When your SCADA system gets too old
Many plants still run on SCADA systems that were set up fifteen or twenty years ago. As long as everything works, it is easy to leave …
PLC
Control that keeps your plant running
A plant is never better than its control system. We build PLC solutions (a PLC is the computer that controls the plant) that give steady operation, fewer stops and a system you can keep building on for years – and because we are not tied to one brand, our advice is based on what suits your plant.
What you get
Less downtime
Well-structured programming, good alarms and clear diagnostics mean faults are found and fixed quickly.
A plant that can grow
Structured, documented programs make it easy to add new machines, lines or functions later.
Use what you have
We build on existing equipment where it pays off – so spare parts, know-how and earlier investments are not lost.
Honest advice
We do not sell one particular brand. We recommend the platform that gives the best operation and lowest total cost for your plant.
Clear ownership
We understand how important ownership of the code is, and agree with each customer on how programs and documentation are owned and shared.
Help when something happens
Local service in Ålesund and Ørsta, and secure remote support when it is urgent.
What we do
New systems
From needs and functional description (what the plant should do) to programming, testing and commissioning.
Upgrading older plants
We move obsolete controllers to modern platforms – with as little production downtime as possible.
Service and development
Troubleshooting, changes and improvements – also on systems delivered by others.
Platforms we work with
Siemens
SIMATIC with TIA Portal – widespread in industry, from small machines to large plants.
Beckhoff
Fast and precise control of machines and motion.
Schneider Electric
Flexible control from simple machines to large process plants.
Phoenix Contact
An open platform that connects control with modern software and data flow.
Omron
Integrated control of machine, motion, safety and robotics.
Saia PCD
Robust control for buildings, energy and infrastructure.
WAGO
Compact and flexible control that is easy to expand.
Allen-Bradley
A widespread standard in process and manufacturing industries, also used by many international machine builders.
From control to overview
The PLC is only one part of the whole. We connect control to SCADA (system that monitors the plant on screen) so you get an overview of the entire plant, and we build the network that ties it together – with secure data flow and remote access.
Articles
What does an automation project cost, and why?
In short: The price depends mostly on how well the need is described, how much of the existing system can be reused, and how many parties …
What is automation worth? Do the maths yourself
Automation is rarely about technology for its own sake. It is about getting more out of the plant you already have: fewer stops, less that has …
Get in touch
Want to know how we can help you? Call or e-mail me and we will talk about your needs.
Sverre A. Blindheim
Sr. Automation engineer / CEO