Process automation

MPS PA Compact
Workstation
Manual

MPS PA Compact
Workstation
EN
12/08

Intended use

This station has been developed and produced solely for vocational and further
training purposes in the field of automation and communication. The company
undertaking the training and / or the instructors is / are to ensure that trainees
observe the safety precautions described in the manuals provided.
Festo Didactic herewith excludes any liability for damage or injury caused to
trainees, the training company and / or any third party, which may occur if the
system is in use for purposes other than purely for training, unless the said damage
/ injury has been caused by Festo Didactic deliberately or through gross negligence.

Order No.:

BE.TW.0004

Description:

Manual

Designation:

MPS PA Compact Workstation

Status:

12/2008

Authors:

Jrgen Helmich, ADIRO

Graphics:

Jrgen Helmich, ADIRO

Layout:

Jrgen Helmich, ADIRO

Adiro Automatisierungstechnik GmbH, 73734 Esslingen, Germany, 12/2008

Internet: www.festo.com/didactic http://www.festo.com/didactic/de/ProcessAutomation
e-mail: [email protected]
The copying, distribution and utilisation of this document as well as the communication of its contents
to others without express authorisation of is prohibited. Offenders will be held liable for the payment
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design registration.

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Contents

Intended use ___________________________________________________________ 2

Contents ______________________________________________________________ 3
1 Introduction _______________________________________________________ 5
1.1
Training contents _______________________________________________ 6
1.2
Important notes ________________________________________________ 7
1.3
Duty of the operating authority____________________________________ 7
1.4
Duty of trainees ________________________________________________ 7

1.5
Risks involved in dealing with the MPS PA Compact Workstation ______ 8
1.6
Warranty and liability ____________________________________________ 9
1.7
Use for intended purpose ________________________________________ 9
Notes on safety ________________________________________________________ 11
2 Technical data_____________________________________________________ 13
3 Transport / Unpacking / Scope of delivery _____________________________ 15
4 Design and function ________________________________________________ 17
4.1
Level monitoring_______________________________________________ 20
4.2
Pump ________________________________________________________ 24
4.3
Proportional valve _____________________________________________ 25
4.4
Heating ______________________________________________________ 26
4.5
2W ball valve with pneumatic rotary drive __________________________ 28
4.6
Level control function___________________________________________ 29
4.7
Flow rate control function _______________________________________ 31
4.8
Pressure control function________________________________________ 33
4.9
Temperature control system _____________________________________ 35
4.10
I/O-board __________________________________________________ 37
4.11
Mouting frame ______________________________________________ 38
5 Commissioning ____________________________________________________ 39
5.1
Workstation___________________________________________________ 40
5.2
Visual check __________________________________________________ 40
5.3
Cable connections _____________________________________________ 41

5.3.1
Simulation box digital/analog and MPS PA Compact Workstation 41

5.3.2
Easyport digital/analog and MPS PA Compact Workstation______ 43

5.3.3
EduTrainer Siemens S7-300 and MPS PA Compact Workstation __ 45

5.3.4
EduTrainer Logo and MPS PA Compact Workstation ____________ 47

5.3.5
EduTrainer Festo CPX-FEC IT and MPS PA Compact Workstation __ 49

5.3.6
EduTrainer Allen Bradley and MPS PA Compact Workstation_____ 52
5.4
Pneumatic connection __________________________________________ 55
5.5
Voltage supply ________________________________________________ 55
5.6
Adjusting sensors ______________________________________________ 56
5.6.1
Capacitive proximity sensor B113/B114 _______________________ 56
5.6.2
Float switch S111/S112/S117 _______________________________ 57
6.6.3
Ultrasonic sensor B101 _____________________________________ 58
5.7
Choosing controlled system _____________________________________ 59
5.8
Allocation list of inputs and outputs ______________________________ 61
5.9
Loading the PLC program________________________________________ 62

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5.9.1
Siemens S7 300 CPU 313C __________________________________ 62
5.9.2
Festo FEC-CPX _____________________________________________ 63
5.9.3
Allen Bradley controller _____________________________________ 64
5.10
Filling and deaeration ________________________________________ 65
5.11
Start sequence S7 programm Level ___________________________ 66
5.12
Notice _____________________________________________________ 67
6 Maintenance ______________________________________________________ 69
7 Appendix _________________________________________________________ 71
Designation of equipment _____________________________________________ 71
Parts lists___________________________________________________________ 71
Process flowsheets___________________________________________________ 71
EMCS block diagrams_________________________________________________ 71
EMCS ______________________________________________________________ 71
Electrical circuit diagrams _____________________________________________ 72
Electropneumatic circuit diagrams ______________________________________ 72
Program listings _____________________________________________________ 72
Data sheets _________________________________________________________ 72

Festo Didactic MPS PA Compact Workstation

Introduction

The Festo Didactic Learning System for process automation and technology is
designed to meet a number of different training and vocational requirements. The

systems and stations of the MPS PA Compact Workstation facilitate industryorientated vocational and further training and the hardware consists of didactically
suitable industrial components.

The MPS PA Compact Workstation station provides you with an appropriate system
for practice-orientated tuition of the following key qualifications
Social competence,
Technical competence and
Methodological competence
Moreover, training can be provided to instill team spirit, willingness to cooperate
and organisational skills.
Actual project phases can be taught by means of training projects, such as:

Planning,
Assembly,
Programming,
Commissioning,
Operation,
Maintenance and
Trouble shooting.

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1.1
Training contents

Training contents covering the following subjects can be taught:

Mechanics
Mechanical construction of a station
Process Engineering
Reading and drawing flow charts and dokumentation
Pneumatics
Piping connections of pneumatic components
Electrical technology
Correct wiring of electrical components
Sensors
Correct use of sensors
Measuring of non-electrical, process and control variables
PLC
Programming and use of a PLC
Programming of alternative (OR) branches
Fieldbus technology
Closed-loop control technology
basics of closed-loop control technology
Extension of measuring chains into closed control loops
Analyze a closed-loop system
P, I, D-control
Optimize a closed-loop system
Closed-loop controller
Configuration, assigning operation parameters and optimization of a
closed-loop controller
Commissioning
Commissioning of a closed-loop system
Commissioning of a process engineering system
Fault finding
Systematic fault finding on a process engineering system
Examination and mantainence of a process engineering system
Operation and observation of a process
Topics for project work
Selection of electrical components
level sensor
Savety check of a tank
how to use a float sensor

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The basic requirement for safe use and trouble-free operation of the

MPS PA Compact Workstation is to observe the fundamental safety

recommendations and regulations.

1.2
Important notes

These operating instructions contain important notes concerning the safe operation

of the MPS PA Compact Workstation.

The safety recommendations in particular must be observed by anyone working on

the MPS PA Compact Workstation.

