one from the reservoir tank goes to process tank two through an electromagnetic flow meter and then to a modulating control valve fitted with a pneumatic positioner. The control valve can be used in conjunction with the flow transmitter for flow control, or in conjunction with the ultrasonic level transmitter for level control in process tank two. A cascade control system can also be implemented by feeding the level controller output as a set-point to the flow controller.
Key Feature:
- Meeting the demands for Cyber Physical Systems, IoT and Industry 4.0
- Complete self-contained floor standing unit fitted with wheels for mobility
- Complete with PLC and SCADA software easily connected to the PC using an Ethernet connection
- Siemens and Allen Bradley PLCs are available, and others can be supplied on request
- Clear Tanks and Pipes permit the process in the system to be clearly observed
- Industrial Instruments, Actuators and Sensors
- Calibration and Monitoring of Transmitters and Control Valve
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Marine, Naval, Hydrodinamic and OceanographWave Gauge System – 8 Channels
The wave gauge system is a simple and reliable device for measuring rapidly changing water levels in physical models. When combined with our HR DAQ data acquisition and analysis software it provides a first rate method of measuring wave height in a flume or 3D basin.
Our wave gauge system is suitable for use in:
2D flume
For this configuration, the wave probes are supplied with a mounting block allowing the calibration stem, that is fixed to the wave probe head, to be attached to any vertical surface.3D wave basin
For basins, we have a selection of tripods for using 600 to 1200 mm wave probes. For shallow water up to 1 m depth, a smaller stand to fit 300 mm wave probes is available.Product features:
- Extremely linear output
- No hysterisis
- Reliable, proven design
- Easily calibrated
- Longer distances from the data acquisition PC can be achieved by linking two wave probe cases together
- Multiple wave probe cases can be used in the digital network to meet the desired number of wave probe channels
- Data can be logged directly into a computer via the network link and analysed using HR DAQ software.
Our wave gauge system includes:
Wave probesEach wave probe comprises two parallel stainless steel rods, each with a plastic head and foot. The wave probes operate by measuring the current that flows between the two rods immersed in water. This current is converted to an output voltage that is directly proportional to the immersed depth. The standard probe lengths are 300, 600 and 900 mm.
Wave probe case
A wave probe case is supplied to accommodate up to eight monitors. This case contains all the necessary signal conditioning, together with an inbuilt analogue-to-digital output that allows the data to be saved directly to a data acquisition PC.
The case is supplied with its own standard plug and power supply for the modules.
If you need to use more than eight probes at the same time, then multiple cases can be linked together so requiring only one computer for configuration.
HR DAQ software
Our wave gauge system can be connected to a computer to collect data. This data can also be analysed using HR DAQ for analysis +/- 10V dc analogue output available for use with other data acquisition systems.
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Turbine Test SetPelton Turbine Test Set
This set is designed for studying Pelton turbine characteristics under various flow rates and heads.
The unit consists of a storage tank, a pump, a turbine, a dynamometer, a generator, and measuring instruments. The adjustable nozzle directs the water jet to the runner buckets. Power output can be measured by either dynamometer or generator.
The unit is on wheels.
Instruction manual is also included.TYPICAL EXPERIMENTS- Torque vs speed at various heads and flow rates.
- Power output vs speed for various heads and flow rates.
- Efficiency vs speed for a given head and flow rate.
- Overall turbine generator efficiency.
- Racing characteristics.
TECHNICAL DATATurbine – Construction Stainless steel runner, nozzle and casing with transparent window to observe hydraulic action – Ratings Over 2000 W of brake power or over 1200 W of electrical power Pump ratings – Motor 7.5 kW Generator 1.5 kW, 220 V, 1 Ph, 50 Hz. Electrical load Lamp bank Dynamometer Water cooled stainless steel mechanical brake with anti splashing system Measuring instruments: – Torque Spring balance – Pressure Pressure gauge – Sensors with digital display - Voltage and current for electrical power output
- Flow rate and speed
Software for data display and analysis by computer (separately supplied). Power supply 380 V, 3 Ph, 50 Hz. Other power supply is available on request. (0 reviews) -
AutomotiveAutomotive Engine Test Bed: Computer Control
The equipment is for testing an automotive engine with computer control.
