Mixing Plant PLC System
- IoT card: Huawei-4G
- PLC controller: Siemens SMART ST60
- Switching Mode Power Supply: AC220V-DC24V
- Centralized Control: The upper computer manages the overall system.
- PLC-Based Automation: Lower computer PLC controls and monitors the mixing process.
- Integrated Process: Automation from batching measurement to discharge production.
Bincen’s Mixing Plant PLC System is a powerful and versatile tool designed to streamline and optimize ingredient mixing processes. With its advanced features and user-friendly interface, this system offers a comprehensive solution for precise control and efficient production.
Features of Mixing Plant PLC System
Key Features
- Centralized Control: A work control computer controls multiple batching scales and silos using a multifunctional weighing manager.
- Precision Control: PLC controls equipment actions, and frequency converters ensure accurate ingredient dosing.
- Simplified Wiring: 232 bus simplifies wiring between instruments and computers.
- Versatile Batching: Accommodates various raw materials (powders, liquids) with different scale types.
- Network Integration: Connects to local area networks for data sharing and control.
System Functions
- Batching Control: Automatic control of batching screw conveyors, scale feeder valves, mixers, and discharge.
- Formula Management: Input and modification of formulas.
- Process Parameter Control: Control of equipment related to ingredient mixing.
- Quantitative Packaging: Computer-controlled quantitative packaging.
Automation and Control
- Automated Processes: System automatically completes ingredient processes.
- Multiple Operation Modes: Offers manual/automatic, PLC automatic, control room manual, and on-site manual modes.
- Sequencing and Delay: Configurable start-up sequence and delay time for batching scales.
- Manual Feeding: On-site manual feeding prompts and responses.
- User Management: Password protection, hierarchical management, and defined personnel permissions.
- Visual Monitoring: Industrial television monitoring for equipment observation.
- Safety Interlocking: Prevents accidents during production, operation, and maintenance.
Information Technology
- Recipe Management: Upper computer stores and manages recipes.
- Data Storage: Stores cumulative quantity, ratio, start/end time for each run.
- Intelligent Reporting: Generates various reports for production management.
Overall, the mixing plant PLC system offers a comprehensive solution for automated ingredient control, featuring precision, flexibility, and advanced information technology.
Specification of Mixing Plant PLC System
| No. | Device Name | Control functions and electrical parameters | Unit | Quantity | Brand | Remarks |
| 1 | PLC weighing and batching control system | |||||
| 1.1 | Aggregate scale control | 4 belt conveyors, Motor 3.5kw/AC380V;3 silos belt conveyor feeding, Scale discharge: belt conveyor discharge+external belt conveyor of the scale | Set | 1 | Bincen | |
| 1.2 | External conveying equipment for aggregate scales | 1) 1 belt conveyor outside the scale (4.5kW), synchronously unloading with the aggregate scale (delayed closing);2) 1 winch (4.5kW) – buffer bucket lifting drive, the winch frame equipment is equipped with up and down travel switches; | Piece | 1 | Bincen | PLC controls the lifting/lowering of the external belt conveyor and winch buffer bucket of the scale; The lifting travel switch on the winch frame is sent to the PLC control cabinet, and the hardware automatically constrains the lifting control of the winch; |
| 1.3 | Cement scale control | 2 spiral 5.5kW feed (using 2 spiral controls and backup 1 spiral control); Scale unloading adopts: pneumatic unloading with pneumatic vibration; | Set | 1 | Customized | PLC control: 2-screw feeding; Scale bucket 1 pneumatic discharge; The weighing hopper contains pneumatic vibration control (synchronized with the unloading of the scale).Excluding feeding and unloading actuators.Top of cement silo: including top dust collector (manual); Bottom of cement silo: including pneumatic arch breaking (manual) |
| 1.4 | Water metering and control | Water metering and control method: DN32 electromagnetic flowmeter+pump and valve control | Set | 1 | Customized | Using electromagnetic flow meters for water intake control; Excluding pumps and valves; DN32 electromagnetic flowmeter: 1 unit (DN32, AC220V power supply, 4-20mA, RS485 MODBUS, ± 0.5% level). |
