Bourbon Barrel Conveyor Safety
Increased uptime achieved by migrating from an antiquated hardwire solution to a programmable safety controller-based system.
Overview:
We worked with WireCrafters to design a new safety fence configuration based upon the customer requirements. Designed / built / installed a new control system to monitor the new safety devices, re-control the Hydraulic Power Unit, and integrate antiquated hardwire controls.
At-A-Glance:
| Industry: | Distilled Spirits |
|---|---|
| Location: | Louisville, KY |
The Client's Challenge
- Personnel Safety
- Complex troubleshooting
The OPUS Solution
Installed new safety fence configuration provided by WireCrafters:
- Design / Build / Install new control panel
- Compact GuardLogix 5380 Controller and I/O
- OptixPanel for enhanced control / diagnostics
- PowerFlex 525 VFD with Safe Torque Off functionality to re-control Hydraulic Power Unit
- Integrated existing hardwire controls into new control system
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