Abstract
This paper presents a PC-based automated control system operation of the Northern Grain Silo of Jordan. The system connects to a PLC (programmable logic controller) device, and combines operator interface, PLC programming and monitoring functions into one platform. The PLC portion handles direct operations control, while the PC portion handles interfacing and data intensive functions. A simulation package is developed. The package generates a graphical user interface for real-time graphic animations of the Grain Silo operation. We discuss anticipated benefits of such a system and phases of implementation.
Highlights
Programmable logic controller (PLC) has long been a major technology of automation in the industrial control market
This paper presents a personal computer (PC)-based automated control system operation of the Northern Grain Silo of Jordan
The system connects to a PLC device, and combines operator interface, PLC programming and monitoring functions into one platform
Summary
Programmable logic controller (PLC) has long been a major technology of automation in the industrial control market. The northern grain silo of Jordan is in the process of moving towards a PC-based control environment to meet expanding market and administrative requirements in an era of information technology. This paper presents a design framework of a PC-based automated control system for the Northern Grain Silo of Jordan. The system connects to a PLC (programmable logic controller) device, and combines operator interface, PLC programming and monitoring functions into one platform. The package generates a graphical user interface for PLC programming and provides real-time animations of the Grain Silo operation. The package runs a small-scale grain silo operating on a basis of PLC automation. It shows graphics of storage cells, conveyer belts, operation sequencing, and grain distribution.
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