This paper highlights the issues associated with selecting the appropriate control system for glass-making applications. It reviews the benefits of using PLC-based control systems and flexible, operator interfaces on personal computers. The benefits of integration are explained with particular emphasis on the planning process prior to integration. Finally, the process of identifying the information and communication requirements of each production process and the entire manufacturing operations are reviewed.
Origin
Boc Gases, Ohio, Usa
Journal Title
Xvii Int Cong Glass Beijing, October 1995, Vol 6 57-62
Sector
General
Class
G 1782