Mechatronics

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Robotics
Automated Production System
The Automation Production System enables students to acquire knowledge in the areas of automation, production systems using PLC programming, sensors, actuators and mechatronics. The APS comprises of modules with varying functions that are electrically and mechanically linked, and when combined simulate an actual industrial process such as material dispensing, sorting of products, processing and storing.

The APS is constructed on an aluminium frame and can be mounted on a bench or supplied with a support stand. The APS has an operating console with on/off switches, emergency stop switch and PLC control with the I/O connections, electrical and pneumatic.

The functionally of the APS is to allow students to study the automation process and to understand how to control various modules to ensure they work together. The APS uses a bottling plant as the process with containers being placed/dispensed onto the conveyor belt. The presence/absences of a container is detected using sensors and if present the containers are moved to the linear conveyor system. The linear conveyor moves each container to the two axis pick and place module where the pneumatic gripper of the transfer unit picks up the container and places it on to the indexing rotary table. The motorised rotary module will index the container through to the volumetric filling modules where the container is filled. The container is then capped at the capping module and the containers are transferred from the rotary module to the weighing module. Once weighing is complete the XY palletising module will store the finished item in the pallet section.

The process allows the control of production using a series of modules that are independently controlled and require the modules to be synchronised for the operation to be performed successfully and is representative of a full size production system.

Key Features
- Complete system with pick and place, sorting, production and storing
- Indexing system
- Linear pick and place
- Belt conveyor
- Six station rotary unit
- Filling unit
- Weighing module
- Horizontal transfer unit
- Capping unit
- XY palletiser
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Automation
Jobmaster Training Station Modular Training
The JobMaster® Training Station is a flexible solution to host diverse automation, mechatronics, instrumentaion and industrial training solutions for schools, colleges and other educational programs. The modular and mobile platform consists of a double sided flexible mounting panel, a wheeled base with storage and various accessories to enhance the solution. The training station offers:
- Quality Hardware – Robust, flexible and mobile hardware platform consisting of industry-standard components
- Flexible – Top only, top plus base, single or double sided, wheeled, expandable, multiple accessories
- Modular – diverse electronics modules, training kits and curriculum packs create a modular classroom
Skill-based E-learning Content
The JobMaster Training Station hosts training program curriculum of different types and additional training options are in development.

JobMaster’s training brings versatility to your training program. The FlexPanel system of interchangeable components allow the training station to be quickly configured for teaching a variety of topics.

JobMaster Automation/Fluid Power Training

Pneumatics
Intelitek Pneumatic Technology curriculum introduce students to the principles of pneumatics and pneumatically controlled systems commonly used in automated manufacturing environments.
Using Pneumatic simulation software, trainees create, modify, operate and observe simulated industrial grade pneumatic and electro-pneumatic devices and circuits. Students will connect different components, change physical parameters and observe system responses.

Hydraulics
Intelitek Hydraulic Technology curriculum introduce students to the principles of hydraulics and hydraulically controlled systems commonly used in automated manufacturing environments. Using
Hydraulic simulation software, trainees create, modify, operate and observe simulated industrial grade hydraulic and electro-hydraulic devices and circuits. Students will connect different components, change physical parameters and observe system responses.

Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)
Intelitek’s Programmable Logic Controller courseware gives students a solid grasp of industrial PLCs, ladder logic programming, inputs and output devices and electrical control. PLC hardware that is part of the JobMaster Training Station and is integrated with PLC software that lets students observe and understand the control logic behind the operation of industrial PLCs. The
Programmable Logic Controllers courses emphasize PLC theory and basic programming. Students learn to program a PLC and simulate industrial applications that require electrical control.
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Automation
Opencore

Training System for Mechatronics – OpenCore

A standalone system for material detection and processing.

Two separator magazines can output 50 x 50 x 25 mm workpieces made of a variety of materials.

A conveyor moves the workpieces and allows the attachment of various sensors to detect the characteristics of the workpieces. Inductive, capacitive and optical sensors are used. Analog path measurement at a pneumatic cylinder is possible. Fiber optic technology and one-way light barriers are attached.

A ramp with corresponding cylinder to separate rejected parts is also attached to the conveyor. The total motion sequence is controlled via a PLC (MLC L45).
It is also possible to program an app to control the same motion options.

A servo motor with a controller drives the conveyor. A WLAN router, which is connected to the control, enables wireless connection of mobile devices. Software libraries provide a simplified way to connect mobile devices
via app interfaces. LabVIEW, MATLAB or Simulink can also be used for programming.

An example app for Android devices is included , so that the type of programming for mobile apps can be clearly explained. Individual control functions can be implemented with Wind River Workbench.

Open interfaces (e.g. OPC) to information systems are available.

Functional setup and pre-programmed apps are included with delivery.

IP address recognition via QR code.