The engine rests on four supports on one end of the test bed. The supports can be adjusted in three directions to accommodate different size engine. The dynamometer with speed and torque sensors rests on another end of the test bed. The engine is connected to the dynamometer by a double universal joint with a safety guard. Cooling of the engine and the dynamometer is by a cooling tower. A flexible stainless steel hose is provided for exhaust pipe connection.
Fuel tank with fuel flow and air flow measuring instruments are on a stand next to the engine. Data display, analysis, and control are by a touch screen computer.
Instruction manual is also included.
TYPICAL EXPERIMENTS- Torque vs engine speed at various throttle setting.
- Engine brake horsepower and efficiency vs speed
- Specific fuel consumption
- Air/fuel ratio
- Volumetric efficiency
TECHNICAL DATADynamometer: – Type Water brake absorber. – Maximum torque - At 2000 rpm. over 750 Nm.
- At 4000 rpm. over 900 Nm.
- At 6000 rpm. over 750 Nm.
– Maximum speed 7000 rpm. Engine: Good used gasoline engine 1500 cc or larger, with fuel injection system, O2 sensor and catalytic converter. Cooling system: – Type Cooling tower with circulating pumps – Capacity Depending on engine size. Sensors with digital display - Torque and speed
- Differential pressure (for air box with pulse reducer and orifice plate for measuring air flow rate)
- Temperature of Engine cooling water inlet and outlet, absorber water outlet, exhaust gas, and ambient air.
Safety features Low oil pressure warning lamp, battery charging lamp, pump operation lamp, over temperatures for engine and dynamometer and a propeller shaft guard. Other accessories Battery, alternator, starter, fuel tank and barometer. Computer control Engine throttle and dynamometer load. Computer interface unit and software for data display, analysis, and control by touch screen computer (separately supplied). Power supply 380 V, 3 Ph, 50 Hz. Other power supply is available on request. (0 reviews)
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Marine, Naval, Hydrodinamic and OceanographData AcQuisition software (HR DAQ)
The Data AcQuisition software (HR DAQ) is used to collect and analyse data from a variety of instruments used in physical models such as wave gauges, Acoustic Doppler Velocimeters (ADV) and pressure sensors.
Product features:
- Specifically designed for wave analysis
- Instrument calibration
- Data collection
- Spectral analysis
- Statistical and wave counting analysis
- Reflection analysis
This comprehensive Windows based data acquisition and analysis program, suitable for 64 analogue input channels, is project based and is split into three sections.
Calibration and scaling of inputs
The calibration section allows the modeller to calibrate any instruments installed in physical models that require regular in-situ calibration, such as resistance type wave probes. It also allows the modeller to enter factory calibrations for other sensors such as pressure sensors.
This section creates calibration files for use with the acquisition and analysis sections. It provides a comprehensive set of facilities for setting up the calibration files that are used to convert the analogue voltage signals in the model, to data at full scale, assuming Froude or Reynolds scaling.
Data acquisition
HR DAQ is set to collect raw data for a specified period of time at a specified frequency.
Data analysis
After the data has been collected, HR DAQ can be used to perform a number of analysis routines. The principal analysis program includes two routines; one is a Fast Fourier Transform spectral analysis and the other a statistical one.
Specification
Calibration routine:
- Labelling of input channels
- Automatic calibration with Linear Least Squares fit shown for each channel
- Automatic setting of zero levels
Data collection:
- Sampling frequency 1-500Hz
- Monitoring of channels during data collection
- Trace of all channels displayed or turned off as necessary
- Elapsed time and time to completion
- Requires compatible Analogue to Digital (A/D) converter
Data analysis:
- Spectral analysis
- Energy density
- Hs m0, m2, m4, Tp
Statistical analysis:
H1/3, Tm, Standard deviation, Variance, Reflection analysis, Bulk reflection coefficient, Incident and reflected spectra
Hardware/software requirements:
- Desktop or laptop with Quad Core processor
- Software can be downloaded directly from our web-server
- Windows-based environment operating system
- One user licence activation code provided per computer
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AutomationRobotics (SCARA)
This system consists of a single station with complete protective housing, which secures the pivot range of the robot. The station is mechanically connected to the modular mechatronics system (mMS4.0).
