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Such a system is often integrated into a central PLC, but in essence it need not be nearly as expensive or complex. In fact, Fluxer offers a simple and affordable stand-alone solution for water applications, tailored to any production process.
The principle of batch control is based on three pillars and associated products: a flow meter monitors how much liquid is flowing through the pipe network and, via a control unit, sends a signal to a valve that then shuts off the supply in a timely manner. Not coincidentally, three product groups in which Fluxer has specialized since 2014.
Thanks to this expertise, the company offers simple but functional total batch control packages. For optimum value for money, Bürkert flow meters, batch controllers and solenoid valves are basically used, but each system can be perfectly tailored to the needs and expectations of pipeline network and production process. Knife valves, ball valves and other valves, in brass or stainless steel, for example, are fixed components of the Fluxer range. When it comes to process instrumentation, the company is in turn a Siemens-approved partner. To ensure the most correct dosing, Fluxer offers further support in the calibration and basic setting of the system.
However, many settings are not required. In fact, Fluxer quite deliberately builds plug-and-play and stand-alone solutions. If solenoid valves are used, a single 24 V electrical connection is sufficient to run the entire batch control process. In other words, neither expensive modifications nor complex integration into a new or existing PLC system are required. In fact, up to seven preset batches can be stored in the Bürkert controllers themselves. Thus the production process can be optimized in a fast, simple and affordable manner.