Furthermore, the rules and regulations for the prevention of accidents applicable to
the place of use must be observed.
1.3
Duty of the operating
authority

The operating authority undertakes to ensure that the MPS PA Compact

Workstation is used only by persons who:
are familiar with the basic regulations regarding operational safety and accident

prevention and who have received instructions in the handling of the MPS PA
Compact Workstation,
have read and understood the chapter on safety and the cautionary notes in
these operating instructions and confirmed this by signing,
are regularly vetted to ensure safe working.

Prior to commencing work, all persons assigned to working on the MPS PA Compact
Workstation have a duty to:

1.4
Duty of trainees

observe the basic regulations regarding operational safety and the prevention of
accidents,
read the chapter on safety and the cautionary notes in these operating
instructions and to confirm that they have understood these by signing.

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1.5
Risks involved in dealing

with the MPS PA Compact

Workstation

The MPS PA Compact Workstation is designed according to state of the art

technology and in compliance with recognised safety regulations. However when
using the system there is nevertheless a risk of physical or fatal injury to the user or
third parties or of damage being caused to the machinery or other material assets.

The MPS PA Compact Workstation is to be used only:

for its intended purpose and
in an absolutely safe conditions.

Faults impairing safety must be rectified immediately!

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1.6
Warranty and liability

In principle all of our Terms and Conditions of Sale apply. These are available to
the operating authority upon conclusion of the contract at the latest. Warranty and
liability claims for persons or material damage are excluded if these can be traced
back to one or several of the following causes
Use of the machine not in accordance with its intended purpose
Incorrect assembly, commissioning, operation and maintenance of the machine
Operation of the machine using faulty safety equipment or incorrectly fitted or
non operational safety or protective devices
Non observance of notes in the operating instructions regarding transport,
storage, assembly, commissioning, operation, maintenance and setting up of the
machine
Unlawful constructional modifications on the machine
Inadequate monitoring of machine components subject to wear
Incorrectly carried out repairs
Catastrophes as a result of foreign objects and acts of force major.
Festo Didactic herewith rules out any liability for damage or injury to trainees, the
training company and /or other third parties which may occur during the use /
operation of the system other than purely in a training situation, unless such
damage has been caused intentionally or due to gross negligence by Festo Didactic.

1.7
Use for intended purpose

This system has been developed and produced exclusively for vocational and further
training in the field of automation and communication. The training authority and /
or the instructors is / are to ensure that trainees observe the safety precautions
described in the manual provided.
The use of the system for its intended purpose also includes:
following all advice in the operating instructions and
carrying out inspection and maintenance work.

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Notes on safety

General
Trainees must only work on the station under the supervision of an instructor.
Observe the data in the data sheets for the individual components, in particular
all notes on safety!
Electrics
Electrical connections are to be wired up or disconnected only when power is
disconnected!
Use only low voltages of up to 24 V DC.
The heating is using 230 V AC. Work on components using electrical connections
of 230 V AC must be carried out by qualified personnel. Please refer to safety
regulations for commissioning (DIN VDE 0113, EN 60204).
Pneumatics
Do not exceed the permissible pressure of 8 bar (800 kPA).
Do not switch on compressed air until you have established and secured all
tubing connections.
Do not disconnect air lines under pressure.
Particular care is to be taken when switching on the compressed air. Cylinders
may advance or retract as soon as the compressed air is switched on.
Mechanics
Securely mount all components on the plate.
No manual intervention unless the machine is at rest.
The pump can be mounted horizontally or vertically. If mounted, the ouput of the
pump must point upwards. The pump must be mounted so that is is flooded (see
also data sheet).

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Process engineering
Before filling the tanks with water switch of power supply!
Switch of power supply 24 VDC and 230 VAC (110 VAC)!
The use of tap water in quality of drinking water (recommended), ensures a
prolonged maintenance-free operation of the system (proportional valve and
pump).
The maximum operating temperature of the tanks must not exceed +65 C.
Do not operate the heating unit unless the heating element is fully immersed in
fluid.
Do not operate the piping system with a system pressure higher than 0,5 bar.
Do not operate the pump without fluid, running dry or used for sea water or
contaminated fluids.
Please empty fluids from the system (tanks, piping, close valves) before you
make changes at the piping system.
It is possible to drain the fluids inside the MPS PA Compact Workstation by
opening hand valve V105
Do not left the water inside the tanks for a longer time. It is possible, that
bacteria as legionella grow up, which can cause diseases.

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Technical data

Parameter

Value

max. operating pressure piping system

50 kPa (0.5 bar)

power supply for station

24 V DC

profile plate

700 x 700 x 32 mm

dimensions

700 x 700 x 907 mm

Weight
(volumetric) flow rate of the pump

~5 l/min

tank volume

10 l max.

flexible piping system

DN10 (a 15mm)

digital inputs

digital outputs

analog inputs

analog outputs

amount of tanks

output range control element

pump (0...24 VDC)

voltage 0...10 V

2/2W-proportional valve

voltage 0...10 V

heating element 230 VAC

On/Off

(power 1000 W)

(control relay 24 VDC)

working range closed-loop system for level control

0...10 l mm

measuring range level sensor

09 l

signal range level sensor

current 4...20 mA

working range closed-loop system for flow rate control

0...7 l/min

measuring range flow sensor

0,3...9,0 l/min

signal range flow sensor

frequence 0...1200 Hz

working range closed-loop system for pressure control

0...30 kPa (0...300 mbar)

measuring range pressure sensor

010 kPa (0100 mbar)

signal range pressure sensor

voltage 0...10 V

working range closed-loop system for temperature control

0...60 C

measuring range temperature sensor

-50 C+150 C

signal range temperature sensor

resistance PT100

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Transport / Unpacking / Scope of delivery

Transport

The MPS PA Compact Workstation is delivered in a container with a pallet base.

The container must be transported on a suitable fork lift truck at all times and must
be secured against tipping or falling off.
The carrier and Festo Didactic are to be notified immediately of any damage caused
during transport.
Unpacking
Carefully remove the padding material in the container box when unpacking the
station. When unpacking the station, make sure that none of the station assemblies
have been damaged.
Check the station for any possible damaged once unpacked. The carrier and Festo
Didactic are to be notified immediately of any damage.
Scope of delivery
Check the scope of delivery against the delivery note and the order. Festo Didactic
must be notified immediately of any discrepancies.

