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IMPLEMENTATION OF SCADA SYSTEM FOR CONTROL AND MONITORING IN MARIWAD PUMP STATIONS

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VTSCADA has comprehensive functionality, reliability, and flexibility, enable efficient monitoring, control, and management of critical water infrastructure.

To ensure the smooth operation of water pumping substations within a district.
A central monitoring station obtains real-time data on pump performance, water flow rates, pressure levels, and even energy consumption from sensors installed strategically throughout the substation.
Modernizing the power supply systems with energy-efficient motors, variable frequency drives (VFDs), and optimized load management reduces energy consumption and operating costs.
By providing a clear picture of substation activity, VTSCADA empowers water districts to enhance efficiency, minimize downtime, and ultimately deliver a reliable water supply to their consumers.
Benefits
  • Increased operational efficiency through automation and real-time monitoring.
  • Cost savings from energy-efficient systems and reduced maintenance.
  • Sustainable water resource management by preventing overuse of groundwater.
  • Improved reliability and safety through enhanced controls and predictive maintenance.

    VTScada System UI For Single Monitoring

    VTScada System UI For Multiple Monitoring


In-Line Plastic Extrusion, Printing and Rewinding Synchronization and Tension Control

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Web Speed Matching: Synchronizing the speed of the extruder with the speed of the printing and rewinding equipment
Servo Motors: Servo-driven systems for printing and rewinding allow precise control of machine speed, ensuring accurate positioning of printed graphics relative to the material's movement.
Machine Operator ease of use specially during machine startup and product change,  operator need to change only the In-feed roller speed and all other motors from in-line printing to outfeed motor to winding motors should automatically synchronize and follow.
To maintain an optimal tension level and to prevent product rejection due to defects.
Tension Control Topology
    Integrated Euntay load cells, tension controllers, Kacon relays and terminal blocks, Autonics Push buttons, Delta VFD's and power supply

Front Beach Wastewater Treatment

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Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA): SCADA Systems enable real-time monitoring and control of WWTP processes. Operators can track flow rates, cemical dosing, aeration, sludge andling, and effluent quality remotely, optimizing plant operations and responding quickly to issues.
Programmable Logic Controllers: These provide precise control over various stages in the treatment process (e.g., pumps, valves, blowers), ensuring synchronization between processes such as aeration, sedimentation, and sludge treatment.
Remote Monitoring and IoT Integration: Sensors can collect data on water levels, pH, turbidity, dissolved oxygen and other critical parameters, transmitting real-time information to central systems. This reduces the need for manual checks and improves responsiveness.
Benefits
    Increased Efficiency: Automation and smart technologies reduce the need for manual intervention, allowing proceses to be optimized in real-time.
    Energy and Cost Savings: Energy-efficient technologies, combined with renewable energy integration, reduce operational costs.
    Better Water Quality: Advanced treatment technologies improve the quality of treated effluent, making it safer for discharge or reuse.

    WWTP SCADA UI:


PLC Re-programming of sequence in Sand Treatment Machine

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A sand treatment machine is primarily used to clean and regenerate sand for reuse in industrial processes like casting, molding, and construction. It removes contaminants, crushes hardened particles, and adjusts the sand's grain size, ensuring uniformity and optimal properties for future use.
Benefits
    Cost Savings: By recycling and reconditioning sand, it reduces the need for purchasing new materials, lowering production costs.
    Improved Quality: The machine ensures consistent grain size and removes impurities, enhancing the sand's performance in casting and molding applications.
    Environmental Sustainability: Recycling sand minimizes waste and reduces the environmental impact associated with sand extraction and disposal.
    Increased Efficiency: Automated sand treatment ensures faster processing and reduces manual labor, leading to more efficient production cycles.
Key Aspects of Reprogramming the PLC in Sand Machine Treatment
    Process Optimization: Modifying the PLC program to ensure smoother transitions between stages like sand cleaning, dyrying, and cooling, improving overall process efficiency.
    Fault Handling: Enhancing the program's fault detection and alarm systems, improving the machine's response to issues like motor overload or material jams, ensuring continuous operation with minimal downtime.
Reprogramming the PLC helped enchance the automation, process control, and resource efficiency that led to better performance and reduced operational costs.

