Control Systems.
What is a Control System?
A control system is an arrangement of physical components designed to regulate, command, direct, or manage the behaviour of other devices or systems. Control systems use feedback mechanisms to achieve desired outputs by automatically adjusting inputs. They are fundamental in various applications, from industrial processes to household appliances.
What is a Control Panel?
A control panel is an interface that allows operators to interact with the control system. It includes switches, buttons, display screens, and indicators that provide real-time information and allow for manual or automated control of the system's functions. Control panels can vary from simple layouts with basic controls to complex systems with advanced automation and monitoring capabilities.
Why is it Beneficial to Have a Control Panel?
Enhanced Efficiency
Control panels streamline operations by providing a centralized interface for managing and monitoring system performance. This helps optimize processes and reduce energy consumption.
Improved Safety
Control panels include safety features such as emergency stop buttons and alarms that alert operators to potential hazards, ensuring a safer working environment.
Ease Of Use
User-friendly interfaces with intuitive controls make it easier for operators to manage complex systems, reducing the likelihood of errors and improving productivity.
Real-Time Monitoring and Diagnostics
Control panels provide real-time data on system performance and status, allowing for immediate detection and troubleshooting of issues. This helps prevent downtime and prolongs equipment life.
Automated Control
Advanced control panels can automate various processes, reducing the need for manual intervention and allowing for consistent and precise control of operations.
Control System Typical Applications
Control Panels for Kitchen Ventilation Systems
Control panels for kitchen ventilation systems can be used in various different ways. They're typically used to reduce the amount of controls the user has to come into contact with i.e to start cooking, the cook may need to turn on the extract fan, air supply fan, gas interlock system, air conditioning, battery heater and more. Simplifying this control with a remote interface with one or two buttons, with run and general fault indication will help to remove user error and ensure smooth operation.
Example Inputs & Outputs
All the inputs and outputs will follow a defined strategy. Some inputs will determine whether the gas valve can open. For example, the gas valve will open only if there is no input from the fire alarm, fire suppression and emergency stop buttons, and there is an input from the extract and air supply fan air pressure switches.
Some inputs may be for indication purposes only. For instance, if any of the filter air pressure switches reach their permitted level of dirtiness, each will have its own indicator on the main panel to highlight the need for replacement.
Additionally, if there are any faults, including dirty filters, the user control station must be notified to check the main control panel for specific fault indications. This can be managed via a fault collector module, where one or multiple inputs result in a single output.
All inputs and outputs are handled via the intermediary control panel with its respective relays, terminals, contactors and sensors etc.
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INPUTS |
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User Control On / Off Buttons |
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Fire Alarm |
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Emergency Stop Button(s) |
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Fire Suppression System |
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UV Filter Fault Relay |
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Extract Fan Air Pressure Switch |
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Air Supply Fan Air Pressure Switch |
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ESP Fault Relay |
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Pre-Filter Air Pressure Switch |
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HEPA Filter Air Pressure Switch |
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Carbon Filter Air Pressure Switch |
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Damper Open / Closed |
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OUTPUTS |
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Extract Fan |
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Air Supply Fan |
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Gas Valve |
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Electric Cooking Equipment |
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Run Indicators (Fans, Gas Valve, Cooking Equipment etc) |
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Fault Indicators (Fire Alarm, Dirty Filters etc) |
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BMS Output |
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Fan Speeds |
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Damper Open |
CONTROL PRODUCTS FOR RETAIL
Stainless Steel Plate Key Switch 2 Position Removal in OFF Position
Stainless Steel Plate Push Button Inverter Control with Indication
