Manual deburring at Welas factory – time consuming task
Welas: “Manual deburring can be a time consuming and monotonous task, imagine the patience it takes to precisely deburr small tubes. Our workers pour their hearts into each step of the deburring process, ensuring that every piece meets the highest standards”
PLC – what is that for ?
Why are PLCs such a big deal? Picture this: in manufacturing, PLCs are the wizards making sure machines work together seamlessly. From simple tasks like turning things on and off to more complex maneuvers, these devices keep the show running smoothly.
But hold on, it’s not just about factories and production lines. PLCs are like the multitasking superheroes that pop up in unexpected places, like energy, water treatment, and transportation. Take the automotive industry, for example. PLCs play a starring role in controlling robots, conveyor belts, and assembly lines. The result? Faster, more efficient production that slashes manufacturing costs.
Energy plants? Yup, they’re in on the PLC action too. These smart controllers manage complex processes, ensuring power plants run like well-oiled machines. And that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Think water treatment facilities, where PLCs work their magic to ensure clean water flows reliably to our taps.
In the heart of a small-town, Joe, the head brewer, discovered an unsung hero in the form of a Programmable Logic Controller (PLC). Faced with the challenge of maintaining the perfect brewing conditions for a signature craft beer, Joe harnessed the power of the PLC to become the brewery’s guardian of flavor. Setting precise parameters for temperature and bottling, Joe transformed into a modern-day alchemist, ensuring each batch resonated with the brewery’s distinctive taste. With the PLC as his sidekick, Joe not only brewed exceptional beer but also elevated himself to the status of a local legend, crafting ales that told a tale of human ingenuity merging seamlessly with technological prowess.
Why do we need data from industrial process?
Meet Jake, a passionate brewmaster at his family’s brewery. Eager to ensure a smooth brewing process, Jake decided to trust the automated cooler to regulate the temperature over the weekend. Excitedly, he embarked on a brief getaway, anticipating returning to a perfectly brewed batch.
Unfortunately, upon his return, Jake was met with a heart-wrenching sight—the automated cooler had malfunctioned, subjecting the entire batch of beer to unfavorable conditions. The carefully crafted concoction had turned sour, rendering it undrinkable.
In the aftermath, Jake realized the importance of real-time data monitoring. Had he received instant alerts about the cooler malfunction, he could have salvaged the situation before the entire batch was ruined. This experience prompted Jake to invest in a more advanced monitoring system, ensuring that the lessons learned from that fateful weekend would become the catalyst for a more resilient and data-driven brewing process. From that point forward, Jake’s brewery not only produced exceptional beer but also stood as a testament to the transformative power of proactive data management in the art of brewing.
How to crosscheck efficiency of your chiller (cooling system)
How to determine how much power do I need for chiller in fermentation process?
It is often seen that breweries struggle with keeping temperature on certain level. What is more, the time for reaching setpoint which a brewmaste adjusts according to fermentation phase.
How to determine bottleneck in a brewery
Bottleneck is any point where the demand exceeds the capacity, causing delays, waste, or errors.
In breweries these points can be seen in cooling systems. For example, how to find out if our equipment is properly designed for our purpuse.
Solution: The implementation of IoT-enabled fermentation tanks revolutionized the brewery’s operations. These smart tanks were equipped with sensors to monitor temperature, pressure, and yeast levels in real-time. Automated control systems adjusted conditions as needed, optimizing the fermentation process. This not only increased the overall brewing capacity but also allowed brewers to focus on recipe development and quality control, enhancing the brewery’s product offerings.
In this brewery scenario, embracing Industry 4.0 technologies and automation in the fermentation process addressed a critical bottleneck, leading to increased efficiency, scalability, and improved product quality.
Manual Sorting Process
Example 1: Manual Sorting Process
Bottleneck: In a bustling electronics assembly line, a manual sorting process was causing a bottleneck. Skilled workers were spending a significant amount of time sorting intricate components, slowing down the entire production cycle.
Solution: The introduction of a computer vision system powered by artificial intelligence (AI) transformed the sorting process. Cameras equipped with AI algorithms identified and sorted components at incredible speed, surpassing the capacity of manual labor. This not only eliminated the bottleneck but also enhanced accuracy, leading to a smoother production flow.
How to change IP address in TIA Portal with several devices on the same local network
It is often that we have a PLC with software and configuration already in it and we want to use the same PLC without changing it’s configuration. IMPORTANT TO CONNECT THE SIEMENS PLC DIRECTLY TO YOUR COMPUTER!
- First we need to set our ethernet ip port which is connected to the PLC as DHCP in WIndows (Automatic assign)
- In TIA Portal: When creating a new project, go to “Add new device” then select as in the picture bellow and click ok:
3. click detect
4. Start Search
5. click on the plc that was detected and click “Detect” button
6. In the Device configuration you can change the IP address for your local network, then compile — rebuild Hardware
7. Select Download — Hardware Configuration
8. “Start Search”, click on the online PLC and “Load”
9. Accept as Trusted, Accept your IP address, Finish
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