Case Study - 02
Automated Grain Receiving System
Agriculture & Grain Handling - PLC-sequenced automation for conveyors, bucket elevators, and drag conveyors with full interlocking and VFD speed control.
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Agriculture & Grain Handling
Situation
- Manual control of conveyors, elevators & drag conveyors
- Slow throughput and operator fatigue during peak season
Task
- Automate the entire grain receiving sequence end-to-end
- Enable speed control and safe interlocked startup/shutdown
Action
- Developed PLC sequencing logic with full interlocking
- Installed VFDs on bucket elevators & drag conveyors
- Built clear operator interfaces with integrated safety systems
Result
- Fully automated receiving with faster throughput
- Consistent equipment protection across all conditions
- Reduced operator workload - zero manual sequencing required
Project Highlights
- PLC-controlled startup and shutdown sequencing across receiving equipment
- VFD speed control for elevators and drag conveyors
- Interlocks designed to protect equipment during high-volume seasonal operation
Grain Handling Automation
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