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We
provided a complete control system for this refurbished, AIDA 600 Tonne Stamping
press. It is a full-revolution press that has 5 modes of operation (Off,
Microinch, Inch, Single, and Continuous) and is capable of running with up to
four, dual-palm operator stations. Meeting the current CSA code for punch
presses (CAN/CSA-Z142-M90), we used dual, redundant Allen-Bradley SLC 5/03 PLCs
(AB Kit 6556 - SCBK). In addition to configuring the clutch/brake software
we also programmed for additional die monitoring and programmable limit
switches. The control system was integrated with an industrial PC
(programmed in VB and supplied by others) that provided a screen interface for
the operator. The controls also had to be integrated to a feeder/flattener
system that fed a continuous strip of material to the press when the press was
in continuous mode.
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