Automation for Concrete Paver, Block and Kerb Machines

When developing control software, we identify the machine equipment and the conditions for moving between production steps. This includes when feeding starts, what completes the pressing step and how the product moves to the next stage. The machine's mechanical arrangement and field signals define the software scope.

The operator follows the current machine stage on the HMI screen. Production sequence, equipment status and alarm descriptions are displayed. Screen design considers both the machine flow and the points where the operator needs to intervene.

We develop the machine program to suit the plant requirements and existing equipment arrangement.

• PLC management of raw material feeding, pressing and conveying.
• Defining the operating conditions between production steps.
• Monitoring machine status and alarm information through the HMI.

We organise production machine settings within a recipe structure. The parameters included in recipes are determined by the existing equipment and production sequence. The values the operator can view and change are also part of the screen design. Recipe functions in the quotation are thus explicitly matched to the settings used on the machine.

Live operation is monitored by displaying information such as production count and process time. The data and record details included in reports are defined during project design. Sharing examples of the reports the business needs at the outset also clarifies the information to be accessed from a phone or computer.

Before a retrofit, we examine existing PLC/HMI details, electrical drawings, panel connections and field equipment. We assess software updates, screen upgrades and panel changes separately. This review determines whether existing hardware can be used; required hardware and wiring work is included in the quotation scope.

• Updating the PLC program and operating sequence.
• Upgrading HMI/SCADA screens and alarm descriptions.
• Automation panel checks, connection checks and cable tests.
• Checking production steps during commissioning.

We provide machine status monitoring, access to control functions and report access from a phone or computer. The accessible screens and available commands are defined according to the machine infrastructure and business requirements.

When the customer provides internet access, we establish a technical service connection through the customer's computer or a remote access device. This connection is used to review software, parameters and alarm information. Work requiring on-site measurements, connection checks or physical intervention is identified in the technical assessment.

Engineering considers the equipment list, production sequence, panel requirements and screens together. PLC/HMI program backups, electrical drawings, an operating manual and operator training are included in our standard handover. Training focuses on using recipe screens, monitoring production and reading alarm information.

Can only the software of an existing paver machine be upgraded?

We define the required changes according to the condition of the existing PLC, HMI, panel and field equipment. Software or screen changes may be sufficient for some retrofits; the review identifies work requiring hardware and wiring changes.

What information is needed for a paver machine automation quotation?

Share the machine operating sequence, equipment list, plant location and requested changes. For an existing system, PLC/HMI details, panel photographs and electrical drawings, along with expected reports and any planned production shutdown, help with the assessment.