Overview

A turn-key six story facility incorporating four continuous production streams.  The new mill utilises state-of-the-art PLC equipment on an entirely Ethernet backbone.

Auto Control Systems was responsible for the complete design, programming, installation and commissioning of the system including the requirements for a minimum Category 3 Machine Safety system.

The project also took into account the hazardous areas design requirements for the facility.

Technology Used

• Allen-Bradley Guard Logix PLC
• Citect SCADA
• Allen Bradley Point and Safe Point IO
• Allen Bradley Powerflex 525 Drives
• Allen Bradley Stratix Ethernet
• Allen Bradley E300 Electronic Overloads
• Hazardous Area Design
• TUV Certified Machine Safety