SCADA automation
Solar plant control software dec-solar
dec-solar is the maintenance-free software control package for solar energy plants. dec-solar reports alarms and controls the plant. Relevant plant data are logged and represented in reports:
- power produced (total / per inverter)
- solar tracker position control
- weather conditions at the plant
- manual control of the solar trackers and calibration
The data can be presented in a web page or alternatively access can be granted via a secure terminal connection. The data can be stored locally or in a remote server. In case of too harsh weather conditions, dec-solar sets automatically the panels to safe position.Â
Automated storage system for an automotive seat supplier
Decuna worked together with a counterpart responsible for mechanics developing an automated storage system for an automotive seat supplier.
An automated storage and retrieval machine and a buffer for the products were automated.
The system saves an important amount of storage space and allows our customer to meet not only "Just in Time" requirements, but also "Just in Sequence" (delivering the sequence that the OEM is going to build in the production line).
Automated pallet storage with aisle and row carts
An alternative to "store-and-retrieve" automated warehouses is an automated pallet storage system with aisle and row motorized carts.
This system handles high production throughput in a small space, and it has a very high storage density, optimizing space and stacking multiple pallet sizes at the time.
An automated truck loading system (ATLS) reduces delivery time using less manpower, less door docks and reducing product damage. This system was also integrated by Decuna in the warehouse with the rest of the system.
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Biomass plant automation
Decuna has build over the years its own "know-how" as an independent plant automation supplier.
We are not tied to any equipment manufacturer, so our independence can be a key factor to achieve customization, service and cost savings.
As a sample off our services, Decuna can provide systems that monitorize:
- Electrical consumption
- Energy production
- Plant automation and electrical equipment
Splinter classification and transport system
Decuna implemented a system to transport and classify splinter of wood for a board manufacturer.
A custom SCADA monitorizes the plant with all its elements. The PLC automation was done on an Allen Bradley platform.
This project opened the door to some others in the same company (Teruel, Spain), that reused the work with slight configuration changes and small modifications.
Automatic palletizing lines with robots
Decuna implemented an automatic system to classify and store all the product references that our client had.
Therefore, there were prepared 18 classification lanes (2 lines for rejected products, and 16 that feed the palletting system).
A barcode system is used to classify the goods. As well, weight is also controlled in every product. 4 automatic palleting cells provide a cadence of 4000 boxes per hour.
Automatic storage of tuna fish and alike
Customer: PesquerĂas Fernández Ibañez (Vigo)
Decuna developed an automatic system to classify and store different kinds of tuna according to species and weight for our client, located at Vigo's harbour.
The system sorts out the fish in a high rack storage area, saving fish container information and piece information in a database. The weight is measured dynamically, without stopping the line.
A PC is used to monitorize the system, whereas a PLC controls the actuators.