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Design and function

MPS PA Compact Workstation

The MPS PA Compact Workstation combines 4 closed-loops with digital and analog
sensors and actuators. With a PLC or a controller it is possible to use them
individually or cascaded:

level controlled system

flow rate controlled system
pressure controlled system
temperature controlled system

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Design and function

PI diagram MPS PA Compact Workstation (ISA 5.5 / ISA 5.1 Standard)

It is possible to work with following functions by using the 4 closed-loop systems:

two point control of a level control system with a analog standard signal
continuous control of a level control system with a analog standard signal
continuous control of a flow rate control system with a pump as controlled
system and a impulse signal for frequence measuring
continuous control of a flow rate control system with a proportional valve
(controlled system) and a impulse signal for frequence measuring
continuous control of a flow rate control system with a pump as controlled
system and with a analog standard signal
continuous control of a flow rate control system with a proportional valve as
controlled system and with a analog standard signal
continuous control of a pressure control system with a pump as controlled
system and with a analog standard signal
continuous control of a pressure control system with a proportional valve as
controlled system and with a analog standard signal
two point control of a temperature control system with a analog standard signal

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The basic components of the MPS PA Compact Workstation are:

Analog ultrasonic sensor

Flow sensor with frequency signal
Pressure sensor, piezoresistive
Pressure gauge for 01bar
PT100 temperature sensor
2x Capacitive proximity switch for min/max level in lower tank
Float switch for threshold function (electromechanical) in upper tank
Float switch for overflow alarm monitoring in lower tank
Float switch as a protection for the heating system
Centrifugal pump
Motor Controller for pump
Proportional valve with electronic control module
Heating system with integrated control relay
2W ball valve with pneumatic rotary drive (SYPAR) with sensor box
I/O Terminal
Terminal for analog signals
Signal converter: current to voltage, frequency to voltage, PT100 to voltage
PLC or closed-loop controller
control panel
Piping system incl. 4 transparent segments
Pressure tank (reactor)
Water tanks
Manual valve
Manual ball valve for drain
Service Unit
19 mounting frame for ER units or A4
carriage

The functions of each closed-loop system result in the specified combination of the
(manual-) valves. Also they depend on the programming, configuration or
parametrizing of the PLC/ controlling system.

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4.1
Level monitoring

Following technical examples for level monitoring are integrated into the MPS PA
Compact Workstation:
proximity switches
float switch for overflow savety
float switch for threshold function

Proximity switches

Two capacitive proximity switches B113 (1) and B114 (2) are located on the side of
the lower tank B101 and mounted on a profile plate. The proximity switches can be
mechanically adjusted. The sensing distance through the tank wall can be adjusted
with a screw. The binary 24 V input signals are connected to the I/O-terminal XMA1.

Level monitoring with capacitive proximity switches B113 and B114

The minimum level of the tank B101 is indicated by the lower sensor B113. At
minimum level the heating element E104 should be totally immersed into the liquid.
The maximum level of the tank B101 is indicated by the upper sensor B114.
At reset position of the system both sensors have to be activated.

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The overflow at tank B101 is monitored with float switch S111 (1). If the level in the
tank exceeds the maximum level the transparent float cylinder is pushed upward.
Inside the float cylinder are magnets which activate a reed contact.

Overflow savety

Level monitoring with float switch for overflow savety S111

The binary 24 V input signals (no) is connected to the I/O-terminal XMA1. The signal
of the overflow switch should activate a alarm function in the PLC-program and has
effect on ball valve V102 and pump P101.
If changed electrically the overflow switch also can be used to turn off the pump or
valve with a relay circuit or for signal indication to a emergency relay.

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Threshold function

The increasing fluid level into the upper tank B102 is monitored at a certain
minimum level by float switch S112 (1). If the mounting position is changed the
switch can also indicate the decreasing level.

Level monitoring with float switch for threshold function S112

The binary 24 V input signals (nc) is connected to the I/O-terminal XMA1. The cable
of the switch has a plug connection for easy connect/disconnect on changing the
mounting position.

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Switch-on protection for

heating

The float switch is monitoring the decreasing filling level in tank. It avoids continuing
heating if filling level undershoots the critical point. The heating must be
sourrounded completely by the fluid.

Float switch as switch-on protection for heating

The cable of the switch has a plug connection and is connected directly to the
heating and to the connecting cable for the I/O- connecting board.

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4.2
Pump

The centrifugal pump P101 (1) is the controlling equipment used in all controlled
systems. The pump is delivering fluid from a reservoir tank B101 through the piping
system.

Controlling equipment - Pump P101 (1)

The pump must not be operated running dry. Before commissioning the reservoir
tank or piping system to/from the pump should be filled with fluid.
The pump is driven by the motor controller A4 and relay K1. With a digital output
(O2 at XMA1) it is possible to switch from digital binary control to analog control
variable from 0 to 24 V. At digital binary control (O2 = 0) the pump is turn on/off
with a additional output (O3 at XMA1). At analog control (O2 = 1) the drive voltage
from analog output signal channel 0 (UA1 at X2) is setting the speed of the pump
from 0 to 10 V.
Please also see the data sheet of the pump for further savety instructions!

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4.3
Proportional valve

The proportional valve V106 (1) is a directly actuated 2/2-way valve for flow control
of fluids. It can be used as a adjustable remote element in open- or closed-loops.
The valve pistons lifted of its seat as a function of the solenoid coil current and
releases the flow through the valve.

Controlling element proportional valve V106

The control electronic of the proportional valve is activated with a binary output
(O4 at XMA1). A analog signal from channel 1 (UA2 at X2) is driving the signal input
of the proportional valve with a standard analog signal from 0 to 10 V.
The standard analog signal is transformed into a pulse-width modulation (PWM) and
the opening of the valve is infinitely adjustable. The frequence of the PWM can be
adapted for different valve types.

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4.4
Heating

The heating element is controlled by an internal micro controller,on activation of a

binary ouput (Q1 at XMA1).

Heating

Notes on safety:
The maximum operating temperature of the tanks must not exceed +65 C.
Do not operate the heating unit unless the heating element is fully immersed in
fluid.
Critical temperature at the heat element: at temperature around 50-60 C the
heating is internal automatically switched off. If the temperature value drops
below 45 C the heating is switched on again.
Critical temperature at the micro controller of the heating: at a semiconductor
temperature of around 90C the heating is internal automatically switched off. If
the temperature value drops below 85 C the heating is switched on again.

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Controlling the heat element

The heating can be controlled binary as well as analogue (continous). For the

MPS PA Compact Workstation the heating is controlled binary only. To use the
heating as a continous output element a pulse-width-modulation (PWM) is used.
The control is clocking the ON- and OFF- time of the heating. The time periode T is
constant (e.g. 10s). By changing the ON-time t1 of the heating the thermal power Q
is manipulated. Is the ON-time raised, also the thermal power is.

PWM with a puls-widht ration of 75%

t1

t2

PWM with a puls-widht ration of 50%

Key

t1
t2
T
Q

OFF-time
ON-time
time periode
thermal power

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4.5
2W ball valve with
pneumatic rotary drive

The 2-way ball valve V102 is opened and closed by a pneumatical rotary drive. The
controlled equipment consists of a brass ball valve (1) with
rotary drive type SYPAR (4), using scotch yoke principle. A solenoid (2) 5/2 way
valve (3) with port pattern to NAMUR and sensor box (5) are flange mounted onto
the rotary drive. The flow of the fluid from upper tank B102 into the lower tank B101
is controlled with the ball valve of the rotary drive.

4
2
3

2-way ball valve V102 with pneumatical rotary drive

Key

1
2
3
4
5

brass ball valve

solenoid
5/2 way valve with port pattern to NAMUR
rotary drive type SYPAR, scotch yoke principle
sensor box

The end position sensing attachment (5) consists of two electrical micro switches
with roller lever. The two binary 24 VDC signals (S115 and S116) are connected as
inputs to the I/O-terminal XMA1. There is also a visual indication of the drive
position for the operator.