The dimensions of the individual stations are smaller than 1350 x 1350 x 1900 (L x W x H). In order to ensure easy transport, the system consists of two individual stations which may not be wider than 675 mm (standard door, lift, vehicle).The entire system has a maximum weight of 300 kg. The supply voltage is 230 V single-phase. All protective doors and the cell are equipped with safety technology. A safety circuit monitors the system.
The robot is operated with a handheld control panel with 3.8” display. The robot is designed as a 4-axis system (X-Y-Z axes, pivoting Z axis). The robot’s Z axis has a stroke of 400 mm and can execute 360° screwing movements. The robot is equipped with a pneumatic gripper.
The load capacity is 5 kg, repetition accuracy for positioning is +/- 0.02 mm for the X/Y/Z axes and +/- 0.03 degrees for the rotary axis. The system is programmed with an IEC 61131-3 PLC. The robot’s motions are fully programmable via the PLC. The whole system is completely assembled and delivered in fully functioning condition.
The PLC (industry standard) control provides some specific possibilities:
▶▶ PLC programming according to IEC61131-3: with the languages Instruction List, Ladder Diagram, Function Block Diagram, Sequential Function Chart, Structured Text.Industry 4.0:
OpenCore Engineering enables direct reading of data from the PLC using high-level language programming, even parallel to a running PLC program (conversion of Big Data). An app is available to diagnose the PLC. The communication between the PLC and the robotic control takes place via PROFINET.The following practice topics are addressed:
▶▶ Description of individual components and commissioning of a robotic system
▶▶ Basic knowledge to create programs; control types
▶▶ Creation of programs in a PLC programming environment (IEC 61131-3)
▶▶ Programming individual movements and motion sequences
▶▶ Gripping and positioning cube-shaped housings
▶▶ Teaching program points
▶▶ Programming the HMI to operate the robot via PLCThe exercises are available online.
Exercises with solutions are available to the trainer.The work station includes:
▶▶ 4-axis swivel-arm robot
▶▶ Robot control with a PLC according to IEC61131-3
▶▶ Safety relay
▶▶ HMI for robot operation via PLC
▶▶ Housing cube, aluminum
▶▶ Housing cube, plastic, black
▶▶ Pins (for connecting the housing cubes)
▶▶ Pneumatic maintenance unit
▶▶ Pre-wired switch box
▶▶ Protective housingThe swivel-arm robot meets industry standards. So that students can recognize it in their future work, it is a robot that is used in real-world automation applications.
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AutomationCollaborating Robot – APAS
This collaborating robot meets industry standards. The system is an individual station consisting of a robot with a capacitive outer skin, which secures the entire pivot range of the robot and enables human interaction. The entire system is fully assembled and fully functional on delivery.
▶▶ Safety certification through the trade association (Berufsgenossenschaft [BG])
▶▶ Sensor skin (capacitive), which reliably prevents collisions in the range of the robot arm
▶▶ Touchless collision protection with stop and automatic process continuation starting at the last position
▶▶ Retracting gripper fingers, which reliably prevent pinching injury in the direction of the finger axes
▶▶ Pinch protection with safe limiting of the clamping force of the gripper fingers
▶▶ Three-finger universal gripper, force and position controlled, with crush protection
▶▶ Securing of parts in the universal gripper in the event of power outage
▶▶ Camera head with:
▶▶ three high-resolution cameras, two of which are stereo cameras
▶▶ integrated LED-infrared-flash
▶▶ an additional LED projector for 3D photography of the handling components
▶▶ Operating software with:
▶▶ graphic representation of work plans
▶▶ dialog-oriented creation and parameterization of work plans
▶▶ dialog-led teaching of characteristics for 2D and 3D image processing
▶▶ three password-protected user levels
▶▶ extensive diagnostic options
▶▶ Touchpad control panel with E-Stop
▶▶ Remote interface (when permitted by the network connection)
▶▶ Mobile, portable and stable basic housing
▶▶ Four rollers, easily lockable with thumb screws
▶▶ Sturdy full-wrap handle
▶▶ Electric switch cabinet, integrated into the basic housing, for robotic control, control computer, safety PLC and electric
network connection. Easily accessible via removable service covers.
