Data and information handling are playing an increasing role in today’s automation systems. Production and quality managers realize that with timely process information they can make more informed decisions regarding their manufacturing processes. Kruse Controls, Inc. can provide database design and development services to allow automation related information to be stored in logical and efficient relational database formats. Once in a relational database table, the data can be easily accessed and analyzed using common off-the-shelf software products.

Along with the increased data collection capabilities of a modern automation system comes the need to provide timely and meaningful reports of the data. Kruse Controls, Inc. can provide scheduled or event triggered reports tailored to the customer’s needs. The reports can be printed or emailed. If emailed, they can be automatically sent to any number of recipients.

With the increased popularity of web browsers comes the desire for “web-enabled” data. Kruse Controls, Inc. can make real-time and historical process data available via the Internet and a web browser. The data can be in either raw format or packaged in a report. Kruse Controls, Inc. can allow a manager with Internet access and the proper security clearances to view their process information using only a web browser.

Kruse Controls, Inc. created a separate division, Datability (see www.datability.biz), to focus on database design and development. Allow Kruse Controls, Inc. and Datability to help you with all your data collection and handling requirements.

Project Examples

Control System for aluminum web anodizing line with database server interface

SUMMARY:
The anodizing line uses a programmable logic controller (PLC) and a human machine interface workstation (HMI) for process control. A Microsoft SQL Server database was used for production setup and process information storage.

Control System for three aluminum web coating lines with common database server

SUMMARY:
The anodizing line uses a programmable logic controller (PLC) and a human machine interface workstation (HMI) for process control. A Microsoft SQL Server database was used for production setup and process information storage.

Downtime Collection and Reporting System for Juice Line

SUMMARY:
Developed HMI and Visual Basic front end to create real-time networked display of Juice Line status as well as automatically collect actual downtime reasons with time stamp.

Custom alarm analysis system for human machine interface (HMI) software package

SUMMARY:
Developed a Microsoft VisualBasic application to allow a user to query process alarm information inserted into a Microsoft SQL Server database from an off the shelf HMI software package and generate historical analysis reports.

Automation of production ticket generation and Tracking for a vending machine manufacturer with an Interface to their ERP System

SUMMARY:
Developed a Microsoft Visual Basic application to automatically generate barcoded production tickets from daily production schedules. Developed a Visual Basic application to update the ERP records by receiving scanned barcode information upon completion of the vending machine manufacture and quality test.

Development of an OPC I/O Server for Communication of a human machine interface (HMI) to a programmable logic controller (PLC)

SUMMARY:
Used Microsoft Visual C++ to develop an OPC I/O server for communication between an HMI and a PLC.

Designed and Developed a Data Acquisition System for Monitoring the Perimeter of a missile production facility in Russia as Mandated by the START Treaty

SUMMARY:
The system utilized Allen-Bradley PLCs to monitor numerous vehicle sensors, motion sensors, guard gates, traffic lights, etc.

Subcontracted by Techno-Sciences, Inc. to Provide SCADA System Development Support

SUMMARY:
The Mint SCADA System is composed of two data acquisition servers (both running Wonderware IndustrialSQL Server) located in Philadelphia, PA and Denver, CO, which are responsible for collecting all of the production data from over 100 presses and numerous supporting equipment.