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4.6
Level control function

The function of the level controlled system is to regulate the filling level of a fluid in
a reservoir tank.
The controlled filling level system can be used as an I- or PT1 controlled system.

Controlled level system upper container B102 with ultrasonic sensor B101 (measuring point LIC B102)

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LIC
B101
V102

B102

LA+

V112

S111

LSS112
LS+
B114
V101

B101
V110

LSB113

P101

V105
M

Flow chart of the close loop level control system

The pump P101 delivers a fluid from a storage tank B101 to a reservoir tank B102 (1)
via a piping system. The level of the fluid inside tank B102 is monitored with a
analog ultrasonic sensor B101 (2) at measuring point LIC B101 and read as actual
value. The actual value should be kept on a certain level also if disturbances or
set point changes occur. For function and characteristic curve of the ultrasonic
sensor please see data sheet.
The fluid quantity of the pump P101 can be a binary or manipulated value. For
controlling system a two-position or a continuous element can be used
(see also EMCS block diagrams).
For disturbance is it possible to partly or totally open/close the ball valve V102 to
drain the upper into the lower tank or open/close hand valve V104.
The analog current signal (4...20 mA) of the ultrasonic sensor is connected a as a
standard signal to analog terminal X2 (IE1) as channel 0. The current signal is
connected to the measuring transformer A1, too. The transformer changes the
analog current signal into a standard voltage signal (010 V). The standard voltage
signal is also connected to the analog terminal X2 (UE1).

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4.7
Flow rate control function

In a piping system or a filter unit the flow velocity of a fluid shall be regulated.
The system used is a controlled system with self-regulation (P-controlled system). It
does not have a time delay. The control loop in combination with the pump (PT1
behaviour) creates a easily controllable system.

Controlled flow rate system pump P101 with flow sensor B102 (measuring point FIC B101)

The pump delivers a fluid from the reservoir via a piping system. The flow rate is
detected by means of an optoelectronic vane sensor B102 (2) in the form of an
actual value. The actual value should be kept on a certain flow rate also if
disturbances or set point changes occur.
For controlling system a continuous element can be used (see also EMCS block
diagrams). There are two operation modes:
flow rate control by the means of the pump P101 as controlled system.
Manipulated value is the voltage of the pump, which sets the revolution speed.
flow rate control by the means of the proportional valve V106 as controlled
system. Manipulated value is the voltage of the valve coil, which sets the stroke
of the valve piston. The pump P101 is running with a constant revolution speed.
For disturbance is it possible to partly or totally open/close the hand valve V104.

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V104

LA+
S111

LS+
B114
V109
V106
LSV103

FIC

B113

B102

P101

V105
M

Flow chart of the close loop flow rate control system

A steady square wave signal of the flow rate sensor is connected to a binary input at
I/O terminal XMA1 (I0).
Please see the manual of the PLC for maximum input frequency of binary inputs.
The signal level is depending on the applied supply voltage (8...24 V). The pulse
signal can be processed with a PLC with integrated counter inputs. The frequency
signal is connected to the measuring transformer A2, too. The transformer changes
the frequency signal into a standard voltage signal (010 V). The standard voltage
signal is also connected to the analog terminal X2 (UE2).

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4.8
Pressure control function

The process pressure of a fluid inside a pressure tank shall be regulated.

The controlled pressure system used is a controlled system with self-regulation
(PT1-controlled system). Because the pressure tank is partly filled with gas (air) it is
an energy storage system.

Controlled pressure system pressure tank B103 with pressure sensor B103 (measuring point PIC B103)

Via a piping system, the pump P101 delivers a fluid from a resevoir into a gasprefilled pressure tank B103 (1). The pressure of the gas (air) in the pressure tank is
detected by means of a piezoresistive relative pressure sensor in the form of an
actual value. The actual value should be kept on a certain pressure also if
disturbances or set point changes occur.
Setup for controlling

As controlling system a continuous element can be used (see also EMCS block
diagrams). During control a pressure is build up and controlled from liquid to
gaseous medium in the pressure container B103. The amount of liquid inside of the
pressure tank can be increased by opening/closing of the exhaust valve V107 if the
pump P101 is running before using closed-loop control. It is recommended to setup
the water level of the pressure tank at half level with V107 for a opmtimal work
range during closed-loop control.

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V107
PI
105

LA+

B102

S111
LSB103

S112
LS+
B114
V109

V108

B101

V110

V106

LSB113

PIC
B103
V103
P101

V105
M

Flow chart of the close loop pressure control system

There are two operation modes:

pressure control by the means of the pump P101 as controlled system.
Manipulated value is the voltage of the pump, which sets the revolution speed.
pressure control by the means of the proportional valve V106 as controlled
system. Manipulated value is the voltage of the valve coil, which sets the stroke
of the valve piston. The pump P101 is running with a constant revolution speed.
For disturbance is it possible to partly or totally open/close the hand valve V109.
The standard voltage signal is also connected to the analog terminal X2 (UE3).
Additionally the tank pressure can be read with a pressure gauge.
To empty the pressure tank hand valves V 109, V 108 and V107 should be opened
and pump P101 switched off. Please notice that the water level of the pressure
container cannot drop below the level of the lower tank B101. Maybe it can be
necessary to pump water from lower to upper tank B102.

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The fluid process temperature of a heat exchanger shall be regulated.

4.9
Temperature control system
The controlled temperature system used is a controlled system with self-regulation
(PT1-controlled system). Because the conversion of energy happens slowly these
comtrolled system has a big time constant (of time delay).

2
1

Controlled temperature system reactor container B101 with temperatur sensor B104 (measuring point TIC B104)

The water in the reactor container B101 of the heat exchanger E104 is heated by
means of a heating element and is recirculated by means of the pump P101.
A PT100 sensor B104 (2) is used for measuring the system temperature at
measuring point TIC B104 in the form of an actual value. The actual value should be
kept on a certain temperature also if disturbances or set point changes occur.

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V104

LA+
S111

LS+
B114

B101

LSTIC

S117

B104
E104
LSB113

P101

V105
M

Flow chart of the close loop temperature control system

The on/off switching period of the heating element E104, which is the manipulated
variable, determines the heat output of the heat exchanger. For controlling system a
two-point element can be used (see also EMCS block diagrams). For disturbance is it
possible to use cold fluid or (f.g. ice cubes) or mix with water from the upper tank.
The resistance of the temperature sensor is connected to the measuring transformer
A3. The transformer changes the resistance into a standard voltage signal 0 to 10 V.
The standard voltage signal is connected to the analog terminal X2 (UE4).
The heating is controlled by a internal relay. With a digital ouput (O1 at XMA1) the
relay can be switched on/off.

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The connection board serves as an interface for analogue and digital input and
output signals. All analogue signals are converted into 0 - 10 V and applied to the
analogue terminal. Binary signals max. 8 inputs and 8 outputs per station are
applied to the I/O terminal. This ensures compatibility with EasyPort, SimuBox,
EduTrainern and PLC boards.