▶▶ 16 digital inputs and outputs, 24 V optocoupled
▶▶ Self-adhesive labeling for reference
▶▶ 5 m power cable for 230 V supply voltage, Ethernet and digital I/O, built-in and lockable machine connector, heat exchanger with CEE network plug, RJ45 and Sub-D plugsThe following practice topics are addressed:
▶▶ Description of individual components, commissioning of a robotic system and first movements
▶▶ Basic knowledge to create programs
▶▶ Teaching of program points
▶▶ Creation of programs with the touchpad control panel
▶▶ Integration of the camera systemThe exercises are available online.
Exercises with solutions are available to the trainer.This work station includes:
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AutomationStation 3 – mMS4.0 (High Rack Storage)
For the mechatronics learning topics (Basic to Professional), real production equipment, a mechatronics system, is provided, which consists of 3 stations. All 3 work stations can be used individually or be connected to form a larger system. The work stations described here are made of industrial components (industry standard).
The stations have interfaces (compressed air, power, data, Ethernet) to connect more stations. For connected stations, the emergency stop for each individual station is effective for the entire connected system. The individual stations are fully installed and fully functional on delivery.
The modular mechatronics system (mMS4.0) features the assembly of a cube-shaped housing. Thus, 2 housing cubes are prepared, connected to each other or fit together and stored. In order to provide various product types, a different color is used for each housing cube.
This station features a storage system. The finished housings are placed in a high rack storage system by a cartesian robot with a pneumatic gripper (4-axis system).
Notes for Station 3:
Station 3 “high rack storage” can be converted to a CNC system. This is possible without any change to the control hardware, but only by switching the firmware (different flash card).Station 3 has its own control (IndraLogic L45).
The (industry-standard) control offers several specific possibilities:
1. PLC programming according to IEC61131-3 with the languages Instruction List, Ladder Diagram, Function Block Diagram, Sequential Function Chart, Structured Text
2. Convertible into a CNC control via Flash card (Station 3)
3. As preparation for Industry 4.0 (i4.0) learning topics: the control can be accessed with other programming languages (e.g. VisualBasic, C++, C#, Java, …) using OpenCore Engineering and control via a software program (e.g. LabView, MatLab/Simulink, Excel, Power Point,…) is possible. This is possible without PLC programming. By using high-level language programming it is possible to read data directly from the PLC, even parallel to a running PLC program (conversion of Big Data). Example of an i4.0 application that is possible with the control described above: direct control of a system with a LabView program (from the appropriate LabView lab) via the control, without needing to translate into a PLC programming language.The following practice topics are addressed:
▶▶ Getting to know the system and PLC program
▶▶ Understanding the emergency stop circuit
▶▶ Commissioning of electric servo axes
▶▶ Monitoring and control of drive controllers with PLC
▶▶ Connecting power
▶▶ Moving to a specific point
▶▶ Loading and storing a workpiece (cartesian robot)
▶▶ PLC programming according to IEC 61131-3The exercises are available online.
Exercises with solutions are available to the trainer.The work station is equipped with the following components:
▶▶ Setup on an 800 x 550 mm aluminum profile plate
▶▶ Base: profile carriage 800 x 800 x 1350 mm (L x W x H) with electrically pre-wired control box, with the following and other components:
▶▶ IndraLogic L45 PLC, IEC 61131-3 compatible, convertible to CNC (see description above)
▶▶ Safety relay for emergency stop circuit
▶▶ Energy supply for 24V power supply
▶▶ Industrial machine control desk with quick-connect for grooved panel/perforated panel
▶▶ Maintenance unit for compressed air
▶▶ Conveyor with 24 V DC motor w/ 800m length to achieve transfer to next station with same conveyor
▶▶ High rack storage with at least 3 x 5 positions
▶▶ Cartesian robot for placement on high rack storage system, consisting of 2 electric servo axes, one pneumatic gripper, one pneumatic rotary axis and a pneumatic axis for moving the gripper to the conveyor or into the storage area
▶▶ Protective housing with door made of aluminum profile and plexiglass for Station 3. The door must be equipped with a safety latch
▶▶ Decentralized fieldline I/O, connection of system components with PLC via cable with M8 plugs
▶▶ Housing cubes made of aluminum, PVC (white) and PVC (black)
▶▶ IndraWorks programming software (one license)
▶▶ Documentation CD (operating instructions, operating diagrams, etc.)
