Industrial Automation and Drives

With the rapid advancement of technology, manufacturing systems have also become significantly more advanced and complex. To produce high-quality products and meet standard production guidelines, manufacturing systems must be equipped with intelligent monitoring systems that can assess the quality of even the smallest components without human intervention or error. These systems should be capable of guiding the production line to ensure consistent product quality.

Achieving this goal requires the use of computer-controlled electrical systems. At NiroAfza Electrical Engineering, we closely follow developments in industrial automation and its components—such as drives and various types of precision motors—and apply them in the design and implementation of control systems for production lines and industrial processes.

PLC and HMI

One of the oldest and most reliable systems in industrial automation is Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and Human-Machine Interfaces (HMIs). PLCs are essentially programmable industrial computers that, through defining and modifying their programs, can offer extensive control and monitoring capabilities. Well-known industrial electrical brands around the world produce these products according to international standards, and in most cases, the communication protocols between different brands are also compatible. As a result, they offer high flexibility during both system design and troubleshooting. Another important part is the touch or button-based panels that connect to the PLCs, allowing users to input system data and configure production settings. HMIs are also available from various brands and offer highly flexible communication capabilities to users.

Variable Frequency Drive (VFD)

Motor-driven loads make up a significant portion of both industrial and residential electrical consumption. One of the ongoing challenges for electrical engineers has been controlling the speed and other characteristics of motors, such as torque. To achieve this level of flexibility in motor control, various types of motors have been designed and developed over the years.

In the past, DC motors were considered the most controllable in terms of speed, but due to their high cost and complex maintenance requirements, they have largely fallen out of use. Today, the most commonly used motors are asynchronous AC motors. By using variable frequency drives (VFDs) that adjust the voltage and frequency supplied to the motor, it's now possible to achieve highly precise control over these motors' operational parameters.

Control of Precision Instrumentation Motors

In many industries, it is common for the movement of shafts in the production process to require extremely precise and delicate control. To achieve this high level of accuracy, computer-controlled motors are used to manage axis movements across various industrial applications. Stepper motors and servo motors are widely used for this purpose.

Dedicated Controllers

In some industries, it is more practical to use proprietary control systems developed by leading domestic companies, rather than relying on global systems that follow standardized protocols. This is especially true for specific or common industrial processes. For example, in the control of drives and motors in multi-pump booster systems, it's often more effective to use a system that offers a simpler user interface and more accessible maintenance and support services, rather than one that is complex for the end user. At NiroAfza Electrical Engineering, we work with a wide range of specialized controllers from well-known brands, enabling us to offer advanced control capabilities tailored to the needs of clients who use these systems.