4.10
I/O-board

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I/U

f/U

PT
100
/U

10

11 12

I/O-board

Mounting plate

I/O terminal (Syslink station): Connection of inputs, e.g. capacitive proximity sensor
and connection of outputs, e.g. pumps. Proportional valve, 2way-ball valve.

Analogue terminal (Syslink analogue): Analogue connection of actual values of level,

flow rate, pressure and temperature and manipulated variable y of pump and
proportional valve.

Relay K1: Control of the pump. If K1 is active, the pump can be controlled with a
continous manipulation voltage of 0-10V.

Power relay K106: activating power electronic fort he proportional valve

Motor controller: binary and analogue control of the pump.

Measuring transducer I/U: signal of the ultrasonic sensor for level measurement will
be converted from 4-20 mA current signal into 0-10 V standard voltage signal.

Measuring transducer f/U: signal of the flow rate sensor for flow measurement will be
converted from a frequency rectangle-pulse signal into 0-10 V standard voltage
signal.

Measuring transducer PT100/U: signal of the temperature sensor for temperature

measurement will be converted from a resistance into 0-10 V standard voltage signal.

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Staring current limiter: limits the maximum starting current of the motor controller to
prevent voltage drops at the controller.

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4.11
Mouting frame

The mounting frame of the MPS PA Compact Workstation consists of a two-row ERframe for EduTrainers and a 19 base frame for 19 units. The ER frame can be used
for:
3 wide EduTrainer (h x w X d = 145 x 240 x 170 mm),
e.g. EduTrainer SIMATIC S7
1 small EduTrainer (H x B X T = 85 x 240 x 170 mm),
e.g. control panel

Mounting frame

The 19" control panel is suitable for following operation or indication units :
19 power supply 24 V DC/4,5A
19 control panel with 3 push buttons, 1 key switch and 4 indicator
19 Communication panels with 4 inputs and 4 outputs available at 4 mm safety
sockets (only use with 19 control panel)
19 EMERGENCY STOP panel

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For running the MPS PA Compact Workstation all commissioning steps have to be
obeyed according to the rules of operation:

Commissioing

Prepare work station

Visual check

Connect cables

Conenct pneumatic lines

Conenct voltage supply

Choose controlled system

Loading the PLC program

Fill tank

Deaerate pipe system

Start controller

Choose setpoint

Run closed-loop

Flow chart for commissioning the MPS PA Compact Workstation

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The MPS PA Compact Workstation is generally delivered

completely assembled
operationally adjusted
commissioned
tested

The commissioning is normally limited to a visual check to ensure correct tubing

connections / pipe connections / wiring and supply of operating voltage.
All components, tubing and wiring is clearly marked so that all connections can be
easily reestablished.
5.1
Workstation

The following is required to commission MPS PA Compact Workstation:

5.2
Visual check

The assembled and adjusted MPS PA Compact Workstation

A control console
A PLC board or controller device
A power supply unit 24 V DC, 4.5 A
A compressed air supply of 6 bar (600 kPA), approx. suction capacity of 50 l/min
A PC with installed PLC programming software

A visual check must be carried out before each commissioning!

Prior to starting up the station, you will need to check:

The electrical connections

The correct installation and condition of the pipes and pipe connections
The correct installation and condition of the compressed air connections
The mechanical components for visual defects
(tears, loose connections etc.)

Eliminate any damage detected prior to starting up the station!

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The MPS PA Cmpact Workstation can be controlled in different ways. In the

following steps, the different conroll variants will be described.

5.3
Cable connections

5.3.1

Simulation box digital/analog and MPS PA Compact Workstation

All cable connections are described for a MPS PA Compact Workstation with
Simulationbox.
Simulation box D/A station: connect the Syslink plug of the simbox with the
XMA1 socket of the I/O terminal (2) of the station with a SysLink cable (3).
Simulation box D/A station: connect the analog plug of the simbox with the X2
socket of the analog terminal (4) of the station with analog cable (5).
Simulation box D/A power supply unit: connect 4 mm safety plugs (red and
blue) of the simbox and power supply unit with 4 mm safety plugs
cable (red = + / blue = ).

Notice

By using the crossover analoge cable with the simulation box only the first two
analog cannels (0 = Level; 1 = Flow) can be displayed.

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3
5

X2

XMA1

2
1

Cable connections MPS PA Compact Workstation Simulationbox

Key

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SimBox digital / analog

I/O terminal SysLink

SysLink-cabel, I/O- data cabel with SysLink, 20 pin (black endings,

Order No. 167197)

Analog terminal

Analog cabel, 15-pin, cross over (red endings)

24 V DC power supply

Connector cable 24 V DC for simbox power supply

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5.3.2

Easyport digital/analog and MPS PA Compact Workstation

All cable connections are described as an example for a MPS PA Compact

Workstation with the Easyport digital/analog.
Easyport station: connect port 1 (Digital I/O) of the Easyport with the XMA1
socket of the I/O terminal (2) of the station with a SysLink cable (3).
Easyport station: connect the analog plug (Analog I/O) of the Easyport with the
X2 socket of the analog terminal (4) of the station with analog cable (5).
Easyport PLC: Connect your PC to the Easyport by means of a
USB data cable .
Easyport power supply unit: connect 4 mm safety plugs (red and blue) of the
simbox and power supply unit with 4 mm safety plugs
cable (red = + / blue = ).

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XMA1

X2

2.32

1
3

Cable connections MPS PA Compact Workstation Simulationbox

Key

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Easyport USB

I/O terminal SysLink

SysLink-cabel, I/O- data cabel with SysLink, 20 pol (black endings,

Order No. 167197)

Analog terminal

Analog cabel, 15-polig, parallel (Order-No. 529141)

24 V DC power supply

universal cable set with 4 mm safety plugs (red/blue)

USB cable

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5.3.3

EduTrainer Siemens S7-300 and MPS PA Compact Workstation

EduTrainer SIMATIC S7 in mounting frame

All cable connections are described as an example for a MPS PA Compact

Workstation with Siemens S7-300-CPU313C EduTrainer.
PLC /controller station: connect the XMA plug (1/A) of the Edutrainer with the
XMA1 socket of the I/O terminal (2) of the station with a SysLink cable (3).
PLC /controller station: connect the analog plug (1/C) of the PLC /controller
with the X2 socket of the analog terminal (4) of the station
with analog cable (5).
PLC / controller control panel: connect the XMA plug (1/C) with the XMA plug of
the control panel
PLC /controller power supply unit: connect 4 mm safety plugs (red and blue) of
the PLC /controller and power supply unit
with 4 mm safety plugs cable (red = + / blue = ).
PC /controller PLC: Connect your PC to the PLC by means of a programming
cable.

