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Objective:
Provide the owners of a large metal recycler and shredding operation with supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) system. The objectives of the system were to monitor production tonnages, energy usage, and machinery utilization, to generate daily reports and assure that environmental objectives are met
Action:
This has been an ongoing project that has been developed and expanded over many years. It has included upgrading of the existing equipment, including two – 3000HP shredders, to provide the PLC based connectivity required. A fiber optic communications network was installed due to frequent lighting strikes. Custom reporting and history software were developed for this specific application and the recycling industry requirements.
Outcome:
We have developed a long term strategy with our customer to continue to expand and enhance the SCADA system as his facility continues to grow and as newer technologies become available.
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