Abstract:
The aim of this study is to control Double Column Lathe Vertical Machine, using
programmable logic controller (PLC) instead of conventional control. As PLCs are now
involved in most industrial processes, therefor, developing a program to handle the
control of a Double Column Lathe Vertical Machine will reduce maintenance rate,
enhance machine performance. Further, one PLC may control more than one motor via
programming extra inputs and outputs already implemented in the PLC or simply by
attaching additional input/output modules.
The proposed control system will be equipped with (S7_300 CPU) controller, digital
I/O module, and digital drives for DC motors and human machine interface (HMI). The
communication between system components will be through Profibus. The system is
programmmed with statement list language (STL). The Siemens Simatic Manager and
Win CC Flexible are used to configure the hard ware and to simulate the operation