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6
7
8
3

XMA1

X2

4
5

1
3

Cable connections MPS PA Compact Workstation EduTrainer Compact with S7-300 CPU 313C

Key

EduTrainer Compact with S7-300 CPU 313C/314C-2DP

I/O terminal SysLink

SysLink-cabel, I/O data cabel with SysLink, 20 pin (black endings,

Order No. 167197)

Analog terminal

Analog cabel, 15-pin, parallel (Order-No. 529141)

24 V DC power supply

universal cable set with 4 mm safety plugs (red/blue)

Control panel (optional)

Connector Syslink-cable on the right side of the control panel from the backside

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5.3.4

EduTrainer Logo and MPS PA Compact Workstation

EduTrainer LOGO! In mounting frame

All cable connections are described as an example for a MPS PA Compact

Workstation with Logo EduTrainer.
PLC /controller station: connect the XMA plug (1/A) of the Edutrainer with the
XMA1 socket of the I/O terminal (2) of the station with a SysLink cable (3).
PLC /controller station: connect the analog plug (1/B) of the PLC /controller
with the X2 socket of the analog terminal (4) of the station
with analog cable (5).
PLC /controller power supply unit: connect 4 mm safety plugs (red and blue) of
the PLC /controller and power supply unit
with 4 mm safety plugs cable (red = + / blue = ).
PC /controller PLC: Connect your PC to the PLC by means of a programming
cable.

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6
7

X2

XMA1

4
5

1
3

Cable connections MPS PA Compact Workstation Logo Edutrainer

Key

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Logo EduTrainer

I/O terminal SysLink

SysLink-cabel, I/O- data cabel with SysLink, 20 pin (black endings,

Order No. 167197)

Analog terminal

Analog cabel, 15-pin, parallel

24 V DC power supply

universal cable set with 4 mm safety plugs (red/blue)

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5.3.5

EduTrainer Festo CPX-FEC IT and MPS PA Compact Workstation

EduTrainer CPX-FEC and Touchpanel FED500 in mounting frame

All cable connections are described as an example for a EduTrainer Festo CPX-FEC IT
with the Compact Workstation.
CPX-FEC station: connect the XMA plug of the PLC /controller with the XMA1
socket of the I/O terminal (2) of the station with a SysLink cable (3).
CPX-FEC station: connect the analog plug of the PLC /controller with the X2
socket of the analog terminal (4) of the station
with the analog cable (5).
CPX-FEC power supply unit: connect 4 mm safety plugs (red, blue and yellow) of
the PLC /controller to power supply unit
with 4 mm safety plugs cable (red = + / blue = /yellow = ground).
CPX-FEC PLC: Connect your PC to the PLC by means of a programming cable. For
usage of visualization please connect PLC and PC via Ethernet cable (crossover)
or connect both to an Ethernet switch or network.

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Using Touch display FED 500

Touch display power supply unit: connect 4 mm safety plugs (red, blue, yellow)
of the touch display to power supply unit
with 4 mm safety plugs cable (red = + / blue = /yellow = ground).
CPX-FEC touch display: connect TCP/IP terminal of touch display (8, back side)
to TCP/IP terminal of CPX-FEC terminal (1) with crossover ethernet cable (9).

Notice

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The CPX-FEC EduTrainer is likely to be used with a touch display (FED500) or

visualization with InTouch or VipWin.

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6
9

5
3

Cable connections MPS PA Compact Workstation EduTrainer Festo CPX-FEC IT

Key

EduTrainer Festo CPX-FEC IT

I/O terminal SysLink

SysLink-cabel, I/O- data cabel with SysLink, 20 pol (black endings,

Order No. 167197)

Analog terminal

Analog cabel, 15-polig, crossover (red endings, Order No. 533039)

24 V DC power supply

universal cable set with 4 mm safety plugs (red/blue)

Touch display FED-500

Ethernet cable, 2m, crossover

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5.3.6

EduTrainer Allen Bradley and MPS PA Compact Workstation

EduTrainer AB Micrologix 1500, analog and Touchpanel Panelview in mouting frame

All cable connections are described as an example for an Allen Bradley controller
with the Compact Workstation.
PLC /controller station: connect the XMA plug (1/A) of the PLC /controller with
the XMA1 socket of the I/O terminal (2) of the station with a SysLink cable (3).
PLC /controller control console: connect the XMG plug (1/B) of the
PLC /controller with the X1 socket (4) of the control console (if available)
with with the corresponding data cable.
PLC /controller station: connect the analog plug (1/C) of the PLC /controller
with the X2 socket of the analog terminal (6) of the station
with a analog cable (7).
PC /controller PLC: Connect your PC to the PLC by means of an serial data cable
(9).

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6

9
12

11
10

5
3

Cable connections MPS PA Compact Workstation Allen Bredley controller

Key

Allen Bradley controller

I/O terminal SysLink

SysLink-cabel, I/O- data cabel with SysLink, 20 pol (black endings,

Order No. 167197)

Analog terminal

Analog cabel, 15-polig, crossover (red endings, Order No. 533039)

24 V DC power supply

universal cable set with 4 mm safety plugs (red/blue)

Touch panel, Panel view

Computer for programming

10

Communication cable to controller (see next page)

11

Communication cable to Panel view (see next page)

12

Communication cable to PC (see next page)

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AB

Allen-Bradley

PanelView Plus 600

Communication Cable connection between HMI PanelView Plus 600 and PLC Micrologix 1500

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DH 485 Communication Cable 1761-CBL-AS03 ( 3 m )

from 1761-NET-AIC to PanelView Plus 600

DH 485 Communication Cable 1761-CBL-AM00 ( 45 cm )

from 1761-NET-AIC to Micrologix 1500

RS 232 Communication Cable 1747-CP3 ( 3 m )

from 1761-NET-AIC to Programming PC

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Interfaces Touch panel

Please connect the DH485 port of the communication module to 1761-NET-AIC.

2
Panel View 600+ - back view

PanelView Plus 600

DH 485 port for communication to PLC on additional communication module

Base configuration unit with Ethernet port for communication to PLC (Compact
Logix)

5.4
Pneumatic connection

Observe technical data!

Connect the compressed air supply to the service unit.
Set the service unit at 6 bar (600 kPa).

5.5
Voltage supply

The stations are supplied with 24 V DC voltage (max. 5 A) via a power supply
unit. Connect the 230 VAC shock proof plug of the power supply with the main
cable to the main power supply.
The voltage supply of the complete station is provided via the PLC or controller.
Heating element: Connect the 230 VAC shock proof plug of the power supply with
the main cable to the fast circuit breakter with main power supply.

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5.6
Adjusting sensors

5.6.1

Capacitive proximity sensor B113/B114

The two capacitive proximity sensors are used to determine liquid level in the lower
tank and are to be adjusted such as to enable the contactless sensing of the liquid in
the container, but not the wall of the container. The liquid changes the capacity of a
capacitor integrated into the proximity sensor.
Notes
The capacitive proximity sensors are used to sense the liquid level of both the lower
and upper liquid levels of the tanks.
Prerequisites
The tank and a profile for the attachment of the mounting bracket are assembled
The electrical connection of the capacitive proximity sensor is established
The power pack is switched on.
Procedure
1.
2.
3.

