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automation projects. Overhauling aging SCADA systems can leave engineers with a significant programming burden. This is particularly challenging as the industry continues to struggle with skills shortages. However, good systems are capable of removing the need for complex programming. The product philosophy of COPA-DATA’s zenon, as an example, is to set parameters instead of programming. In practice, this means an extensive library of pre-designed static and dynamic elements and symbols. This means that no prior knowledge of programming is needed and projects can be created via clicking instead of coding - in comparison to an engineer having to write tens of thousands of lines of code. This can result in significantly less downtime for a manufacturer switching its system and crucially, a reduced need for investment, recruitment and training resources for the engineering team. This ease-of-use is crucial for a next generation SCADA to be implemented in an Industry 4.0 project. Frankly, the only good digital tools you will invest in, are the ones you will actually use.
SCADA FOR INDUSTRY 4.0
There is no doubt that Industry 4.0 is transforming the way manufacturers operate, but it is also transforming how SCADA systems work, and what businesses should expect from them. Long gone are the days when straightforward data capture is enough. To fulfil Industry 4.0 goals, SCADA systems must be much more advanced.
COPA-DATA took the decision to move away from using heavily the terminology SCADA for its solutions five years ago. The zenon software platform had developed into a far more advanced tool for data capture, visualisation,
analysis and reporting. For manufacturers with Industry 4.0 goals, a platform with this level of comprehension is necessary.
COPA-DATA
www.copadata.com
CHELL LAUNCH INTEGRATED QUICK DISCONNECT FOR MICRODAQ3-64
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hell Instruments has unveiled the newest development in its range of pressure scanners – the Quick Disconnect Option for the microDAQ3-64.
Chell’s quick disconnect allows testing systems to be unattached from the microDAQ3-64 pressure scanner without having to cut and replace the tubes. “The combination of our market-leading pressure scanner and our Quick Disconnect Option further saves time. Not only do you have the versatility of our microDAQ3-64 but now you can directly disconnect distinct tubing sets in a single action,” says Nick Broadley, managing director at Chell Instruments. Chell created its versatile connection system to make it much quicker and simpler to disconnect and reconnect the testing tubing to speed up installation and reconfiguration. Now, the Quick Disconnect Option for the microDAQ3-64 features a tubulation plate which is the only component which needs to be disconnected.
“It seemed natural to create a quick disconnect that integrated straight onto the microDAQ3-64. It reduces our customers costs and speeds up their process when installing and reconfiguring their pressure testing systems,” adds Broadley.
Chell’s pioneering connection solution, has saved time and reduced costs for the R&D of aircraft jet engines.
The Quick
Disconnect Option is available for both the valved and non-valved versions of the microDAQ3-64. It features a removable tubulation plate which can be easily exchanged, meaning the scanner can be moved between distinct tubing sets. The microDAQ3-64 makes use of highly accurate transducers, which are combined with
both a pressure and temperature 24-bit ADC, to provide precise measurement and almost entirely compensate for thermal effects. North Walsham-based Chell Instruments has been providing pressure, vacuum and gas flow measurement equipment for over 40 years. The company’s technology is used within a variety of sectors, including aerospace, pharmaceuticals, energy and motorsport. “We’re very proud of the products our Norfolk-based team engineer. Our customers often lead their industries and accuracy is
everything to them. As our instruments are designed by engineers for engineers, customers know they’re getting the performance they depend on,” concludes Broadley.
Chell Instruments
www.chell.co.uk
September 2023 Instrumentation Monthly
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