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TPBX059-0317 www.conairgroup.com | [email protected] | 724 584 5500 CENTRAL LOADING CONTROLS4MODEL ELS High Capacity Resin Conveying Automation Older conventional controls place all of the brains and input/output capabilities required for conveying system operation in a box on the wall, and require long runs of multi-conductor cables to be extended to each receiver, pump and valve in the system. All of that changes with the ELS. This single-wire Ethernet- based loading system is fully distributed, completely flexible and scalable, and easy and cost-effective to install. The I/O modules, connected via industrial Ethernet, are added as needed and placed near conveying system components, eliminating hard wiring. Up to six compact touch screen panels can be placed anywhere. Dozens of independently operating conveying systems can be easily networked, viewed and controlled from multiple locations. Shared components, like back-up pumps, material purge valves can operate seamlessly with multiple vacuum systems, all controlled from a master conveying control system, as reliable as it is sophisticated. Fully Distributed Conveying System Control ` Fully distributed Ethernet integration Rock solid Allen-Bradley components are interconnected via industrial Ethernet. ` 10-inch color touchscreen The full color control provides easy navigation via internationally understood icons. A 15-inch screen is optional. Add up to five additional touchscreens, wherever you need them. ` Minimize wiring with modular components Allen-Bradley, ArmorBlocks and ArmorPoints are located where the work takes place, minimizing long runs of multi-conductor cables. Connections are easy plug and play. ` Choose your level of control Systems are available from A-B CompactLogix through A-B Control-Logix models with dual processors for hot swap, instantaneous backup capabilities. All the benefits of a unified conveying system control can now reach every receiver, pump and valve in your operation with the all new ELS, Ethernet Loading System Control from Conair. This fully distributed control system utilizes reliable Allen-Bradley components, interconnected via industrial Ethernet to provide control of up to 500 receivers, 96 pumps and over 1000 source valves. Simplified navigation using international icons on the large, touchscreen control panel will assure every authorized user is comfortable monitoring up to 90 independently operating conveying systems and making adjustments with little or no training. Model ELS

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TPBX059-0317

www.conairgroup.com | [email protected] | 724 584 5500

CENTRAL LOADING CONTROLS4MODEL ELS

High Capacity Resin Conveying Automation

Older conventional controls place all of the brains and input/output capabilities required for conveying system operation in a box on the wall, and require long runs of multi-conductor cables to be extended to each receiver, pump and valve in the system. All of that changes with the ELS. This single-wire Ethernet-based loading system is fully distributed, completely flexible and scalable, and easy and cost-effective to install. The I/O modules, connected via industrial Ethernet, are added as needed and placed near conveying system components, eliminating hard wiring. Up to six compact touch screen panels can be placed anywhere. Dozens of independently operating conveying systems can be easily networked, viewed and controlled from multiple locations.

Shared components, like back-up pumps, material purge valves can operate seamlessly with multiple vacuum systems, all controlled from a master conveying control system, as reliable as it is sophisticated.

Fully Distributed Conveying System Control

` Fully distributed Ethernet integration Rock solid Allen-Bradley components are interconnected via industrial Ethernet.

` 10-inch color touchscreen The full color control provides easy navigation via internationally understood icons. A 15-inch screen is optional. Add up to five additional touchscreens, wherever you need them.

` Minimize wiring with modular components Allen-Bradley, ArmorBlocks and ArmorPoints are located where the work takes place, minimizing long runs of multi-conductor cables. Connections are easy plug and play.

` Choose your level of control Systems are available from A-B CompactLogix through A-B Control-Logix models with dual processors for hot swap, instantaneous backup capabilities.

All the benefits of a unified conveying system control can now reach every receiver, pump and valve in your operation with the all new ELS, Ethernet Loading System Control from Conair. This fully distributed control system utilizes reliable Allen-Bradley components, interconnected via industrial Ethernet to provide control of up to 500 receivers, 96 pumps and over 1000 source valves.

Simplified navigation using international icons on the large, touchscreen control panel will assure every authorized user is comfortable monitoring up to 90 independently operating conveying systems and making adjustments with little or no training.

Model ELS

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CENTRAL LOADING CONTROLS4MODEL ELS

How it Works

Features

The ELS Control is Conair’s most powerful material-handling system. Scalable from the basic configuration of 90 loaders, to the fully deployed configuration that can manage up to 500 loaders, the ELS can be programmed for simple intuitive navigation.

I/O connections are located in compact modules near the loader or pump location. Communication between the PLC and the modules takes place via a single Ethernet cable. Adding more loaders to the system is as simple as tying it into a remote module nearby.

The ELS control makes use of Allen-Bradley ArmorBlock and ArmorPoint I/O modules. These are commonly available components that make it easy to build and grow a control network.

Each ArmorBlock provides connections for up to 4 loaders, 3 pumps, and 8 material sources.