Mount the proximity sensors onto the mounting bracket so that they do not
touch the tank, each at a distance of 5 mm from the tank.
Fill the tank with liquid.
The proximity sensors are set at the following values:
2 l (bottom); 6 l (top)
Move the switches up or down until the switching status display (LED)
switches
on at the respective volume level.

Note
The proximity sensors must be triggered by the liquid in the tank. If there is no liquid
in the tank, there must be no signal available.
4. Check the positioning and setting of the proximity sensor by repeatedly filling
and emptying the tank.

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5.6.2

Float switch S111/S112/S117

The float switch is to be fitted into the tank. The float switch opens if the maximum
level of liquid in the tank is exceeded and switches off the pumps via the relay.
Prerequisites
The tank is mounted
Electrical connection of the float switch is established
The power pack is switched on.
Procedure
1.

The float switch is to be fed from the inside of the tank through the opening in
the tank cover an.d the screw tightened externally.
2. Connect the float switch. The switch must emit a signal without any liquid.
3. Fill the tank and establish whether the float switch interrupts the signal if the
maximum liquid level is exceeded. The float must turn upwards
4. Check the positioning and setting of the sensor by repeated filling and emptying.
Note
Make sure that the flow always moves freely and is not stuck due to dirt.

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6.6.3 Ultrasonic sensor B101

The ultrasonic sensor is to be fitted into the cover of the tank. It emits an inaudible
ultrasonic signal, which is bounced back to the receiver in the sensor housing after
reflecting on an object, e.g. the liquid. The acoustic sensor supplies an analogue
signal (4 20 mA) in relation to the fill level.
Note
The ultrasonic sensor can be used both for rising liquid levels and falling levels.
Prerequisites
The tank is assembled.
The electrical connection of the acoustic sensor is established.
The sensor is screwed into the tank cover such that the LED is not illuminated, if
the container is empty.
The power pack is switched on.

Procedure
The LED must be illuminated even if the level of liquid is minimal. The sensor must
be re-adjusted via the securing nuts if this is not the case.
Note
Make sure that the emitter side of the sensor is always clean.

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For using a specific controlled system integrated in the MPS PA Compact

5.7
Choosing controlled system Workstation see to following table for setup of the hand valves and actuators.
Programming, configuration or parameterizing of the PLC or closed-loop controller
depends on the chosen controlled system and used signal type. E.g. at controlled
level system the ultrasonic sensor is used with a signal range of 4 to 20 mA. This
signal is converted into a standard voltage signal of 0 to 10 V.
Therefore the signal input at the controlling system has to be configured.
Configuration of the PLC or closed-loop controller is depening on the used device.
For the Compact Sytem following control types can be used:

PLC, e.g. Simatic S7-300 CPU 313C

industrial close-loop controller
EasyPort analog with educational software Fluid Lab-PA
Simulation box digital/analog

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Component

Level controlled
system

Flow controlled
system
with pump P101
for manip. value

Flow controlled
system
with valve V106
for manip. value

Pressure
control. system
with pump P101
for manip. value

Measuring point
Sensor

LIC102
B101

Pump
P101

controlling
element

controlling
element

digital On

controlling
Element

digital On

On

Prop. valve
V106

Off

Off

controlling
element

Off

controlling
element

Off

Heating element

Off

Off

Off

Off

Off

switched

FIC101
B102

Pressure
control. system
with valve V106
for manip. value

PIC103
B103

TIC104
B104

E104
Hand valve

Temperature
controlled
system

controll. element
open

closed

closed

closed

closed

closed

open/closed

closed

closed

closed

closed

closed

closed

closed

closed

open

closed

open

Hand valve
V104

closed

open

closed

closed

closed

closed

Drainage valve
V105

closed

closed

closed

closed

closed

closed

Hand valve

closed

closed

closed

closed

closed

closed

closed

closed

closed

open

open

closed

closed

closed

open

open/closed

open/closed

open

closed

closed

closed

closed

closed

closed

open/closed

closed

closed

closed

closed

closed

V101
Ball valve
V102
Hand valve
V103

V107
Hand valve
V108
Hand valve
V109
Hand valve
V110
Hand valve
V112

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5.8
Allocation list of
inputs and outputs

Symbol

PIN

EasyPort/

PLC

assignment

Simbox
address

address

Descritption

Binary inputs (XMA1)

B102

I0

I0

Flow rate sensor (frequence 0...1000Hz)

S111

I1

I1

Float switch, oveflow tank B101

S112

I2

I2

Float switch tank B102

B113

I3

I3

Capacitive sensor min. level tank B101

B114

I4

I4

Capacitive sensor max. level tank 101

S115

I5

I5

Micro switch 2-way ball valve V102 closed

S116

I6

I6

Micro switch 2-way ball valve V102 opened

I7

I7

Not used

Binary outputs (XMA1)

M102

O0

Q0

Open 2-way ball valve V102

E104

O1

Q1

Switch ON heating tank 101

K1

O2

Q2

Relay, select pump 0=binary/1=analogue

M1

O3

Q3

Switch ON pump P101 binary

M106

O4

Q4

Switch ON proportional valve V106

O5

Q5

Not used

O6

Q6

Not used

O7

Q7

Not used

Analogue inputs (X2)

LIC B101

UE1

AI 0

Process value PV, level in tank B102

FIC B102

UE2

AI 1

Process value PV, flow rate in pipe system

PIC B103

UE3

AI 2

Process value PV, pressure in pipe system

TIC B104

UE4

AI 3

Process value PV, temperature in tank B101

Analogue outputs (X2)

P101

UA1

AQ 0

Manipulated output CO, pump P101

V106

UA2

AQ 1

Manip. output CO, proportional valve V106

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5.9
Loading the PLC program

5.9.1

Siemens S7 300 CPU 313C

PLC: Siemens S7-300 CPU 313C

Programming software: Siemens STEP7 Version 5.1 (SP6) or higher
1.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.

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Connect PC and PLC using the programming cable

Switch on the power supply unit
Switch on the compressed air supply
Release the EMERGENCY-STOP switch (if available)
Overall reset PLC memory (delet online MMC)
CPU switch in STOP position
Start the PLC programming software
Dearchive the file COMPACT_S7.zip in the directory
Sources_Quellen\ Step7_PLC_Program\ of the CD-ROM supplied
Select the project for your PLC hardware and the s7-program Level and load it
to the PLC
CPU switch in RUN position

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5.9.2

Festo FEC-CPX

Controller: Festo FEC CPX

Programming software: Festo FST Version 4.10
1.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.

Connect the PC and controller using the programming cable TTL-RS232

Switch on the power pack
Switch on compressed air supply
Release EMERGENCY-STOP pushbutton (if available)
Wait until the PLC has completed its test routine
Start the programming software
De-archive the file e.g. CWSLevel_FST41_CPX_FEC_V4_FED.zip in the directory
Sources\PLC \FEC\ of the CD-ROM provided (Screen shot shows an example)
Compile the project
Download the project to the controller

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5.9.3

Allen Bradley controller

Controller: Micrologix (ML) 1500

Programming software: RSLogix 500/RSLINXLite
1.
1.
2.
3.