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AutomationStation 2 – mMS4.0 (Processing with Pneumatic Press)
For the mechatronics learning topics (Basic to Professional), real production equipment, a mechatronics system, is provided, which consists of 3 stations. All 3 work stations can be used individually or be connected to form a larger system. The work stations described here are made of industrial components (industry standard).
The stations have interfaces (compressed air, power, data, Ethernet) to connect more stations.
For connected stations, the emergency stop for each individual station is effective for the entire connected system. The individual stations are fully assembled and fully functional on delivery. The modular mechatronics system (mMS4.0) features the assembly of a cube-shaped housing.
Thus, 2 housing cubes are prepared, connected to each other or fit together and stored. In order to provide various product types, a different color is used for each housing cube.
This station assembles the housing cubes. This is accomplished with a pinning unit and a pneumatic press. The pinning unit is used to insert at least 2 pins into one housing cube. After the second housing cube is placed in the press and the press process is complete, the housing cubes are held together by the pins. The material transfer from the conveyor to the press and back is done with a pneumatic vacuum gripper.
The housing cubes and pins are easily separated without tools in order to resume the manufacturing process. The system components can easily be connected to the PLC via a fieldline-M8 bus coupler using a cable with M8 plugs.
Station 2 has its own control (IndraLogic L25).
The (industry-standard) control offers several specific possibilities:
1. PLC programming according to IEC61131-3 with the languages Instruction List, Ladder Diagram, Function Block Diagram, Sequential
Function Chart, Structured Text
2. Convertible into a CNC control via Flash card (Station 3)
3. As preparation for Industry 4.0 (i4.0) learning topics: the control can be accessed with other programming languages (e.g. VisualBasic, C++, C#, Java, …) using OpenCore Engineering and control via a software program (e.g. LabView, MatLab/Simulink, Excel, Power Point,…) is possible. This is possible without PLC programming. By using high-level language programming it is possible to read data directly from the PLC, even parallel to a running PLC program (conversion of Big Data). Example of an i4.0 application that is possible with the control described above: direct control of a system with a LabView program (from the appropriate LabView lab) via the control, without needing to translate into a PLC programming language.The following practice topics are addressed:
▶▶ Learning about and commissioning the equipment
▶▶ Understanding the emergency stop circuit
▶▶ Transporting material with electric drive technology
▶▶ Moving material with pneumatic drive and vacuum technology
▶▶ PLC programming according to IEC 61131-3
▶▶ PLC program reset – emergency stop circuit
▶▶ PLC program pinning unit
▶▶ PLC program portal – load press
▶▶ PLC program – press with two-hand activation
▶▶ PLC program portal – unload press
▶▶ Program entire process for Station 2The exercises are available online.
Exercises with solutions are available to the trainer.The work station is equipped with the following components:
▶▶ Setup on an 800 x 550 mm aluminum profile panel
▶▶ Base: profile carriage 800 x 800 x 1350 mm (L x W x H) with electrically pre-wired control box, with the following and other components:
▶▶ IndraLogic L25 PLC, IEC 61131-3 compatible (see above for description)
▶▶ Safety relay for emergency stop circuit
▶▶ Energy supply for 24V power supply
▶▶ Industrial machine control desk with quick-connect for grooved panel/perforated panel
▶▶ Maintenance unit for compressed air
▶▶ Conveyor with 24 V DC motor w/ 800m length to achieve transfer to next station with same conveyor
▶▶ Pinning unit to insert two pins in the housing cubes
▶▶ Light barrier with sensor and receiver for detection of housing at conveyor end
▶▶ Pick and place portal for equipping the press
▶▶ Pneumatic press for grouting the housing cubes
▶▶ Connection pins to hold the housing cubes together
▶▶ Decentralized fieldline I/O, connection of system components with control via cable w/ M8 plugs
▶▶ Housing cubes made from aluminum, PVC (white) and PVC (black)
▶▶ IndraWorks programming software (one license)
▶▶ Documentation CD (operating instructions, operating diagrams, etc.)
▶▶ Ethernet switch for other needed network participants, e.g. PC, route, RFID etc(0 reviews)
