Simulation of the control raw materials production line using factory i/o siemens s7-1200

Abstract

This report presents an exploration and utilization of three software applications for industrial automation purposes. The initial software, TIA Portal, serves as a Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) programming tool, while the accompanying simulator, PLCSim, both developed by Siemens, facilitates the automation process of converting raw plastic and metal materials into refined products. The focus of this study lies not in the crafting of raw materials, but rather on the subsequent processes that occur after the materials have been refined. Within these processes, proximity sensors are employed to track the location of the materials, belt conveyors are utilized for material transportation, color sensors are employed for sorting the materials based on their respective colors, and robotic arms are utilized to mount the refined materials onto their designated containers. The third software application, Factory I/O, developed by Real Games, enables the creation of virtual factory environments that can be accessed from any location. In our project, we have constructed a tangible application of a real factory that incorporates a sorting and wrapping procedure dependent on the color of the final product. Additionally, we have simulated an equivalent system using Factory I/O. This approach allows students to experiment with their control mechanisms in a risk-free environment prior to their implementation in real-world systems. Moreover, this methodology aligns with the principles of the Industry 4.0 framework.