Connect the PC and controller using the RS232-programming cable

Switch on the power pack
Switch on compressed air supply
Release the EMERGENCY-STOP pushbutton (if available)

4. Reset the PLC memory:

Wait until the PLC has completed its test routines.
CPU ML 1500
Set the selector switch to REM i.e. PROG.
Start the programming software.
Select Comms > System Comms > highlight controller and click onto
Online.
Once the connection is set up, go to the menu Comms and select > Clear
Processor Memory, then confirm with OK.
If the COMM 0. LED is goes out, the memory of the PLC is reset and is ready
for the programs to be downloaded.
5. Open the project file 061024_WORKSTATIO_1.RSS in the directory
Sources\AllenBradley_PLC of the CD-ROM provided.
6. Download the project to the controller.

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5.10
Filling and deaeration

It is recommended to use FluidLab-PA with EasyPort analog

or Simulation box, digital/analog for controlling ouputs:
2-way ball valve V102
pump P101
proportional valve V106
during commissioning. Also it is possible to dearate the system by using the
example S7-program Level.
1.
2.
3.

4.
5.

6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.

Before filling the system with water close drainage valve V105.
Before filling the system with water close all hand valves
Switch of power supply!
Fill container only if power supply is switched off!
Water spray can cause short circuits.
Turn off compressed air supply!
Fill the lower tank B101 up to a water level of 10 l in quality of drinking water.
Fill up lower tank B101 with water until the upper capacitive sensor B114 is
activated. Float switch S111 for overflow safety function must not be activated!
Clear of water spray!
Switch on power supply 24 VDC.
Switch on pump P101 and pump water to the upper tank B102. Therefore open
hand valve V101 (or RESET and START program).
Close hand valve V101 and open hand valve V103 and prop. valve V106.
Close hand valve V103 and prop. valve V106.
Switch of pump P101 (or STOP program)
There will be loss of water in the piping system visible in the lower tank after
deaeration. Refill lower tank and compensate the water (as described in 5.).

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5.11
Start sequence
S7 programm Level

Example program for a Siemens controller

Please find on the CD which is enclosed to the documentation a Step 7 program for a
closed loop level control. In following you find a description for starting the
sequence.
13. Check voltage power supply and compressed air supply.
14. Choose controlled system and setup hand valves according to commissioning
table (6.6).
15. Activate RESET sequence. The RESET sequence The reset sequence is prompted
by the illuminated RESET pushbutton and executed when the pushbutton has
been pressed. Normal position of the station is defined if water level in lower
tank is filled and following digital sensors are activated:
Float switch S111 for overflow savety

not activated

Upper limit switch B114

activated

Lower limit switch B113

activated

Float switch S112 for threshold (upper tank)

not activated

16. Start the sequence of the MPS PA Compact Workstation. The start is prompted
by the illuminated START pushbutton and executed when the push button has
been actuated.
17. It program is started operation mode logic control is running and indicated
with light Q1.
18. The pump P101 delivers process fluid from the lower storage tank B101 into the
upper reservoir tank B102. As soon as the level rise up to the float switch B112
is activated the PLC is changing operation mode from logic control to close-loop
control. Light Q2 is indicating operation mode close-loop control. Filling level is
monitored with the ultrasonic sensor B102 (actual value) and controlled up to
the setpoint (fixed value at startup of PLC). If the water level has reached the
setpoint and the steady-state of e.g. bottling pressure is reached ball valve
V102 is opened time controlled. After bottling time t the ball valve V102 is
closed and once again the water level controlled to setpoint. After setpoint is
reached again another bottling process is started, etc.
19. The program is stopped automatically if the water level in the lower storage
tank is lower than the limit switch B113 (deactivated).
By pressing STOP pushbutton the ball valve V102 is closed and the pump P101
switched off. The sequence program is stopped.

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By pressing STOP or Emergency pushbutton the sequence program is stopped.

Warning: fluid is flowing from the upper tank into the lower tank through the
deactivated pump if vlave V101 is open.
Reset-sequence:
If after STOP or start-up the system is not in normal position the reset sequence
is prompted by the illuminated RESET pushbutton and executed when the
pushbutton has been pressed. During RESET sequence fluid is drained from
upper tank B102 to lower tank B101 therefore ball valve V102 is opened until
normal position is reached.
Setpoint and control parameter can be choosen at Step7 Online table "ClosedLoop Parameter or at SCADA system. If the setpoint choosen is to high the water
level in the lower tank is dropped below limit switch B113 and the sequence is
automatically stopped. Reset system and choose a smaller setpoint!

5.12
Notice

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Maintenance

The MPS PA Compact Workstation is largely maintenance-free. The following

should be cleaned at regular intervals using a soft fluff-free cloth or brush:
The lenses of the optical sensors, the fibre-optics and reflectors
The active surface of the proximity sensor
The entire station
Do not use aggressive or abrasive cleaning agents.
Always use water in quality of drinking water. If the MPS PA Compact Workstation
is not used for a longer period of time all water should be drained from the system. It
is recommended to clean of remaining water from the piping system and from tanks
by using a vaccum cleaner for fluids. Also wipe dry with a soft fluff-free cloth.
Please notice savety information of data sheets!

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Appendix

All documents are stored as pdf-files on the CD-ROM supplied.

Designation of equipment

MPS PA Compact Workstation

Parts lists

MPS PA Compact Workstation

Process flowsheets

MPS PA Compact Workstation

EMCS block diagrams

Continuous control of a level control system with a analog standard signal

Continuous control of a flow rate control system with a pump as controlled
system and with a analog standard signal
Continuous control of a flow rate control system with a proportional valve as
controlled system and with a analog standard signal
Continuous control of a pressure control system with a pump as controlled
system and with a analog standard signal
Continuous control of a pressure control system with a proportional valve as
controlled system and with a analog standard signal
Two point control of a temperature control system with a analog standard signal

EMCS

Continuous control of a level control system with a analog standard signal

Continuous control of a flow rate control system with a pump as controlled
system and with a analog standard signal
Continuous control of a flow rate control system with a proportional valve as
controlled system and with a analog standard signal
Continuous control of a pressure control system with a pump as controlled
system and with a analog standard signal
Continuous control of a pressure control system with a proportional valve as
controlled system and with a analog standard signal
Two point control of a temperature control system with a analog standard signal

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Appendix

Electrical circuit diagrams

MPS PA Compact Workstation , electrical

Control panel
PLC EduTrainer Compact Siemens S7-313C
CPX-FEC
Allen Bradley DR19

Electropneumatic circuit
diagrams

MPS PA Compact Workstation , electropneumatic

Program listings

S7 Symbols table
S7 Overview
S7 Sequential function chart
S7 Function block diagram

Data sheets

Collection of PCS data sheets

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