| 1.5 | Additive feed control | Additive measurement and control method: using peristaltic pump+PLC external start control. | Set | 1 | Customized | Additive measurement and control method: using peristaltic pump+PLC external start control. The PLC system outputs an external start control signal (relay passive contact pulse signal) to start the peristaltic pump. The peristaltic pump adopts a timed control method to feed the admixture to the mixer, and the peristaltic pump automatically stops when the feeding time is up. The required dose is manually indicated and operated by the external peristaltic pump equipment itself |
| 1.6 | Mixer control | Cylinder door discharge | Set | 1 | Customized | PLC control reference logic:1) The mixer has no material, allowing the scale to unload the material; After the scale is unloaded to the mixer, it is placed in a concrete state;2) After the unloading of the 2 scales is completed, and the water and additives are added, start stirring at a fixed time. When the stirring time is up, let it mix well;3) After mixing, it is allowed to unload the concrete;4) Mixer discharge: automatic/manual selection |
| 2 | 2 spiral 5.5kW feed (using 2 spiral controls and backup 1 spiral control); Scale unloading adopts pneumatic unloading with pneumatic vibration; | Equipped with a 4G IoT card, it can be remotely upgraded and debugged; | ||||
| 2.1 | Switching Mode Power Supply | AC220V-DC24V | Piece | 2 | Customized | |
| 2.2 | PLC controller | Siemens SMART ST60 | Piece | 1 | Siemens | |
| 2.3 | RS485 communication module | Piece | 1 | |||
| 2.4 | 10 inch touch screen | B10S-G | Piece | 1 | haiwei | |
| 2.5 | IoT card | haiwei-4G | Piece | 1 | haiwei | |
| 2.5 | Industrial Ethernet network cable inside the cabinet | Category 6 Ethernet cable/3M | Piece | 1 | ||
| 2.6 | Electrical control console or vertical control cabinet | Vertical cabinet or customized operation platform, equipped with PLC, weighing transmitter, touch screen, low-voltage electrical, etc. | Set | 1 | Customized | |
Control System Composition Configuration
| No. | Project | Specifications | Remarks |
| 1 | Upper computer | Industrial computer | Install Siemens WinCC monitoring configuration software on the upper industrial computer to achieve visual monitoring of the production process of commercial concrete mixing |
| liquid crystal display | |||
| Monitoring and management software | |||
| Needle printer | |||
| 2 | Operation console | Central controller | The lower level Siemens PLC receives commands from the upper level industrial control computer, automatically and continuously controls the measurement of various materials according to the set formula, and automatically controls batching, feeding, mixing, and discharging. |
| Expansion module | |||
| Weight signal transmission | |||
| Color touch screen display | |||
| Low voltage auxiliary electrical appliances | |||
| 3 | Power cabinet | All-in-one machine |
How to Install the Mixing Plant PLC System
- Our products are built for easy installation. The modular design and pre-integrated systems mean no heavy lifting equipment is required, minimizing installation costs and labor.
- We are committed to your satisfaction beyond installation. Our complete technical service system provides you with expert advice, installation guidance, and ongoing after-sales support. While we can’t offer on-site service in your area, we provide thorough video guides and remote assistance for a smooth installation process.
Why Choose Us?
Core Products and Services
- Manufacturing: Electronic scales, ingredient controllers, instrumentation, and complete automation systems.
- Applications: Supporting construction machinery manufacturers.
- Services: Customized, ODM, and OEM.
Key Features
- Precision and reliability: Weighing and batching controllers with precise algorithms and consistent performance.
- Quality and credibility: International-grade industrial automation control and testing equipment.
- Comprehensive support: Professional pre-sales, on-site installation, and post-sales maintenance services.
Certifications and Guarantees
- CE certification: Adherence to European standards.
- Warranty: Repair or replacement of damaged accessories within the warranty period.
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