The aluminum profile setup allows for modular expansion, by using RFID components, for example.

Direct access to drive and control data using common Office applications like Excel.

A tablet PC is not included.

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Automation
Robotics (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 PLC

The 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 housing

The 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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Automation
Sensor Technology Training (Lab)

Sensors Technology teaches students how to design and assemble basic control circuits using sensors.
Sensors teaches the concepts and application of digital and analog sensors in control circuits. Students design and build circuits with various sensors including light sensors, fiber optic, magnetic and pressure.

Students learn how digital and analog sensors function. They also also learn how a sensor’s analog signal is converted to a digital output.

Course Outline

Activity 1: Introduction to Sensors
Activity 2: Contact Sensors
Activity 3: Digital Light Sensors
Activity 4: Analog Light Sensors
Activity 5: Reed Switch Sensors
Activity 6: Logic AND Circuits
Activity 7: Logic OR Circuits
Activity 8: Relays – Logic NOT Circuits
Activity 9: Inductive Proximity Sensors – Intro
Activity 10: Inductive Proximity Sensors –
Applications
Activity 11: Pressure Sensors
Activity 12: On-Off Control Systems
Activity 13: Using an Optic Fiber as a Conductor
Activity 14: Control Circuit Design
Activity 15: Conclusion

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Robotics
Sensor Training Rig
The Sensor Training Rig is an introduction to the use of sensors, types of sensors and a teaching aid when studying the application of control, manufacturing or automation. The sensors include infra-red, capacitive, photoelectric, inductive, proximity, fibre-optic and mechanical sensors. The outputs to the sensors are easily accessible through 4mm colour coded terminals on the front of the unit or through a D type connection and can be linked to a PLC or PC for analysis and testing of the sensors.

The STR is supplied with various types of material steel, aluminium, foam, wood, plexiglas, plastic abs, white plastic abs, to provide the student with the facility to compare the effectiveness of the different types of sensors for different types of materials supplied. The student can evaluate the efficiency of the sensors using the various materials. The range and suitability of the sensors can be observed providing the student with the opportunity to make recommendations for the selection of a sensor in particular applications.

Key Features
- Self-contained
- Fits onto a bench top
- Introduction to the use of sensors
- Rules of detection using sensors
- Efficiency evaluation of various sensors
- Techniques for connection to a PLC
- Choice of sensor technology
- Selection of sensor from a list of conditions
- Various materials supplied for use with the sensor training rig
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Automation
Sensorline Training Panel

This training panel enables hands-on experience with analog and digital sensor applications.

The benchtop panel includes a variety of analog and digital sensors. The system is supplied with a set of experiment materials that affect and reflect the operation of the sensors. Students can connect different components, change physical parameters and measure sensor response. By designing and assembling basic control circuits using the sensors, students learn how digital and analog sensors function. Students also learn how a sensor’s analog signal is converted to a digital output.

This training panel is certified for CE safety compliance.

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Mechatronics
Station 1 – mMS4.0 (Material Transport and Detection)

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. The 2 housing cubes are prepared, connected to each other or joined together and stored. In order to provide various product types, a different color is used for each housing cube.

At Station 1, the housing cubes are available on a conveyor. Using different sensors, position and color (light/dark) are detected and the housing cubes are forwarded or rejected. To wire the system components, a Profibus coupler is used on the grooved panel, to which the component cables are clamped. In addition, it is connected to the control with a Profibus cable.

Station 1 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. Visual-Basic, 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
▶▶ Detecting material with sensors
▶▶ Visualizing and operating equipment functions
▶▶ Visualizing system conditions
▶▶ Single-step and automatic modes
▶▶ PLC programming according to IEC 61131-3

The 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
▶ IndraLogic L25 PLC, IEC 61131-3 compatible (see page 216 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 p
▶ Maintenance unit for compressed air
▶ Conveyor with 24 V DC motor w/ 800m length to achieve transfer to next station wi
▶ Separator magazine for the housing cubes. These are pushed to the conveyor via a
▶ Sensor, reed contact, pneumatic cylinder in out or in position
▶ Sensor, roller, housing detection in magazine
▶ Sensor, capacitive, housing on conveyor
▶ Sensor, inductive, metallic housing
▶ Sensor, optical, light or dark housing
▶ Sensor, light sensor, housing at end of conveyor
▶ Pneumatic cylinder for contour detection with analog path measurement sensor an
▶ Removal unit for sorting of rejected parts
▶ Profibus coupler on grooved panel for wiring the system components
▶ Housing cubes made of aluminum, PVC (white) and PVC (black)
▶ Programming software (IndraWorks license)
▶ Documentation CD (operating instructions, operating diagrams, etc.)
▶ Ethernet switch for other needed network participants, e.g. PC, route, RFID etc

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Automation
Station 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 2

The 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

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