MPS PA Compact Workstation

The basics of control technology in the smallest of spaces

Function
The four controlled systems can be operated individually. The level and flow control system can be configured as cascade control with a corresponding controller (FluidLab-PA multi-loop required). The design of the sensors and actuators allows both continuous (e.g. P, I, PI, PID) and discontinuous controller types (e.g. 2-point controller). The pump can be directly controlled or speed-controlled
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In the flow and pressure control sections, the control variable of the controller can also be used to control a proportional directional control valve. A 2-way ball valve with pneumatic rotary actuator is installed in the return flow between the elevated tank and the lower storage tank. This simulates a "consumer" in order to switch on a disturbance variable in the level control system.
The workstation has IO-Link components (level, temperature and magnetic flow sensors) for digital communication between devices.

Details

Learning objectives

Introduction to process automation
Learn the basics of control engineering.
Read and design technical drawings for process engineering
Get to know the different methods of control loop adjustment
Operate, identify, configure and analyze various controlled systems for pressure, flow, level and temperature with industrial instrumentation

Design variants

MPS PA Compact Workstation Basic

The MPS PA Compact Workstation Basic contains the mechanical and electrical components, sensors and drives that together form the process line.

MPS PA Compact Workstation Process Instrumentation

The MPS PA Compact Workstation Process Instrumentation is equipped with parameterizable sensors that can be used to familiarize yourself with the functions of typical control devices and the HART communication protocol down to the smallest detail.