Plant Automation

Plant Automation Tamworth

Industrial Automation Services

As experts in plant automation and control systems, A & J Electrical Contractors in Tamworth works across a range of industries including manufacturing and food processing plants, and we currently provide services to national customers such as Teys Australia, Thomas Foods International and Baiada Poultry.

Our senior programmer is an accredited Rockwell Authorised systems developer, available on a contract basis to the electrical contracting industry, and can provide expert assistance when a general contractor may wish to perform a contract that may ordinarily be outside their scope, and/or does not wish to employ a full-time programmer.

By utilising Rockwell Automation Logix technology we can offer a unique approach by using one control platform using a common control engine and development environment. Some of the many benefits and advantages gained by using this standardised approach to automating your plant include:

One control engine with complete functionality.
One development environment with complete functionality.
Convergence of process, batch, discrete, drives, safety and motion into one automation discipline.
Reduced development costs.
Reduced maintenance and downtime costs.
Reduced electrical design time.
Reduced build time.
Reduced installation time.

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HMI/SCADA

As recognised Rockwell Automation systems developers (Allen Bradley) we have vast experience from FactoryTalk (RS) View (SE / ME), and we can undertake SCADA version upgrades and SCADA platform conversions. Our programming capabilities include the following products:

RS View SE/ME
RS View 32
Panel Builder 32
Wonderware
Citect
Panel View Plus HMI
Panel View HMI
VersaView Industrial Computers

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PLC Programming

As recognized Rockwell Automation systems developers (Allen Bradley) we have vast experience from microcontrollers to plant wide multi processor applications. We also offer PLC upgrading using specific migration software to minimise plant downtime and re-coding of existing programs, so that our clients can truly benefit from a new control platform with modern capabilities, reliability and features at reduced installation costs.

Our programming capabilities include the following products:

Allen-Bradley - ControlLogix, CompactLogix, GuardLogix and MicroLogix
GE Fanuc, Omron, Hitachi
Pilz PSS Safety PLC
PID Loop tuning and optimisation through software tools
Communication Networks, Ethernet, DeviceNet and ControlNet

Frequently Asked Questions

How does PLC programming help in plant automation?

PLC plays a very important role when it comes to plant automation. PLCs carry out several functions, including monitoring and control actions. PLC recognises the input via I/O modules, processes it through CPU and gives an output based on the information.
How are modular PLCs different from fixed PLCs?

Modular PLCs have separate slots for its components, such as I/O modules and power supply. On the other hand, fixed PLCs have processors with a built-in I/O module and power supply. Modular PLCs also allow users to select either the I/O module or the power supply, depending on what is needed at the moment.
How does plant automation benefit manufacturing businesses?

Plant automation makes it possible for businesses to be more efficient in terms of production while also maintaining, if not improving, its cost effectiveness. Automation leaves very little room for human error, which makes things easier in terms of quality control.