INTEGRATION OF BUILDING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (BMS) TO AN EXISTING HVAC SYSTEM AND CONTROL FOR PALACIO DE GOBERNADOR

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This integration process involves linking the HVAC system to a centralized BMS platform, which manages and monitors various building systems like HVAC, lighting, security, and more.
Steps for Integration of BMS to existing HVAC System in Palacio De Gobernador
    System Evaluation: Before integration, a detailed evaluation of the existing HVAC infrastructure is conducted to assess compatibility with BMS. This includes analyzing the HVAC components, such as air handlers, chillers, fans, and control units, and determining the necessary upgrades or interfaces required for seamless integration.
    Communication Protocol Integration: The HVAC system and BMS must communicate using a common protocol like BACnet or Modbus, which allows the BMS to monitor and control the HVAC system.
    Centralized Control and Interface: BMS provides a unified interface through which facility managers can monitor, adjust, and schedule HVAC operations. This allows control of HVAC functions, such as heating, cooling, and ventilation, from a central dashboard, which can be accessed remotely as well.
    Increased Efficiency: Automated sand treatment ensures faster processing and reduces manual labor, leading to more efficient production cycles.
    Automated Maintenance Alerts: the BMS can track HVAC system performance and provide predictive maintenance alerts. This allows facility managers to address minor issues before they become costly repairs, extending the lifespan of the equipment and reducing unexpected downtime.
Benefits
    Centralized Monitoring and Control: centralized control over the HVAC system allows easier scheduling, monitoring, and adjustment of settings. This reduces manual intervention and increases operational efficiency.
    Energy Efficiency: By adjusting HVAC operations based on real-time data, the BMS minimizes energy waste, leading to lower energy costs and reduced environmental impact. Energy use can be further optimized by automatically turning off systems in unoccupied areas or during off-peak hours.
    Sustainability and Complience: Integrating a BMS helps Palacio de Gobernador meet sustainability goals by reducing energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. It also ensures compliance with energy efficiency standards and environmental regulations.
Integrating a BMS with the existing HVAC system in Palacio de Gobernador will enhance building performance, energy efficiency, and occupant comfort. With real-time data, centralized control, and predictive maintenance features, the system will not only optimize HVAC operations but also contribute to long-term sustainability and cost savings.

Machine Upgrade from Hardwiring to PLC control in blow mold machine

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Converting a blow mold machine from traditional hardwiring to PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) control involves switching out the previous relay-based control system with a more advanced, automated PLC-based one.
In a hardwired system, each function and control mechanism (such as timers, sensors, and switches) is connected directly using physical cabling, which can make maintenance and system upgrades difficult. By converting to a PLC-based control system, a programmable logic controller manages the entire machine's operations, centralizing and automating control functions using software logic.
Benefits
    1. Improved Operation Efficiency
    Faster Processing: A PLC can execute multiple commands and control numerous processes simultaneously, improving overall machine performance compared to hardwired systems where each control function operates independently.
    Optimized Process Control: The blow molding process, including heating, extrusion, blowing, cooling, and ejection, can be better coordinated using PLCs, reducing cycle times and enhancing production throughput.
    2. Flexibility and Programmability
    Easy Configuration: With a PLC system, any change in the blow mold machine’s operation (Changing to Single or Double Extruder Operation & Manual - Auto Operation ) can be done through software reprogramming. In a hardwired system, such changes would require extensive rewiring, making PLCs much more adaptable to evolving production needs.
    Customizable Programs: Multiple production recipes can be stored within the PLC, allowing for quick switching between different mold designs, materials, or operational parameters.
    3. Reduced Maintenance and Troubleshooting
    Simplified Diagnostic: PLCs are equipped with diagnostic and fault detection capabilities. This means that operators can quickly identify issues via alarms or system logs, significantly reducing the time required for troubleshooting compared to hardwired systems, where pinpointing faults can be more labor-intensive.
    Less Physical Wear: Hardwired systems rely on physical relays, switches, and mechanical parts that can wear out over time. PLCs use solid-state electronics, which last longer and reduce the need for regular part replacement, minimizing machine downtime.
    4. Increased Accuracy and Precision:
    Consistent Product Quality: The PLC's ability to precisely control variables like extrusion pressure, air flow, cooling times, and mold closing force ensures uniformity in product quality, reducing defects like improper wall thickness or incomplete molding.
    Real-Time Adjustment: PLCs can adjust operational parameters on the fly based on real-time data from sensors, enabling more responsive control over the blow molding process and increasing the machine’s accuracy.
    Reduced Downtime:
    Quick Changeovers: With a PLC, changes in product design or operational settings can be implemented faster, reducing downtime during machine setup or retooling.
    Remote Monitoring and Control: Some PLC systems can be monitored and adjusted remotely, enabling quick responses to any issues without needing on-site intervention.
The upgraded blow mold machine from hardwired to PLC control brought numerous advantages, this includes increased production efficiency, better product quality, energy savings, and enhanced flexibility. It enabled the machine to have more precise control in the whole process leading to reduced downtime and maintenance costs.

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