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APCI helps export to the UK! APCI have developed a control system for a mobile soil reclamation machine. The machine is entirely self powered, including the control system, by a 300HP turbo diesel engine. A PLC and 15 inch marine grade touch screen are used to display and control machine parameters. The display of "in screen" video images from two cameras located at strategic points on the machine is another feature highlighting APCI's expertise and ability in integrating different systems through custom software.
The system utilises hardened I/O blocks throughout the machine to efficiently input and output data and a "canbus" interface to a specialised mobile machinery valve 
controller which controls the various hydraulic motors on the machine. The PLC system chosen was ideal for this application due to the wide range of I/O types and configurations available. It easily coped with the large I/O count required and did so at a very competitive price with efficient service. APCI will be providing remote support for the machine from Australia via a modem link. The machine was shipped in August and delivered in September.
