Factory Automation (Using Mitsubishi Fx3UC)

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FACTORY AUTOMATION

   

COURSE OBJECTIVE:

The scope of the whole course is the basic, intermediate and advance knowledge in the field of Factory Automation. In this course the student will learn the basic principle of pneumatics and electro-Pneumatics, Integrating electro-pneumatic components to a controller, Programmable Logic controller basic concept and principle such as hardwiring an AC/DC input/Output, programming basic and advance controller (Fx3u Mitsubishi PLC), Networking of PLC via Rs485 communication, basic parameter setup of Variable frequency drive (Siemens MM420) and servo driver for linear motion and SCADA Visualization using Wonder ware intouch.

WHAT IS AUTOMATION?

Automation is the further development of an existing  mechanization and rationalization processes.

WHY AUTOMATE?

The word “automation” identifies a technical development which is seemingly unstoppable. Automation will certainly continue to stride forward, since there are three powerful arguments in its favor.

WHAT ARE THE EFFECTS OF AUTOMATION ON HUMAN BEINGS?

Automation means radical change in the workforce structure, both quantitatively and qualitatively. Frequently, a change in emphasis occurs from physical work to mental work, from unskilled to highly skilled work.

Thus, by Automation we can achieve the following:

  • Lightening the workload

      Automation creates the possibility of freeing human beings from heavy or dangerous work

  • Quality Assurance

      Automation facilitates better quality standard products. Using the technical means available today, we are able  to control complex work sequence with great precision.

  • Safeguarding productivity

      The goods manufactured by individual must assert themselves on the market against international competition which enjoys a more favorable cost structure. This is possible only if the goods are at least equal in price and quality to the competitors  products.  Automation makes it possible not only to   reduce costs but also to make production facilities flexible and adaptable.

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