🚀 Project Update! 🚀
Once is good, but twice is even better! We’ve already modernised one machine for our valued customer, and now we’ve done it again, continuing to drive their operations forward.
Previously, we upgraded their obsolete Siemens Servo Drives and SLC 500—Rockwell platform with Allen Bradley Kinetix Servo Drives using CIP Safety protocol over Ethernet IP. This time, we had the opportunity to replace their old, unsupported Allen Bradley SLC500 PLC with a new, state-of-the-art Allen Bradley 1756-L83ES ControlLogix PLC. This upgrade not only ensures better performance and reliability but also positions them for future growth and technological advancements.
Additionally, we updated their safety system by transitioning from traditional contactors to a modern safety PLC. The machine was assessed and upgraded to Performance Level D (PLd), and all necessary safety documentation was enhanced accordingly. The safety devices on the machine were replaced with modern equivalents and re-wired to new safety IO – local to the machine. This enhancement significantly boosts their safety standards, ensuring a more secure and efficient operational environment.
Why update redundant equipment? Upgrading outdated systems can lead to:
Increased Reliability: Modern equipment reduces the risk of unexpected failures.
Enhanced Performance: Newer technology often provides faster and more efficient operations.
Support and Maintenance: Updated equipment is easier to maintain and is supported by the manufacturer.
Safety Improvements: Modern safety systems are more advanced and compliant with current regulations.
Future-Proofing: Up-to-date technology ensures your operations are ready for future innovations and expansions.
Information: CIP Safety is an acronym for “Common Industrial Protocol,” designed to provide failsafe communication among various nodes in a safety network, such as a safety PLC, safety light curtain, and safety door switch. This protocol ensures reliable communication and integration within the network.
