Introduction to Automation

                     INTRODUCTION TO AUTOMATION

         Automation can be defined as a process or number of processes going in a proper mannered way. 

OR   Automation can also be defined as a combination of engineering tools and I.T software.

AUTOMATION:-

Engineering Tools                                                                       I.T Software

1. PLC                                                                                            1. RS Linx classic

2. Switches                                                                                     2. RS Logix 500

3. LED's                                                                                         3. RS View 32

4. Wires

5. Drives

(I) Advantages of Automation:-

  a. Reduction in labour or manpower.

  b. The process will be Time efficient.

  c. Increase in accuracy.

  d. Quality increases, Wastage reduces.

  e. Benificial in high risk areas.

(II) Disadvantages of Automation:-

  a. Increase in un-employment.

  b. High initial cost.

  c. High accidental & risk.

(III) Applications of Automation:-

  a. TON timer

  b. Retentive timer