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  Process Control Eengineering

  Trainer For Field Bus Applications

  Field bus technology plays a key role in modern-day process automation. The field bus permits networking of terminal devices such as controllers, sensors or actuators in the plant system (field level) with the higher-level control room (control level). A network of this kind can be quite extensive; line lengths of as much as 1000 metres and more are possible.This benchtop trainer is used to teach the initial basic steps in field bus technology based on the example of Profibus DP. Various terminal devices (slaves) are activated and read by a PC with a Profibus DP interface (master). The required hardware is largely pre-configured. Students are able to concentrate on the software programming of the field bus system. The following specific topics can be covered: System configurator with DMF (Device Master File), bus topology, communication protocols, tags, OPC (OLE forProcess Control) server, input and output of process data, and much more. The unit includes a digital process controller as well as analogue and digital input and output modules with a Profibus DP interface. Two potentiometers permit the simulation of input signals for the controllers. A digital voltmeter displays the output signals. Digital signals are generated by switches and displayed by LEDs. The controlled variable, manipulating variable and reference variable data are delivered as standard signals at lab jacks, enabling the controllers to be incorporated into real processes at any time. Clearly structured instructional material outlines the fundamentals and provides a step-by-step guide through the exercises.

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  Process Control Eengineering

  Trainer For Industrial Controllers

  This trainer familiarises students with the operation and function of a state-of-the-art industrial process controller. The controller has freely accessible inputs and outputs. Defined input levels and step signals can be produced with a signal generator. A digital voltmeter is used to measure the input and output signals. A simple first order lag is simulated to allow the response and stability of a closed control loop to be investigated. All signals are accessible via lab jacks so a standard x/y plotter or line recorder can be used. It is also possible to control external system models with this controller. As well as manual configuration and parameter setting with keys, the controller can be configured (configuration software supplied) from a PC over an RS232 interface. Clearly structured instructional material sets out the fundamentals and provides a step-by-step guide through the exercises.

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  Process Control Eengineering

  Training System Level Control

  This compact teaching / training unit offers every opportunity to learn the fundamentals of process control through experimentation on a level control system. The experimentation set-up is mounted in a solid housing which also accommodates all the electronics. The transparent process tank is fed from the storage tank with the aid of a speed-controlled pump. The liquid level is measured using a pressure transducer. The transducer output signal is sent to the software controller. The controller’s output signal influences the speed of the pump motor and therefore delivery flow rate. To investigate the influence of disturbance variables, an electromagnetic proportional valve in the tank outlet can be activated by the software. The powerful state-of-the-art software is an integral part of the training system, embodying the principle of hardware/software integration (HSI). It enables the experiments to be conducted and evaluated in a user-friendly manner. The software has network capability. The link between the training system and the PC is made via a USB port. The clearly structured instructional material sets out the technological fundamentals and provides a step-by-step guide through the experiments.

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  Process Control Eengineering

  PH – Value Control Trainer

  This teaching and training system provides a comprehensive experimental introduction to the fundamentals of process control using an example of temperature control. A circulating pump transfers water within a closed circuit. The flow of water can be regulated by a hand-operated valve. The loop also contains a screw-in heater, a heat exchanger with fan, and three integrated thermocouples for temperature measurement. Dead times can be represented by the use of different lengths of process delay. A thyristor power controller is used as the actuator. The controller used is a state-of-the-art digital industrial controller. It can be configured as a continuous or a switching device, and can activate the heater via the actuator and / or the fan. The controlled variable X and the manipulating variable Y are plotted directly on an integrated 2-channel line recorder. Alternatively, the variables can be tapped as analogue signals at lab jacks on the switch cabinet. This enables external recording equipment, such as an oscilloscope or a flatbed plotter, to be connected. A process control software is optionally available. The software permits the construction of a complete networked system comprising multiple trainers from the series. The key process variables can also be represented, and control functions executed.