When expanding in larger increments, ArmorPoint modules can be used to add up to 16 loaders, 12 pumps, and 32 sources with 1 Ethernet connection.

Because it is all Ethernet-based, ELS users have the advantage of internet connectivity. Any device – computer, tablet, or even a smart phone – with access to a company network, can be used to reach the ELS control. Whatever can be done via the in-plant Ethernet-connected monitors can also be completed on the remote device.

The ArmorBlock and ArmorPoint system allows for clean installation, and features open design that is dust-tight and water-tight. Rated for IP69K and NEMA 4X (when marked) for use without an enclosure.

The panel can be mounted to C-channel framing and allows for easy access to the ArmorBlock and ArmorPoint connections. Connections are quick and simple, and the open design allows for easy viewing of the connection and communication lights incorporated on each panel.

• Industrial ethernet CAT 5 communications

• Allen-Bradley/Rockwell Automation components

• Choice of ArmorBlock or ArmorPoint I/O modules

• Up to six Human Machine Interface (HMI) panels

• Fully distributed, totally flexible, wiring and control

• Unloading (reverse regrind) system capability

• Ratio loading, positive discharge and fill sensor operation

• Purge and pocket valve operation

• 10-inch {254 mm} HMI standard, 15-inch {381 mm} optional

• Multiple levels of password protection

• International icon control navigation

ArmorBlock ArmorPoint

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CENTRAL LOADING CONTROLS4MODEL ELS

Features

Descriptive screens with animated icons

The ELS screens are highly descriptive with active icons to let you know what is currently happening with the machine. Just by looking at the icon, you can tell if a loader has demand, is loading, dumping or faulting.

This screen shows the specific selected pump and all the loaders attached to it. Also shown are the runtime hours for the pump and all the preventative maintenance information associated with the pump accessories. This is where a backup pump is assigned to take over the currently operating pump.

Navigate your way

Conair’s Quick Find Feature allows for navigation in many different ways. Navigate by shift, personnel, function, plant layout, or even a plant drawing. Quick Find allows the user to simply touch an area of interest to zero-in on a piece of equipment. A great way for multiple users to find the equipment they use the most, Quick Find allows a variety of ways to navigate to specific controls or components. Aimlessly searching through screens trying to remember or decode which piece of equipment is which is a thing of the past. Welcome to Quick Find!

You can choose which icons appropriately represent your equipment. Select an RG Pump style icon for one pump, and a PD icon for a Positive Displacement Pump. Select an Access Receiver icon for your Access Receivers. This type of flexibility and built-in programming allows the user to identify the correct equipment with what is displayed on the screen.

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CENTRAL LOADING CONTROLS4MODEL ELS

Specifications

Models ELS

Performance characteristics

Maximum number of vacuum receivers Up to 500*

Maximum number of vacuum pumps 96 (any pump can be assigned as backup)*

Maximum number of source valves 1000

Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)

Main control panel Allen-Bradley ControlLogix

Operator interface Allen-Bradley PanelView Plus V.6

Screen size - diagnonal inches {mm} 10 {254} standard, 15 {381} optional

Output voltage to receivers/valves 24 VDC

Input voltage to receivers 24 VDC

Output voltage to pumps 24 VDC

Full load amps ‡ 120 Vac/1 Phase 60 Hz (Optional 230 VAC)

Specification Notes

* Maximum number of vacuum receivers, source valves, and vacuum pumps depends on the I/O expansion options.

† 10-inch screen shown. 15-inch is optional.

‡ FLA data for reference purposes only. Does not include any options or accessories on equipment. For full FLA detail for power circuit design of specific machines and systems, refer to the electrical diagrams of the equipment order and the nameplate applied to the machine.

Specifications may change without notice. Consult with a Conair representative for the most current information.

B

A

E

Dimensions inches {mm}

A - Height 20 {508}

B - Width 24 {610}

C - Depth 10 {254}

Weight - main enclosure lb {kg}

Installed 60 {27.2}

Shipping 80 {36.3}

Input/output capabilities and maximum number of input/output devices

Main control panel Block device Point device Block pump Point pump Block source Point source Block alarm

Receivers N/A Up to 4 Up to 16 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A

Pumps No inputs/ N/A N/A Up to 3 Up to 16 N/A N/A N/A

Valves outputs N/A N/A N/A N/A Up to 8 Up to 32 N/A

Alarms N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A 1

Max. number blocks/points

N/A 30 blocks 30 points 6 blocks 6 points 30 blocks 30 points 6 blocks

Totals N/A 500 devices 96 pumps 1000 sources 6 alarms

Maximum number of remote HMIs:

Remote HMI panel 5 remote HMIs maximum

HMI

SWT1/LBL1

ION

OFFO

Main Control Panel and Remote HMI

Front view † Side view