Monitoring of Measuring Devices Using a Programmable Logic Controller and a Dedicated Desktop Application

Area of Science:

• Engineering
• Automation and Control Systems
• Instrumentation

Background:

• Safe and effective operation of technological installations relies on robust control and measurement systems.
• Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) offer flexible solutions for data acquisition and system control.
• Adapting systems to specific user needs and existing infrastructure is crucial for practical implementation.

Purpose of the Study:

• To design and implement a novel control and measurement system for monitoring fluid parameters.
• To leverage the capabilities of PLCs for creating adaptable and efficient monitoring solutions.
• To develop a data management application for collected process data.

Main Methods:

• Utilized programmable logic controllers (PLCs) for data acquisition and system control.
• Integrated the PLC system with an existing test stand for multiphase spraying processes.
• Developed a data management application using Python for displaying, storing, and exporting collected data.

Main Results:

• Successfully implemented a system for monitoring temperature, pressure, and flow rate of fluids.
• Demonstrated the adaptability of PLC-based systems to existing technological installations.
• Created a functional Python application for comprehensive data handling.

Conclusions:

• The developed PLC-based system provides a flexible and effective solution for monitoring critical fluid parameters.
• The integration of PLCs and Python-based applications enhances the utility and accessibility of process data.
• This approach is suitable for optimizing and controlling complex processes like multiphase spraying.