Regardless of project scope, we always make sure to facilitate a seamless process for our customers, whether that is direct customers, contractors, or end-users. In this project summary, our ICAD engineers worked with a mechanical process contractor and a seed technology solutions company, as the end-user, to design and install a seed processing line. ICAD used the contractor’s detailed design and process description to create a control design & network for a fully functioning seed processing line.
Project Details:
Scope of Work
- Provide control panels, associated programming, and selected instrumentation based on customer specifications and the Piping & Instrumentation Diagram (P&ID).
- On-site commissioning with mechanical process contractor for a harmonious start-up process.
Collaboration
- The mechanical process contractor supplied and installed equipment (Centricoater, Glycol Chiller, Dryer).
- ICAD (the integrator) handled field devices and controls integration & programming.
Materials Provided
- Motor Control Panel-101 with NEMA 12 Fans for temperature control.
- Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)-Siemens S7-1500.
- Operator Station (Win CC HMI).
Field Devices & Instrumentation:
- Level Sensors (3)
- Motion Detectors (12)
- Plug Switches (2)
- Flow Totalizer (1)
- Alarm (1)
- Start/Stop Pushbutton Stations (3)
- Proximity Switches (12)
- Thermocouple Probes with Thermowells (18)
- Pressure Transmitters (8)
- Differential Pressure Transmitters (2)
Total Signals:
- 89 Discrete Inputs
- 72 Discrete outputs
- 29 Analog inputs
Results
The collaborative approach displayed above bridges the gap between mechanical and control expertise. This results in successful seed processing line installations for the end-user. Mechanical contractors benefit from streamlined integration, risk reduction, and enhanced reputation. On the end-user side, they enjoy reliable performance and long-term support.
Let’s further explore the benefits of collaborating with ICAD as your go-to systems integrator.
Benefits for mechanical process contractors:
- Expertise and Collaboration:
- Collaborating with ICAD means we offer you innovative solutions and best practices due to our specialized automation and controls expertise.
- Efficient Integration:
- ICAD handles field devices and controls integration, this means mechanical contractors can focus on their core areas of expertise.
- Reduced Risk:
- Our commitment to “do things right the first time” means that we minimize errors and delays, this saves our customers from costly rework during installation and commissioning.
- Enhanced Reputation:
- Partnering with ICAD reflects positively on the contractor’s reputation as we deliver a well-integrated system to the end-user.
Benefits for end-users:
- Reliable System:
- End-user trusts ICAD’s expertise for a robust control system.
- We ensure there is a smooth and consistent operation.
- Optimized Performance:
- ICAD designs for efficiency, safety, and productivity.
- Reap the benefits of reduced downtime and increased throughput.
- Compliance and Documentation:
- ICAD ensures compliance with industry standards.
- Our detailed documentation facilitates maintenance and troubleshooting.
If this sounds like something you can benefit from, don’t hesitate to contact us! We tailor our solutions to your specific needs!