For the project solution it was decided to use a Horner Automation X4 controller, specifically an OCS from the Micro Series. An X4 was chosen due to the required size. We decided to use this equipment because it has digital inputs, analog inputs, digital outputs, HSC, a 4” touch screen and an ethernet port for remote control and remote data extraction, as well as a slot for a microSD card to extract the data physically.

Horner’s Cscape software was used to design the HMI interface in which it shows the numerical data, the graphs, and a visual representation of the process. Cscape was also used to program the PLC in Advanced Ladder.

Thanks to the datalogging and alarms function of the X4 controller, historical archives of the process can be created. Also, the WebMI function of Horner Automation offers remote control.