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Concrete Batching System Automation Case Study

Custom automation solutions for reliable, efficient concrete batching operations.

Challenge

An entrepreneur was looking for an Integrator to help build a control system for new concrete batching system.

The customer needed Integrator to develop an Automated batching system for truck loading and unloading. The customer also needed an automated ticketing system to streamline paperwork and track inventory levels.

Services

Results

ICS was able to:

  • Work with the owner to come up with a fully automated control system.
  • Develop a control system using Rockwell Automation PLC.
  • Use Inductive Automation (Igntition) software for customer interface and for Automated Ticketing System.
  • Build a new outdoor rated control enclosures to go on customer mobile skid.
  • Work with Owners Mechanical and Electrical Group to startup system in less than 1-week.

Relevant Industries

Concrete →

Benefits:

  • Owner was successful on first prototype batch Plant.
  • Owner has sold additional batching Plants due to success.
  • Owner has an Automated control system that is easy to operate.
  • End customer had precise knowledge of inventory levels.
  • End customer throughput was increased compared to old manual systems.
  • End customer has less scrap materials.
  • End customers product is more stable (product does not setup prematurely).